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Rain Studio combines raw and reclaimed materials for "native yet contemporary" home

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Raw, tactile materials including clay tiles, earthenware pots and compressed earth bricks define this courtyard home near Chennai, India , designed by local practice Rain Studio. The structure was built from a combination of reclaimed and regional materials, which were left raw wherever possible. The photography is by Yash R Jain.

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Coppin Dockray turns mid-century Hampstead House into contemporary family home

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It was barely insulated, the roof was failing," the studio's co-founder Sandra Coppin told Dezeen. It first identified key aspects of the house that were important to retain, such as the spatial sequence and material qualities of the building. Post-war buildings are notoriously flimsy and thermally volatile."

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From Classic to Contemporary: Discover 5 Pioneering Villa Designs

Design Thoughts Architects

Environmentally friendly materials constitute these modern villas. As we delve into this topic, it becomes evident that the essence of contemporary villa design is a harmonious blend of comfort, style, and mindful living. These features and the I sections on the roof slab present an elegant facade that breaks conventional norms.

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Abandoned mining buildings turned into a "sanctuary for human connection" in Taiwan

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The existing industrial structures were retained "Mineless aims to integrate contemporary uses into the ancient and decaying functional spaces, creating rich and vibrant scenes," explained the studio. "In Project credits: Architect: Divooe Zein Architects Client: Mineless Execution: C.C.H The photography is by Justin Kao.

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The Arched Home Design: A Contemporary Classic

Design Thoughts Architects

The Arched Home Design: A Contemporary Classic. But for this family from Tumkur, the most important thing was to have a contemporary-style home with plenty of space. We have designed this contemporary arched home design with a traditional touch, as a reminder of the life they lived before in Tumkur. Floors: G+3. BUA: 4300 SFT.

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Signum Architecture Designs Contemporary Winery & Hospitality Experience at Domaine Fondugues Pradugues

Architizer

After visiting several of our wineries in the Napa Valley, including CADE Estate, our client asked us to design a contemporary winery that would also speak to the rich agricultural vernacular in Southern France, and align with the property’s existing residence. What drove the selection of materials used in the project?

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Emil Eve uses natural materials to bring "sense of calm" to renovated London home

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The owners of the end-terrace house on Waghorn Street in Peckham tasked Emil Eve with adapting the interior to provide bright, contemporary spaces for living and entertaining. The clients requested the use of natural materials in the extension. Emil Eve has added a timber-framed extension to a Victorian house.

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