C.F. Møller designed in 2010 the master plan for a new housing district in the Lindholm area of Gothenburg’s old industrial port, in Sweden. The Lindholm area, dominated by former industrial buildings and shipyards, has been transformed into large-scale business districts and open plazas. The master plan proposal introduces a humane scale and a different architecture… [Read More]
Archives for June 2014
The new frontier in Generative Orthotics: 3D Printing & Windform materials
CRP Technology joined forces with MHOX Design almost a year ago to develop body extensions that integrate with the human body to improve its potential, sporting performance, or to resolve medical issues. CRP Group is a leading company in international research and development of innovative materials and technologies for use in 3D printing and high precision machining…. [Read More]
The Royal Picture Gallery Mauritshuis Extension by Hans Van Heeswijk Architects
After a construction period of two years, the new Royal Picture Gallery Mauritshuis in The Hague, opened its doors to the public. Hans van Heeswijk Architects doubled the surface area of the famous Netherlands museum through a complex and spectacular underground intervention. The dramatic, yet subtle intervention has solved the logistical problems facing the constantly busy,… [Read More]
W Table by Luciano Marson for Bross
Luciano Marson collaborated with Italian manufacturer Bross, to design a unique table that reflects the company’s traditions in woodworking, and high standards of craftsmanship. The W Table features three different wood essences that cross each other, and enter into a metal tube to form a knot. The table top compliments the design and comes in… [Read More]
Aureola Tea Set by Luca Nichetto & Lera Moiseeva
Venetian designer Luca Nichetto and Russian designer Lera Moiseeva, collaborated once again in the creation of the Aureola tea set. The tea set was designed for Toronto gallery/shop Mjölk, and will be part of the Totemica exhibition, along with the Sucabaruca coffee set. The idea of designing a tea set comes from personal research conducted by… [Read More]
Spiral House by Joeb Moore + Partners Architects
The Spiral House by Joeb Moore + Partners Architects, is situated along the Connecticut shoreline of Long Island Sound. Built in 2009, the house seeks to engage, enhance and reflect the surrounding coastal climate. The building is a direct and pragmatic response to the strict environmental (FEMA and floor elevations) and local zoning restrictions and… [Read More]
Story Cabinet by A2 / A2 designers AB
Swedish design company A2 introduced earlier this year, at the Milan Design Week 2014, the Story Cabinet. The minimalist design features textural doors that draws inspiration from the classic herringbone parquet. Designer Sara Larsson introduced subtle patterns that give the cabinet an interesting design. The door system presents a unique opening that follows the direction… [Read More]
Luca Nichetto Lera Moiseeva + Mjölk “TOTEMICA” Exhibition in Toronto
After first presenting us with the coffee set Sucabaruca for the first time at Mjölk gallery/shop in Toronto, Luca Nichetto and Lera Moiseeva are returning to present an exhibition that will unveil the birth of the product, as well as insights on the production. Titled “TOTEMICA”, the exhibition will take place at the Istituto di Cultura Italiano di… [Read More]
Woodspot by Alessandro Zambelli for Seletti
Alessandro Zambelli has designed “Woodspot” for Mantua-based furniture company Seletti, an item that will make its debut at the next edition of Maison et Objet, scheduled for 5-9 September 2014. Zambelli’s design draws inspiration from a series of paintings by Magritte, called The Empire of Light. “The Empire of Light” is all about light and… [Read More]
Bridge House by Joeb Moore + Partners Architects
Joeb Moore + Partners Architects designed a house in Kent, Connecticut that spans across the landscape. The Bridge House sits along a 300 feet ridge that parallels the Housatonic River and Kent Falls State Park. Our impression of the falls and the more recent “historic covered-wood bridges” of the area inspired the conceptual design of… [Read More]
