Designed by Antonio Nardozzi & MarÃa Dolores del Sol Ontalba of TOMA! for the tenth edition of the Festival des Architectures Vives at La Grande-Motte, the PortHole pavilion is an experimental architecture. The pavilion creates an interesting play of optical illusions celebrating the pure geometry of the circle. The experimental factor of this pavilion is the way… [Read More]
Dokk1 – Scandinavia’s largest library opens in Aarhus, Denmark
Dokk1, the largest public library in the Nordic countries by schmidt hammer lassen architects opened its doors to the public on June 20. Located in Aarhus, Denmark the new building represents a new generation of modern, hybrid libraries. The 30,000 square metre building is part of the Urban Mediaspace project, which is transforming the harbour… [Read More]
Poly XO and Poly XOXO chair Design by Karim Rashid for Bonaldo
Italian manufacturer Bonaldo has recently launched a new version of its famous Poly chair, designed by Karim Rashid in 2007. Poly, originally named after ‘polycarbonate’, the material used to make the chair, is now available in two new versions: Poly XO and Poly XOXO. Poly XO is entirely upholstered with fabric, leather and eco-leather covers,… [Read More]
Honey Cabinet by Sara Larsson for A2 / A2 designers AB
Designer Sara Larsson has created a cabinet for Swedish manufacturer A2 / A2 designers AB inspired by honeycombs. Named after its inspiration, “Honey”, the cabinet features a subtle honeycomb pattern. The inspiration is carried through in the interesting opening. The cabinet comes in different available options for frame and top, adding elegance and personality. Facts:… [Read More]
DSIGNIO designs ceramic wall covering for Harmony-Peronda
KIN is a ceramic wall covering designed by DSIGNIO for Harmony-Peronda that takes its inspiration from the mathematical patterns in nature. No form is accidental, no details are left to chance. Thousands of small molecules build stunning pieces of engineering: a great architecture that is perpetuated over time. That is how KIN is born, from… [Read More]
Casanova sideboard by WEWOOD
Portuguese brand WEWOOD has launched Casanova, a unique sideboard that combines craftsmanship and elegance. The piece is made of 100% solid wood which can wrk as a TV cabinet or simply a sideboard. Casanova includes five storage spaces: two cupboards with sliding doors, two drawers and an open area with two adjustable shelves. The structure… [Read More]
Quebec house by _naturehumaine seems to float amongst trees
The recently completed residence by _naturehumaine seems to raise from the mountain. Located on a beautiful plot of wooded land in Quebec’s Eastern Townships, the country house was designed to be in perfect symbiosis with its natural environment. The sloped site comes to a natural plateau just below its highest point, created the perfect canvas… [Read More]
WEWOOD Takes Inspiration from Geometric Patterns
Portuguese brand WEWOOD takes inspiration from geometric patterns with their new Scarpa sideboards. The collection includes two new products with an emphasis on craftsmanship and traditional joinery technique. Both Scarpa and Scarpa W feature a beautiful intricate pattern that brings back the appreciation for woodworking. The rectangular sideboards are made from 100% solid oak. Each… [Read More]
Alessandro Zambelli introduces new collection of lamps for Seletti
Moresque, the new collection of pendant and table lamps by Alessandro Zambelli for Seletti, captures the Moorish charm of the Alhambra. The new collection features clear lines and compact volumes in bold colours and charming filigree patterns. The slender ribs of architectural Arabesque alternate with bolder bands of colour in a vigorous succession of polychrome,… [Read More]
Aperture Pendant by Cut-Fold
Earlier this year at the Interior Design Show in Toronto, we were introduced to a new concept of collapsable furniture by Cut-Fold. The company has been exploring methods for creating organic forms that are both simple and easy to create. All their pieces are inspired by the depth of creativity involved in Papercraft: folding simple… [Read More]
