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

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Looking Glass Lodge is situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and was developed for a client whose parents established a nature reserve there in the 1960s. The lodge sits on a nature reserve. Looking Glass Lodge is clad in timber. The building has electrochromic glass for added privacy.

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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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Santa Cruz Architect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of architecture and construction, new materials continually emerge, pushing the boundaries of design and performance. One such innovation is the aerogel glass block, a remarkable material that combines the transparency of glass with the extraordinary insulating properties of aerogels.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Wall-to-wall glass and a material palette informed by local vernacular define Zen House, a 33-square-metre micro home on stilts in Austria, completed by Czech studio Jan Tyrpekl. The glass micro home sits on a wooden platform made from glued-laminated timber, which is also utilised for the roof structure.

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Architizer

JANUARY 22, 2024

Architizer’s A+Product Awards celebrate the manufacturers at the forefront of material innovation. In the early years, glass was a medium for divine storytelling. With its vast expanse of plate glass panels and cast iron framework, the structure redefined the possibilities of architecture and design. from 2021 to 2028.

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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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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

JULY 19, 2024

Dezeen Showroom: designers have been using glass to create furnishings for many years – here, we detail some of the products on Dezeen Showroom made from the material. Glass has long been a popular choice for designers thanks to its resistance to heat, water and sunlight.

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Deezen

MAY 18, 2022

London architecture studio Bureau de Change has produced a range of patterned tiles using Thames Glass, a biomaterial created by artist Lulu Harrison from mussel shells. Harrison – a student on the Material Futures masters at Central Saint Martin's – creates her bio-glass using the ground-up shells of quagga mussels as a substitute for sand.

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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

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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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

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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Hotel Designs

MAY 16, 2024

Also known as ‘nature-living’ this means transferring familiar qualities and objects into a different environment which can contribute to rest and relaxation. Image credit: AXOR The new AXOR Starck Nature Shower brings the iconic design of the AXOR Starck shower column to the outdoors for a luxurious showering experience.

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Hotel Designs

JULY 4, 2024

The manufacturer of prefabricated structures uses only authentic and sustainable materials of the highest quality, such as glass and regionally sourced timber. A full-length glass door skillfully connects the daylight-infused master bathroom and the main bedroom to create a spacious unit. As is typical for Studio F.

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Architonic

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

<p>The need for natural materials to usurp synthetics in our homes is driving innovation in all areas of design. Typically high on plastic and glass content, <a href="[link] is particularly up for scrutiny.

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Deezen

JULY 29, 2024

A 1960s glass and chrome chandelier decorates Cubitts' Angel store "It's a long, slim room with an atelier atmosphere due to the strong contrasts of light and shadow," the studio's co-founder Oskar Kohnen told Dezeen. "The Each element speaks a clear material language.

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Deezen

JULY 29, 2024

A 1960s glass and chrome chandelier decorates Cubitts' Angel store "It's a long, slim room with an atelier atmosphere due to the strong contrasts of light and shadow," the studio's co-founder Oskar Kohnen told Dezeen. "The Each element speaks a clear material language.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Living rooms with tactile brick , concrete and wood surfaces feature in this lookbook , which shows that opting for industrial materials doesn't have to sacrifice cosiness. To add warmth to the space, these finishes are balanced with natural details including dark wooden floorboards and furniture , suede chairs and a textile wall tapestry.

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Dwell

JANUARY 12, 2024

Here, in only the second offering since the architecture was commissioned, Koenig demonstrates a mastery of materials, sensitivity to the environment, and a harmonious relationship with nature. Photo by Cameron Carothers See the full story on Dwell.com: Pierre Koenig’s Steel-and-Glass Schwartz House Hits the Market for $4.6M

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Deezen

JANUARY 5, 2024

This informed its unobtrusive single-storey profile and APDI Architecture's use of local materials such as bricks made from laterite – rusty-red stone formed from the leaching of rocks and soil. The goal was to create a vibrant living space seamlessly blending into the natural landscape," he added. The photography is by Trieu Chien.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 19, 2023

When you think of a building – whatever scale or project type, the items that go to create that building are most frequently associated with the materials that are selected that define the appearance of the building. Continue reading Ep 121: Material Selection at Life of an Architect. The "Why" jump to 12:51 Why choose the material?

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Deezen

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Materials from a dismantled warehouse were used to build this courtyard house named Dailly, which local studio Mamout has nestled between two buildings in Belgium. Dailly is arranged around two courtyards and features colourful spaces filled with reclaimed materials. The concept is therefore to have a low, long house lit by patios."

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Deezen

OCTOBER 7, 2023

RooMoo completely transformed two existing buildings using materials found on-site The Som Land hostel was designed to integrate with this natural landscape and respect the local customs and traditions. In terms of overall space arrangement and planning, Som Land focuses on nature and humanistic traditions."

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Architizer

APRIL 4, 2024

Nestled in the heart of America, Arkansas is rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage. Known for its picturesque landscapes, including the majestic Ozark Mountains and the winding Arkansas River, the state’s architecture is grounded in its natural surroundings.

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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. A natural and renewable material, cork is becoming increasingly popular in architecture and design, but it is more commonly seen in the form of cladding panels or building blocks.

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Habitus Living

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Clifton Hill Courtyard House by Eliza Blair Architecture and Studio MKN defined by a stunning brick and glass extension. Designed to embrace the beauty of the natural environment and provide the perfect balance of form and function, this double-storey extension seamlessly blends into the existing weatherboard worker’s cottage.

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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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Architizer

MAY 22, 2024

We’ve looked at a number of highly technical projects, nevertheless materials have usually been natural, or as natural as possible. They are a continuation of landscapes reimagined as materials. Due to the location, strict regulations were in place in terms of what could be built, how and with which materials.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2023

From the technological building systems we choose for our projects to considering the carbon impact of where a product comes from to have a better awareness of the materials our products are made out of. While many sectors are charging forward, the field of materials is rapidly progressing and reshaping how we approach design specifications.

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aasarchitecture

APRIL 16, 2024

Architecture firm Luca Curci Architects presents Floating Glass Museum, a groundbreaking project where the boundaries between art and nature blur and the water becomes a canvas for contemporary expression. The balanced fusion of contemporary art and sustainable design that will invite contemplation, reflection and discovery.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Neuhäusl Hunal opted for curved translucent glass partitions in place of doors to divide the interior spaces and create a sense of openness and fluidity. Three U-profiled glass partitions were then used to enclose a cloakroom, storage space and kitchen, while the remaining floor space can be used flexibly.

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Deezen

MAY 5, 2023

Large openings and earthy materials feature in a guesthouse that architecture studio Bohlin Cywinski Jackson has added to a private residence on a secluded island in the Pacific Northwest. The material palette for the guesthouse mimics that of the main residence – Douglas fir , cedar , steel and glass.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The shape of the gable, how it is detailed, and its style depends on the structural system used, which reflects regional aesthetics, climate and material availability. These drawings not only tell a story of materials and assembly but also of structure and how a person will experience the space. Modern Countryside Villa.

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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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Deezen

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Interiors firm Studio Rhonda has redesigned communications agency Zetteler's London office using contrasting colours and tactile vegan and deaf-friendly materials. The choice to use vegan materials was based on the fact that most of Zetteler's staff is vegan or vegetarian. Glass bricks create a light meeting room.

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