Alison Brooks Architects developed a 100 m² extension to the ground floor of a large detached house in London, UK. Winner of the prestigious RIBA Stephen Lawrence Prize, the ribbon-like design creates an interesting roofscape that can be admired from the master bedroom. The concept of the Wrap House, was developed through distorting a single surface… [Read More]
Archives for March 2014
Cell LED Carpet by LAMA Concept
Dutch designers Yvonne Laurysen and Erik Mantel from LAMA Concept designed an inspiring eco-friendly wool felt carpet that features embedded LED lights. In a world of technology, and sensory innovation, the dutch duo’s design practice revolves around the concept: “invitation to touch”. Through the use of sustainable materials, clever functionality, and sleek aesthetics, the Cell LED… [Read More]
Fours Seasons Hotel Pudong Restaurant in Shanghai by AB Concept
Hong Kong based firm AB Concept, reflects and reinterprets Shanghai’s contemporary glamour, boldness and elegance in the design of Shàng-Xí, the Chinese restaurant within Four Seasons Hotel Pudong, Shanghai. Wanting to capture the sense of place and offer a fresh perspective, AB Concept took inspiration from Shanghai’s rich history, by combining “the architectural forms of Shanghai’s French… [Read More]
Apartment building in Cessange by Metaform architecture
Luxembourg based Metaform architecture, designed in 2011 an apartment building where architecture and art are found working in synergy. Located in Cessange, Luxembourg, the apartment building was designed as a collaboration between Metaform architecture and graffiti artist SUMO. This collaboration illustrates an example of an architecture necessitating artistic reinforcement while at the same time dominating… [Read More]
Meltdown Pendant Lamp by Johan Lindstén for Cappellini
Swedish designer Johan Lindstén, of Lindstén Form Studio, has created the Meltdown lamp for Italian manufacturer Cappellini. Guilio Cappellini discovered the design in 2012, at Salone del Mobile, which led to its realization as a Cappellini product. The concept of the lamp was to create something beautiful from the disastrous nuclear accident in Fukushima. The tragic event… [Read More]
PARKROYAL on Pickering by WOHA
Singapore based WOHA designed PARKROYAL on Pickering, a hotel and office in a garden that explores the use of greenery within a densely built up high-rise city. Located in central Singapore, the architects used a total of 15,000 m² of sky-gardens, reflecting pools, waterfalls, planter terraces and green walls, totalling double the site area, and… [Read More]
Unit 23 by Daarc – Architects + Interiors
This sleek and impactful apartment was designed in 2013 by Australian based firm Daarc – Architects + Interiors. Located in Brisbane, Australia, the small apartment was designed to maximize light, space and river views, for a small growing family. In order to maximize the 100 m² space, Daarc demolished all existing walls and replaced them with sleek multipurpose… [Read More]
Swing Table by Duffy London
The Swing Table by British firm Duffy London puts the fun into boring boardroom meetings and meal times. This fun and unique design features a four poster style table, and eight chairs suspended from its light structure. As with the Shadow Chair, Duffy London puts a spin on the design of ordinary objects. Reminiscent of childhood… [Read More]
Lens House Extension by Alison Brooks Architects
Award-winning firm Alison Brooks Architects (ABA) gives a contemporary twist to a classic Victorian villa. Located in north London, the Lens House was designed as an extension to a nineteenth century house for a client involved in photography and design. The extension features two projecting tapered volumes that wrap around the house, offering a spectacular… [Read More]
Mile Public House by Humà design
The Canadian multidisciplinary design team from Humà design created a unique space for the Mile public house pub. The 3600 square feet space takes viewers on a journey, introducing them to the story of the building through the stunning graphics that so boldly shape the interior. There was a wide field where stood 3 tall trees. It… [Read More]
