Shelter is a lounge chair for contemplation and communication by creating a small oasis for active surroundings. Designed by busk+hertzog for +Halle, the lounge chair features a high back that hugs the user and offers an isolated environment. The design of the chair makes it perfect for private communication in an open plan workplace or… [Read More]
Archives for July 2015
Villa R by C.F. Møller Architects
C.F. Møller Architects have designed a house that is child-friendly in a forest edge in Aarhus, Denmark. The house is positioned as close to the trees as possible, creating an unbelievable backdrop that can be admired year-round through floor-to-ceiling windows. The 300 m² house was divided into two floors, featuring a partially underground parterre floor dedicated… [Read More]
MOOOI launches Luxury Hotel Cosmetics range
Moooi has launched a new line of sumptuous beauty products for luxury hotels. The line includes shampoo, conditioner, body wash, body lotion, hand wash, hand lotion, vanity box and soap. The design of the packaging takes inspiration from the brand’s own name. In Dutch the word ‘mooi’ means beautiful. The bottles have been designed to… [Read More]
Sustainability of the highest standard in STGM Architects’ new head office
Sustainability is already at the heart of Canadian architecture firm STGM with an impressive portfolio to back that up. Their new head office in Quebec City showcases an array of impressive creative solutions that aim to reach LEED-NC Platinum level. The architects designed the 1,000 m² building with the users in mind, creating a comfortable work environment… [Read More]
VIDEO: GRID – monumental kinetic light installation
A breathtaking kinetic light installation designed for the Fête des Lumières 2013 at the Rhône-Alpes Hotel de Region. The play of light and music is simply mesmerizing. [vimeo 81407881 w=700&h=394] Lighting Design – Christopher BAUDER / WHITE VOID Electronic music – Robert HENKE Bandmaster – Franck-Emmanuel COMTE Choirs – CONCERT DE L’HOSTEL DIEU Production – Matthieu DEBAY –… [Read More]
Core Wall Covering by DSIGNIO for Harmony-Peronda
DSIGNIO has designed another versatile and dynamic wall covering system for Harmony-Peronda. Titled CORE, the system features 3-dimensional pieces that completely transform the space by adding a sense of play and elegance. Each tile features three different sizes squares, stacked together. To enjoy its true beauty you have to see the bigger picture. The wall covering… [Read More]
DuPont launches new wireless charging surfaces
Imagine being able to charge your phone or tablet by simply keeping it on the table. No more cables and clutter, and no worries about forgetting to charge your device. DuPont Building Innovations has done just that by launching Corian® Charging Surface, a new technology that easily charges mobile devices without the need for wires and… [Read More]
VIDEO: Briefly by Bassett & Partners
Tom Bassett, CEO of Bassett & Partners (and founder of MindSwarms), opens the discussion on understanding how some of the world’s most exceptional creative talents thought about – and used – the brief. This inspiring video features interviews with Frank Gehry (Founder Gehry Partner), Yves Béhar (CEO fuseproject), Maira Kalman (Illustrator), John C Jay (President at GX,… [Read More]
Maison Terrebonne by la SHED architecture
Montreal-based firm la SHED architecture has transformed a typical 90’s bungalow into a contemporary residence. Located on a vast wooded site, the ‘Maison Terrebonne’ was built on the same foundation as the original house and kept one of its main characteristics: split levels. Despite the small 1500 square foot living space, this one-person residence offers… [Read More]
Sunset Parklet receives Special Recognition in Urban Design Award
The Sunset Parklet by INTERSTICE Architects was recently awarded Special Recognition in Urban Design from San Francisco’s AIA Design Awards Program. Designed as a pro-bono project for the Other Avenues Whole Food Co-op Market and the popular Sea Breeze Café in San Francisco’s Outer Sunset district, Sunset Parklet is a new public amenity that stretches 50 feet on the… [Read More]
