ArchDaily

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Despite requiring more frequent maintenance compared to materials like concrete, wood is increasingly considered a viable option within the concept of regenerative design , owing to its place in the natural organic cycle of our planet. Read more »

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Swedish studio Johan Sundberg Arkitektur has completed a holiday home on the island of Gotland, using a natural palette of materials to allow its owners to feel "grounded" in the site's natural landscape. The bathrooms are finished in stone Swedish architect Sundberg founded Johan Sundberg Arkitektur in 2006.

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Deezen

AUGUST 30, 2024

Situated within a nature reserve in Getterön, the 12-metre-tall and seven-metre-wide tower by White Arkitekter has a hyperboloid structure composed of 140 beams combined with metal rings. The post White Arkitekter adds hyperboloid observation tower to Swedish nature reserve appeared first on Dezeen.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

They discussed ongoing learning opportunities; building something from nothing; architecture comradery; construction; appreciation for man-made and natural objects; technical drawings; when architecture projects are finished; and more. Read more »

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Archinect

APRIL 18, 2024

Image credit: Moreno Maggi Image credit: Moreno Maggi Set within the Cortile della Farmacia courtyard at the University of Milan , the ‘Amazing Walk’ seeks to “blur the boundary between built and natural environments in a surreal way.” ” Standing 24.6

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Architectural concrete was a natural material selection for the Salt Shed, serving as both the building structure and exterior finish, eliminating the need for additional materials.

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ArchDaily

JULY 21, 2023

Through explorations anchored in local laterite, they have developed the material as a modern finishing technique, investigated its potential as a natural dye, discovered new ways to employ its thermal properties, and now build the research prospect of other local materials. Read more »

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Natural light is an essential design element that profoundly impacts a home’s aesthetics, energy efficiency, and livability. The Importance of Natural Light in Residential Design Understanding the value of natural light in a home extends beyond simply creating bright spaces.

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Archinect

MAY 15, 2023

Previously on Archinect: Heatherwick Studio begins construction in the Toranomon-Azabudai district in Tokyo Heatherwick says they are taking a “human-centred approach by integrating nature into the public spaces.” Construction is expected to be finished by the end of this year. The project broke ground in August of 2019.

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Archinect

MAY 11, 2022

The Yangqu dam project is set to finish in two years and is being overseen by Tsinghua University ’s Liu Tianyun, who recently argued that developments in 3D printing have made the technology “identical to nature.”

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Deezen

OCTOBER 12, 2024

The design duo of Prince Carl Philip of Sweden and Oscar Kylberg have designed landscape-like interiors for a hotel in a Swedish nature reserve, featuring their first own-label furniture collection. It is an experience totally on nature's own terms," said Carl Philip Bernadotte. "It

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Archinect

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Foster + Partners has shared photos of its just-finished MOL Group corporate headquarters campus in Budapest after a ribbon-cutting ceremony that was held last week in the Hungarian capital.

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ArchDaily

JULY 19, 2023

But with so many materials –and countless shapes, finishes, textures and colors– available in this day and age, making the correct choices for a particular project can be quite challenging. It’s as simple, yet as complex as that.

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Archinect

JANUARY 6, 2023

Simplified exterior finishes of stucco and steel elements contrast with the rugged terrain. Naturally patinaed steel frames landscape elements while the main entry “portal” is differentiated using powder coated yellow. A large glass wall frames views of Camelback and the new terrace and pool.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Its captivating central feature is a central lightwell that works to channel natural light into various parts of the home, which is tucked away on an unassuming side street in the city of Morelia. The design for Casa Emma was inspired by the space inside Eduardo Souto de Moura 's pyramid design for the Paula Rego Museum in Lisbon. Photo cr.

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Archinect

MARCH 30, 2022

With clean walls and neutral finishes, the creativity and personality of the company itself can shine in this space. While much of the Minute Media space exudes energy of young adult professionals, it doesn’t overlook the playful nature of the business.

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Dwell

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Immersed by vegetation, the design invites the outdoors in, integrating natural materials and luxe finishes. Find built-ins throughout the entire home alongside natural oak floors from Austria and Italian porcelain floor tiles. Listing Details Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 full, 1 partial Year Built: 2019 Square Feet: 7,750 Plot Size: 0.24

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Archinect

JUNE 21, 2024

The lobby offers a serene atmosphere through the presence of gardens that feature scented flowers, running water, lush plantings, and finishes made of locally sourced granite and western red cedar. These natural elements ascend to the parking levels, which are shrouded in plantings.

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Archinect

APRIL 25, 2024

Additionally, the design addresses the existing house's missed opportunities to take full advantage of the site's natural beauty – namely refining the entry approach from the forested driveway on the east and opening the house to views westward of an expansive rolling meadow and of the Sudbury River.

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Deezen

JULY 29, 2024

What happens after the spectacle of the games has finished? To me, the fascinating element of these Olympics is both their ephemeral nature as well as their lasting impact. The post "The fascinating element of these Olympics are their ephemeral nature as well as their lasting impact" appeared first on Dezeen.

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Archinect

JANUARY 11, 2024

Materials naturally patina year after year, reinforcing the connection to the landscape. The infinity pool, finished in dark plaster, flawlessly reflects the sky above. Locally-sourced stone reappears throughout, with muted greens and grays evoking springtime in the valley.

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designboom

MAY 27, 2024

k10 studio chooses minimalistic industrial raw finishes, featuring concrete, steel, and teak wood, to create a striking contrast with the surrounding nature. The post low-tech industrial beach house with infinity pool overlooks ostional beach in costa rica appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Atelier Xi has completed a visitor centre for Qiaochengbei Park in Shenzhen Atelier Xi aimed to have a minimal impact on this landscape, arranging the visitor centre's two structures around the park's trees and using material finishes that would blend in with the natural setting over time. "We

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designboom

AUGUST 19, 2024

natural and ebony finishes highlight the wood’s rich grain, a bolder lacquered version offers a range of contemporary colors. The post solid tauari wood sculpts jabuticasa’s gringa chair, capturing brazil’s nostalgic charm appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Named Casa Suna, the 700-square-metre home sits between the sea and mountains in La Ribera, and has been finished in a palette of pale stone and timber in order to visually complement the surrounding, sandy landscape. Local stone and beige concrete reflect the natural hues of the sand, while warm wooden accents echo the desert environment.

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Deezen

AUGUST 20, 2024

"Pine was selected for its historical significance in Finnish craftsmanship and its natural characteristics, durability and warmth," said the studio. The interior includes dining chairs from the Finnish brand Vaarnii The result of the collaboration includes a set of stools, benches and tables with both natural and stained finishes.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The founders of S2B Studio have self-designed their home in London The two-storey home has a timber structure and natural material palette dominated by wooden finishes, intended to evoke a feeling of craftsmanship. The slats rest on dark grey beams and create a play of natural light throughout the day.

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Archinect

AUGUST 2, 2024

Inspired by the countryside, the design features a unique rolled-up ground that forms a walk-able rooftop, blending nature with play. The 1,000 sqm roof, constructed from viscose stone, provides a seamless finish while sophisticated drainage and concealed equipment preserve the center’s clean aesthetic.

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Deezen

AUGUST 20, 2024

These natural materials like wood and cork are repeatedly presented throughout the home in ways that are intended to provoke an unconventional sensory engagement with building materials," studio co-founder Greg Esparza told Dezeen.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

ContainerMID is a mid-height version of the classic Container sideboard There are also four new bold colours being introduced for the lacquered body finish, including the pale blue Nuvola and bright rust orange Mattone.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The vein-touch finish replicates the low-relief patterning of marble, which in the dramatic black-and-white Marmora Nero Antico tile serves to further enhance the look of light and shadow playing on the surface. Product details: Product: Marmora Nero Antico Brand: Casalgrande Padana Contact: sara.costi@casalgrandepadana.it

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designboom

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

the 'earthbags' technique converts bags compacted and finished with natural materials like raw earth and straw into thick walls. The post balouo salo uses earth-filled bags for multipurpose cultural center and museum in senegal appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dwell

OCTOBER 23, 2024

We explored their fundamental spatial features, their volumes, the interplay of light, and their profound connection with the natural environment. Consistent finishes and materials tie all three houses together. Inside, we aimed for a whitewashed wood finish in accordance with the lime finishes natural to this region.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

On the south side of Wooden House, the more private volume containing a workspace on the ground floor and a bedroom on the upper floor is finished with a sloping green roof. The laminated larch trusses, the exterior finish of frake, the interior finish of poplar and the Douglas fir floors provide a soft and natural ambience." "The

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Deezen

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Belgian studio Van Laethem Architecten used natural materials including hempcrete and cedar shingles to create this small garden studio for its staff in Alken. Vegetation on either side of the studio helps provide a feeling of being amongst nature, while its position on the plot also helps to shelter the main home from the road.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Dezeen Showroom: Danish architect Kristian Ahlmark has designed a kitchen unit for Lithuanian brand Kongacph that is made from a single oak log crafted to highlight the material's natural beauty.

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Archinect

AUGUST 27, 2024

Despite its advanced state of ruin, the original building has been maintained, with special care taken to rehabilitate its pathologies, structurally reinforce the walls, repair the roof, and ensure the necessary finishes. The interior, completely transformed, retains the two existing floors, now adapted for a new purpose.

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