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Old Singapore Shophouse Transformed into a Cozy Modern Home With a Pool Inside

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:30:47 +0000

Singapore-based FARM in collaboration with KD Architects. renovated an old local shop house in Singapore. The ‘Pool Shophouse’ aims to create a conversation between the existing building and the insertion of the new part. The linear pool accentuates the length and sleek design of the interior. The combination between the old brick walls and modern accents give the house a very retro look. The old meets the new and perfectly blend together despite radical changes in geometry, height, and volume. We like!

According to the architects: The monolithic lap pool on the first storey emphasizes the linear typology of the space, as it guides one’s experience from the front to the rear. Extending this idea of linearity is the monolithic volume at the rear which houses the private quarters on the upper levels. One experiences the continuity of space through a series of stairs that loop through the shophouse. Central to this continuous loop is the skylight that marks the vital interface. It bathes this narrow linear space with resplendent sunlight, and visually connects different parts of the house. Through these spatial and formal gestures, the dialogue between the old and the new is constantly questioned and new discoveries revealed through the shift in geometry, height, volume and material.

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Creative ‘Colonna’ Furniture Collection by Studio 65 for Gufram

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:07:36 +0000

Studio 65 has definitely created the most extraordinary outdoor furniture with iconic design. It’s the notorious Colonna collection. Inspired by the Ionic architecture order, Studio 65 designed a seat, chaise and side table for lounging entitled Colonna. By literally breaking down a column, the designers developed three seating units, each with a well designed personality.

‘Colonna’ – a capital, complete with volutes, functions as a chaise lounge

The Ionic volute, which is the upper part of the column and was not by chance called Capitello, becomes a luxurious chaise lounge. The middle piece (“Attica”) is a cozy seat with a dotted black and white cushion- a small, yet very interesting addition to the overall composition. “Attica TL” is the base, consisting of a central table with a glass top.

You can stack them back one on the other and in this way recompose the entire Column in its monumental and playful daring. The creative furniture collection- which we are certain appeals to those of you living for classic design inspiration- is available for purchase at Gufram.

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Endesa Pavilion by IAAC

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:54:57 +0000

The Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia designed the Endesa Pavilion, as part of the Smart City Expo in Barcelona, Spain. According to the architects: The project is an exercise in which a building, under the guidance of the block type of Barcelona, is adapted by adding a series of modules on its facade. These modules, which are seen as triangular pieces section, make possible for the building to optimize energy and spatial intelligence. Its size and components vary depending on the orientation and inclination of the sun, the relationship with the environment and other technical needs.

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Bohemian Apartment by Incorporated

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:41:01 +0000

Incorporated Architecture & Design have designed the “Bohemian Apartment” in New York. Completed in 2010, this colorful, contemporary apartment holds surprises around every corner. It is located in New York, New York, USA. The different colors in this apartment is just so amazing and check out the sofa in the fist picture, so great. And the kids room is so wonderful and creative, I just love this apartment – Watch and enjoy!

Photos courtesy of Incorporated

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Contemporary Pavilion 2012 Residence by Pitsou Kedem Architects, Israel

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:02:14 +0000

Tel-Aviv-based design practice Pitsou Kedem Architects have completed the Pavilion 2012 project. The contemporary interior designed home can be found in Shoham, Israel. According to the architects: “A structure used by a real estate company as a sales office for a residential project they are building. The project examines the line between architecture, marketing and consumption. The project was to build, a sales office. The architect chose to relate to the project as a contemporary pavilion attempting to combine, within one building, modern, minimalistic, architectural principles and thereby creating a building that is almost an object or a piece of sculpture almost akin to a small, architectural pavilion. “A geometric pattern of vertical wooden lines serves as a ‘skin’ that divides the spaces or as a texture which is imprinted, using special techniques, on the outside. The sun’s rays, striking the wall, create a repeating, three-dimensional illusion. The pavilion succeeds in fulfilling both of its functions, architectural and marketing. The structure was designed and built in just three months, and was built entirely from a metal skeleton (lightweight construction), most of which was built in the factory and transported to the site.”

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Modern AS House by Guilherme Torres

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:21:59 +0000

Brazilian architect Guilherme Torres designed the AS House in Cornélio Procópio , Brazil. An expressive architecture in terms of volume that takes advantage of the existing topography, structurally and economically wise. Through a pragmatic, but also poetic perspective, the young Brazilian architect shows how neat and rational an elegant house can be. The 600m² house was embedded, like an uncovered box, inside 7, 5 meters high walls, which is ideal to keep the family’s privacy and security from the busy streets of this small city in south Brazil. The bedroom floors were done in cumaru wood, while white cement was used in the social areas. The furniture was oversized to receive the numerous guests: a 7 meters long table and a 10 meters long sofa. The idea is the contrast between black and white, a chromatic game which is also repeated on the exterior. The patio has no gardens, just palm trees around the pool. Loyal to the sustainable beliefs, the coffee table gathers construction pallets picked up on the streets, recycled and combined to create a generous supporting surface, a simple detail that became the owner’s favorite object.

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House in Santo Domingo by Padilla Nicás Arquitectos

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:12:23 +0000

The house is situated on a quiet plot within the orderly urban development of Santo Domingo in Madrid where a compact existing housing occupying the center of the plot was the starting point, and that for economy is decided to use the existing basement which was decisive for the location of the new house. The new proposal, more extended than the compact original dwelling, clearly organizes the parcel into two areas: the first and most representative, geared towards access, and the second, more private and fragmented volumetry, endowed with activities such as swimming pool, tennis games, trampoline, outdoor dining, garden, etc..

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Traditional Brick House With Modern Glass Extension by AR Design Studio

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 07:47:14 +0000

This modern Winchester, England – house renovation and glass extension by AR Design Studio creates a light, airy and open living environment bursting with traditional values, contemporary style and innovative design. The clients (a couple) wanted to keep the traditional facade but they also wanted to add a touch of contemporary. The owner’s love of glass fueled their brief to construct a beautifully simple sculptural glass staircase and a contemporary glass extension, situated at the rear of the property in the space created by the ‘C’ shape of the building, which would open itself up to the garden. Hidden from view behind the buildings traditional facade, the finished extension is an elegant piece of modern contemporary glass architecture. It completely reinvents the feel and atmosphere of the previously dark and cramped servants’ quarters; all within the rich and poignant historical context of the site.

The new structure creates a dialogue with the nature, allowing it inside the house. Cooking becomes a pleasure, as you experience the green lush vegetation surrounding the glass structure. It feels almost like the kitchen is located outside. Flooded by light, the interior feels lightweight and breezy. How do you feel about this burst of minimalism?

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Ikibana Restaurant: A Fusion of Japanese and Brazilian Gastronomies by El Equipo Creativo

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 07:34:24 +0000

Offering a fusion between the Japanese and the Brazilian cuisine, the Ikibana restaurant is located in Barcelona, Spain and it was designed by the architectural practice El Equipo Creativo.

The Ikibana restaurant offers a fusion of Japanese and Brazilian gastronomies, two cultures that seem so antagonistic: quiet and minimalist the first, exuberant and bustling the second. The interior was created as an artificial landscape which is reminiscent of the lush landscape of Brazil and it is decorated with Japanese paintings and dramatic arts representative of their surroundings. Ikebana flower arrangements are also present all over to emphasize the focus on the natural.

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Ceiling Lamp Made by Chemistry Test Tubes

lumsir — Tue, 21 May 2013 04:00:02 +0000

The Maria S.C. lamp, designed by Pani Jurek, looks like a crystal chandelier but is actually made from chemistry test tubes placed into circular plywood bands. The ceiling lamp has two band circles arranged in rows; one row is bigger than the other and is positioned on the top. The design gives users a flexibility to fill the test tubes with colored liquids or flowers. If you like adding funky decorations to your house, then the Maria S.C. Lamp will definitely be a great pick.

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Hewlett Street House by MPR Design Group

lumsir — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:47:25 +0000

MPR Design Group have designed this exquisite house on Hewlett Street in Bronte, Australia. It is located on the northern flank of the Bronte gully with views towards Bronte beach and the coastline beyond. The design response was to place the living spaces on the upper floor as better views and more light were available. The bedrooms were located on the middle floor as this was more private and enclosed. The lowest floor has a rumpus area linking the garden and swimming pool to the house. The underlying design intent was to explore the notion of “prospect and refuge” within a contemporary family house. The “prospect” was the beach and coast views to the south of the site which changes constantly depending on the season, weather and time of day. The “refuge” was the other desirable character where we created a quality of space that provides a sense of sanctuary, enclosure and comfort. Detail elements have drawn upon surrounding natural forms for inspiration. For example, the angled bands on the front façade reference the tree branches of the native eucalyptus. They also serve as a privacy screen for the dining space behind the façade.

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Modern Casa del Viento, Mexico

lumsir — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:26:38 +0000

A-001 Taller de Arquitectura have completed the design and development of Casa del Viento, a contemporary residence in the city of Tepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico.

Tepozteco is a huge volcanic formation in the site and it opens the possibility that the rows of wind and water erosion, indeed where actually made by the people of the town trying to bring down the god of the winds As a form of tribute, “Casa del Viento” faces north to the Tepozteco to fill every interior space with a 180 degrees view of a rock formation that changes personality as the sun journeys the sky. It´s slender form allow harnessing the natural lighting from the south and the view from the north, as well as creating cross ventilation in all the rooms. Reflecting the cultural mix that characterizes the region, the architecture of the building includes a variety of materials, ranging from exposed concrete and glass to the more traditional stone. The result is an imposing modern mansion, complete with a terrace the owners wanted for meditation, small balconies and a swimming pool reflecting the silhouette of Tepoztlán.

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Les Amandiers by Bohuon Bertic Architectes

lumsir — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:06:49 +0000

Designed by Bohuon Bertic Architectes, “Les Amandiers” Housing is located along the street are inspired by this initial step. It is a kind of respect towards the scenery which reminds massive urban boulevards. The project begins by building the main limits of the site. The both sides of the central place are connected to the parc and the environment. “In order to have houses privacy we need to keep the public space at a distance. The possibility of taking a space covers the need for withdrawing. The attractive picture of the single-storey seduces because it protects, it creates this distance. In the project, the housing position allows to create thick limits against streets. These spaces wind around themselves, open themselves to the sky and expend the private space. Therefore, the garden becomes a full-fledged room, it withdraws the frontal look from the living room and offers a private scenery from the kitchen and the bed room.” said the architect.

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Kre House- Nine-car Garage Home with Lamborghini as a True Centerpiece

lumsir — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:15:57 +0000

Japanese studio No.555 Architectural Design Office created the Kre House for a hardcore sport car enthusiast.

Have you ever loved your cars so much you wanted to design a house around them? Well, that’s exactly what Takuya Tsuchida did. His nine-car garage home features a car elevator. An elevator lift brings the favorite car of the moment right into the living room! Due to the space limitations, Tsuchida built the garage as the ground floor and placed a modular living area on top of it. Lamborghini becomes the true centerpiece to this modern home, but the system provides enough flexibility to change that around on a whim.

According to the architects: “The house is located in the high-end residential area. The most remarkable requests in the various clients’ demands are “garage space for nine cars”, “the most favorite car in the living room” and “high tree in the living room”. Since all the request are not able to be accommodated on the project site, the building itself was designed as a big “Living Room”. Utilizing the entire basement, nine cars are able to be parked. Lamborghini is my favorite, by a custom-made lift is a lift to the living room floor. When the lift is lowered, making the system closed other movable floor. Various height and size rooms are floated randomly in the big living space. Structurally, light steel structure boxes are hanged from or attached to the reinforced concrete box. These randomly floating boxes keep adequate distance and height with the car and the high tree and create attractive open space. Spaces under the boxes have invisible borderline and each space has the different functions according to the height. Though there are numbers of large scale items in this house, instead of setting the usual layer of floors, random floating boxes make the spacious living area possible.”

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SODAE- Contemporary Home on a Private Island for by VMX Architects

lumsir — Mon, 20 May 2013 07:52:54 +0000

Dutch architectural firm VMX have designed the SODAE house in Amstelveen, The Netherlands. Completed in 2009, the architect who designed this 5,382 square foot, contemporary home on a private island, also lives in it with his family. The island measuring 1200m2. The clever interior layout allows for easy transitions between private and public social functioning and makes the most of its exceptional views. The living room and kitchen are arranged in a loft-like space on the first floor. The more intimate areas (bedrooms and bathrooms) are situated on the ground floor, orientated towards the garden on the backside. The basement contains an additional programme such as a fitness room and a home cinema. The house forms an object in the landscape; the island acts as the plinth.

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Barton Creek Residence by Cornerstone Architects, Texas

lumsir — Mon, 20 May 2013 07:38:17 +0000

A fireplace, a pool, a glass of fine wine, a beautiful panorama and … you simply fall in love with the Barton Creek Residence realized by Cornerstone Architects in Austin, Texas. The house has a harmonious contemporary style that incorporates work from local artists, warm wood custom pieces, a wide range of textures, spectacular light fixtures, luxurious rugs and miles of fabric window treatments. For example, I love the lounge area on the terrace because it is half inside, half outside, letting the inhabitants admire the surroundings while chatting on the sofa, around the fireplace. Moreover, the materials were used in natural colors, making luxury welcoming and inviting. As every designer says, form follows function and being practical does not mean you have to sacrifice luxury.

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