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Named after the “warning call shouted by construction workers before exploding the rock mountain in Jerusalem“, the textured Barud House appears as a woven residential construction pierced by large windows exploring the surrounding views. Located in Jerusalem, Israel, the stunning house embedded in the landscape occupies a total area of 350 square meters on a 850 square meter property. Creative
By Ada Teicu
We are happy to announce the launch of a new San Francisco-based custom art business – Woodcut Maps…. These affordable art pieces are custom-made for each client, according to their preferences and laser-cut to display their map of choice. Here is how the studio describes the process: “Our wood-inlay maps are individually-designed by customers and then laser cut and
Maurício Karam… completed the design of Apartment Leopoldo, a great example of how to optimize a 45 square-meter space without any compromise in style. Located in Sao Paulo, Brazil, the small flat was reinvented by getting rid of some of its existing useless walls and creating a continuous living zone, yet keeping a high level of privacy in the bathroom
By Lavinia
UNDA | Sleepless Design…, a company from Portugal, recently sent us some photos of the Lotus Desk, said to be inspired by the fascinating world of mythology, just like all the studio’s designs. The elegant desk celebrates the meanings of the lotus flower and tries to deliver its many values to anyone laying eyes on the original furniture piece:
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Architects who love to see inspiring objects surrounding their workspace will definitely be attracted to a set inspired by one of the most used building material in the world – architectural concrete. These three cool desk accessories – a tape dispenser, a pen holder and a little tray – showcase a minimalist design inspired by modern architecture. Gathered under a
Studio Garneau… sent us photos and information about their latest project, consisting of a striking transformation of a derelict pre-war studio apartment. This is the press release we were sent: “The design goal was to create a clean and simple haven of light and space, visually unencumbered by the possessions while still providing functionality required to make daily rituals both
By Lavinia
Homeowners and designers Lynda and Peter Benoit(of Melander Architects…) embarked on the challenging task of remodeling a poorly planned, 1,100 square-feet loft situated in a former steam engine factory in Emeryville, California. The focal point and one of the most creative additions of the new home is Peter’s masterwork: “a completely customized 16-by-17-by-10-foot wooden box that accommodates a bookcase
By Lavinia
Running out of ways to induce a comfortable night’s sleep ? ChiliPad™ is a creative mattress pad system that allows cooling and heating control, at a touch of a button. Seen on psfk…, the pad uses soft medical grade silicone tubing to circulate regular water through its surface. No more chilly nights in the winter or lack in sleep
Ever wondered how it would be like to live in an art gallery or inhabit a library? Bauart Architects… took this idea further and developed the A+P House, a project emphasizing on culture in its many shapes. Stacked up wooden volumes sculpturally shape up the exterior, while glass piercings in the walls allow unobstructed views over the town of Meilen
By Lavinia
Exemplary designs come from venturing into different fields, connecting design dots and composing never before-seen pieces. Experimental furniture can give an in depth analysis of the interaction of its materials, as is the case with this hybrid piece of furniture imagined by Hungarian textile designer Kata Monus…. Used for storage in a unique, artistic way, this almost organic furniture
Studio ALBUS Design… took our breath away with a project inspired by Brazilian culture. Gathered around 150 pounds of bananas celebrating artist Carmen Miranda’s influence on cultural diversity, a collection of carefully chosen decorative elements create a Latin-inspired home comfort. Encouraging this radical aesthetic innovation started by Carmen Miranda, the design created by architect Henrique Steyer and designer Felipe Rijo,
By Ada Teicu
Being in continuous connection with its surroundings, the Snowflower lamp from Mencke and Vagnby… hovers in the air, moving with each breeze or touch to create a dynamic interaction display. It’s shaped from 150 identical lightweight “petals” that guide light away from the bulb in an artistic expression of “a crisp and blue skied winter day“, as its creators explain.
Three interlocking volumes shape this glass, stone, steel and wood residence positioned within a forested five-acre property in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. This rural landscape helped New York City-based studio Koko Architecture + Design …construct a contemporary gathering of residential spaces that would engage neighboring handcrafted Amish farm buildings in a design dialogue. Known as the Dangle-Byrd House, the 3,000 square foot
By Ada Teicu
This São Paulo bachelor pad is an industrial-style loft designed by Diego Revollo… for a young single lawyer. The Brazilian designer was imagined to represent the owner’s personality by providing him with an open, elegant and modern Industrial Loft. The design is based on a non-traditional masculine style, where sophisticated dark hues meet comfortable displays of subtle luxury. Occupying 100
By Ada Teicu
If you did not believe in eye-catching infographics, have a look at this colorful design chart developed by the creative team at Wayfair…. Entitled “Interior Motives”, the graphic reveals some interesting facts about consumer behavior in UK when it comes to interior design and the overall process of decorating. For example, did you know that 60% of people in
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