ArchDaily

MARCH 7, 2022

Its low height, its horizontal lines and, above all, its materiality make it a modern building in perfect harmony with the local nature. This is an extremely traditional and historic building technique, but which is rarely attributed to contemporary buildings. Read more ».

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Deezen

MARCH 9, 2023

The Striatus bridge makes use of historic masonry construction techniques and modern technology explains Zaha Hadid Architects associate director Shajay Bhooshan in this instalment of Dezeen's Concrete Icons video series produced in collaboration with Holcim. The concrete ink is deposited layer by layer," he explained.

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Hotel Designs

JANUARY 22, 2024

” Image credit: Sauda Imam Under the spotlight of this curated collection, Sauda Imam’s brand weaves a mesmerising tapestry that seamlessly connects Nigeria’s storied heritage with the contemporary world. Rooted in a passionate commitment to preserve traditional weaving techniques, her creations breathe new life into age-old artistry.

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The Spaces

AUGUST 21, 2023

Long-held craft methods and materials have been used to create the textured backdrop of this Antiparos restaurant, a contemporary interpretation of Greek design. Antiparos is the sister of Paros and is smaller, quieter and more relaxed in comparison. Courtesy Manhattan Projects Photography: Yiorgos Kaplanidis.

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Traditional cabinets are usually crafted from materials like quarter-sawn oak, which results in a deep, expressive finish that was popular in most turn-of-the-20th-century houses. To achieve its antique look, cabinet makers use techniques such as glazing, distressing, and lacquering to create a time-worn appearance.

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Design Thoughts Architects

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

In the world of architecture as well as interior design, contemporary best house design has become highly popular in recent times. Equipped with clean lines, open spaces, and a focus on functionality, modern homes feature a cozy and chic dwelling experience. Ever wonder what makes a house truly liveable and comfortable?

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Deezen

MAY 20, 2023

Marcel Wanders , Stefano Giovannoni and Elena Salmistraro are among a group of international designers to have put a contemporary spin on the traditional Korean craft of mother-of-pearl inlay, in a collaboration with local artisans. I really want mother-of-pearl to be one of the luxury materials." But I'm trying to cheer them up.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

From the iconic spires of the State Capitol to the new, modern structures punctuating the skyline, Denver’s architecture tells a story of resilience and changing identity. Careful engineering resulted in connections using conventional fabrication techniques, such as bolts and welds, while maintaining aesthetic minimalism.

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Habitus Living

DECEMBER 5, 2023

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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DesignRulz

JANUARY 13, 2024

It’s about creating a harmonious outdoor space that complements contemporary architecture. For a modern, this might mean clean lines, geometric patterns, and a minimalist approach. The materials chosen, from the types of plants to hardscaping elements, are selected to harmonize with the exterior.

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Deezen

APRIL 18, 2024

Other design-related events taking place at the moment include Life Cycles: The Materials of Contemporary Design , Christien Meindertsma: Re-forming Waste and I Will Follow the Ship. Pioneering methods for using overlooked materials such as fungi and manure are on display. Photo by Studio Periphery.

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Santa Cruz Architect

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In an age where sustainability and environmental consciousness are at the forefront of architectural innovation, ancient building techniques are experiencing a renaissance. Modern rammed-earth technology combines traditional wisdom with contemporary engineering, offering a sustainable solution to contemporary construction challenges.

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Architecture Ideas

MAY 4, 2022

The Material. Your next decision to make a statement staircase is to decide the material you’re going to use. One of the most modern and stylish approaches is to use metal. However, while material and shape play an important part in creating a statement staircase. Source: designcafe.com. Balustrades. Source: hzcdn.com.

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Habitus Living

JULY 18, 2023

The 20 th century was in many ways defined architecturally by the long emergence, struggle for (or against) and broad victory of Modernism. With by an emphasis on rationalism, applied using modern construction techniques and materials, it was a movement that claimed universal validity.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Among them are furnishings crafted using local Taiwanese wood and digital manufacturing techniques, beach toys made from recycled fish scales and elaborate 3D-printed cutlery with contrasting stone handles. Through these endeavours, they continuously breathe new life into Taiwan's rich craftsmanship tradition."

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 25, 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. Shou sugi ban, originally known as yakisugi, is an ancient wood-burning technique developed in Japan centuries ago. Order your copy today.

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Architizer

AUGUST 15, 2022

Rural living has for long existed in the human imagination as a mythical refuge where we might be able to escape our modern distractions: a bucolic place where life is simpler, living is intricately tied to the land, and one’s days can be spent cultivating fields and tending to flocks of sheep. A Restorative Retreat for Sartfell.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 12, 2022

The former House of Commerce — one of the few architectural examples of Soviet modernism in Norilsk — was selected as the site for the museum. The exhibition areas for contemporary art in the building represent two fundamentally different types of space. Arctic Museum of Modern Art Gallery. © Nowadays office. © Nowadays office.

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Deezen

MAY 13, 2024

Also included is a collection of garments informed by how people's use of nature and landscapes is limited by access laws and an embroidery project focusing on craft techniques that takes cues from themes of both femininity and the grotesque. I connect with these themes through materiality, process and communication through stitch.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 1, 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. The post Modern Vernacular: Emerging Firm of the Year Studio Toggle on Pioneering Cross-Cultural Architecture appeared first on Journal.

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Architonic

AUGUST 22, 2023

The "Asian reimagined" apartment located in Ari, Bangkok, Thailand, embodies a captivating fusion of traditional Asian aesthetics and cultural elements with a contemporary twist. Carefully curated traditional patterns enrich the environment with cultural depth and captivating visual allure.

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aasarchitecture

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The project for the House in Tuscany aims to be very respectful of tradition and the idyllic environment in which it is located, but also respond to a contemporary and personal vision of architecture. The pool is integrated into the rural environment by referring to the irrigation pools of the agricultural farms in the area.

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Deezen

JUNE 13, 2023

Designed as a peaceful place to display art, the small gallery combines the traditional barn form with modern construction techniques. The aspect of modern design is the fabrication side of this project," he continued. "As Boano Prišmontas designed the curve of the arch to create a high space that can accommodate larger pieces.

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Deezen

AUGUST 5, 2022

I'm interested in the idea of material imagination and how our experience of buildings is often informed by deeply rooted imaginative themes," he added. This project is about using history as a creative resource to inform new hybrid objects that combine contemporary and historical elements.".

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Deezen

MARCH 17, 2024

Van Duysen chose to retain much of the building's historic character while introducing some surprising contemporary details. A minimal material palette comprising Venetian stucco walls, stone flooring and off-white painted ceilings allows the original details to stand out.

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Dwell

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

s new Modern Collection infuses a high-tech aesthetic with contemporary glamour. The brand’s new Modern Collection presents state-of-the-art lighting that equally prioritizes artistry and performance. The brand combines decades of manufacturing experience with a drive to constantly expand and redefine what is new and "modern."

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Deezen

APRIL 4, 2024

Gaetano Pesce (top) created icons of Italian design such as the Up5 chair (above) Moving against the stream of rational, functional modernism in the 1960s and early 70s, Pesce experimented with materials and production methods to create furniture pieces imbued with political or religious meaning for brands from Cassina to B&B Italia.

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Santa Cruz Architect

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Contemporary homes in the United States showcase a diverse range of styles that merge tradition with modernity. This article explores twelve common contemporary American residential architectural styles, highlighting their unique features, influences, and contributions to the evolving architectural landscape.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Held at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo , the show is an extensive Dior retrospective that has previously been exhibited in London, Denver and New York. The scenography merges Japanese traditional spaces, materials, and techniques, with very grand, contemporary shapes and architectural forms."

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Architizer

DECEMBER 13, 2022

On the one hand, the fertile agricultural void of the rural environment of La Vega in the city of Granada where the periphery is shown through its other “cities”: dotted and unstructured urban developments, agricultural infrastructures, contemporary ruins of abandoned farms, shopping centers and, of course, the industrial parks.

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Building and Interiors

MARCH 19, 2022

The Indian building material market has been showing an impressive upward trend for the use of wood in building projects coming up across the country. The sustainability aspect has been an important element contributing to the increasing consumption of wood in the building materials market. CEPT University Workshop.

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Habitus Living

MARCH 19, 2024

Whether it’s the elegant simplicity of a traditional tea house, the iconic contours of Shinto shrines or the intricate joinery of a traditional lattice, they all embody the essence of Japanese design – a timeless aesthetic that celebrates natural materials, patient craftsmanship, and a profound respect for form and function.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The design emphasises how a meticulous integration of stone, coupled with design elements that accentuate its natural hues and textures, can significantly elevate sustainability benchmarks compared to conventional materials. The piece represents a harmonious blend of age-old stonemasonry techniques and modern engineering innovations.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Across China, this architectural philosophy is gaining remarkable traction, reflecting a unique cultural junction of reverence and rapid modernization. The seven A+Award winners highlighted showcase innovative structures and materials that have created spaces that are both forward-thinking and multi-layered in time.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 30, 2023

"Formerly known as '3D Design', this course allows you to join a community of staff and students eager to explore the potential for beauty, usefulness and meaning in contemporary material culture. Shiver by Fred Dunbar "This is a material-led project that aims to reimagine and challenge the conventional norms of material finishes.

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Deezen

JANUARY 6, 2023

Guatemalan design studio Cinco x Cinco used a mix of contemporary and artisanal techniques for its third collection of furniture , The Sum of Small Parts, which won the highest honour at Design Week Mexico 2022. The aim was to create a collection that utilises craft in modern designs.

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The Architecture Designs

MARCH 29, 2023

Recycled Materials for a Textured Wall: source: pinterest.com Using recycled materials can add unique texture and character to your bedroom walls. So create unique diy wall texture painting ideas from recycled material and make your bedroom more attractive.

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