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How Lime Enhances Contemporary Architecture

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the ancient Egyptians used quicklime mixed with water as a building material for their pyramids. In fact, around 4000 B.C., Read more ยป

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Interiors of Pastry Shops and Bakeries: Design Strategies that Integrate Functions, Users, and Materials

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What design strategies are applied in the contemporary interiors of bakeries and pastry shops? Cakeology Cafe and Bakery / Tee Vee Eff. Image ยฉ Oculis Project What is the link between architecture and pastry ? Read more ยป

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Neutrals in Interior Design: 30 Homes with an Understated Color Palette

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Closely related to the makeup of materials organically found in nature, the color chorus of whites , grays, and earthy brown tones has played a pivotal role in artistic expression, fashion , interior design , and architecture for millenia.

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How to Use Earthy Tones in Architecture: From the Vernacular to the Contemporary

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Image: ยฉ 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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Re-Purposing Materials: From Post-Industrial Recyclate to Accessible Furniture

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Designers such as Eileen Gray, Alvar Aalto, Mies Van der Rohe, and Verner Panton conceived furniture โ€”primarily stools and chairsโ€” that endure over time as powerful and timeless elements, with a determining impact on the interior atmosphere.

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30 Japanese Homes that Use Metal for Interior Accents

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Image ยฉ Yusuke Fujioka Contemporary Japanese interiors incorporate elements both of tradition and modernity to embody the country's innovative spirit while maintaining a profound respect for its history and cultural heritage.

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Brick Houses in Spain: Modern Masonry Design for Home Interiors and Exteriors

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ยฉ Adria Goula The ample supply, durability, and affordability of brick makes it one of the most widely used and iconic materials in Spanish architecture, especially within the Mudejar tradition. Read more ยป

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