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The Symbolism of Yakisugi: Explore the Beauty and Durability of this Wood in Contemporary Architecture

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RT Residence / Jacobsen Arquitetura © Pedro Kok Wood in contemporary construction is often associated with coziness, simplicity, and a certain sense of nobility. While wood has been a staple in architectural design, carbonized wood , known as yakisugi , is gaining significant attention as a finishing choice. Read more »

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Exploring Local Material in Contemporary Architecture: PWDC Transforms Building Surfaces in Nigeria

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Image © Mujib Ojeifo In Lagos , a city with a complex urban fabric that includes historical buildings and vast interpretations of contemporary architecture, lies PatrickWaheed Design Consulting (PWDC). These projects brought the Laterite finishing technique to life and now help build the case for a Nigerian architectural language.

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La Firme reorganises centuries-old Montreal loft with contemporary finishes

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Within the ensuite bathroom, a wall is finished in Calcatta marble that was bookmatched to create a subtle geometric pattern with the veins of the stone. Natural light comes in from the gallery space through a band of glass blocks, in a wink to 1980s condo design," La Firme explained. The apartment features a raised salon.

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Linea CFX from Hamilton – framed for an on-trend finishing touch

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Image credit: Hamilton A long-established designer range within its line-up of decorative wiring accessories, Linea CFX now consists of six collections: Rondo, Duo, Scala, Perlina, Georgian and Tetra – with the latest addition (Linea-Tetra CFX) launched in autumn/winter 2022.

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Trend watch: Burlington launches brushed nickel finish

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Hotel Designs Trend watch: Burlington launches brushed nickel finish Trend watch: Burlington launches brushed nickel finish Bathroom brand Burlington is embracing an industrial slant on tradition in its new brassware finish, brushed nickel… Burlington is no stranger to adding to an existing collection.

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Crosswater adds new finishes to its MPRO collection

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A result of expert design and beautifully meticulous craftsmanship, the collection uses only the finest components and materials to deliver unmatched flow performance, safety and water efficiency. Joining the existing finishes, the stunning new Brushed Bronze and Slate collections are inspired by shades found organically in the natural world.

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The Hoxton Vienna offers "contemporary take on the Wiener Werstätte arts and craft movement"

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Creative studio AIME Studio has converted the former administration building of the Chamber of Commerce in Vienna, which was originally designed by architect Carl Appel, into The Hoxton Vienna. Appel was known for shaping the "Second Ringstrasse" style of the post-war reconstruction period, which the studio referenced in its design.