A4 Architects

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The Preservation Society of Newport County has recently undergone one of the most complex projects in its history, focusing on both interior and exterior elements of the Gilded Age monument. The McDonalds were honored for successfully modernizing their 850-square-foot home, all while maintaining its historic charm and character.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The brief asked for a high quality, modern and flexible commercial office building that responded to the modern 24/7 lifestyle," Hopkins Architects told Dezeen. It has a curved and tiered exterior. The post Hopkins Architects adapts deep-plan office in London to suit "modern 24/7 lifestyle" appeared first on Dezeen.

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aasarchitecture

MAY 24, 2024

Regardless of their modernity, his white buildings continue the ageless tradition of white-washed houses around Mediterranean, reminding us of the historical fact that this formal severe white vernacular architecture inspired early modernism.

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Deezen

MARCH 12, 2024

To achieve this, the studio took cues from the area's topography and history, as well as its modern condition as a more industrialised area. The photography is courtesy of JSW Foundation. The form of the building is an abstract 'space of flows' through which people move," said Padora.

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Dwell

JULY 18, 2023

When Geoffrey MacDougall decided to buy a quaint, circa-1815 farmhouse in the Catskills, he was standing in six inches of water in the basement, surrounded by its crumbling stone foundation and rusted-out mechanical systems. Before: Exterior Before: The home was in extreme disrepair, but its form appealed to the family.

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Architizer

AUGUST 11, 2022

It was important to prove that sustainable architecture can have a modern aesthetic. Often overhangs are clunky in nature and are avoided even-though they serve an important role in sending runoff water away from the buildings foundations. The charred cedar exterior contrasts strongly with the houses light interiors.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The original foundation was also preserved, as was a retaining wall made of dry-stacked stone. Shor House was constructed from salvaged lumber and Corten steel Much of the lumber from the project came from a house and barn that formally sat on the site and were carefully disassembled, so their parts could be reused.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 12, 2022

Before: Exterior The foundation was crumbling, and the home needed a major overhaul to be brought back to life. Staci Marengo After: Exterior A coat of white paint freshened up the exterior. Modern is much harder to design, but we kept everything more minimal here—less color." We are known for color.

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Deezen

JULY 6, 2023

In Situ Studio has renovated and expanded the mid-century modern childhood home of musician James Taylor in Chapel Hill, North Carolina , into a multi-building complex for two art collectors. The team has experience refurbishing mid-century modern homes in North Carolina, having overhauled a 1959 brick ranch-style home in Raleigh in 2017.

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Architizer

JULY 31, 2022

The owners wanted a modern two-bedroom house, a welcoming space that would create a calm separation between work and home. Both were addressed by the materials chosen for the exterior. The steel exterior is weatherproof and meets bushfire safety requirements. Budget: 500K – 1M. © Cumulus Studio. © Cumulus Studio.

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Deezen

JANUARY 18, 2023

Courtesy of Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. Courtesy of Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. Working with plans for unbuilt projects and photographs of demolished ones, David Romero created colourful visualisations of the interiors and exteriors of Wright's work. Courtesy of Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. "In

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Deezen

JANUARY 25, 2024

The redo involved jacking up the original house, fixing the foundations, and plunking the simple, two-storey gabled box back down on top of a new garage," said local studio D'Arcy Jones Architects. The garage's exterior is meant to blend with the rest of the house.

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Deezen

JULY 2, 2024

The black exterior draws from the design of the surrounding farm structures on the site. The aim was to add something new but elevate the historic buildings and also the old basement foundation on which the new house is built," she continued. "At

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Dwell

APRIL 9, 2024

Weak foundations, leaky roofs, and poor insulation, among other problems, have reportedly caused headaches for homeowners again and again over the decades. In keeping with that, their work has been focused on maintaining the home as it was designed in 1938—not extensively updating it for modern life.

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Dwell

APRIL 11, 2023

Many of these houses were designed by noted Portland architects, like Van Evera Bailey , who collectively created the Northwest modern style: pitched overhanging roofs, large expanses of glass, and extensive wood. Before: Exterior Before: The house lacked natural light, as it only had small punched windows.

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Urban Design Associates

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Continue those organic curves with your furniture choices, selecting modern sofas and tables with soft, rounded edges. The grand entry courtyard is adorned with sturdy viga beams and a smooth stucco exterior. Neutral palettes and a simple flowing design don’t go out of style and can be foundational for layering with other styles.

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Dwell

MARCH 28, 2023

Emblematic of its style, the house, set on a sandstone foundation, retains its Federation character to the street: An asymmetrical, white-painted weatherboard exterior maintains the civic optimism of the period through fine timber details and fretwork. A lifetime of exquisite mementos, artifacts, and books round out the new work.

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Urban Design Associates

MARCH 18, 2022

You want a modern remodel with clean lines and a sophisticated look, but the minimalism that often accompanies the modern style can set unrealistic standards for an actual lived-in home. Incorporate Organic Materials Another way to make a modern remodel more inviting is to bring in nature. That doesn’t have to be the case.

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Urban Design Associates

MARCH 18, 2022

You want a modern remodel with clean lines and a sophisticated look, but the minimalism that often accompanies the modern style can set unrealistic standards for an actual lived-in home. Another way to make a modern remodel more inviting is to bring in nature. Or worse, the rooms don’t feel remotely comfortable.

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Architecture Ideas

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Key Considerations Before Building Your Own House The idea to build your own house can be challenging if you don’t begin on a firm foundation. Prepare the Site for the Foundation Tentative Timeline 1 Month Estimated Cost $8,385 Once you receive approvals and permits for your land, the journey to build your own home begins.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 21, 2023

Sunlight enters through gaps in the exterior Narrow gaps where the bamboo forms overlap allow diffuse sunlight to enter, and their structure has been left exposed to form the internal ceilings. Along the entrances, gently curving mud foundations invite comfortable lounging.

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 11, 2014

Home / Construction / Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress Bob Borson — June 12, 2014 — 73 Comments On the residential part of our practice, we do a lot of pier and beam foundations. Here is a typical wall section through a pier and beam foundation.

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Deezen

JULY 27, 2024

Other lounge spaces featured below use modernised paper lamp designs in angular shapes, popularised by Noguchi in the 1950s, to complement mid-century modern furnishings. Maintained by the nonprofit Eames Foundation, the home's mid-century modern decor closely matches the way the Eames lived in it until their deaths.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Envisioned as a "modern, minimalist" cabin for a couple who are avid mountain bikers, the house is designed to withstand the area's strong winds and harsh winter weather. A patio sits between the cabin and workshop, serving as an "exterior room protected from the wind". The shell's orangish hue alludes to the colour of soil.

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Architecture Ideas

MAY 2, 2023

Its stunning architecture blends traditional and modern styles for intellectual exchange. The exterior features four solid facades to limit solar heat gain and direct sunlight exposure. The post Discover The Africa Institute by David Adjaye first appeared on Architectural Ideas – Inspiring Interior & Exterior Building Designs.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Cowboy Modern Eco-Retreat By Jeremy Levine Design , Joshua Tree, California Inspired by Pioneertown’s Old West architecture and the stark desert landscape, the 1,200-square-foot (111 square meters) Cowboy Modern Desert Eco-Retreat is a sustainable family getaway designed to blend with nature.

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Architecture Ideas

JANUARY 31, 2024

Dive deep into the essential tips to navigate your farmhouse renovation, ensuring you maintain its unique character while adding modern comforts. Prioritizing Structural Integrity After setting your budget, you must ensure the structural integrity of your farmhouse, as this forms the foundation of any successful renovation.

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Architecture Ideas

MARCH 20, 2023

The building’s foundation is also a crucial factor in its stability. The foundation of the Burj Khalifa is an enormous concrete slab that is over 13 feet thick and weighs over 58,000 tons. The foundation distributes the weight of the building over a large area, preventing it from sinking or tilting.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 13, 2023

HTA Design worked with developer Tide to complete the project and it was built from 1,725 volumetric modular units that were placed around a concrete core and above a concrete foundation.

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A4 Architects

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Comparison of Steeple Designs The design of the exterior of Trinity Church seems strongly modeled upon St. Her design aimed to restore the area’s original urban character while incorporating modern elements. Martin in the Fields Church and James Gibb’s St. brought her unique vision to Newport.

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Architecture Ideas

MARCH 22, 2023

The tower’s foundation is a massive, 20-meter-deep concrete slab that weighs over 12,000 tons. This foundation is designed to provide the necessary stability and support for the tower, even in the face of strong winds and seismic activity. The tower’s exterior is clad in a curtain wall made up of aluminum and glass panels.

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aasarchitecture

AUGUST 20, 2024

Photo © Joan Guillamat The Foundations of a new alfact identity The strategic approach of the holiday project, conceived in 2016 with a long-term vision, took into account the different existing zones of the client in the same territory and placed the campsite as the epicentre of the transformation.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 21, 2022

The 12,000-square foot (1,100-square metre) centre sits on the foundations of a 1960s bathhouse, extending beyond the midcentury footprint on both ends. The centre sits on the foundations of a 1960s bathhouse. "As A cedar trellis wraps around the exterior. It features space for exhibitions.

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Santa Cruz Architect

JANUARY 7, 2024

A fresh coat of paint or new hardware can give old items a modern and stylish appearance. Enhance Curb Appeal The exterior of your home sets the tone for what’s inside. Consider the following tips for a stylish and inviting exterior: • Landscaping: Well-maintained landscaping can transform the appearance of your home.

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 15, 2014

Home / Modern House / Modern Window Detail – The CHouse Modern Modern Window Detail – The CHouse Modern Bob Borson — June 16, 2014 — 35 Comments It’s been 2 1/2 months since I last updated you on the CHouse Modern project and a lot has happened.

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Jane Griswold Radocchia

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This is the same order in which we layout buildings today; we simply use more modern tools. The exterior of the house would have been staked. Lines could have been tied to stakes for the men digging the foundation. Diagonals would have trued the foundation. Diagonals would have trued the foundation.

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Architizer

APRIL 30, 2024

At their core, these bridge-buildings are rooted in the ethos of integration and engagement, merging the built environment with the natural landscape, interior with exterior, and function with form. Designed with modern aesthetics and functionality, it deftly integrates classrooms with a pedestrian bridge below.

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