Bustler

JANUARY 23, 2024

New York’s Museum of Modern Art is hosting an exhibition that examines the potential for design to be responsible and respectful of other ecosystems while retaining elegance and innovation.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Pavilion ∞ / Atelier Lai © Yilong Zhao Some materials change the course of architecture from the moment they begin to be employed. The initial materials used in construction certainly did so: clay, stone, and wood. The ability to build is the origin of the discipline. Read more »

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Contemporist

JULY 30, 2024

Farmer Payne Architects and interior designer firm Suede Studio, have completed a ranch house that seamlessly integrates rustic charm and contemporary elegance.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

RCNKSK 's design comprises a cylindrical form that culminates in a tall steel spire, with material choices that were informed by the story of the Virgin Mary. The design blends the wisdom of tradition with the ingenuity of modernity. These materials carry a deep symbolism: a beacon of faith rising from a parched earth."

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Image Courtesy of HEWI The role and relationship of furniture in architecture and space design are of great relevance. Thus, the relationship between furniture and space becomes a constant dialogue in which design, aesthetics, and materials contribute their dimension. Re-seat family. Read more »

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 5, 2023

RT Residence / Jacobsen Arquitetura © Pedro Kok Wood in contemporary construction is often associated with coziness, simplicity, and a certain sense of nobility. While wood has been a staple in architectural design, carbonized wood , known as yakisugi , is gaining significant attention as a finishing choice. Read more »

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Deezen

JUNE 16, 2023

Raw, tactile materials including clay tiles, earthenware pots and compressed earth bricks define this courtyard home near Chennai, India , designed by local practice Rain Studio. The structure was built from a combination of reclaimed and regional materials, which were left raw wherever possible.

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Deezen

AUGUST 20, 2024

Finnish design studio Yatofu collaborated with young and local craftspeople to create El Fant Café and Bar in Helsinki , Finland. Our approach was rooted in celebrating the timeless qualities of Finnish design while infusing it with a contemporary twist," Yatofu's founders Angela Lindahl and Yihan Xiang told Dezeen.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Image: © Indra Wiras Earthy tones, from those used in traditional vernacular constructions to contemporary interior design trends, are instrumental in crafting inviting, organic, and harmonious environments.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 7, 2024

As it evolves, terrazzo adapts to modern building standards and growing environmental awareness, ensuring its relevance in contemporary architecture and design while expanding sustainable solutions. Read more »

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Bustler

JANUARY 23, 2024

Event Date: Sep 2, 2023 - Jul 7, 2024; Event City: New York, NY, US Any act of good design must also be an act of empathy, respect, and responsibility toward all living organisms and ecosystems––as well as future generations. The objects in this exhibition highlight the entire life cycle of the materials they are made of.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

A curved bench and sinuous display rails meander through the interconnected spaces of this fashion store in Kyiv , Ukraine, which interior designer Katerina Kovalenko has conceived as a calming sanctuary for shoppers. She also produced a round-up of six interiors that represent contemporary Ukrainian design.

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designboom

OCTOBER 18, 2024

studio heech explores the potential of earth as a sustainable material that does not generate industrial waste in modern interiors. The post studio heech’s partition puts contemporary twist on traditional korean wattle & daub method appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Architect's Newsletter

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Material Acts: Experimentation in Architecture and Design Craft Contemporary Los Angeles Through January 5, 2025 In conversations about materials (think: lumber, concrete), it’s easy to get lost in questions about The post Kate Yeh Chiu and Jia Yi Gu stage a Los Angeles group show that reframes “materials as processes” appeared first on The Architect’s (..)

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Deezen

JULY 28, 2024

Architecture office Design by 83 combined traditional references with modern forms and finishes when designing this Buddhist temple and education space in the South Korean city of Busan. It is finished with monolithic tiles and granite, achieving a simple and contemporary look without elaborate decorations."

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Deezen

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Promotion: collectible design fair PAD London is returning for its 16th edition, featuring 20th-century and contemporary furniture, jewellery, design and art presented by 63 galleries. The organisation will unveil Indian designer Dhruv Agarwal's Bloom chandelier.

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Deezen

AUGUST 24, 2024

Tutors and researchers from Northumbria University have filled a derelict manor house, nestled in a curve of the River Coquet in Northumberland , with objects informed by the site's rich history and materiality. Northumbria University faculty has designed products for Brinkburn Priory and Manor.

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Deezen

AUGUST 22, 2024

An extension perched above a ranch house and a 3D-printed home designed by Lake Flato and ICON feature in this roundup of contemporary architecture in Austin , Texas. The city is also known as a creative and quirky hub, home to innovations in technology, music and design, reflected in the popular SXSW festival held in the city.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Operable glass walls flank the living spaces of this sprawling Texas ranch, which was designed by Sanders Architecture to appear "like it rose up from the land". Sanders Architecture designed the house in the central Texas. "In The interiors feature weathered materials. Three buildings sit atop a rocky outcropping.

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Deezen

JANUARY 25, 2024

UK architecture studio DaeWha Kang Design has designed a pavilion and courtyard for The OWO hotel at the site of the former Old War Office in Whitehall, London. It was important for the design to enhance rather than compete with the existing historical architecture," the studio explained.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

A lamp made of volcanic rock and a cork chair are among the products exhibited at Lake Como Design Festival that make use of unconventional materials. The products all form part of the Contemporary Design Selection show, which is on display at the neoclassical Villa Salazar until the end of the festival on 24 September.

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Archinect

JULY 21, 2022

Even though the buildings in Sana'a are thousands of years old, they remain "terribly contemporary", says Salma Samar Damluji, co-founder of the Daw'an Mud Brick Architecture Foundation in Yemen. As she and others pointed out, mud's ability to circumvent the need for more air-conditioning on a warming planet is a huge selling.

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Deezen

JUNE 19, 2023

The intention was for a deeper understanding, working on the concept of quality, both in materials and in details." A fibreglass counter sits at the centre of the bakery A central bread counter is the "protagonist piece" in Pan's interior design. It also reminded us of the rice paper walls, typical of Japan," Studio Wok said.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 4, 2024

UK studio Cowper Griffith Architects has combined the medieval fabric of the 14th-century Calverley Old Hall in West Yorkshire, England , with contemporary additions to create a holiday home for the Landmark Trust charity. New interventions should have a design value of their own being both fit for purpose and aesthetically pleasing."

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Hotel Designs

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Hotel Designs Scorpios Bodrum – a contemporary agora on the Aegean coast Scorpios Bodrum – a contemporary agora on the Aegean coast Scorpios Bodrum, situated on Turkey’s southwest coast, serves as a gathering place inspired by the concept of the ancient Greek agora. ” – StudioMacBride.

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designboom

MARCH 15, 2024

mykonos architects employs naturally aged materials like wood and iron to achieve harmony with the surroundings, echoing mykonian tradition. The post stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

APRIL 26, 2024

Mono-material metal furniture was one of the most prominent trends at Milan design week , where both emerging and established designers created striking pieces from aluminium and stainless steel. Designers used aluminium and stainless steel to create sculptural lights, playful storage furniture and practical seating.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Under Dong Gong’s visionary leadership, the firm has charted a course focused on uncovering subtle interrelationships between program and place, using spatial structure to enhance the perception of light, breeze, material and time. detailed drawings are finalized before construction due to ample design time. In the U.S.,

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Snøhetta has shared new photos of its completed Beijing City Library design in the Chinese capital. Photo: Yumeng Zhu Snøhetta says this is meant to challenge contemporary thinking on libraries and to disabuse designers (and critics) of the notion that the typology has become largely outmoded in the digital age.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Bathhouse designs are attuned to the senses. Over time, the act of bathing in natural springs has evolved into an architectural typology designed specifically for relaxation and therapeutic benefits. These bathhouses are made with natural materials and private, layered spaces. The bathhouse was made to be the highlight.

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Habitus Living

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Designing for a three-generational family of builders, there was a need for the design of this residence – Wabi Sabi Pavilion – to explore building materials in a unique, but clarifying way. The conscious selection of materials and furniture that were primarily sourced locally, helped minimise the embodied carbon of the space.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Architizer’s A+Awards are back, and with the Main Entry Deadline on December 6th , now is your chance to showcase your work to some of the most forward-thinking minds in architecture and design. Each brings a distinct vision that pushes the boundaries of material use, inspiring architects worldwide to rethink and elevate their work.

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Deezen

JULY 17, 2023

An exhibition has opened at Copenhagen Contemporary that suggests what a city made out of experimental biomaterials might look like. The aim, according to Muhr, was not to champion individual materials, but to show how they might be used together. It's about expanding the material cannon," she continued.

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Design Thoughts Architects

MAY 10, 2023

The client was keen on contemporary house design, and we at Design Thoughts Architects were up for the challenge. The customer desired a distinctive exterior and the best house design that distinguished their property from others on the same street. It is about creating an experience that starts when you arrive home.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Danish studio Tableau and designer Ari Prasetya have filled the Connie-Connie cafe at the Copenhagen Contemporary art gallery with chairs created by 25 designers from leftover wood. Above: various wooden seating designs decorate the cafe. Top: the designs were made by 25 different designers.

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designboom

JUNE 12, 2024

the materials reflect the site's military heritage featuring textures like fiber cement corrugated sheets, and prefabricated concrete panels. The post dmvA converts former belgian military sheds into contemporary youth center appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Image Courtesy of WoHo Systems Contemporary challenges and technological developments inevitably trigger changes in how we design and build our cities. WoHo Factory. The traditional construction industry suffers from inefficiencies that render methods slow, expensive, or harmful to the environment.

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