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Five contemporary uses of timber by Woodhull: Your Next Employer?

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Founded in 2003, the firm prioritizes “durability, honesty, and thoughtful use of materials” across its residential and commercial portfolio. “While we are always proud of the finished product, the thoughtful and intentional process of getting there defines us.”

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Residential business conditions weaken while remodeling remains popular, says AIA Home Design Trends Survey

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The American Institute of Architects has published its latest quarterly report on residential design in the United States. Image credit: American Institute of Architects According to data from architects on client expectations, ‘contemporary home styles’ remain the most popular feature, mentioned by 51% of clients.

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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. Contemporary elements contrast with the centuries-old building. The post La Firme reorganises centuries-old Montreal loft with contemporary finishes appeared first on Dezeen.

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Nine contemporary homes where ruins reveal layers of the past

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In this lookbook , we feature nine residential projects that demonstrate unique ways of interacting with a site's history by weaving existing ruins into their designs. For more inspiration see previous lookbooks featuring clever outbuilding interiors , homes with mid-century modern furniture and residential spaces with playful net floors.

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Reflect Architecture balances "contemporary art with family life" in Toronto house

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His approach was to create a deliberate "tension" between the need to display an extensive contemporary art collection – which includes pieces by Robert Mapplethorpe and Erik Madigan Heck – and fulfilling the needs of a family home. We wanted it to feel organic and fluid, and that required being playful. A 15-foot-long (4.5-metre)

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Eight contemporary bathrooms coloured with soothing shades of green

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Glazed tiles , waxed concrete and tactile plaster are among the surface finishes used to create the earthy green bathrooms featured in our latest lookbook. It is finished with a large mirror , utilitarian fixtures and an opal light bulb.

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

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The concept of reinterpreting traditional structures was carried through into Karai's finishes, with reclaimed and regional materials used throughout. The post Rain Studio combines raw and reclaimed materials for "native yet contemporary" home appeared first on Dezeen. The photography is by Yash R Jain.