Architectural engineers stand at the interface between civil engineering and architecture. They enjoy far more job flexibility than architects and thus a lower unemployment rate. They also have better pay rates than architects because they can work as civil engineers and facility designers instead of competing for landmark projects to generate a following and constant […] More
There are so many stunning architectural masterpieces around the world, and you don’t have to be an architect to appreciate the beauty they all hold. We have searched for the best and compiled together a list of 5 of our favourites around the world. We’ll be taking a look at; the famous Cube Houses of […] More
Before you put that for sale sign in front of your house, you may want to do a little handiwork around your property. Everyone knows home renovations can boost the value of your home and attract potential buyers, but remember not all home improvements yield a high return. Here are a few that do: More
So, you are planning to move to a new house and your car is already filled with your things. Visions of a brand new home you fantasize about dwelling in, preserve penetrating your thoughts. Strolling past a furnishings retailer invokes wishful serious about a new sofa suite. Magazines about houses and furnishings catalogs are gateways […] More
Discover The Krane, an old coal crane, transformed into a luxury retreat by owner Klaus Kastbjerg and architect Mads Møller from Arcgency. THE KRANE includes a reception area on the ground floor and a meeting room called the GLASS BOX on the first floor. The second floor includes a spa with a glass wall and two tubs, […] More
Older homes have a lot to offer. They are usually more spacious, full of quirky features and character, and built on larger plots. However, whilst there are plenty of advantages to owning a period property, it is essential that you are aware of the potential issues you may face. However, before you start make sure […] More
During the recently wrapped up Stockholm Furniture Fair world renowned interior design stylist Lotte Agaton has presented her exhibition TREND. “I have created the trend exhibition at this weeks furniture fair in Stockholm. To me that was a bit complex since I don’t really like the way we tend to use the word trend today. […] More
Condominio Baleia in Sao Sebastiao, Brazil, designed by Arthur Casas of Studio Arthur Casas, is meant to be a dream home for the Marcondes family. With it’s bold geometric architecture it is a true example that it does not have to be cold and isolating. Simple materials and natural forms communicate with the verdant garden and […] More
Habibi Forever, designed by Norwegian architect Knut Hovland of Tupelo Arkitektur and the Moroccan Abdelkarim El Achak is located in Marrakesh, Morocco. The house is a mixture of Norwegian simplicity and Moroccan decorative aesthetics. Both Moroccan and Scandinavian architecture place great emphasis on the dialogue between internal and external spaces. – Knut Hovland The property […] More
N House by Iida Archiship Studio is located in Karuizawa, Japan, a popular vacation destination. As the region’s popularity grown, the new buildings have damaged the forest. During the construction of this house, Iida didn’t cut any tree, he even planted more. Not a single tree on the property was touched in the building of this […] More
Marcio Kogan and Diana Radomylser of Studio MK27 have designed Casa Ilhabela using local materials and taking design cues from the landscape of Ilhabela region, with beautiful nature, quiet ocean, mountains and waterfalls. Using references to Asian aesthetics, the architects created neutral, muted and flowing home. Two-storey house is designed over two flowing levels, with living […] More
Casa Monterrey by Tadao Ando sits on the rocky landscape of Sierra Madre hillside, Mexico. The stunning view on mountains is framed with the very controlled openings, giving the house boundless visual potential. Concrete walls intersect straight planes at 45 degrees with spaces opened up by glass facade. Ando’s architectural approach here is very similar to the […] More