Architecture studio Balbek Bureau has revamped a house in Ukraine using stainless steel and concrete to create a modern interpretation of a log cabin. The three-bedroom cabin was built from horizontally stacked logs, which the designers kept on display throughout the interior. Horizontally-laid logs clad both the exterior and interiorThe Kyiv-based studio aimed to deviate from
Sapid Studio aimed to keep as much of the original fit-out as possible during this renovation project, which saw the Swiss design firm turn one burger restaurant in Geneva, Switzerland, into the home of another. The new burger joint, named Sando after the Japanese word for sandwich, is located near the waterfront in Rive Gauche
Andrew Trotter and Marcelo Martínez refresh 17th-century home where time “stood still” Casa Soleto, a 17th-century house in Puglia, Italy, has been carefully renovated using lime plaster, terrazzo and furniture salvaged from a monastery. The four-bedroom house, parts of which are over 400 years old, was given a refresh by its owners – architecture firm
Fragments of buildings by American architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan have been displayed at a new exhibition in Chicago by US design studio Norman Kelley. A variety of fragments from iconic buildings are on display at the Art Institute of Chicago as part of a permanent exhibition called Architectural Fragments from Chicago.
COS architectural creative lead Marcus Cole explains how more sustainable design principles were used in its recently opened concept stores, in this exclusive video produced by Dezeen for the brand. The brand recently opened two stores, located in Stockholm and Mexico City, which according to COS exemplify its commitment to sustainable building and circular design. Cole
Triangular slabs of terrazzo and a vintage chandelier frame Sydney’s Koda hair salon, which local studio Arent & Pyke has conceived as an eclectic mishmash of old and new. Located on the upper mezzanine level of the city’s George McRae-designed Queen Victoria Building, the salon was created for Australian hairdresser Koda. Arent & Pyke created
Timber ceilings and a fireplace clad in mahogany tiles feature in this London house, which its owners have renovated to honour the dwelling’s mid-century roots and nod to the colour palette of Stanley Kubrick films. Located in north London’s Stanmore, Zero House belongs to recording artists Ben Garrett and Rae Morris, whose former home in
Materials & SurfacesBroken glass that makes perfect shine: a versatile material from industrial wasteFor over ten years a German stone distributor has been transforming industrial waste into fully recyclable crystal-like panels for exterior, interior and product size applicationsGlass is a wonderful and ancient material, intuitively desirable also for its recyclability. However, it is not easy
Materials & SurfacesSurfaces: how 3 Tech Project boosts esthetics and creativity3 Tech Project by Lea Ceramiche is a single aesthetic, multiple thicknesses and infinite possibilitiesImagine a flowing space, where outdoor and indoor merge in a chromatic and material continuum. Imagine the serene and peaceful feeling of an uninterrupted surface on floors and walls and, why
Furniture designThe return of Unopiù Synthesis Collection: an icon, redefinedElevate your outdoor spaces with Unopiù’s range of eco-conscious outdoor furnitureUnopiù, the renowned brand synonymous with exquisite outdoor living, proudly presents the reimagined Synthesis Collection. Originally unveiled in 2006, this iconic furnishing has returned, even more contemporary and captivating than before.A fusion of exclusive teak wood
Australian firm PW Architecture Office has revived the fortunes of this mid-century house in Orange, New South Wales, with a sensitive renovation that respects the original building while taking design cues from its material palette. Park Lane house was originally designed by noted Australian architect Neville Gruzman for the 1962 Carlingford Home Fair before being
New York studio GRT Architects has designed a light and airy Italian restaurant and adjacent cocktail bar at the base of Thomas Heatherwick’s Lantern House in Manhattan. The new dining and drinking destinations face the corner of West 18th Street and 10th Avenue through the distinctive bay windows of the building, which straddles the popular
TechnologyNurturing joy and safety: the thoughtful design of a drone for kidsDesigned by Liam de la Bedoyere, the design of Tamadoro is crafted to encapsulate the fundamental values of delight, security, and ease crucial for the well-being of childrenAmidst the realm of innovation and creativity, Tamadoro emerges as a remarkable creation designed with young adventurers
Lighting designEmbracing tradition and innovation: the versatile brilliance of the Beam LampBeam lamp by Jones & Partners engages in various roles, from guiding users through their homes as a night light to serving as emergency illumination during power outagesDrawing inspiration from both classic wall lamps and lanterns, the Beam lamp by Jones & Partners embodies
Home appliancesA terracotta cooling device that integrates nature with modern technologyThis ingenious design leverages the efficacy of a porous terracotta container filled with water. This ancient architectural practice, once prevalent in Egypt, the Middle East, and hotter parts of India, has been reimagined to offer efficient and eco-friendly cooling solutionsInspired by the natural world’s elegance
Diving into the realm of innovative packaging design, our interview with Juan Campdera, CEO at Aktiva, introduces us to the world of molded pulp packaging.With a focus on sustainability and functionality, Campdera sheds light on the captivating intricacies of this remarkable packaging solution. Molded pulp, or molded fiber packaging, emerges as a product of various
US studio Avenir Creative has completed the renovation of a historic hotel in Montgomery, Alabama, restoring a trio of buildings in accordance with local heritage. Close to the riverfront, the 117-room Trilogy Montgomery has reopened following an extensive overhaul by Chicago-based Avenir Creative. Trilogy Montgomery’s airy lobby features whitewashed brick walls and eclectic furnitureThree buildings
2023 Іnternational Architecture Competition | Reinterpreting the Space Architecture competition | Reinterpreting the SpaceWith the beginning of the full scale war in Ukraine, we feel the urgent need to preserve the identity of our heritage, and to popularize it in the world.Architecture competition Reinterpreting the Space is looking for the conceptual ideas for revitalization the
German practice Studio Besau-Marguerre has overhauled the entrance hall of Hamburg’s MK&G design museum, using colours to guide visitors through the space. The brief was to create new zoning in the foyer for better wayfinding and orientation while setting the tone for the rest of the museum with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Studio Besau-Marguerre
Architecture of the place-National Culture Center, Sohag, Egypt Architecture of the place – International Architectural Competition for Challengeable sitesThe vision of an integrated, educated and conscious society is what nations are looking for to develop their human contribution. The interaction of people with their environment in one way or another is what characterizes the vacuum
Design firm Leadoff Studio and Spora Health introduce Momma’s Kit – a health monitoring system aiming to reduce Black maternal mortality rates with the help of attention-grabbing graphics and packaging.Did you know that Black women have a maternal mortality rate of 37.3 deaths per 100,000 live births compared to 14.9 for white women and 11.8
