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• Idyllic Resort in Maldives for Lovers of Fine Dining and Relaxation
• Transparent Home Reflecting the Presence of a Lush Forest in Belgium
• Striking Design Elements Displayed by Idrisi Clothes Boutique in Bilbao
• House of Actor Michael C. Hall aka Dexter on Sale for $1.995 Million
• Extraordinary Residential Features Embedding Rock Walls And Woven Textures

Idyllic Resort in Maldives for Lovers of Fine Dining and Relaxation Posted: 06 Jul 2012 06:48 AM PDT It’s been a while since we featured an exotic resort on Freshome and we thought it would be nice to send some holiday vibes your way for the week-end. This 5-star Constance Moofushi Resort in Maldives combines a ravishing natural setting with a holiday-inspired design and promises exquisite services: “Impossibly elegant, with 110 land and water villas in an intimate location of pure lagoons, sandbanks and woodlands, this barefoot idyll offers a rare experience for its visitors. Reassuringly luxurious, Constance Moofushi is on the South Ari Atoll, a paradise regarded as one of the best diving spots in the world. The resort is perfect for lovers of fine dining, divers and those seeking luxury beach-front relaxation“. Prepare to enrich your gastronomic experience by tasting the food courses and drinks offered by an array of six bars and restaurants. Adventure enthusiasts are also welcomed in this location, as it features one of the best diving spots in the world, plus many others outdoor leisure opportunities. You're reading Idyllic Resort in Maldives for Lovers of Fine Dining and Relaxation originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+

Transparent Home Reflecting the Presence of a Lush Forest in Belgium Posted: 06 Jul 2012 04:16 AM PDT Govaert & Vanhoutte Architecten designed the elegant Villa Roces,  a modern home located in Bruges, Belgium. The project exhibits a high degree of transparency while providing a response to the small amount of natural lighting that comes from living in a wooded area. A single rectangular volume resembling a large transparent box was cleverly designed inside and out, in order to meet the living expectations of the inhabitants. A 50m long wall functions as a backdrop for the transparent volume and ensures a good level of privacy. The use of split levels explain the overall low hight of the residence, with the objective of minimizing its effect on the environment. The kitchen, dining and living room are located on the full-height bottom level. Situated one above the other, the bedroom section of the children area and the master bedroom inspire coziness and serenity. [Photography by Tim Van De Velde] You're reading Transparent Home Reflecting the Presence of a Lush Forest in Belgium originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+

Striking Design Elements Displayed by Idrisi Clothes Boutique in Bilbao Posted: 06 Jul 2012 03:12 AM PDT Idrisi Shop is an interesting looking clothes boutique recently completed by studio lagranja in Bilbao, Spain. The creative team behind the design sent over some information regarding their project: ” In a world of mono brand shops and department stores there are still some real Boutiques around. Idrisi offers its select customers a great selection of Italian and French fashion brands such as Prada, Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Dior. The refurbishment of this tiny space packed full of beautiful clothes, shoes and accessories posed a real challenge for lagranja’s team: “We chose to go for a simple, warm, gray space using oak and plaster. A neutral scenario for furniture and clothes.” Along the perimeter, the clothes hang from a shelf. An entire wall is covered with back-lit mirrors amplifying the perception of space and counteracting the narrowness of the ground floor. The tables and counter are real jewels, designed and manufactured as unique pieces for Idrisi in the shape of cages or as huge crumpled aluminum sheets”. [Fotography by Kontraluz Studio]     You're reading Striking Design Elements Displayed by Idrisi Clothes Boutique in Bilbao originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+

House of Actor Michael C. Hall aka Dexter on Sale for $1.995 Million Posted: 06 Jul 2012 01:37 AM PDT Actor Michael C. Hall of popular movie Dexter recently announced his intention of selling his house in the Hollywood Hills, designed by famed mid-century architect Hal Levitt. We know you are interested in seeing the interiors of this LA mansion, so below are a few photos that we home will feed your curiosity. Levitt’s personal residence from 1964 to 2004, the villa was purchased by Michael C. Hall in in April 2008 for $1,75 Million and is currently on sale for $1.995 Million. According to the description provided by the real estate agency in charge of delivering the home to new owners, the villa is tucked away on a quiet street, offering complete privacy. The dining room features a glass door, which opens up to the patio, adjacent to a generous swimming pool. An all-equipped kitchen, featuring Italian tile floors, is also connected to the patio. The master bedroom is located on the first level, boasting stellar canyon views. The second floor shelters two generous guest bedrooms and two bathrooms, each having large windows and great outdoor perspectives. How did you imagine this home looked like? Are your expectations met? You're reading House of Actor Michael C. Hall aka Dexter on Sale for $1.995 Million originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+

Extraordinary Residential Features Embedding Rock Walls And Woven Textures Posted: 05 Jul 2012 09:34 AM PDT Named after the “warning call shouted by construction workers before exploding the rock mountain in Jerusalem“, the textured Barud House appears as a woven residential construction pierced by large windows exploring the surrounding views. Located in Jerusalem, Israel, the stunning house embedded in the landscape occupies a total area of 350 square meters on a 850 square meter property. Creative minds of Paritzki Liani Architects worked on this project by drawing inspiration from three sources: “Our treatment of the site emerged from this stabilitas loci, which we subdivided into three main themes: Jerusalem, a city of rock and stone; wide aerial views; and the sacred architecture of multiple religions intersecting in the skyline. These images composed the texture and backdrop for the project.” The L-shaped first floor plan incorporates the coarse terrain as part of the house, weaving an exposed rock wall into the interior display. Separated by a glass wall, this natural formation lends the living space an aura of coarse beauty. Above, the next two floors were designed to converge with the rock and shape a tunnel leading from the top of the site, alongside the sloping terrain, to the bottom of the structure. All these features compose a unique architectural language engaging the landscape it shapes. You're reading Extraordinary Residential Features Embedding Rock Walls And Woven Textures originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+

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