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Leibal — Oostenburg

Space Encounters, OZ, Workshop Architects, and BETA joined forces to create Oostenburg, a high-density housing complex in the center of Amsterdam. This innovative concept recreates the old industrial setting that previously characterized this area of the city. Embracing the historical…
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Cantilevered Boxes Are Juxtaposed With Gabled Forms On This Modern Home

This modern home designed by LaRue Architects and recently remodeled by Kelle Contine Interior Design, has an H-shape that’s composed of cantilevered boxes and gabled forms. The residence, located in Austin, Texas, is made with vernacular charcoal gray Lueders limestone,…
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Green Roofs With Native Plants Enhance This Home Built Into A Rocky Hillside

Photography by Ana Santl Athens-based architecture studio Block722, has shared photos of a modern home they have completed that’s perched on the rocky slopes above the Mediterranean Sea on the Cycladic Island of Syros. Photography by George Pappas The client’s…
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The Guggenheim Hosts the Unveiling of the 20th BMW Art Car

The stage: the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City. The canvas: the BMW M Hybrid V8. The artist: New York-based artist Julie Mehretu, a MacArthur Award and the US Department of State Medal of Arts Award recipient with…
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A Modern L-Shaped Home Surrounded By A Pine Tree Forest

Design build firm MAFCOhouse, has shared photos of a contemporary home they completed in Haliburton, Ontario, for a family that wanted a place in cottage country with a cozy vibe. Working with the family, MAFCOhouse searched hard and found a…
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The Design Of This Shingle-Clad Hotel Lobby Was Inspired By A Coconut

Architecture firm Onion, has shared photos of a hotel lobby they completed for Holiday Inn Samui in Thailand, whose design is inspired by the coconut shell after its meat has been grated to make Thai dessert. The curved building exterior…
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Embracing the Barbie Aesthetic: The Power of Pink in Interior Design

Colour is vital in defining the mood of a space in the field of interior design. Pink stands out among the many colours because of its capacity to elicit a wide range of feelings and moods. In this post, we’ll…
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The Halcyon Modern Houseboat: A Floating Oasis on Lake Eildon

Residing on the pristine waters of Lake Eildon, about a two-hour drive outside of Melbourne in Australia, this architectural marvel challenges tradition with its seamless blend of form and function. Designed by Jolson, the Halcyon is not just a modern…
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A Modern Landscape Was Designed For This Californian Backyard

SUBU Design Architecture has shared photos of a landscape design they completed for a home in California. The client asked the designers to create a kitchen garden and an outdoor gathering space for her large family to celebrate birthdays and…
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RO54: A Futuristic, Automotive-Inspired Home in Bel Air

Los Angeles’ prestigious Bel Air neighborhood has always been synonymous with luxury and opulence. Among the sprawling mansions, there’s one architectural gem that stands out, not just for its striking design but also for its commitment to sustainability. RO54, by…
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Leibal — Latimer Road

Latimer Road is a minimalist residence located in London, United Kingdom, designed by Poroban. The exterior is meticulously designed with Douglas fir, offering a unique blend of architectural charm and nature-centric aesthetics. This enhancement not only facilitates a more interactive…
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Before & After – A Remodeled 1950s Ranch Home

Photography by Studio Robert Jamieson (before photos), August Haeuser (exterior), Sam Orberter (kitchen) Studio Robert Jamieson has shared photos of a 1950s ranch home remodel they completed in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. When the owners purchased this home outside of Philadelphia, it…
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Lighting Highlights The Alternating Curvilinear Balconies Of This New Apartment Building

Omniview Design has completed the Golf Apartments, a high-end residential development adjacent to a famous golf course in Glyfada, Greece. Key to the design of the building are the curvilinear balconies that alternate directions creating a lively facade. Read another…
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Leibal — Devon Road

Devon Road is a minimalist house located in Amagansett, New York, with architecture designed by Starling Architecture and interiors by Emily Lindberg Design. The exterior’s design employs gendai shou shugi ban, a charred wood cladding technique, delivering an austere aesthetic…
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F5: Steve Hoedemaker Shares His Most Treasured Possessions

Steve Hoedemaker, partner, AIA at Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, is a third-generation Seattle native whose life always brings him back to the region and his family farm located in the San Juan Islands. “Together with my brother and sister, I share a…
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Leibal — House with a Garden

House with a Garden is a minimalist residence located in Sifnos, Greece, designed by OFFICE MUTO. The courtyard lies at the heart of this design – a barebones yet integral space that stands undeterred by time or change, preserving the…
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10 Scandinavian Summer Cottages with a Little Extra Alfresco

The Scandinavian summer is all about making the most of the great outdoors, especially after the long, dark winter! Summer cottages are therefore designed to capitalise on the outdoor space. Alfresco living room areas, kitchens and bathrooms are a popular…
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Lindal Designs a Better A-Frame for Today’s Modern Lifestyles

A-frame homes have been around for longer than you may know – Lindal Cedar Homes entered the market in 1945. Beginning in the 1950s and running through the 1970s, the structures were in high demand as vacation homes boomed. Easy-to-build…