Belgian manufacturer PER/USE, in collaboration with Note, has created a set of lamps inspired by the Dutch artist M. C. Escher. The reference to Escher is present in the name of the lamps, MCE, as well as the wooden frame that was inspired by the geometrical patterns of the Dutch artist. The lamps were originally… [Read More]
Archives for October 2014
ANZ Sydney Office by HASSELL
HASSEL has been working with ANZ Bank for over a decade on a several workplace projects in Australia, New Zealand and Asia. Their latest collaboration involves the new head office for the Australian state of New South Wales at ANZ Tower, in Sydney. The Sydney location is an evolution of previous ANZ workplaces designed by… [Read More]
Dulwich Residence by _naturehumaine
_naturehumaine has recently completed a contemporary extension to a 1920s house located on a large lot on Montreal’s south shore, in Canada. The new addition was designed to harmonize with the existing house, as well as highlight and expose the structural brick. The two constructions were linked together by a glazed volume that houses the… [Read More]
CRAB Studio designs new buildings for Vienna University of Economics & Business
CRAB studio has recently completed the Departments of Law and Central Administration, at the Vienna University of Economics and Business, as part of the new campus masterplanned by BUSarchitektur ZT Gmbh. Using their experience as university teachers, Cook and Robotham gave the university vibrant colours, and ensured that internal and external spaces are seen as an… [Read More]
Cultura Bookstore by studio mk27
studio mk27 has designed a bookstore that encourages customers to stay and hang-out. Located in São Paulo, Brazil, the ‘Livraria Cultura’, translated as Cultura Bookstore was envisioned as a social meeting place that goes beyond the typical retail space premise. The project has recently won the Retail category of the 2014 INSIDE Festival Awards. More than just… [Read More]
Levels table by PER/USE
Levels is a set of three overlapping low coffee tables, made in solid oak with glass inlays, designed by Lucie Koldova and Dan Yeffet for PER/USE. An elegant and playful design that can easily be integrated in a large variety of interiors. The tables come in different colours and three different heights, allowing users to… [Read More]
Library and Learning Centre by Zaha Hadid Architects
The new Library and Learning Centre by Zaha Hadid Architects represents one of seven buildings part of Vienna University of Economics and Business‘ new campus. The angular building features a large black volume that cantilevers over a public plaza, marking the entrance of the building. The dramatic gesture enhances the building’s functional plan. The contrast… [Read More]
Research & Display Space for the International Design Centre
The IDC Space is a new showcase space redesigned for the International Design Centre, part of the Dover Campus of the Singapore University of Technology and Design. The purpose of the new space is to prove a unique environment for showcasing some of the most exciting on-going IDC design research work. The project was awarded… [Read More]
The first portable & flexible lighting device
STUDIO BANANA THiNGS, the creators of the Ostrich Pillow, have launched earlier this year a Kickstarter campaign to promote their latest innovation: the first portable and flexible lighting device. Designers kawamura-ganjavian designed the Kangaroo Light, in collaboration with the INNOVATION QUARTERS at BANGOR University in UK. The flexible hexagonal light was designed to fit at… [Read More]
Montee Karp Residence by Patrick Tighe Architecture
Patrick Tighe Architecture has remodelled an existing post and beam home into a sustainable residence overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The Montee Karp Residence is located on a severe hillside site in Malibu, with stunning views of the Santa Monica Bay. The 2200 square feet home was recently shortlisted for the 2014 INSIDE Festival. A ten… [Read More]
