New Kvadrat showroom in Copenhagen by Bouroulec brothers
The Bouroullec brothers have just completed the new Kvadrat showroom in Copenhagen. The minimalist, linear space displays a wall which features the tile concept, Kvadrat Clouds, designed by the Bouroullec brothers in collaboration with Kvadrat, adding a more organic and textured feel alongside the natural colors of the interior.
Tokyofiber09 – Senseware, #02
SMASH™, a special polyester filament nonwoven fabric, has the advantage of its thermo-plasticity and its shape can be easily changed when heated. It is a nonwoven highly functional fabric, which can be moulded using a hot press process. The material does not tear easily and has superior permeability as well as excellent print quality thanks to its smooth surface.
Via & more: Yatzer
Lille 3000 by Franklin Azzi Architecture
Not far from the mayor of Lille and its belfry, a former railway built in 1858 reopened its doors on March 14, 2009. Near Coffee Bugatti, opposite the Parc Jean-Baptiste Lebas, a shy brick gable wall has been covered with fluorescent tubes 90 cm long. They indicate: Gare Saint Sauveur.
Installed on an industrial wasteland of a few hectares, spreading to subway stations and Grand Palais Porte de Valenciennes, the location of the future cultural venue was the object of all covetousness. Intended for future development of the business district Euralille, the field finally returned to culture.
The Mairie de Lille in making this project a symbol of its cultural policy, alongside Martine Aubry, Didier Fusillier, also director of Lille 3000, beyond the dreams of success of the Tri Postal and houses Folie. He believes the Gare Saint-Sauveur must be “a meeting place where people can take the time to stop.” Multicultural, Lille wants to give its people the opportunity to invite where the hospitality is evident.
Photo © Franklin Azzi Architecture
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Jewellery Mayrhofer by Xarchitekten
Austrian architects Xarchitekten have completed the interior of a jewellers in Linz, Austria, that features carpeted walls and ceiling. Jewellery is displayed in four wooden volumes that are intended to evoke treasure chests.
Via & more: Dezeen
Vitra relaxation wall white board for offices by Petr Kubik
Now that’s some sound advice! Most often folks depend on power-naps, yoga and stretching to combat stress in office. Here’s a look at an innovative way that combines “active rest with physical stretching of the entire body.” Just flip around this extraordinary Vitra Whiteboard to indulge in an impromptu session of wall climbing. The awesomeness doesn’t end here; this “man-made, movable climbing wall” is meant for the entire office staff. Individual stats and levels for difficulty can be maintained coz the system hooks up to a comp.
Via & more: Yanko Design
Frank Lloyd Wright’s LEGO Architecture sets
The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation announced on May 12th that The LEGO Group is now the exclusive licensed manufacturer of Frank Lloyd Wright Collection® LEGO Architecture sets. The LEGO Group and Adam Reed Tucker of Brickstructures, Inc. officially introduced the LEGO Architecture line in 2008. The line currently consists of six buildings – now including two of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most famous and recognizable buildings, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and “Fallingwater.”
Via & more: Yatzer
Children’s Hospital Prototype by Visiondivision
Visiondivision, an international young practice, shared with us their competition entry for a children’s hospital prototype for Rwanda. The competition, entitled “Design for the Children”, asks architects and designers to develop a sustainable, culturally responsive, pediatric clinic model for East Africa.
Via & more: ArchDaily
Salon Mittermeier in Linz by Xarchitekten
The Salon Mittermeier hair salon in Linz by Austrian architects Xarchitekten features a facade with a “three-dimensional architectural (hair) wave”. Completed last year, the store front is composed of waterjet-cut, laminated profiles arranged along the facade to create an undulating wave.
Via & more: Dezeen
Eyelid House by Fiona Winzar Architects
Fiona Winzar Architects transformed a typical victorian terrace home into a contemporary residence with an eye for sustainability. The Eyelid House is located in Melbourne, Australia and now houses a family of five in a tight city lot. Despite being nestled in a tight downtown location, the three-bedroom home has a very light filled interior. To add privacy, the architects created the roof extension that is shaped to mimic an eyelid, shielding the back façade from neighbours while still allowing light to enter. While the sharp angles of the extension are very modern, the clients also wanted to incorporate more decorative elements such as stained glass in a number of areas to keep the home relaxed. The materials used to build the new home were chosen to maximize sustainability and cost effectivness. In addition a rain water collection system was installed along with solar hot water and gas heating.
Via & more: designboom
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