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PUPA revitalizes historic red-brick manor in lithuania as contemporary art center

designboom

The post PUPA revitalizes historic red-brick manor in lithuania as contemporary art center appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine. the original details of the homestead, a protected heritage site, were restored and a modern extension was built to harmonize with the city park.

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Can the Chrysler Building still endure against imposing contemporary neighbors?

Archinect

Is the Chrysler Building’s reputation enough for it to endure as an icon, or is it at risk of fading away from the skyline, as newer, taller and glitzier glass buildings surround it?

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DAB Studio adds contemporary touches to Dutch home from Amsterdam School period

Deezen

Called Collectors Home, the dwelling is defined by the intricate brickwork and stained glass windows typical of the Amsterdam School – a movement from 1910 to 1920 that paid equal attention to the architecture and interior design of a building. The photography is by Alice Mesguich.

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Sydney Contemporary – bringing the world of art to you

Habitus Living

With 90 galleries hosting exhibitions, there will be artworks from an estimated 450 national and international artists representing 35 countries at the Sydney Contemporary. That said, the range of works is broad enough to offer something for everyone from museum quality collector to those new to the art world.

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Flush-to-Wall: Transforming Doors into Architectural Chameleons

ArchDaily

Courtesy of ECLISSE Creating an unbroken line between floor and ceiling is one of the most elegant ways to manipulate the spatial qualities of a contemporary interior. Floor-to-ceiling glass is a recurrent motif in the modern high-rise home, offering views out to some of the most spectacular skylines in the world. Read more »

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From Load-Bearer to Space-Maker: Considering the Contemporary Column

Architizer

In contemporary architecture, particularly within open-plan designs, the use of columns is not limited to supporting the weight of a structure. Instead, architects have used columns to frame spaces, guide movement, create a sense of rhythm and bridge the gap between structure and art.

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La Brea Affordable Housing in West Hollywood is a contemporary take on art deco

Deezen

Sited on La Brea Avenue, a prominent north-south artery in a diverse part of the city known for its multicultural shops and restaurants, the building's adventurous facade was informed by surrounding 1930s art deco buildings. "If If you go up and down La Brea, you'll find some absolutely wonderful art deco buildings," said Mutlow.