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RootStudio transforms former convent into Centro Gastronómico de Oaxaca

Architecture firm RootStudio has converted a historic convent building into a centre for celebrating the rich culinary legacy of Mexico’s Oaxaca region. The Centro Gastronómico de Oaxaca occupies the former convent of Carmen el Alto in the city of Oaxaca…
Interior Design

Where To Put A TV In The Bedroom [3 Great Options!]

When it comes to designing and decorating a bedroom, one of the most common questions is where to put the TV. There are several factors to consider when deciding on the best location for your TV, including the size of…
Property Blog

Stone and Wood House Discreetly and Respectfully Blends into the Untouched Environment

Located in an isolated bay on the coast of Northland, the house faced the challenge of fitting in discreetly and respectfully with the untouched environment. The area is surrounded by dense hills covered in native bush and ancient Pohutukawas by…
Architecture

RooMoo integrates local materials and traditions into Som Land Hostel near Shanghai

Thatched roofs, recycled bricks and bundles of sticks were used to construct this hostel on Shanghai’s Chongming Island, which Chinese studio RooMoo has organised around two existing buildings. The site is surrounded by water and forests, creating a secluded rural…
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Belvedere with a Tower Overlooking the Swan Lake in Rongcheng, China

Swan Lake Park is renowned for its vast wetland areas and for serving as a temporary home to thousands of swans migrating from Siberia during the winter. This natural spectacle attracts numerous tourists each year, prompting the local government to…
Architecture | Property Blog

Zaha Hadid Architects Unveil Art Deco-Inspired Hotel in Macau

Jessica Stewart is a Contributing Writer and Digital Media Specialist for My Modern Met, as well as a curator and art historian. Since 2020, she is also one of the co-hosts of the My Modern Met Top Artist Podcast. She…
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Zaha Hadid Architects Unveil Art Deco-Inspired Hotel in Macau

Jessica Stewart is a Contributing Writer and Digital Media Specialist for My Modern Met, as well as a curator and art historian. Since 2020, she is also one of the co-hosts of the My Modern Met Top Artist Podcast. She…
Property Blog

Hanging on the Cliff: Not for the Faint-hearted

Situated on the picturesque Jiming Island in China, renowned for its stunning cliffs, rocky landscapes, and endless sea vistas, the Cliff Coffee and Tower House, designed by Trace Architecture Office (TAO), redefine coastal architecture, offering visitors a unique experience that…
Architecture

George Fisher creates modular social space for homeless hostel in London

Architectural designer George Fisher has created an outdoor social space for Project Malachi, a homeless hostel in London, using the modular U-Build system developed by Studio Bark. The project was initiated by Fisher after observing that the 42-unit hostel in…
Architecture

S-AR creates deconstructed house for glamping in the Mexican forest

Mexican studio S-AR has completed a complex spread over a series of buildings oriented around a central platform as a glamping retreat in Nuevo León, Mexico. The studio – formerly known as Stacion ARquitectura – designed the forest destination for…
Architecture

Carmelo Anthony knows how to celebrate himself in style

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Modernity Finds Shelter Within Tadao Ando’s The Shinmonzen

Kyoto is not lacking for serene inns within the city’s historical neighborhoods, in sum emphasizing the city’s eminence as a crafts, arts, and design capital. Walking around Kyoto’s historic Shinmonzen Street in the Gion arts district, it’s easy to believe…
Design | Property-design | Technology

Bruvi’s Plastic Biodegrades Faster than Standard Coffee Pods

When it comes to goods and services, it’s commonly assumed you can expect cheap, fast, or good – perhaps two is a reasonable expectation, but expecting all three can be a fool’s notion. Yet, the Bruvi brewer is designed to…
Architecture

Leibal — Residenza Carèsg

Residenza Carèsg is a minimalist house located in Verscio, Switzerland, designed by Atelier Rampazzi. Shaped rectangularly, its compact form is strategically oriented for optimal sunlight exposure and harmoniously aligns with the neighboring vineyards. In an area marked by diverse architectural…
Interior Design | Property-design

20 Green Living Rooms to Inspire Adventurous Design

When it comes time to choose a paint color for your living room walls, why not think adventurous and go for a shade of green? With the popularity of palm and banana leaf art and plants as decor, it is…
Design | Property-design

Bold and Bulbous: The Pod Collection Flaunts Its Curves

Inspired by bulging pods found in nature, Shanghai-based design studio One Week designed a seating collection that mimics this naturally rounded shape. The Pod Collection consists of a single armless seat, a single seat with armrests, and a two-seater sofa…
Design | Property-design

Alexis Hope Talks About Sexual Health, Bacteria in Design + More

Dr. Alexis Hope thrives when free to create playful experiences that help people find joy, self-compassion, and connection with others. Her practice centers on designing spaces for artistic freedom, exploration, and community support. As an experimental designer who works across…
Property-design

Modsy Review: Design Perks & Things to Consider – Decorilla Online Interior Design

Editor’s Note: As of July 2022, Modsy has ceased its online interior design services. If you’re looking for online interior design assistance, explore reliable options like Decorilla Virtual Interior Design. Decorating your dream space becomes a breeze with just a…