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Heryco blends "history and modernity" in renovation of pink apartment block

Deezen

Local studio Heryco has completed a renovation of a pink apartment building with arches influenced by the form of aqueducts in the city of Querétaro, México. Steel arched frames cap the square windows Previously square windows were capped by arched steel frames that were painted one shade darker than the walls to create contrast.

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These Five Homes Get a Fresh Outlook With Custom Windows and Doors

Dwell

Whether part of a new build or a gut renovation, natural light is the great equalizer. Despite light’s transformative power, standardized window sizes remain a mainstay in home improvement centers. While there’s nothing wrong with the ease and convenience of stock windows, we know that one size doesn’t (and shouldn’t) always fit all.

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Home Renovation Ideas

Aric Gitomer Architect

Residential architects love renovations. Most of them suggest that the best home renovations are those that respect the original structure and enlighten it from a modern and contemporary perspective. So, it’s fair to retain some of those features during renovation. Are you going for a partial or full renovation?

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Old Stones, New Buildings: 7 Iberian Residential Renovations Keeping the Mediterranean Spirit Alive

Architizer

This collection highlights seven incredible renovations from Spain and Portugal that blend the old and new, keeping historic elements intact while adapting them for modern living. The result is a unique dwelling complex that draws from its Mediterranean roots, while upholding contemporary living standards and sustainability parameters.

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ORA creates modern home in 500-year-old Czech Renaissance building

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Czech architecture studio ORA has renovated a Renaissance-era house in the town of Český Krumlov, preserving original features like its carved wooden beams while adding free-standing contemporary furniture. We wanted to organically connect the historical and contemporary layers."

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Lovely Louvers: 7 Modern Takes on a Tradition Window Blind Design

Architizer

Windows are fun because they enliven any space with natural light and effortlessly connect us to the world outside. However, architects should be wary of adopting windows too excessively. Luckily, louvers are an ideal counterpart to windows. Start an A+Firm Award Application today. . Bardales Urban Training Center.

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How to Modernize Your Home the Right Way: A Residential Architect’s Perspective

Aric Gitomer Architect

A modern home is today’s top trend when it comes to interiors. Changing consumer behavior is guiding residential architects toward uplifting and modernizing their designs. If you are preparing to sell or just in the mood for a change, residential architects could instantly add a contemporary feel to your home. Add New Lighting.