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

ArchDaily

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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Traditional design techniques are "alive and well" in Le Salon de Septembre exhibition

Deezen

Old and new blurred together in this exhibition at Paris ' GSL Gallery, which celebrated contemporary creatives who observe design traditions of the past. Guided by the motto "Remastering The Past", the collective thought it fitting for the show to highlight the fact that traditional design techniques are "very much alive and well".

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

Deezen

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.

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Artcraft tiles by Marazzi

Deezen

The Artcraft collection consists of small-size porcelain stoneware tiles in square, rectangular and hexagonal shapes, all combining a traditional look with contemporary manufacturing techniques. Material: porcelain Colours/finishes: Bianco, Sabbia, Argilla, Cotto, Calce, Pomice, Coccio Dimensions: 20 x 20 millimetres, 5.3

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5 Parameters to Craft a Comfortable Contemporary Best House Design

Design Thoughts Architects

In the world of architecture as well as interior design, contemporary best house design has become highly popular in recent times. Lighting Techniques: Customize your lighting based on each space’s functionality. Budget Allocation: Allocate a reasonable budget for finishing touches.

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Debris Block House blends contemporary design with sustainable practice

Habitus Living

Embodying the shared interests of founders Eliza Higgins and Cyrus Patell, the Debris Block House is “interested in evolving a language of contemporary architecture in India by challenging the typical assumptions/expectations of local materials and techniques in our practice,” as Patell explains.

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Alternative Building Techniques

DesignScape Architects

There are so many reasons to consider using alternative building techniques for your project. Alternative building techniques are often far more sustainable than traditional construction methods and may also provide the perfect aesthetic for your dream home. The term ‘Rammed earth’ is rather self-explanatory.