ArchDaily

OCTOBER 5, 2023

RT Residence / Jacobsen Arquitetura © Pedro Kok Wood in contemporary construction is often associated with coziness, simplicity, and a certain sense of nobility.

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ArchDaily

JULY 21, 2023

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). Abijo Mosque, Lagos showing laterite texture.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 29, 2023

London’s contemporary architectural landscape continues to evolve, in part through the works of internationally-recognized architects such as Norman Foster, Zaha Hadid, and Thomas Heatherwick. This varied blend of styles, and ways of expression reflects the city’s ability to embrace architectural movements of global significance.

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Avontuura

JULY 9, 2022

A small island nation located in the North Atlantic, Iceland is best known for its natural features including volcanoes, geysers, hot springs and lava fields. And while its landscapes attract most of the attention, the architecture packs a mean punch as well.

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Deezen

JANUARY 24, 2024

According to Arquitectonica , the design for the structure was informed by natural formations and the movement of wind, water and sand in Oahu, the third largest in the chain of islands that makes up the state of Hawaii. Its podium will also be covered in a glass curtain wall, with white paint-aluminium panels framing each of its sides.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

MAY 22, 2023

In this article, we’ll explore some wooden inspiration for your home, and offer tips and ideas for using this natural material to add warmth and beauty to your living spaces. Oak, maple, and cherry are popular choices for their durability and natural beauty, while exotic woods like teak and Brazilian cherry offer a more dramatic look.

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Architizer

MAY 23, 2022

As wealthy foreigners and locals continue to build, we see a new wave of contemporary designs within the traditional Basque landscape. The following six projects demonstrate that when a deep appreciation for Basque heritage is present, contemporary architecture can harmonize with the traditional landscape.

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Deezen

JUNE 19, 2023

These suspended sheets of fabric are a contemporary update of the traditional Japanese design element of ‘noren', meaning curtains or hanging divider panels. Furthermore, they dialogue with natural light during the day and with artificial light in the evening." The sink was made of a grey-tinted natural stone called Moltrasio.

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Deezen

JUNE 15, 2024

The colour green is widely known to have a calming and comforting effect, thanks to its links to the natural world. The tiles reflect green-tinged light into the room, helping to create a natural, soothing atmosphere. This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Image credit: Dedar The exploration of Texturologie continues to be centred on light or natural colours but is also accompanied by some more pronounced chromatic statements. Savoir-faire and an in-depth knowledge of fibres foster a beauty permeated with that of nature: tree bark, rocks and mosses inhabit expressive and comfortable fabrics.

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Deezen

APRIL 29, 2024

The interior scheme complements the existing restrained colour palette of the natural stones' soft hues of green-grey, beige and blue tones. The post The Hoxton Vienna offers "contemporary take on the Wiener Werstätte arts and craft movement" appeared first on Dezeen. Photography is by Julius Hirtzberger.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Among the experts to share insights on the material was Aurore Baulier, an ACAN Natural Materials Group co-ordinator, who called on architects to embrace stone's natural qualities. This week, Stone Age 2.0 Sections of the stone walls have been perforated to cool the space down and shade it from the sun.

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Hotel Designs

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Finally, Marvel Onyx Quartz was inspired by a natural stone from the Orient with a distinctive soft pink color traversed by elegant white lines. Image credit: Atlas Concorde Contemporary design, timeless elegance and understated luxury are the traits that best define the style of the Marvel World family and Marvel Onyx fits right in.

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Deezen

JULY 9, 2023

For our latest lookbook , Dezeen has selected eight examples of rustic yet contemporary interiors , including but not limited to an apartment in Sao Paulo and a Tuscan boutique hotel. Rustic interiors have a strong focus on natural and aged materials as well as traditional wooden or stone furnishings.

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Building and Interiors

AUGUST 17, 2023

Wood holds the advantage of being perhaps the sole renewable natural raw material with a proven historical endurance. From ancient wood stilt houses and grand temples to contemporary timber skyscrapers, it has consistently ranked among the most coveted resources for both re-manufacturing and structural uses.

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Dwell

MAY 7, 2024

This quiet escape, asking $2.7M, is a fusion of contemporary architecture and the great outdoors. At night in the winter months, cozy up by the wood fireplace and witness the raw beauty of nature unfold as snow blankets the landscape. The lower level, encased in weathering Cor-Ten steel, blends into the rocky backdrop.

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Habitus Living

AUGUST 7, 2023

Exhibited throughout Carriageworks, the aim of Installation Contemporary is to showcase works that extend beyond the traditional booth presentation. Courtesy the artist and Moore Contemporary. Presented by Moore Contemporary. A sculptural work that speaks to the poetics and potency of a still life. Presented by Neon Parc.

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Deezen

AUGUST 27, 2023

Originally constructed in the post-war period between 1945 and 1969, mid-century homes have proved enduringly popular due to their prescient emphasis on natural light, clean lines, open floor plans and humble materials such as wood, stone and concrete.

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Deezen

JUNE 13, 2023

Danish design practice Natural Material Studio has unveiled its Human Nature exhibition, which featured compostable biofoam seating and biomaterial textiles, at 3 Days of Design. We created a lot of materials for this exhibition, I think around 150 square metres," Natural Material Studio founder Bonnie Hvillum told Dezeen.

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Deezen

MARCH 14, 2024

Cupaclad was designed to have a natural, clean aesthetic that aims to adapt to any style of building, from the traditional to the contemporary. We offer] a natural product which has less environmental impact than any other alternative materials for roofs and façades." Find out more about Dezeen partnership content here.

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Hotel Designs

MARCH 13, 2024

The client’s original brief requested interiors that celebrated the residential nature of the project using contemporary lines but retaining a timeless quality. As part of this, and as a way of further celebrating the region’s cultural heritage, the hotel also collaborated with renowned Qatari contemporary artist, Shouq Al-Mana.

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Habitus Living

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

As such, the design aesthetic draws from an eclectic blend of traditional and contemporary Indian design elements including cement oxide floors, wood ceilings, rattan furniture, and Indian stones and marbles. The small indoor bathroom, for example, is entirely clad with a natural, yellow, Indian Marble.

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Design Thoughts Architects

MAY 10, 2023

The client was keen on contemporary house design, and we at Design Thoughts Architects were up for the challenge. This blog will describe how Design Thoughts, one of the Modern Residential Architects in Bangalore, approached designing a contemporary house. Our open floor plan enables natural light to flood the space.

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Hotel Designs

JANUARY 25, 2024

Image credit: Meliá Hotels International 94 contemporary villas follow a sleek and minimalist style with interiors dressed in luxury European brands and nods to the surrounding environment; the Ocean Front Villa’s dining room walls are adorned with a mosaic of dark sea blue stones to mimic the undulating waves of the ocean.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Image © Kavin Kumar La Sa Natural light , fresh air , and a constant, comfortable temperature. By expanding and increasing the use of glass in contemporary building facades , we can increase natural light. These are three of the most basic components we need in our interior spaces.

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Habitus Living

MAY 9, 2023

During the build, we tried to keep as much of the heritage fabric visible as we could but at the same time create a more contemporary layer that represents where Fitzroy is at now,” says David Goss, Director Studio Goss. The materials we chose with David were selected to make the space feel warm and inviting.

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Architonic

JUNE 15, 2023

One interior style that makes use of them more than any other: contemporary. By borrowing elements from several prominent styles and combining them into a harmonic whole, contemporary interiors stay current even as trends move on.</p> With the introduction o…

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The Architecture Designs

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The natural beauty can be found in various shades of black and grey and can be crafted into multiple shapes and sizes. Natural slate is remarkably durable, fire resistant and naturally waterproof. Natural slate roofing has a service life of greater than 100 years, often with little or no maintenance.

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Dwell

JUNE 16, 2022

Armadillo has added two handcrafted rugs to their collection that celebrate the beauty of jute and reimagine traditional techniques for contemporary living. The raw texture of the Mesa rug adds depth and natural beauty to contemporary interiors. Here, two rugs have been used to create clear zones within an open space.

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Architizer

JULY 7, 2023

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. Revisiting the typologies of the past through a contemporary lens can yield exciting, fresh perspectives. Order your copy today.

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Deezen

JANUARY 21, 2024

Mixed and matched with other patterns, the material is now used to communicate a kind of organic understated luxury, much like natural stone. This week's lookbook rounds up eight interiors with furnishings and surfaces finished in burl-wood veneer, allowing its swirly, psychedelic graining to serve a decorative function.

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Deezen

APRIL 29, 2022

That diversity is reflected in the country's thriving contemporary architecture scene, which draws on a number of materials and styles. From humble brick homes in the city to sprawling hillside villas, our latest roundup features 10 Mexican houses from the Dezeen archive. I zar Houses, Valle de Bravo, by Taller ADG and Estudio MDB.

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Architizer

JANUARY 16, 2023

The recent projects below illustrate how architects are drawing from this rich natural and historical heritage to create unique styles of concrete construction. This multi-residential project by Cherem Arquitectos on the outskirts of Mexico City is the contemporary equivalent of the traditional Mexican Hacienda. Casa Candelaria.

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The Architecture Designs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In the heart of the Bay Area, where innovation and progress thrive, it’s no wonder that modern and contemporary landscape design has found its place. Today, we delve into the world of landscaping in this dynamic region, exploring how traditional charm meets the sleek lines and functional elegance of modern and contemporary elements.

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Architizer

MARCH 19, 2024

Through the renovation project, a series of arches of different forms and sizes were opened in the existing walls, complementing the architectural style of the house, while freeing up the interior space and improving natural ventilation and the entry of sunlight through the big arched windows. Architects: Want to have your project featured?

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Design Thoughts Architects

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

We are thrilled to share five of our portfolio’s most notable projects with contemporary house designs in the following blog post. These projects include a contemporary urban chic, a minimalistic charm, a contemporary villa in a triangle, a fusion of heritage and modern design, and a rustic contemporary.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 25, 2024

It involves a dynamic interaction between built spaces and the surrounding natural context. They span from practical considerations such as natural materials and renewable energy sources to broader aspects like integrating and appreciating local culture. Many factors link architecture and the environment. Read more »

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