This unique loft in a classic landmark 1840’s house in Buenos Aires, Argentina is a two-storey apartment in a bohemian neighbourhood.
Archives for August 2010
Traditional Glass Conservatories For The Modern Lifestyle
The custom built conservatories from Tanglewood Conservatories are adapted for the American climates and architecture. From poolside retreat to classic sunrooms, these conservatories are designed to live harmoniously with the landscape.
Architecture Without Exteriors In Yokohama
The Yokohama International Port Terminal in Japan is a new kind of contemporary architecture that turns against the form of buildings as representation of iconic architecture. The design team at Foreign Office Architects created the cruise ship terminal as an extension of the pier ground. The fluid and uninterrupted lines are folded like an origami into an unique structural system that allows its boarding level to seamlessly connect to the city’s underground level. It is also especially adequate in coping with the lateral forces generated by the seismic movements known to affect the Japanese topography.
Country House In Wiltshire
London interior design team Gail Taylor and Karen Howes of Taylor Howes used aubergine as a theme colour to create an atmosphere of casual elegance for this Wiltshire country house. The colour palette of aubergine – a trademark colour of Taylor Howes – goes with many other shades – greys, greens, pink, white, cream and chocolate.
Explosion Of Colour At The Burj Al Arab
The interiors of the iconic Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai bring images of a contemporary Arabian fantasy. London-based interior designer Khuan Chew of KCA International created an environment of ornate grandeur with an explosion of colour.
The Mezzanine fountain is a kaleidoscope of colour and patterns. A water column is programmed to shoot the fountain up 32 meters high.
Creating Your Architectural Style
Creating Your Architectural Style by George D. Hopkins, Jr. is the ultimate resource to planning and designing your dream home. This beautifully photographed book guides readers from the initial concept to the finishing touches. From “Where do I begin?” to “What is the difference between Greek Revival and Dutch Colonial?”, the author explores the relationship between the architectural style and the floor plan of the home, as well as the roles and responsibility of the architect, engineer, interior designer, landscape architect, and general contractor.
Trendsetting Petal Lounge Chair By Zuo Modern
This contemporary Petal Lounge Chair with an ottoman by Zuo Modern has multiple layered cushions and a velour microfiber seat and back with solid steel chrome frame with a swivel. It’s available in red and black.
Timeless Interior Design With A Touch Of Whimsy
There are certain designs and colour palettes that never go out of fashion. Classic Contemporary? This may be the best way to describe the elegant and timeless look by Gerald Tolomeo.
