A wildly creative idea, German designer Elisa Stroyzk has developed a rug made of wood-cut veneer. Geometrically-designed wooden shapes fastened together to develop an actual carpet, Stroyzk was able to develop a radically original concept and a fun new textile all in one. Right away, we can see how this would be a perfect addition to a concrete interior in…
By Tony Chavira
Nic Bochsler… is the guy behind this amazing home in Melbourne, Australia. Dubbed the Brighton House, it features 4 gorgeous bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, with stunning views of the Melbourne bay and actually the entire city. A contemporary and minimalist design that allows for a feeling of open space, relaxation, and comfort, the luxurious residence is much more pleasant than
By Alex Ion
A sustainable and eco-friendly home that was both cost-efficient and easy to build, the exclusive “Chestnut House” was designed with an ambient feel in mind. The location at Newport Beach adds a tinge of luxury and gives the home more than enough power for harvesting the sun’s power via solar panels attached to the Energy Star Cool roof. It is…
By Alex Ion
Image by sean-dreilinger…
House prices across the world are declining by massive percentages, and less than a year ago prices were set to 15% more than they currently are. That’s a drastic drop when you consider everyone who has been affected. And even when prices rise (like the rise seen in March), they quickly drop by the same amount, if
Tetris is one of the most classic and phenomenal games ever created. Even over two decades later, the interest and hype still continues. Tetris is so popular, that two artists, Diego Silverio and Helder Filipov…, have created epic and modern pieces of furniture which are modeled after the famed tetriminoes. Designed to be multi-functional (as desks, shelves, drawers or
The extension for this Victorian Terrace House in Rathgar, has been commissioned by Dublin-based Ailtireacht Architects… to create an additional multifunctional livingspace, that would meet the growing needs of a growing family. And they managed in the most stylish way. Made from light-grey zinc foil wraps and featuring some colourfully glazed projections, the generously proportioned house adds a tinge of
By Alex Ion
NminusOne… may not be the most innovative name for a design office, but the creativity of the architects definitely got us sold. Commissioned for Marc Morisset— a professional snowboarder, the five storey house is built like a shredder following the line of a steep mountain. Perfectly blending with the green environment, the Khyber Ridge Residence adds a tinge of “floating”
Are you an industrial designer? How is the financial crisis being felt on your site? Worth a read, the recent article by journalist John Hockenberry over at Metropolis is trying to pick on the main issues that will happen to design when demands shrink. When the market is filled with non-buyers and the inclination not to spend is at record…
Among the finest locations in Los Angeles, Brentwood Park is a world class neighborhood with clean air and cool ocean breezes. With gracious homes on very large lots that give much of Beverly Hills’ prestige, check out this extravagant contemporary residence that is currently for sale. With an exceptional eye for detail, the property is built on a 2 acre…
By Alex Ion
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