Designed by Broadhurst Architects …as a week-end retreat for a family in Washington D.C, the Shack at Hinkle Farm provides peacefulness and relaxation. Here is an excerpt of the official project description provided by the architects: “The shack was created as a logical step between tent camping, and the yet unrealized weekend cottage. This fundamental shelter has no electricity. Oil
By Lavinia
Started by “a group of friends from Seattle, Washington”, PillowMob… brings fun and interesting ways of staying connected with your friends and family – by offering them a funny pillow of your face or by adorning your home with their faces. And then there are other faces and things you can put on your pillows – your pets, your favorite
Resting on a five acre property, this fantastic residence displays two contrasting facades – a privacy-protecting front view composed of two volumes resting on a smaller wooden volume and a fully glazed south facade mirroring its 14 feet high steel and glass windows and stucco piers in the nearby pool. Part of architect Michael Haverland…‘s portfolio, the residence named
By Ada Teicu
The role of the kitchen in our homes has changed dramatically over the years. What used to be a space simply used for food preparation has now become the hub of the home. Today, cooking is accompanied by a greater variety of activities such as entertaining, socialising, dining, working, laundry etc. As our use of the kitchen has changed, the…
By Stacey Sheppard
For today we decided to share an interesting residential project located in Dover Heights, Sydney and envisioned by MPR Design Group…. Entitled Portland Street Duplex, the architecture approach in this case consists of two buildings, each structured on two levels. With balconies and terraces that take advantage of the wide views of the city and harbour, openness becomes a
This modern Dutch cabin was designed by studio Denieuwegeneratie …and is located in a nature reserve, on a historical agricultural plot. The architecture solution for this project was to create an artificial hill and camouflage the residence, while minimizing disturbance on the environment. Here is more on the structure of the cabin from the architects: “The spatial structure of the
By Lavinia
We received an original table project designed by Hangar Design Group for company Horm…, entitled “Legnoquadro “. Here is the press release we were sent: “The clean forms and basic features of wood converge were taken advantage of to create an item that merges aesthetics and functionality. The initial idea centered on a furnishing accessory that would fit into
Displaying a rectangular wood-covered architecture, the Waldblick Residence (meaning “forest view”) is an independent structure rising from the green surroundings, reaching for the skies with its imposing clean lines. Larch wood profiles cover the exterior facade of the Waldblick Residence, ensuring that the house displays a contemporary, durable design. The low energy home on the outskirts of Lucka, Germany, provides…
By Ada Teicu
Located in a green landscape flanked by trees on all sides, the OUTrial House has some defining features that make the 1,937 square foot residential structure seem part of the landscape. In order to keep the surroundings as natural as possible, Polish architects from KWK Promes… “raised” a carved part of the grassy property up to act as the roof,
By Ada Teicu
It’s time to breathe life back into your home and maybe even win a little shopping spree while you’re at it. The Zinc Door Spring Color Design Contest… on Olioboard is all about bold hues, happy spaces and looking forward to what the new year has to offer. Now is as good a time as any to start your spring
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