Stone House by Sketch Design Studio
Nestled near the Aravalli mountains in Rajasthan, India, the Stone House stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of…
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Building Materials in Architecture: Innovations, Performance, and Applications
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Kaolin x Taubmans Collaboration tile collection by Kaolin
In a groundbreaking partnership, Australian paint brand Taubmans and tile maker Kaolin have joined forces to create an innovative collection…
Marco Capellini: Sustainable Design for a Circular Future
In the realm of design and manufacturing, the concept of sustainability has evolved from a mere trend to an essential…
Hřbitov Suchdol Cemetery by Objektor
Objektor, a Czech architecture studio, has reimagined cemetery design with their project, the Hřbitov Suchdol Cemetery, located outside of Prague….
Oslo Works: The Hotspot sauna on coast of Norway
Nestled on the rocky shores of the Nesodden peninsula in Norway stands The Hotspot, a stilted sauna crafted by the…
Boyd Architects: A Contemporary Marvel
Boyd Architects, based in Charleston, unveils their latest architectural masterpiece – the Summerville House. Situated in Summerville, South Carolina, this…
Erik Bratsberg Introduces Persona Restaurant
Situated in the upscale Östermalm neighborhood of Stockholm, Persona restaurant captivates patrons with its sophisticated interior design crafted by Erik…
Lacasacontinua Showroom: A Fusion of Design and Luxury
Located at the intersection of 39th Street and Biscayne Boulevard within the prestigious Miami Design District, celebrated for its contemporary,…
Tall Architects: X-shaped Alabama cabin in black metal
Tucked away near a serene river in southern Alabama, the Fowl River Cabin stands as a testament to modern architectural…
OMA: A Culinary Oasis in Singapore’s Urban Landscape
Nestled amidst the lush surroundings of Dempsey Hill in Singapore, the Air Circular Campus and Cooking Club emerges as a…
Hayat restaurant by Ivy Studio
Nestled in Montreal’s Old Port neighborhood, Hayat restaurant stands as a testament to exquisite design and culinary excellence. Helmed by…
Bamboo Hotel: Embracing Nature’s Splendor
Nestled amidst the enchanting natural beauty of the Mexican Caribbean, the Bamboo Hotel stands as a testament to the harmonious…
Embracing Nature and Resilience: Victory Bay House on Kiawah Island
Nestled amidst the serene landscape of Kiawah Island, the Victory Bay House stands as a testament to thoughtful design and…
Peckham House: A Unique Self-Build Project in Southeast London
Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Peckham in southeast London, Peckham House stands as a striking example of innovative architecture…
Aluminium Furniture by Studio ThusThat
Dutch design firm Studio ThusThat has unveiled an innovative collection of furniture and homeware crafted from a single sheet of…
Alors Studio: Transforming a Modernist Haven in Ardèche
Alors Studio, a Paris-based architectural firm, has undertaken a transformative project in the quaint village of Ardèche, nestled in the…
Karimoku Case lines minimalist Tokyo apartment with local wood
Japanese brand Karimoku Case collaborates with Keiji Ashizawa and Norm Architects to transform an apartment on a hilltop in Tokyo…
Bolsón adorns Mexico City shop with recycled-plastic upholstery
Local studio Bolsón has created “Banana Blue,” an innovative installation in Mexico City, showcasing the repurposing of low-density plastic used…
Formica: Living Impressions surface collection
Formica, a distinguished design brand, has recently introduced its latest offering to the market – the Living Impressions surface collection….
Home Studios Transforms Marconi’s Legacy into The Lodge
Brooklyn-based Home Studios has taken on the transformation of a Northern California conference center back into the luxury hotel it…
Stoneskin: a new material to rethink the use of natural stone
The Austrian company Stonearts, the creators of Stoneskin, has created a manufacturing method based on artisanal craftsmanship to turn actual,…
