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A Bridge to Serenity | Bush Block House

Floating above native bushland in Tītīrangi, Auckland, the Bush Block House by Patchwork Architecture is a masterclass in lightweight design and site-sensitive construction. Elevated on slender steel poles to avoid excavation and flooding, this compact 121-square-meter home features a smart…
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Shanghai’s Dynamic Grand Opera House Resembles an Unfolding Fan

Photo: David Sommer Peppered throughout Snøhetta’s prestigious portfolio are several performing arts centers, found all over the world. Throughout the past 20 years, the Oslo-based architecture and design firm has conceived of such renowned projects as the Norwegian National Opera…
Architecture

How to Shop Flea Markets Like a Pro

Interior designer Ross Cassidy is here to teach you how to shop flea and antiques markets like a pro! Feeling inspired? Subscribe to AD and get a free tote with your subscription! → https://bit.ly/4jBCUMl Still haven’t subscribed to Architectural Digest…
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Kelly Wearstler’s Pacific Collection Contextualizes the Art of Surfboard Design

While based in sport, surfing is an exhilarating dance with the ocean’s rhythm where every beach reflects the water’s energy and every coastline its local community. Surfboards become conduits for communion with the earth as much as connections with fellow…
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Mastering Bed Placement: 8 Pro Tips for Perfect Bedroom Flow

Ever wondered why your bedroom just doesn’t feel quite right? Sometimes, the issue simply comes down to bed placement. Choosing the best spot can completely change the way your space functions and looks. Why Bed Placement Matters Transitional bedroom with…
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herzog & de meuron to redesign 1960s california campus for eames institute museum

modernist warehouse to become eames museum The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity announces plans to convert the former Birkenstock campus in Novato, California, into an art and design museum open to the public. Located just north of San Francisco, the…
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Inside the 800 Square Foot PREFAB HOME Built with a Steel Frame

Get 20% off my Go To Shirts from CUTS when you use code KERRY: https://shop.cutsclothing.com/KERRY Orca LGS is getting ready to deliver the nightingale, a 2 bedroom 1 bathroom prefab home with a total foot print of 800 square feet.…
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This Cobble Hill Townhouse Finds New Life Awash in Sunlight

Sunrooms, solariums, and conservatories – the history of these light-soaked spaces dates back thousands of years originating as ancient temporal structures that allowed early civilizations to commune with the stars. Whether in practical application or through aesthetic appeal, contemporary iterations…
Design | Interior Design

Farolito Is a 3D-Printed Lamp Inspired by a Paper Lantern

Warm light is immediately calming to the system, a flickering facsimile of our ancestors gathering around fire. The Farolito Light from Wooj captures this indelible warmth within delicate paper-like form, taking inspiration from the paper lanterns or farolitos of New…
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Simple, Silent, and Perfect | Casa Calma

Nestled between a pine forest and the beach, Casa Calma lives up to its name — a serene retreat that blends architecture with nature. Designed by Araja Studio, this minimalist home is defined by four main elements: two horizontal slabs…
Architecture

Inside a Hidden LA Greenhouse Full of the World’s Rarest Plants | Architectural Digest

Today on Architectural Digest, we’re joined by AD100 landscape designer Carlos Campos Morera to tour the Geoponika greenhouse. Tucked away in a former truck loading bay within a Los Angeles industrial estate, this extraordinary urban greenhouse is home to some…
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Take 5: A Grand Armchair, Quiet Town, Fire Island + More

Why paint the peacock? I love seeing classic pieces, from fashion to home furnishings, pulled from the archives and revived in a way that remains true to the original vision. The Pavone Armchair marks a reintroduction of now-iconic seating by…
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Amazon Is Selling Luxurious Tiny Homes That Look Like Designer Cabins

Prefabricated Mobile Luxury Container Expandable House | $9,268 Tiny houses may be making a comeback. Amazon is currently selling tiny home kits perfect for those interested in sustainability or simply concerned about the current cost of living. The kits include…
Architecture

Leibal — Sobremesa House

Sobremesa House is a minimal home located in London, United Kingdom, designed by Studio McW. The curved marble backsplash catches the morning light, its Violetta stone surface rippling with veins that seem to move like water frozen mid-flow. This single…
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Before & After: Eclectic Reading Room and Home Office Design

Looking to create an eclectic reading room that can also double as a workspace? A recent design project brought this vision to life by blending unique styles and functional elements to create a space that’s both inspiring and practical. The…
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These 8 Prefab Homes Blends Nature, Style & Affordability (Eco-Friendly Homes)

Looking for a home that’s modern, affordable, and built with nature in mind? You’re going to love this.In today’s video, we’re exploring 10 biophilic prefab homes that blend natural wood aesthetics with eco-friendly features — and they won’t break the…
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Notre-Dame Is Getting a Digital Twin That Is Accurate Down to the Inch

Photo: Ali Sabbagh via Wikimedia Commons, CC0 1.0 On December 7, 2024, Notre-Dame finally reopened its doors, nearly six years after a devastating fire tore through the iconic gothic cathedral. During that time, more than 2,000 craftspeople, including architects, carpenters,…
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Inside a 435 Square Foot Prefab Home with an Ocean View! #hometour

Touring a 435 square foot prefab home with an ocean view! This is the Jay, a 1 bedroom 1 bathroom steel frame prefab home with a modern look. For more information on the Jay check out the full video here:…