Richard Branson’s Virgin Buildings Might Skyrocket Green Urban Living

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Richard Branson’s Virgin Buildings Might Skyrocket Green Urban Living
Two Level House Framing the Surrounding Views in Peru
Functional Interior Designed with Soothing Pastel Colours in Moscow
Remarkable Bathtub and Washbasin Fusion: Symbiosis by Desnahemisfera
Tasteful and Cozy Countryside Home by Suna Interior Design

Posted: 08 Apr 2014 04:40 AM PDT

The Virgin Buildings (what an appropriate name) surprise a carefully imagined auto-sufficient world where nature and man-made comfort meet on a balanced life-sustaining platform. Since the balance seems to indicate that half of us humans live in cities, the next logical step in exploring possibilities is creating habitats where we rekindle our love for nature.

Virgin’s Perspective on a Greener Future

As long as we constantly upgrade our understanding of how we can responsibly use renewable resources, our respect for simplicity will grow even more. Introduced by Richard Branson as “the world's greenest skyscrapers”, these residential wonders will be part of urban landscapes soon: “From a spaceship design in Sydney, to a plane design in London; from a balloon design in New York, to a kiteboard design in Cape Town; these extraordinary Virgin Buildings will positively change the landscape for the environment, architecture and cities around the world.”

Growing food in vertical gardens across the buildings, collecting and recycling 100 % of the tower’s water and displaying modular design imagined for a flexible interior and exterior, these promising living structures are much more than we imagined.

Play the video to get a glimpse into Virgin’s inspiring plans for the future. How do you feel about these ideas?

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Two Level House Framing the Surrounding Views in Peru

Posted: 08 Apr 2014 12:47 AM PDT

Located within the city of Lima, capital of Peru, the BK House was designed by Domenack Arquitectos for a family of five (parents and three children). Nested away from the eyes of the neighbours, at the back end of a plot, this two level house frames the surrounding views and encourages a dynamic and versatile living. The social area is very connected to the outdoors through large panels of glass which replace the walls and can be fully opened when needed. The house is well-lit and ventilated. Several patios, a lounge pool area and a beautiful garden serve as outdoor recreation spots for the residents.

“The house has been designed with a roof of structural laminated wood supported by steel and exposed concrete structures. This roof is the element that integrates the whole design and composition of the house. The steel structure that supports it also defines and moderates the scale of the different spaces of the house.” The dwelling comprises two floors, each with different functions. First floor houses the social area whilst the second floor accommodates the bedrooms and bathrooms. Both floors features terraces and visually connect to the gardens. [Photo credit: Juan Solano]

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Functional Interior Designed with Soothing Pastel Colours in Moscow

Posted: 07 Apr 2014 02:55 PM PDT

Wonderfully designed with soothing pastel colours, this compact interior was imagined by Int2 architecture in Moscow, Russia. There’s a lot to love in this 45 sq. m apartment: the playfulness, the smart storage solutions, the soft colours and the overall positive vibe exuded throughout the entire living area. Despite the limited amount of space, the loft feels roomy and well-ventilated. I love the white mixed with pops of pastel, the brick work, the crossword game in the bathroom, the cool kitchen and the balcony area! Simplicity and elegance go hand in hand, unveiling a home that is appealing like a candy floss in the eyes of a child.

The apartment is super cute and it feels like a magically protected haven. It comprises a living room, kitchen and sleeping area. The bed was placed strategically on a raised podium to visually divide the sleeping area from the living room and to offer extra space for storage underneath. The major problem with small flats is that you don’t get exactly enough space to deposit all your stuff. So, what did the team responsible with the project come up with? Transform the furniture into multipurpose items. On the balcony, seats are made from repainted army boxes and can be easily used for storage. Personally, I think that the pastel colours (pale pink, mint green, dusty yellow), enhance the feeling of warmth and tenderness, creating a fairytale-like home, ideal for a young lady.

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Remarkable Bathtub and Washbasin Fusion: Symbiosis by Desnahemisfera

Posted: 07 Apr 2014 11:34 AM PDT

Symbiosis is an eye-catching bathroom project envisioned by Ljubljana-based design studio Desnahemisfera for design firm Kerrock. By stylishly integrating a washbasin within a bathtub, the studio managed to create an innovative shape, one that is completely adapted to the human body. Its unconventional appearance goes hand in hand with generously-sized contemporary bathrooms and minimalist design schemes.
Symbiosis not only ranks high in aesthetics, but embeds advanced technological features as well: “Water temperature and water pressure can be controlled at the touch of a button, while its built-in speakers enable you to play your favorite music on your mobile phone or device while you enjoy a relaxing bath”. Moreover, all plumbing installations are concealed from the human eye in the dual bottom, emphasizing on the clean lines of the object itself. Need more inspiration for your bathroom? Check out this stylish and unconventional hammock and bathtub fusion presented on Freshome a while back!

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Tasteful and Cozy Countryside Home by Suna Interior Design

Posted: 07 Apr 2014 07:44 AM PDT

The London-based, award-winning boutique consultancy Suna Interior Design office imagined an elegant cluster of residential spaces. This amazing home in a stylish residential development – Aura Cambridge – shows how the creative design team envisioned elegance captured within a modern space. This is one of the show homes created by designers to surprise the need for comfort and style even in the countryside. The whole development promises tranquility and elegance and this beautiful home in muted colors shows reflections of high-life in its details. Using colors and textures to build an elegant realm where you can feel at home, designers created an inviting interior environment. Natural light complements the natural color palette in all social spaces, while patterns compose an intriguing bedroom design and vivid colors surprise playfulness in the children’s room. I’m sure you have a favorite detail showcased in this inspiring show home. Care to share it with the rest of us in the comment section below? We’d love to know what you think.

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