Minimalism is the art of living with less in a comfortable, convenient, and aesthetically pleasing way. While this work appears simple enough on the surface, it is far more difficult to accomplish. In reality, designing a beautiful, functional home with a minimalist concept is one of the most difficult things to do. It necessitates finesse, […] More
SALONE DEL SALON have recently completed their latest project in in Xi’an, China – a new restaurant with a focus on handmade craftsmanship. Inspired by beer-brewing culture, SALONE DEL SALON adopted “sticks” as the medium of spatial narratives, and worked to create a distinctive bar & restaurant space with a unique ambience. Discover the somplete […] More
GS Design have recently completed the interior design of Sumei Skyline Coast Boutique Hotel in Tianya Dristrict, Sanya, Hainan. The designers excel at supporting spatial vibe with pure white tone to present a strong and specific contrast with the sky, seascape and sunset, which ensures a photographic background for all scenes and settings. Discover more […] More
Studio Ardete recently completed this stunning commercial building in Mohali (Punjab), India. The object features an innovative tessellated façade design that wraps the structure n a membrane of tessellated polygons, an array of solid and voids in tones of grey and white. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. From the architects: […] More
Turin-based company Lamatilde has designed the new LAQUA Countryside resort, opened by Cinzia and Antonino Cannavacciuolo at the heart of Sorrento’s inland. The project consists of a small resort with six rooms and a restaurant called Cannavacciuolo Countryside. The structure is surrounded by a huge garden that serves both practical and aesthetic purposes while also […] More
LUO Studio have recently completed their latest project, an elaborate 25 meter long wooden bridge in Gulou Waterfront. The bridge is composed of a large number of wooden elements bolted together. This unusual man-made landscape, made up of a network of waterways and ponds, previously served as a fishing and farming infrastructure. Discover more after […] More
Guangzhou-based interior design firm Evans Lee Design recently completed works on the interior design of IFC (International Finance City) 52F Office. Located area of Guangzhou CBD – Zhujiang New Town, Evans Lee designed this 600 sqm office into an art gallery, meeting room, staff working area, and founder’s office. The design emphasized the interaction between […] More
Sun Concepts Office recently completed the store design for QYF, a multi-brand boutique with a 20-year history. The store brings about new consumption patterns and lifestyle trends for local consumers. With modernist aesthetics as the standard design approach, the architects turned the boutique into a high-end destination. Discover more after the jump. From the architects: […] More
Kuba & Pila? architekti converted a 1980s canteen building into new headquarters of the Faculty of Humanities, Charles University in Prague. While preserving the external shape and proportions of the original building, their main intervention was the creation of a generous central hall – a social center of the faculty, illuminated from above, with daylight […] More
Portland-based firm Hacker recently completed their latest project in Milwaukie, Oregon – Ledding Library. Located on a unique site at the edge of downtown between a sensitive natural area, a city park, and City Hall, the 18,000-square-foot library’s form takes advantage of the beautiful setting, bending across the site to capture sweeping views of the […] More
S K U L L studio designed the perimeter wall of the newly revitalised Hus?v park in the ?akovice district of Prague – the SUPERPOWER WALL, an abstract brick relief as a memento of the historic village and the gabled roofs that once stood in its place. In contrast with the traditional construction material, the […] More
Mecanoo transformed the World Port Centre Rotterdam interior into a coherent activity-based space with a clear identity. The architects were in charge of transforming the ground floor and a portion of the first floor. The refurbishment was directed by the ideas of good accessibility, increased links to the outside, social engagement, and a welcoming street […] More