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Leo Marmol Talks a Desert Getaway, Saltwater Fly Fishing + More

When architect and painter Leo Marmol was a student, he was an awkward and shy boy. His sixth-grade teacher, Mr. Laurie, had him give presentations to the class until he was more comfortable. His instructor not only helped young Leo…

A Small Minsk Apartment Balances Bold Colors and Aesthetics

Situated in the heart of Minsk, Belarus, Apartment Ann proves how compact living spaces can be transformed into a stylish and highly functional homes. Designed by Natasha Kukresh, an interior architect based in Brittany, France, this 533-square-foot studio apartment masterfully…

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F5: Elizabeth Graziolo Talks Door Knockers, Sunsets + More

A career path to architecture unfolded for Elizabeth Graziolo when she was accepted into the architecture program at Cooper Union in New York City. At the time, she wasn’t sure what she wanted to do, yet within a few months…

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F5: Karim El-Ishmawi on Boston City Hall, Art Installations + More

When Karim El-Ishmawi was a child he often visited a home located in a small town in Bavaria, Germany. The memorable residence, integrated into the mountainside, was designed by Hans Ziegler. Spacious and multilayered on the inside, the structure is…

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F5: Amanda Gunawan Talks Running, Artist Chidy Wayne + More

Born in Indonesia and raised in Singapore, Amanda Gunawan knew that she wanted to be an architect by the time she was 10 years old, and she carefully mapped out her journey from then on. Travel was a key element…

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Get in the Know: Does Sound Define Space?

Can sound define space? If brooks can babble and the wind can whistle, who’s to say walls can’t talk? Curious co-hosts Faraz Shah and Ella Hazard pose this question in the fifth episode of their podcast Sense of Space where…

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Inside ‘SNL’ Star Heidi Gardner’s Midcentury Kansas City Home | Open Door | Architectural Digest

Today, AD is welcomed by SNL star Heidi Gardner to tour her midcentury home in Kansas City. When she’s not making us laugh on ‘Saturday Night Live’, Gardner leaves NYC behind, heading back to the Midwest for a slower pace…

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F5: Richard Parr on His Favorite Bag, Inspiring Art + More

It was clear that Richard Parr was destined to be an architect, putting his visions to paper early on. In elementary school, the left side of his English lesson book was filled with his stories – and a low mark…

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Aline Asmar d’Amman Talks Beloved Bookshop, Antiques + More

Born In Lebanon, Aline Asmar d’Amman was surrounded by the restoration and reconstruction in her homeland. The dialogue between heritage and modernity struck a chord with this creative, who had already decided to become an architect when she was a…

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F5: George Smart on His Favorite Modernist Architecture

Durham, North Carolina-based George Smart spent three decades as a management consultant for Fortune 500 companies like Boeing, Microsoft, and Cisco. While he was well-compensated, it was less than fulfilling work for someone who wanted to make a difference. “There…

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Matthias Hollwich on His Favorite Mountain Bike, Nature + More

Matthias Hollwich’s time at university was seminal, marked by his natural curiosity. He often wondered what it would be like to contribute to the creation of things that people actually use. Yet it was a summer program that changed his…

Interior Design | Property Blog

Living Room Design Trends 2025

The living room is arguably the heart of the home, it’s a multi-purpose space used by everyone, in a multitude of ways. To help you stay ahead of the curve, we’ve crafted our guide to luxury living room design trends…

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Cedric Burgers Talks the Best of Canada, His Go-To Chair + More

Architect AIBC, MRAIC, LEED AP, and Accredited Passivhaus Designer Cedric Burgers had some help being set up for success, thanks to parents who fostered a creative culture and hard work. “In retrospect, it had a monumental influence on the young…

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The Vulcan House Is Exemplary of Anticipatory Architecture

Like apparel, contemporary architecture and interiors have a tendency to be as fickle as fashion with trends exiting the zeitgeist as quickly as they entered. And while no physical structure can suspend the implications of time, it can exude an…

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7 Luxury Sofa Trends for 2024 That Aren’t Going Anywhere

The sofa stands as the centrepiece of any living space. It’s a focal point that speaks volumes about sophistication, comfort, and style. And as we approach the mid point of 2024, the landscape of luxury interior design has surely revealed…

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Clever Ep. 211: The Soulful Renovations of House of Rolison

Tune in to the latest episode of the Clever podcast as host Amy Devers sits down with the co-founders of House of Rolison, Amanda Leigh and Taylor Hahn, to talk about how they inject soul into every renovation project they…

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Dior’s Geneva New Boutique: Architectural Brilliance by Portzamparc

Maison Dior has once again proven its commitment to luxury and innovation with the opening of its latest boutique on Rue du Rhône in Geneva, Switzerland. This spectacular flagship store is not only a celebration of haute couture, but also a testament…

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F5: Larry Booth Shares the Places That Captivate Him + More

At the heart of Larry Booth’s 50+ year architectural career is the belief that spirited, meaningful, and useful buildings can be realized through an organized and open creative process. As Design Principal at Booth Hansen, which he founded in 1980,…