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Villa Cravois: A Timeless Dialogue Between Modernism and Artistic Expression

ArchDaily

Built between 1929 and 1932 in Croix , France , this landmark residence was commissioned by Paul Cavrois, a prominent textile industrialist, to embody modern values and house his growing family. Read more ยป

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Arne Jacobsen "dared to work with modern materials" for Egg chair

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Continuing our mid-century modernism series , we take a look at the iconic Egg chair , which was designed by Danish architect Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the former SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. Arne Jacobsen designed the Egg chair in 1958. Jacobsen designed every component of the hotel.

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Zinc Facades Merging Sustainability, Durability, and Modern Design

ArchDaily

Image Courtesy of RHEINZINK In architectural design, materials play a crucial role not only in shaping a building's aesthetics but also in its performance and in reflecting the ideologies of its creators. Wellness-focused design is also gaining importance, prioritizing environments that support physical and mental health.

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Recycled and waste materials are the focus of MoMAโ€™s Life Cycles: The Materials of Contemporary Design exhibition

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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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Modern Straw: From Building System to Decoration

ArchDaily

Museum & Biodiversity Research Center / Guinรฉe et Potin Architects ยฉ Stephane Chalmeau The use and demand for natural materials in architecture and interior design have facilitated the revival of updated traditional construction systems for the contemporary context. Read more ยป

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Blending Nostalgia and Modernity: The Rise of Synthetic Profiles in Furniture Design

ArchDaily

Courtesy of Cbdesign Furniture made from natural materials is widely valued for its beauty and texture, especially when it comes to wood, bamboo, reed, and rattan. Additionally, their lack of uniformity and strength can compromise consistent quality, while harvesting the raw materials can have negative environmental impacts.

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Material Matters: LUO Studioโ€™s Outside-the-Box Approach to Modern Craftsmanship

Architizer

In the last few decades, thereโ€™s been a growing disconnect between what architects design and what people actually want (or need). Their projects donโ€™t scream for attention with flashy designs or towering glass faรงades. Order your copy today. But maybe itโ€™s on us as architects to bridge that gap. Letโ€™s take a closer look.