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Sonn uses rough plaster finishes for "monolithic and sculptural" London extension

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Tropical modernism informed the plaster finishes of this extension in Hackney , London , which has been completed by local architecture studio Sonn. We took inspiration from 1970's tropical modernism through a mix of natural stone textures along with colourways of brown, green and beige," Robinson told Dezeen.

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MAD reveals design for Lishui Airport with swooping "bird-like" roof

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Chinese architecture studio MAD has unveiled its design for the Lishui Airport in China , which will feature a swooping white roof informed by soaring birds. The planning and design try to respect the original site while ensuring accessibility, highlighting the characteristics of a mountain airport, and aiming to inspire tourism," said MAD.

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Metal Roofing Vs. Standing Seam Roofing: Which Is Better?

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When it comes to roofing, the list of materials you can construct it out of may seem endless. Two popular options are metal roofing and standing seam roofing. This article compares metal roofing vs. standing seam roofing to help you determine which is better for your home or building. What Is Metal Roofing?

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Colorful Metal Inspiration

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Colorful Metal Inspiration 1 kcichowicz Mon, 05/01/2023 - 00:00 Voice of the Brand PAC-CLAD | Petersen Voice of the Brand Designing with architectural metal provides the opportunity to use a wide range of durable, low-maintenance colors and finishes that don’t dull or degrade over time. Want a personalized consultation?

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Eight inspirational bathrooms with tranquil sunken baths

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In this lookbook, we've gathered inspirational sunken bathtubs in homes from South Korea to Ukraine, including a peaceful sunken bath on a wood patio and a bath clad in green tiles. This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive.

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They Built Their Japanese-Inspired Home So That Their Children Could Inherit It

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The dramatic roof pitch makes the kitchen feel airy and light. Photo: Marnie Hawson Natalie and Lauren opted for high-quality finishes to ensure the kitchen would stand up to many years of use. A simple monochrome palette fits the homeowners’ minimalist aesthetic and echoes the charred cladding of the exterior.

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Budget Breakdown: In London, a Midcentury-Inspired Kitchen Update Leads to a $229K Home Revamp

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"We couldn’t get behind teak as a product, so we used FSC-certified European cherry that has less air miles than American cherry," explains architect Julia Hamson. The client was really pleased with the result." We made the most of it but it just feels so much more polished and clean now. It’s more grown up."