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Sam Crawford Architects designs red-roofed community pavilion in Sydney

An angular roof wrapped in translucent red-mesh panels crowns this Y-shaped pavilion in Sydney, designed by local studio Sam Crawford Architects. Located on the disused lawn of a bowls club in Hurlstone Memorial Reserve, the timber-clad structure is designed as a…
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13 Fantastic Prefab Shipping Container Homes For Sale: Alternative Housing

Welcome to our exploration of alternative housing! 🏡✨ Today, we’re diving deep into the world of prefab shipping container homes, showcasing 13 eco-friendly and innovative options that are available for sale right now. From compact units perfect for singles or…
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Sofía Vergara Gets It

No cooking but a magnificent stove, at least 8 hours of sleep, and a stocked-up bar–Sofía Vergara gets it. Want even more AD? Subscribe to the magazine and get a free tote ►► https://bit.ly/3Oh8McU Still haven’t subscribed to Architectural Digest…
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Randle Allows Parents to Get a Handle on Indoor Playtime

Created in collaboration with grOH! Playrooms, wall storage solutions brand Shelfology’s Randle Wall Climbing Handle is the sort of playroom design feature that could make anyone wish they were 5 years old all over again. The indoor climbing accessory is…
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former textile workshop transforms into modern machiya residence in kyoto

design it architects revives Machiya House near Kinkakuji Temple Machiya House, situated east of Kinkakuji Temple and renovated by design it architects, draws from traditional Kyoto architecture while seamlessly blending work and living spaces. Originally constructed 95 years ago, this…
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Note Design Studio Presents Dynamic Wekino With Collection

Wekino’s visual stylings give viewers a hit of dopamine delivered by eight new products from seven dynamic names in contemporary Korean craft carefully composed by Stockholm-based Note Design Studio in a collection called Wekino With. The South Korean brand brought…
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The Hito Table Recalls the Nostalgia of Stacked Playing Cards

In furniture design, inspiration can come from unexpected sources – in this case, it’s the childhood nostalgia of stacked playing cards. The precarious game of creating stable architecture by equalizing balance and tension can be found in Hito, a coffee…
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Open-Concept Bathroom Ideas That Redefine Relaxation Spaces – Decorilla Online Interior Design

Have you ever thought of your bathroom as more than just a place to get ready? Imagine a space so open and airy that it feels like part of your living area. That’s the magic of an open-concept bathroom, where…
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Inside a Magical Holiday Home Like No Other (House Tour)

Unlike many coastal homes, East Hampton Modern by Workshop/APD is not defined by its proximity to the beach or sweeping ocean views. Rather, this Hamptons home finds its grounding in an agricultural setting, where abundant wildflowers and swathes of farmland…
Architecture

Lahznimmo Architects aims for “beautiful utility” with museum storage in Sydney

Australian studio Lahznimmo Architects has completed Powerhouse Castle Hill in northwest Sydney, a shed-like storage facility wrapped in corrugated aluminium and concrete. Owned by the Powerhouse Museum group, the 9000-square-metre facility is intended as a public-facing storehouse containing a mix…
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Leibal — Casa ID

Casa ID is a minimal home located in Guastalla, Italy, designed by Archiplanstudio. The refurbishment of an old barn is at the heart of this project. On the ground floor, the spacious void takes on significance through the carefully selected…
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Combining Raw Concrete with Wood Around a Central Void | Q-House

The Q-House, located in Hue city, Vietnam, is a residence designed to accommodate two generations of a typical Vietnamese family within its 277m². With a primary reinforced concrete structure to withstand the extreme weather conditions of the region, the interior…
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Built to Last! This Cottage Style PREFAB HOME was Designed for Harsh Environments

These prefab cabins were built for harsh environments. Last month I stopped by Tieton Washington to check out a new line of prefab cottages that caught my attention with their rugged exterior. While I was there the co founder opened…
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Landet Offers a New Paradigm for Hospitality Near Stockholm

The patinated, earthen hues of Simon Ungers’ expansive T-House. The plinth from Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s Farnsworth House. And generous glazing like that in Philip Johnson’s Glass House. Elements from these iconic homes are echoed in Landet, a series…
Architecture

Eight barn and farmhouse conversions in the Northeastern United States

A warped metal extension, a bright-yellow entrance and a barn converted into a play house feature in this roundup of barn and farm conversions in the Northeast of the United States. Ranging from Maine to Pennsylvania, the Northeast region of…
Design | Interior Design

Take 5: Space Planters, Dog Leashes Made for Strangers, + More

It’s my favorite time of the year – garden season! With the passing of daylight saving time comes brighter days and longer growing seasons. I’m always looking for more planters and while I have a strictly terracotta theme going on…
Interior Design

12 Stunning Kitchens with Black Countertops

In the world of interior design, the kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home, a place where family and friends gather to share meals and memories. Among the myriad of design choices available, kitchens with black…
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Build Your Modern Dream Home With Lindal’s Quick Ship Program

Lindal Cedar Homes is beloved by architects and lovers of architecture alike – we’re big-time fans of the Alpha A-frame! It turns out that so many of us appreciate the brand’s thoughtful kit designs and easy installation that they’ve introduced…