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Pass-Through Windows: Inspiring the Design of Easy-Open Spaces

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Cortesia de Western Window Systems The desire for fluid integration between spaces has become increasingly relevant in contemporary architecture. This reflects a search for more connected and harmonious living experiences, especially in urban environments, where the cityscape can saturate us.

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Ten inspiring living spaces punctuated by structural columns

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In the past, the structural components of buildings were often concealed within walls; however, this changed with the increase in popularity of open-plan spaces over the course of the 20th century. This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive.

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IKEA completes bookcase-inspired store in Vienna, Austria

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Austria-based architecture office querkraft has completed an IKEA furniture store in the country’s capital Vienna , whose exterior was inspired by bookcases. From the ground level, a generous void extends up the building, visually linking the five retail floors occupied by IKEA. The top two.

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Unleashing the Beauty of Nature and Transforming Interior Spaces

ArchDaily

The marble tiles in the pavilion are iconic elements, symbolizing the architect's commitment to quality materials, craftsmanship, and the creation of spaces that inspire and transcend time. Through clean lines and smooth plans, the project stands out as a landmark of modernism. Read more »

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Transforming Your Home Office Corner: A Space That Inspires

The Architecture Designs

But not everyone has a dedicated room, often fitting their workspace into a corner of shared living spaces. If you’re in this situation, you might wonder how to make your home office corner not only functional but also comfy and inspiring. Foldable Desks: Save space with desks that can be folded or collapsed when not in use.

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Winter Visual Arts Center, Franklin & Marshall by Steven Hall Architects

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On the historic campus of Franklin & Marshall College, the new Winter Visual Arts Center takes shape as a raised pavilion formed by the site’s 200-year old trees, the oldest elements of the campus. A new campus destination for all students, the building’s spaces aim to evoke the creative energy involved in teaching and making art.

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Creative Calculations: 6 Precise Projects Inspired by the Fibonacci Sequence

Architizer

Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. Fibonacci numbers and the golden ratio have been used throughout the centuries in art, design and architecture to create balance and visual harmony. The result was an outer space symphony that enveloped the senses.