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Pergolas

SW Oregon Architect

The word "pergola" is derived from the Latin word "pergula," meaning a projecting eave. There are some conceptual parallels between the proverbial “ primitive hut ” and pergolas, particularly in terms of simplicity and the use of basic structural elements. Pergolas are ages old, dating back to ancient Egypt and Rome.

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Flea Folly Architects completes False Banana Pavilion at Kew Wakehurst

Deezen

The immersive artworks are each designed to promote public body Kew's international science and research projects. Its design is influenced by the tukul huts traditionally found in Ethiopia, where the Dorze people typically use enset leaves to line the interiors of their woven-bamboo buildings. The photography is by Jim Holden.

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Rugs by Sonya Winner Rug Studio among 16 new products on Dezeen Showroom

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The series includes a tile named Moss, which has a furry texture that represents the tactile qualities of moss, and a pattern called Leaf, which mimics the way leaves age over time. The Hut lounge bed is made up of Accoya wood slats that gently lean into the centre, with the option to add a curtain across the entrance for increased privacy.

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Serpentine Pavilion creates "a moment of wonder" says Lina Ghotmeh

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"The roof is like a leaf composed by pleated wooden elements, floating above the centre of the space," Ghotmeh explained. Fretwork panels are cut with leaf-like patterns Ghotmeh sourced low-carbon materials to build the pavilion, which is built predominantly from glulam and birch plywood.

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Tree House by the Lake is a home made from recycled materials in Vietnam

Deezen

Tree House by the Lake is a house by H2 "The aim of the project is to create a house that blends in with the woods," H2 told Dezeen. A walkway connects bedrooms through the house Tree House by the Lake's bathroom sits in a raised "leaf hut" incorporated within a curved recess of the top floor.

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"Playful and accessible spaces" wrap courtyard at Wayair School by Jeju Studio

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Jeju Studio has created a school in Tanzania Jeju Studio was commissioned to design the building by the Polish charity Wayair Foundation , which works on educational projects in Tanzania. Additional elements including hand-made wooden doors and palm-leaf chairs were made by local craftsmen.

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30 Best Architecture Firms in Beijing

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Combining the thousand years of architectural tradition with contemporary modern practices, Beijing-based architectural studios design projects for all intents and purposes. With so many architecture firms to choose from, it’s challenging for clients to identify the industry leaders that will be an ideal fit for their project needs.