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Polysmiths refurbishes Walden basement flat to evoke woodland cabin

Architecture studio Polysmiths has redesigned a basement apartment in north London to feel like a “cabin in the woods”, surrounding its sunken living area with lush planting. Named Walden after the novel by naturalist Henry David Thoreau, the apartment in…

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Textural metal skin wraps University of Washington building by Miller Hull

US studio The Miller Hull Partnership has completed the Health Sciences Education Building in Seattle, which features corrugated metal cladding and a warm interior that departs from the “hospital-like environments found in most university medical buildings”. The academic building marks…

Interior Design

Top 20 Front Door Wreaths From Amazon

With so many options available, it can be difficult to choose the perfect wreath for your front door. Fortunately, Amazon has a wide selection of high-quality wreaths that are both beautiful and affordable. You won’t have to feel overwhelmed anymore…

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The Baroque Inspiration Behind Beauty and the Beast

An architectural historian breaks down the baroque influences behind the interiors in Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’. Read another article:Botany as an Artistic Practice: Anna Atkins’ BlueprintsWant even more AD? Subscribe to the magazine and get a free tote ►►…

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Take 5: A Designer Vessel, Experimental Art, Color Theory + More

Sewn into the day lit public volume of Shigeru Ban’s unassuming “Metal Shutter House” tower is L’SPACE gallery, the new headquarters for New York Textile Month (NYTM) and host to its recent event FIBRATION – a group exhibition presenting a…

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2023 Modern Gift Ideas From Senior Editor Gregory Han

Despite my longtime role here amongst my esteemed Design Milk colleagues as our site’s resident technology lover, my personal wants have increasingly leaned toward the utilitarian. In the past year my wife and I bought our first home, and we…

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Nissan Hyper Adventure Is Designed for Weekend Warriors

Prior to the 2023 Japan Mobility Show, Japanese auto brand Nissan dropped a peek of a sharply-sculpted Hyper Adventure 4×4 digital concept, a large-capacity battery on four wheels designed for “people passionate about outdoor adventures and an eco-friendly lifestyle” and…

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Architect Designs a Breathtaking Home Connected to Nature (House Tour)

When an architect designs a breathtaking home connected to nature, the results can be mesmerising. Six Square House by Young Projects is one such example, and this house tour, which takes viewers inside and documents how an architect designs a…

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Sectional vs Sofa Showdown: Choosing the Perfect Seating for Your Home – Decorilla Online Interior Design

Modern living room design by Decorilla Torn between a sectional and a sofa? Make your living room pop with a stunning seat that suits you best. Dive into our savvy guide on a sectional vs. sofa, packed with pro tips…

Architecture

Leibal — Casa na Rua Sara Beirão

Casa na Rua Sara Beirão is a minimal residence located in Oeiras, Portugal, designed by SIA arquitectura. Their initial step was marked by a decisive incision, establishing a foundation in this unexplored setting, and allowing for the natural surroundings –…

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Gadgets, Gizmos Aplenty and a Bridge in Between | Bigwood Residence

A whole glass wall rises to open this spacious retreat to the landscape of the American West – one of several inventive features incorporated by the American company Olson Kundig. Read another article:Design Trends for Creating a Vacation Vibe at…

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At Last! An Affordable PREFAB HOME that has THE LOOK!!

I’ve been looking at all the prefab home options available for years now and one thing people are always looking for is something that’s affordable and looks cool. For this video I went to visit Ilumhouse to see their line…

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47 Creative Gifts for Architects and Architecture Lovers

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more info. Looking for the perfect gift for the architect in your life? Or maybe you…

Architecture

Stanaćev Granados divides levels of beach house with cargo net floor

Chilean architecture studio Stanaćev Granados has created a seaside house with a concrete and wood-clad exterior and a cargo net in the floor in Chorrillos, Chile. Known as the Primeriza House, the 2,750-square foot (256-square metre) residence was completed in…

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Monos Luggage Reminds You Can’t Spell Functionality Without Fun

Mono no aware is a feeling universally experienced, yet difficult to describe – a Japanese concept encapsulating the poignant feelings that arise around the ephemeral nature of a certain moment. It’s a concept perfectly applicable to the nature of travel…

Interior Design

Ranch Style Houses: Classic Charm and Modern Living

Ranch style houses, also referred to as American ranch or California ranch, have a rich history dating back to the 1920s, but they truly came into their own in the 1950s and 60s. Influenced by the architectural styles of the…

Architecture

Leibal — House Rio

House Rio is a minimal residence located in Stockholm, Sweden, designed by Krupinski/Krupinska Arkitekter. This once simple structure had seen numerous additions throughout the 70s, 80s, and 90s, resulting in a disjointed architectural narrative. The new homeowners, a young couple,…

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Before & After: Transitional Design Style Living Room and Kitchen – Decorilla Online Interior Design

Transitional design style living room and kitchen by Decorilla How do you create an open-plan interior that feels inviting and harmonious? New homeowners were grappling to find the solution so they turned to Decorilla. Now their space has been masterfully…