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- An Original Contemporary Weekend Retreat in Japan: Tube House2
- Sun-Flooded Sustainable Dream Home in the Netherlands: Villa 4.0
- Vintage Charm Captured in a Metal Framework: Suitcase Drawers
- Brand Oriented Italian Fashion Store by Alberto Apostoli Studio
- Home In The City: Contemporary Gramercy Duplex In NYC
- Exquisite Design and Appealing Layout in a Modern Rome Apartment
- Bright Residence Near Stockholm Featuring Contemporary Interiors
| An Original Contemporary Weekend Retreat in Japan: Tube House2 Posted: 03 Oct 2011 05:51 AM PDT
Tube House2 was designed by Japanese practice Hideki Iwahori in order to serve as a getaway for a married couple who lives in the heart of Tokyo. The urban racket called for a home that is secluded, peaceful and comfortable. The architecture of the project is based on an assembly of partitions resembling a series of giant tubes. A simple rectangular shape that opens up towards its environment through floor to ceiling windows was the perfect solution. According to the architects, “the living space maintains a level of openness that is both efficient and clear. a ceiling arrangement of synthetic wooden beams gains a dominant presence in the space, with roof lights between gaps illuminating the space below. featuring a thermal storage layer in the foundation, the micro-climate is passively preserved by the sun, enabling the inhabitants to freely live in open air without compromising on room temperature“. How would you comment on this home’s design, if you were to take the modern Japanese architecture trends into consideration ?
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| Sun-Flooded Sustainable Dream Home in the Netherlands: Villa 4.0 Posted: 03 Oct 2011 04:05 AM PDT
Surrounded by an exceptional landscape, Villa 4.0 seems to be the modern equivalent of a dream home. Each and every detail constructs an amazing single family residence that was transformed from a 1967 bungalow that was renovated once before, in 1972. Re-designed by Amsterdam-based studio Dick van Gameren Architecten, the Netherlands villa expresses a transitional charm from a 1967 bungalow architecture to a contemporary villa inhabited by a young family. Sustainability is the word that best characterizes the design and daily use of the house. The architects kept most of the old building intact and constructed a low maintenance residence: “Key points of departure were maximum reuse of built elements and materials already on site and the use of sturdy and proven techniques to achieve the lowest possible energy consumption.” Both the renovated and the new walls were insulated and the old wood window frames have been replaced with new aluminum – framed insulated glass walls. Skylights and retractable windows further illuminate the interiors and compose a fascinating atmosphere once accompanied by the vividly colored furniture. Exceptional dream home, isn’t it?
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| Vintage Charm Captured in a Metal Framework: Suitcase Drawers Posted: 03 Oct 2011 02:58 AM PDT
Old vintage items can become part of new and modern furniture in the hands of the right artists. These interesting drawer towers were created by the English design duo of James Plumb. By bringing new life to items that would have probably become just part of a pile of trash, the designers created a way of looking at old objects through the lens of modern design. Old suitcases were given another chance to surprise and delight by pairing them up with simple, metal frameworks that were customized to fit in with the different sized suitcases. Because of the charming differences in each suitcase, the design was altered according to the dimensions and shapes of the vintage elements. Available in different sizes and widths, the Suitcase Drawers can adorn your interiors with the revived charm and elegance of two separate but adjoined elements – an old selection of travel helpers and a modern definition of storage spaces.
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| Brand Oriented Italian Fashion Store by Alberto Apostoli Studio Posted: 03 Oct 2011 01:56 AM PDT
When it comes to creating an Italian fashion store based on a company’s overall communication strategy, things can get tricky. However, Alberto Apostoli Studio came up with a design that is both appealing and brand oriented. Here is the official description of the Eliseo store from the architects: “The concept underlying this project is based on a combination of creativity and rationality and evolves through a refined use of form, light and colour. Rationality is implicit in the use of squared shapes executed in glass and metal; creativity is mainly to be seen in three elliptic elements rising from the floor to model the false ceilings, thus contributing to separate the retail space into three distinct areas: menswear, ladies' wear and young fashion. Important elements of emotional communication with the clientele are, for example, the back‐lit glass display cabinets, the RGB lighting of the false ceilings and the "honeycomb" display units in glass and metal. The LEDs, whose vertical and horizontal light is used by Apostoli as a proper surface covering, run all along the main aisles of the store and its furnishings, transforming the latter into sources of indirect light.
All furniture pieces have been custom‐made by the architect's own design and are defined by an unusual combination of glass and pearly white lacquered wood. A particularly impacting element is provided by the large brown wall which appears to be "boxed" inside a glass display cabinet and whose interior supplies the backdrop to the china cabinets and furniture elements composing the till area. The large display table positioned close to the entrance is particularly striking and elegant with its all‐glass structure that is partially illuminated from within. A clever use of colour has been made: coffee and beige for the resin flooring, dove grey for the furniture and sections of the flooring and, finally, red – a flash of colour that defines some graphic details, as well as a most unusual chair that has been specially created for this project.”
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| Home In The City: Contemporary Gramercy Duplex In NYC Posted: 03 Oct 2011 12:40 AM PDT
Transforming two one bedroom duplex suits into one two bedroom duplex was not an easy job for architects from Slade Architecture. Located in New York City, the Gramercy Duplex displays a contemporary floor plan that includes a living space on the lower level with a kitchen and powder room on one side and a master bedroom suite on the other. Many storage spaces across the duplex allow the inhabitants to hide any clutter, while high-tech systems like the remotely activated drop down LCD TV in the living room are prepared to offer quality entertainment. The kitchen features a movable island that allows the owner to reconfigure the space while the “walnut base cabinetry, Richlite countertops (recycled paper) and satin etched glass upper cabinets” adorn the white space. A staircase extending from the kitchen cabinets connects the two levels. On the same floor as the living room, the master bedroom contains the sleeping functions and some cleverly designed additions: “The vanity floats in the middle of the space and doubles as the headboard and side tables for the bed. The toilet and bath/shower are built into the back wall of the space.” The upstairs is occupied by the daughter’s bedroom and a guest room, making this residence perfect for the inhabitant’s modern lifestyle.
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| Exquisite Design and Appealing Layout in a Modern Rome Apartment Posted: 02 Oct 2011 11:33 PM PDT
Architect David Coluzzi from Italy recently sent us one of his projects, an appealing modern apartment which he designed in Rome. The crib consists of a large, open plan living room, a bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. The overall feeling is that of openness and space, making this a home where socializing is encouraged. The living room features a wall screen that divides the living and dining area. This has an important aesthetic effect, inspiring lightness and transparency, but it is also highly functional. Aside from being used as a miniature bookcase, it connects the kitchen with the dining room and bedroom. The kitchen is totally custom designed and features a central Corian island which opens towards the living room through a large and elegant door that reveals the warmth of the modern fireplace. How do you appreciate the overall design and layout of this Rome apartment?
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| Bright Residence Near Stockholm Featuring Contemporary Interiors Posted: 02 Oct 2011 10:20 AM PDT
Today we showcase a home that would not necessarily fit here if it weren’t for its modern interiors. Located in the Fruvik area just outside Stockholm, Sweden, this home features a clean, modern display of furniture and furnishings. The 1,845 square meter open floor plan is divided into three large, bright bedrooms, two living rooms, kitchen and dining area, all overlooking the water. A terrace allows the inhabitants to enjoy fresh air and views of the waterfront and two staircases allow easy access to the beach below. Bright walls and dark-stained floors on the first level compose an elegant space where a contemporary dining space can accommodate 10-12 people. The living room features a beautiful and functional cast iron stove that adds character to the room, creating a cozy atmosphere especially during the cold season. A well-lit master bedroom with walk-in-closet and en suite pamper the owners, while the bathroom has comfortable underfloor heating. All in all, this place might not seem interesting from the outside, but the interiors are fantastic, don’t you think?
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