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Traditional cabins inform mountain retreat in the Ukrainian Carpathians

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Krasnyk House's form mimics the typical architecture of the Hutsuls – an ethnic group from the mountains of western Ukraine – and blends it with contemporary materials and finishes. Materials and finishes were selected to create a modern interior experience "When you enter the house, you immediately feel comfort and peace.

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Muza Lab's resort interiors are informed by Greek culture and landscapes

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Muza Lab was informed by the area's history and culture when developing the overall design scheme, as well as drawing on six natural elements – fire, water, earth, air, metal and light. Textural local stone and marble are also used across the scheme, uniting the spaces by underpinning them with naturally occurring materials found in Greece.

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Farm buildings inform Sonoma ADU by Schwartz and Architecture

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Its design was informed by surrounding farm structures "How might we use the qualities of these decaying yet compelling utilitarian buildings as the jumping off point for a modern wine country design?" Exterior walls are wrapped in Alaskan yellow cedar with a weathered finish.

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Stacks of timber inform "inspirational" industrial units by dRMM

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Read: Haworth Tompkins unveils "UK's first multi-storey light-industrial scheme" Cross-laminated timber was chosen for the structure to minimise construction time and material waste. It is left exposed throughout to eliminate the need for additional finishes. Named Industria, it is made up of two checkerboard-patterned wings.

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Seven cosy living rooms with industrial material palettes

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Living rooms with tactile brick , concrete and wood surfaces feature in this lookbook , which shows that opting for industrial materials doesn't have to sacrifice cosiness. Typically informed by old and unrefined factories, lofts and warehouses, industrial-style interiors are a go-to for many contemporary designers.

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Architectural Details: Why Metal Is the Perfect Material for Dynamic Educational Projects

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As designers imagine the future of educational buildings, the values and materials of today will inform school environments for decades to come. Photo by Rachel Godbe Turning structural staircases into textural focal points, BŌK Modern fabricated their panels from 14GA steel with a primer and powder-coated finish for durability.

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Traditional Czech dwellings inform mountain home by Mar.s Architects

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This led the Prague-based studio to reference the shapes and materiality of the area's typical stone and timber dwellings in its design. A plinth made from local stone creates a level base for the home The centre of Family House Dolní Malá Úpa contains a living, kitchen and dining space finished in dark wood, which Mar.s