Archinect

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Named 50 West 66th Street , the scheme is described by Snøhetta as having a “striking geometry” with a “natural palette of refined materials.”

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Next to a glass-block wall, Interlude House’s black tub is naturally well lit in the day, but the dark surfaces surrounding it change the atmosphere at night. Image © Chalermwat Wongchompoo Synonyms for ‘dark’ read like a who’s who of negativity. Read more »

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Hotel Designs

JULY 24, 2024

Hotel Designs The material world of Duravit The material world of Duravit Velvety cast-mineral material, distinctive natural patterns, and a host of fascinating materials raise the bar in the bathroom – Duravit looks at different ways these textures can be combined to create intriguing and exciting bathroom designs.

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Archinect

JUNE 24, 2024

The textile, made of a plastic material and silver nanowires, is designed to stay cool in urban settings by taking advantage of a principle known as radiative cooling – the natural process by which objects radiate heat into space. Outdoor tests found that the material stayed 16ºF cooler than a regular silk fa.

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Deezen

JANUARY 17, 2024

Florida-based manufacturer Renco has created a building block made of repurposed materials that interlocks and stacks for "LEGO-like" construction. Made of a composite of glass fibres, resin and stone, the blocks were recently used to construct a Palm Springs apartment complex by Miami-based architecture studio Arquitectonica.

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Deezen

APRIL 17, 2024

Japanese architect Shigeru Ban has created a pavilion from paper tubes, wood and milk crates to mark the 75th anniversary of US architect Philip Johnson's Glass House in Connecticut , USA. The post Shigeru Ban unveils Paper Log House at Philip Johnson's Glass House appeared first on Dezeen. foot by 13.5 meters by 4.1

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Deezen

JULY 22, 2024

Geometric shapes and block colours characterise this apartment in Kyiv by design studio Dihome Existing walls were removed to create an open-plan layout, while glass bricks and panels were added to create spatial zoning without obstructing natural light. Glass blocks, plywood and concrete are the DNA of this project," said Sytnik.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The studio placed meeting rooms, ancillary spaces, a gym and a model workshop in the centre of the plan, with two large skylights bringing in natural light. For example, the studio kept the wooden flooring as well as the existing glass panels used in the meeting rooms. Large potted plants are placed throughout.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The realities of climate change have driven another big year in material innovation in 2024. Christien Meindertsma aimed to rebrand linoleum and establish a new visual language for the misunderstood material with the Flaxwood tiles she created for manufacturer Dzek.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Four simple rectilinear wings –containing four bedrooms and the garage –radiate off the corners of the one-story home’s central space: the connected living room and kitchen, whose four walls are made of floor to ceiling glass. This allows nature and light to be drawn into the center of the house at any time of day.

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Deezen

MAY 13, 2024

Design duo Formafantasma paired harsh steel rods with delicate glass flowers in its La Casa Dentro furniture collection, comparing modernism 's sobriety with the "femininity" of more decorative motifs. The post Formafantasma furniture interrogates "gendered nature" of modernism appeared first on Dezeen.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Beverage company Diageo has produced what it believes is the world's lightest standard-sized glass spirits bottle for its Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra whisky, launching next week at the London Design Festival. Most glass bottles are heavier than they need to be in nine-tenths of the shape in order to be strong enough at the weakest point."

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Deezen

JUNE 22, 2024

Located in the borough of Bexley, The Clearing is used for lessons in woodwork, nature conservation and sustainable woodland management. It is also open to local schools as an outdoor classroom, giving children access to nature.

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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

JANUARY 3, 2023

The staircase and fireplace are feature elements, displaying steel and glass screens that reflect the spatial layering of the overall composition. The previous house on the site was deconstructed, and almost all material was re-purposed. The basement was preserved and re-used to minimize excavation and ground disturbance.

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Deezen

JULY 11, 2024

Interior design studio Linehouse has renovated an office in Shanghai using numerous materials and art from a local gallery. Combined with numerous materials and abstract furniture pieces, the studio forms what the studio called an "unexpected collection". The photography is by Dirk Weiblen.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

For Studio MM Architect, the answer lies in meticulous attention to setting, materials and craft. From cliffside homes with sweeping views to tranquil retreats nestled in nature, Studio MM designs with the environment and the client in mind, always considering how the smallest details can make the largest impact. “Our Kaat Cliffs.

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Archinect

AUGUST 5, 2022

Located in the city’s Garment District, the hotel adopts what the team calls a “robust, solid architecture” with a material palette including brick, concrete, steel, and oak. Front desk. Photo credit: William Jess Laird Inside, the lobby features a series of poured-in-place, steel-edged concrete structural arches.

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Archinect

APRIL 19, 2024

The design solution creates a warm and inviting interior environment filled with natural light from an array of long skylights and large windows. The new facility’s material palette of glass, wood, and steel structura.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

DECEMBER 15, 2021

But one critical aspect is the material you select. So, keep scrolling to find the best countertop material for your kitchen. The primary aspect to consider when choosing countertops for your kitchen is material. Pros: Granite is a hard-wearing material. The Approach to choosing the Best Kitchen Countertops.

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Dwell

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

"Internally we placed an emphasis on crafted, organic materials with earthy tones borrowed from nature—including clay-plastered walls and ceilings, end grain flooring and English elm joinery—and styled with pieces from artisans and makers."

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A gridded facade made up of rectangular windows and glass fibre-reinforced concrete (GFRC) bars wraps the building and its rounded corners. Its facade was made by Rieder "The materiality and calming appearance of the glass fibre-reinforced concrete elements allow for a harmonious integration into the surrounding neighbourhood," said Rieder.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

From the outside, the austere and minimalist building has enormous stained glass windows to incorporate the vast and varied panorama of the garden into the interior. The decoration of the facade is made exclusively with natural materials: cor-ten steel, wood, and terracotta slabs. External asceticism and ri.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Thoughtful material choices in technology can enhance digital experiences by making them more intuitive, tactile and less intrusive, says Future Facility during a talk hosted by Dezeen and ASUS. We were really interested in this tension between artificial and natural," Leitner said. "We

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Aric Gitomer Architect

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Choose Natural Materials. Organic and natural materials are a must when renovating your home for a modern look. Modern homes and glass are partners in crime. However, that does not mean that you should bring in glass furniture. And here is how they could do it! Retain Only the Essential.

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Archinect

MAY 14, 2024

Designed with contemporary detailing in mind, the front facade consists of cement board panel rain screen cladding and floor-to-ceiling operable glass windows and doors to allow for ample light and ventilation to the residential units above.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Their projects don’t scream for attention with flashy designs or towering glass façades. Whether it’s reimagining traditional techniques or experimenting with unconventional materials, LUO Studio is challenging the status quo by asking a simple question: How can architecture do better? Let’s take a closer look.

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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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Archinect

JANUARY 11, 2024

Emulating clusters of buildings that once formed neighboring farms and ranches, you move through a series of breezeways that alternate between open-air and glass-enclosed, each branching out from the heart of the home. Materials naturally patina year after year, reinforcing the connection to the landscape.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Through expressive materials, precise techniques and forward-thinking methods, these spaces echo the same dedication to excellence found in their curricula. These louvers, oriented at varying angles, reduce solar heat gain and allow for expansive full-height glass windows, ensuring natural light fills the interiors.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

MAY 5, 2023

This means that designers will focus on eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient systems when creating new homes. One popular trend is the use of recycled or repurposed materials in construction. Homeowners are increasingly looking for ways to connect with nature and enjoy the benefits of fresh air and natural light.

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Archinect

JUNE 17, 2024

Its location provides immediate visual and physical connections to nature on the High Line and views of the Hudson River beyond. Designed to achieve LEED Gold certification and foster an office environment connected with the natural world, 512 West 22nd Street sets new standards of health and productivity in the modern workplace.

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Deezen

JANUARY 8, 2024

Industrial designer Mary Lempres has created a bio-cement structure developed to mimic naturally occurring oyster reefs that tackle coastal flooding , filter seawater and promote biodiversity. Sourced in New York City , the aggregate was created from crushed glass and oyster shells salvaged from local restaurants and New York Harbour.

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Hotel Designs

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Located at the ocean’s edge, the hotel’s architectural influences and materiality embody the fictional muse of ‘Cecilia’, a wellness maven, and her mythic spirit of the sea. Main image credit: Chris Mottalini Casa Loma Beach Hotel – blending a bohemian spirit with the natural energy of the Pacific Pauline Brettell.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Indian studio Blurring Boundaries has used organic forms and natural materials throughout Asmalay, a curvaceous home that wraps around trees in a forest near Mumbai. Nestled within a network of mango trees in Indian coastal town Alibag, the house was designed to showcase the connection between architecture and nature.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Located in an area so rich in nature tourism that depends on it, REEF is a commercial renovation with a bold vision and an abundance of aces up its sleeve. Individual bathroom stalls are fitted with electric fog-glass, meaning if none are occupied you can walk into the space and see through the screens and out to the stunning setting beyond.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Rose is a guesthouse made of concrete, weathering steel, glass and water. The steel exterior seems private and fully immersed in the wild nature, whilst the inner part of the building is opposite – open and fragile due to the floor-to-ceiling windows. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide the interaction of nature and the interior.

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