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Pixel Cloud (3 pics)
Designed by Jason Bruges Studio, Pixel Cloud is an eight-story tall 3D matrix of light globes suspended in the North Atrium of the Allen & Overy Building in London. The spacing between these globes is in response to the architectural grid of the Foster and Partners building, and the chandelier reacts in real-time to changes in environmental conditions. The installation was…
Symmetry is Sexy (6 photos)
I couldn't agree with Kim Erlandsen more, symmetry is very sexy...
In this series titled Symmetry is Sexy, Erlandsen showcases his passion for architecture and photography. He visits grand spaces with high ceilings and does a great job capturing sleek lines, which he accentuates with color.…
Added by Eugene on May 20, 2010 at 10:00am — 4 Comments
First major building in the world with integral wind-turbines
Strata SE1, now the largest residential tower in central London, was officially launched this week, with an exhibition at the Building Centre in Central London. At 148 metres, the bold new landmark in Elephant and Castle has more than just height to make it stand out on the skyline. It is the first major building in the world with integral wind-turbines, which will generate at least 8 percent of the energy needed to power the properties…
Added by Anthony Walker on May 24, 2010 at 1:00am — 2 Comments
Magnificent Kaleidoscope by Olafur Eliasson (4 pics)
“Innen Stadt Außen”… Continue
Added by Eugene on June 12, 2010 at 12:00pm — No Comments
The Beta Workplace System by Pierandrei Associati for Tecno
Italian manufacturer Tecno have won a 2010 Red Dot award of high design quality, for their Beta workplace system of furniture that was designed by Pierandrei Associati.…
Added by Visnja V on July 28, 2010 at 1:30pm — No Comments
Rolls by Sinato (6 photos)
The characteristic of aluminium, the material used fro the installation, is its softness and thinness, yet harder than cloth or paper.…
Added by Visnja V on July 30, 2010 at 12:54pm — 3 Comments
The Longest Bench by Studio Weave
"Designers Studio Weave have installed a meandering 324 metre-long bench on the seafront at Littlehampton in the UK.
Providing seating for 300 people, the bench is made of reclaimed tropical hardwood, salvaged from landfill and old seaside groynes, with colourful stainless steel bars inserted wherever the form twists, bends or dips."…
Added by Visnja V on August 2, 2010 at 9:00am — 3 Comments
Silvas Capitalis (5 photos)
Large enough to enter into with stairs to a 2nd floor, this large anthropomorphic offering was inspired by the Celtic gods of Britain whom are frequently anonymous and depicted merely by the head alone."…
Added by Visnja V on August 3, 2010 at 2:43pm — No Comments
Matej Krén's "Scanner" (4 photos)
Added by Visnja V on August 5, 2010 at 2:10am — No Comments
Milan Gallery (5 pics)
Cargo Offices (7 pics)
"This eclectic interior architecture of an office building in Geneva was recently realised by the internationally acting practice group8. Old and disused cargo containers are stacked one upon the other in order to provide some silent work and conference spaces within the otherwise wide and busy open-plan office. The concept was developed in… Continue
Added by thinkpossitive on August 16, 2010 at 7:09am — 1 Comment
Huts Hanging in Paris
"The Japanese artist Tadashi Kawamata is well known for his architectural installations made from humble, sometimes recycled materials such as cardboard boxes or disused timber. One of his newest creations are wooden huts hanging like wesp’s nests between the beams and pillars of the structural facade of Centre Pompidou in Paris. With their look of improvisation the small parasites build a strong… Continue
Added by thinkpossitive on August 18, 2010 at 6:26am — No Comments
Pac-Man Building Eats Smaller Building (6 pics)
Designed by Daneshgar Architects, the Iranian Embassy in England will be a six-story marble and stone structure featuring irregular windows and sharp, clean lines. Located on a street corner in London, the jutting corner of the building… Continue
Added by Eugene on August 19, 2010 at 7:30pm — No Comments
Library Desk Made from Recycled Books (4 pics)
Added by Eugene on September 14, 2010 at 5:00pm — No Comments
Cool Concept: Storm Flipper (6 pics)
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Beautifully Lit Spiral Staircase (6 pics)
Beautiful Modern Home in Iran (8 photos)
If I asked you where this home was located, the last place you'd probably guess would be Iran. Located in Mohammad Shahr region, near Karaj city, Villa Kiani is set in the middle of a lush green garden.
Architects Makan Rahmanian and Kamran Heirati purposely designed the Villa’s interior space this way so that it became an extension of the landscape. With high ceilings and large… Continue
Added by Eugene on December 21, 2010 at 4:00pm — 3 Comments
Bridge to the Future (8 pics)
Travelers beware: take this bridge at your own risk. Metaform Architects designed this pedestrian bridge in Luxembourg that looks like it transports people to the future.
Metaform Architects sought to create a direct connection between the heart of the city and its neighboring Galgenberg park. Using uncluttered and minimalist design, the bridge clearly contrasts with its chaotic… Continue
An Installation That Weaves Its Way Around (7 pics)
German artist Martin Pfeifle recently made this crazy cool installation that weaves its way through the entire floor of the former imperial abbey of Aachen-Kornelimünster in Germany. It's called Rotemartha and was created with long tinted film strips in six shades of red. A wonderful mix of old baroque architecture with contemporary art!…
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Added by Marica on January 8, 2011 at 8:30am — No Comments
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