Experimental Design at Maison NW, Paris
Archinect has a new feature up on the renovation of a 1950s Paris print shop into a 2,000-square-foot workshop and studio for artists. Designed by architect Nathalie Wolberg (who also lives in the space), Maison NW is a living laboratory for experimenting with uses for and relationships to the built environment.
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Oval Whirlpool Tub Aveo from Villeroy & Boch
The new chunky, appealing oval tub from Villeroy & Boch… the Aveo whirlpool tub is ‘inspired by nature’. Indeed, in nature there are no straight lines. The Aveo tub curves with organic beauty, allowing you to nest into its ‘body-hugging’ shape. With its high sides the tub also provides great support for the spine and neck.
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Concrete Things by Komplot Design
Recently seen at the 2009 Stockholm Furniture Fair, were the Concrete Things outdoor furniture designed by Poul Christiansen and Boris Berlin of Komplot Design for Swedish manufacturer NOLA.
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Armani 5th Avenue by Massimiliano & Doriana Fuksas Architects
The Armani 5th Avenue store in New York City, designed by Massimiliano & Doriana Fuksas Architects, opened last week.
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Wrapped by Pierre Kracht
Young German designer Pierre Kracht has created a collection of objects called Wrapped. The collection consists of a free standing lamp, a light fitting and a chair all made of a cocoon of thread.
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WAN Announces House of the Year Award Shortlist
A prestigious panel of judges met on Thursday, February 10, to choose, from a long list of 30 designs, the six projects that will compete to win the title of WAN House of the Year 2008. The standard for 2008 was so high as to require an extension of the original target of 25 designs for the long list. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Vicky Richardson of Blueprint and Ken Yeang were unable to attend leaving Richard Coleman, Eugene Asse, Will Alsop, and Paul Monaghan to drive forward the judging at the prestigious One Alfred Place in Bloomsbury, London.
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The Tangle Lamp by Jo Davies and Matthew Booth
The London, England based ceramicist Jo Davies and photographer Matthew Booth have shared with us their Tangle Lamp.
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‘Leggy Cabinets’ by Ditte Hammerstroem
Danish designer Ditte Hammerstroem has released some new products in recent months including the series ‘Leggy Cabinets’. These small tables feature long and skinny legs that are weighed down by a large volume on top.
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Ghisa Bench: Infinite Options for the Outdoors
The days are getting longer and the temperature is rising. Soon we’ll be spending more and more time outdoors, enjoying fresh air and sunshine. Hence there is no better time than now to starting thinking about outdoor seating. The Ghisa Collection, a flexible modular (more…)
Donaghy + Dimond Architects Win West Cork Arts Centre Competition in Ireland
The West Cork Arts Centre recently announced the winner of the West Cork Arts Centre’s Architectural Design Competition: Dublin-based Donaghy + Dimond Architects.
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