Remove Glass Remove Materials Remove Visualization
article thumbnail

30 Japanese Homes that Use Metal for Interior Accents

ArchDaily

Though traditional materials like wood , paper , and bamboo continue to hold significance, modern Japanese interiors also often feature a fusion of glass , steel , concrete , and metals.

Interior 299
article thumbnail

Flat and Curved Facades in Harmony with Design, Performance, and Sustainability

ArchDaily

Courtesy of STACBOND Fundamentally, facade design must blend protection, performance, and visual impact, turning it into a defining architectural feature. The evolution of facades reflects advancements in materials, technology, and design flexibility.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Blackbox by Strand Design

Archinect

Expansive planes of glass and operable folding wall systems capture sprawling views and direct connections to this unique property bookended by two bodies of water. The simple geometry of this dark steel-clad lake home provides an immediate contrast to its warm and dynamic interior volumes.

Design 246
article thumbnail

The top 10 material innovations of 2024

Deezen

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.

Materials 124
article thumbnail

Seven cosy living rooms with industrial material palettes

Deezen

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. This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive.

article thumbnail

Glass Acts: 7 Global Projects Transmitting New Possibilities for Glass Blocks and Panels

Architizer

Glass blocks are making their mark in contemporary architecture, proving theyre more than just functional. Their ability to filter natural light, improve insulation and add texture has made them a go-to material for creating visually striking and efficient designs. The canopy uses alternating transparent glass and mirror panels.

Glass 73
article thumbnail

Horses a "constant visual presence" at Black Fox Ranch by CLB Architects

Deezen

"The house and barn are defined by elemental forms and materials that nod to the site's past." The house is located near the barn and pastures in order to ensure that "horses are a constant visual presence," the team said. Exterior walls consist of stained cedar and large stretches of glass.