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- Creatively Partitioned Chelsea Townhouse On Three Levels
- 35 Lovely Pathways for a Well-Organized Home and Garden
- German Dream Home Focusing On Use Of Natural Light
- Scraplights: Responsibly Reimagining Cardboard Boxes
- Stunning Before And After Singapore Shoebox Flat Makeover
| Creatively Partitioned Chelsea Townhouse On Three Levels Posted: 30 May 2012 06:44 AM PDT
Located in a Chelsea brownstone landmark townhouse, these splendid residential spaces fluctuate between outside and inside. Renovated for a a fashion designer in search of a balanced composition of textures, colors and light, this 3,400 square foot residence in Chelsea, New York, was designed by Archi-Tectonics. The low garden level, adorned with cascading greenery, woodwork and brickwork, leads into the nanny/guest apartment, and the library / office space. On a higher level, the stylish long and narrow living room boasts a modern fireplace. A light corridor goes from the two tall windows in the living zone to the dark-framed glass wall in the dining area. Here, the grey-toned kitchen is flooded with light, becoming part of the level’s circulation. Accessed via a wooden staircase with glass railings, the next level shelters the cozy master bedroom featuring a coin armchair, one of Johnny Swing‘s creations. This resting space leads out to a terrace through a set of pivoting doors. Here, glimpses of the green courtyard below greet owners every morning, just before coffee. The second bathroom shares a large bathroom with the master bedroom and a TV lounge occupies the same floor.
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| 35 Lovely Pathways for a Well-Organized Home and Garden Posted: 30 May 2012 04:46 AM PDT
Garden pathways and alleys are usually envisioned for organizational purposes, for getting from one point to another in the easiest possible way. In this post we will show you how pathways can be more than just practical; with a little planning and effort, they can completely turn around the aesthetic value of a garden or outdoor home passage. If you intend on building your own pathway system, our first advice is you should forget about all rules and let creativity lead the way. From giant rocks to bricks and wood planks, you can have any material you like transformed into an original garden walkway. In the photos below, you will find plenty of inspiration: whether you enjoy a mosaic-tiled design or a simple stone and grass mix, there are quite a few pattern ideas to get you started. Keep in mind that the design of the pathways can emphases on the beauty and fresh colors of the flower arrangements in your garden or backyard. For more inspiration, have a look at the previous garden-related post we presented on Freshome, entitled 38 Garden Design Ideas Turning Your Home Into a Peaceful Refuge. Enjoy the photos and please keep us posted with your gardening and design plans!
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| German Dream Home Focusing On Use Of Natural Light Posted: 30 May 2012 03:43 AM PDT
Seeing that Stuttgart is filled with spectacular residential projects – like the feminine Quant 1 Apartment or the duplex villa MIKI 1 House, part of Alexander Brenner Architects’ portfolio – if you move just 14 km away, another inspiring residential project steals the attention - House F. Imagined by Ippolito Fleitz Group, this house caught form under the attentive supervision of the owner’s needs. Located in this town neighboring Stuttgart – Denkendorf - the house displays a set of design lines playfully reflecting the benefits of modern architecture while mirroring the passing of seasons in each glazed portion on the facade. A lovely light string featured at the entrance hints towards what lies inside, while guiding owners across the simple flight of stairs, through the front door straight to the first floor.
Upon entering the home, owners can bask in the ambiance light at night, while during the day, geometric windows ensure naturally lit interiors. Connected by a staircase, the three floors of this homogenous construction were divided between public and private. As the main attraction, a spacious living/dining/cooking space open towards an outdoor terrace. Smooth gray plaster covers the facade adorned with an interesting choice in arranging the windows, with one of them climbing up the roof. From the front view, the house found on Muuuz appears as a volumetric composition, with the garage volume and the glazed living space volume balancing this beautiful modification of the sloped landscape. On the inside, it looks like an open corridor of light creating a comforting space. These two exterior/interior features are definitely in my dream home brief.
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| Scraplights: Responsibly Reimagining Cardboard Boxes Posted: 30 May 2012 02:32 AM PDT
Scraplights by Graypants is a collection of environmentally and socially responsible lighting. Made from salvaged cardboard and non-toxic adhesive, Scraplights are precision cut with a laser, then assembled by hand. Each light is truly unique as the handmade process causes slight variations in colour and corrugation pattern.
What is also great about Greypants is the ethical production of their lights. All of the cardboard is locally sourced and the duo works with social works programmes in Holland to employ workers in their facilities. So individuals with disabilities are able to learn about recycling while developing a skill working with their hands.
If you are intrigued by these wonderful creations and want to know more about the great minds behind Graypants, I suggest you watch this short video introduction to their studio that they have produced. Enjoy! You're reading Scraplights: Responsibly Reimagining Cardboard Boxes originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+ |
| Stunning Before And After Singapore Shoebox Flat Makeover Posted: 30 May 2012 12:53 AM PDT
We received an amazing project – a Singapore shoebox flat makeover that transformed a 550 square feet one-bedroom apartment into a splendidly modern residence. The owner – a successful woman living with her mother – needed an updated place to enjoy her life, so she turned to KNQ Associates for a complete remodel of her flat. Chief designer Stanley Tham opted for a “chic and functional semi-bachelorette pad” mirroring the owner’s personality. By adding and re-configuring spaces, the architects created a customized space, where mirrored walls bounce light into the apartment and a new dining area proves of immense help for enjoying dinner with family and friends. The white kitchen was designed to maximize storage, while the blue backsplash keeps a colorful, vivid atmosphere. Be sure you check out the before photos below to see the fascinating transformation.
Here is how the architects describe their project: “A self-made lady should have a beautiful and hardworking home too. It is with that belief that we made sure each piece of customized furniture serves more than one function. A lengthy white, wall-mounted storage unit conceals messy cables and multitasks as a whimsical light source apart from its intended use in the hall. Joining up to this unit is a shoe bench which doubles up as additional seating for guests while holding shoes down below. This multipurpose idea extends into the bedroom which the owner shares with her mum, where a partition that comes in the form of a wardrobe divides the tiny room in such a way as to offer each person her own personal space. The utility room, located right at the back of the kitchen, has been turned into a private play-and-work room for the owner. A centerpiece wood lounge deck (for watching TV and as an extra bed for guests to sleep over) and plenty of book storage and light contribute to an inspirational space in which one can truly indulge.”
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