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Brick Houses in Spain: Modern Masonry Design for Home Interiors and Exteriors

ArchDaily

© Adria Goula The ample supply, durability, and affordability of brick makes it one of the most widely used and iconic materials in Spanish architecture, especially within the Mudejar tradition. Read more »

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Kenyatta International Convention Center: A Modernist Icon of Post-Colonial African Architecture

ArchDaily

The modern and futuristic architecture of Sub-Saharan Africa reflects the aspirations and progressive spirit that dominated the early years of independence for many countries in this region between the late 1950s and early 1960s. Kenyatta International Conference Centre. Shutterstock Image.

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Eight kitchens with striking material palettes of contrasting colours and textures

Deezen

In this lookbook , we collect eight kitchens that contrast rough and smooth textures, glossy and grainy surfaces, and a variety of colours for an overall eye-catching interior. The kitchens in this roundup exemplify how a combination of seemingly clashing materials can create a rich and interesting palette.

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Eight streamlined art deco interiors with elegant material mixes

Deezen

For our latest lookbook we have collected eight art deco interiors, ranging from a mews courtyard house in London to a loft in an iconic Los Angeles tower. Among the materials used to create interiors with the art deco feels are marble , stone and brass.

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Modern Texas Farmhouse by Cosan Studio

Archinect

The Texas Limestone found throughout the majority of the exterior and interior of the home was sourced from a local quarry. Natural cedar siding, aged to a beautiful silver-gray patina, was used on secondary facades as a contrasting material to the stone and metal roof.

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Bold Materials Usher This Traditional Barn Into the Modern Era

Dwell

Photo by Jeffrey Totaro For the home’s structural shell, the MaMo team made use of insulated concrete formwork (ICF), making it possible to play with depth at the home’s exterior and introduce recesses and cantilevers. "We All-black exterior cladding includes charred wood siding by reSAWN, and corrugated metal siding by ATAS.

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Ten modern homes with interiors informed by biophilic design

Deezen

In this lookbook , we've gathered 10 interiors with soothing biophilic designs. The design principle can be used in architecture and interior design through the use of natural materials, as well as the integration of more natural light and green plants. Photo by Murray Fredericks. Find out more about Ribeirão Preto residence ›.