Blending Nature & Architecture: The Ravine in Ubud by A Work of Substance.Nestled within the heart of Ubudâs forests, this Balinese residence by A Work of Substance seamlessly blends nature and architecture. Named after the steep gorges that shape the area, The Ravine plays extension to its surrounding...
Folklore Meets Contemporary: Verbena Lounge by HANGHAR and Estudio DIIR.Hanghar collaborated with Estudio DIIR on the Guest Lounge at the ARCO Contemporary Art Fair in Madrid. The two local practices blended Spanish folklore with the contemporary in a bold installation. With a large red marquee overhead, the...
Dikka Bakery in Shanghai by Some Thoughts.We can already smell the aroma of fresh bread just by looking at Some Thoughts Studioâs Dikka Bakery in Shanghaiâa pastry store that includes colour themes that incorporate comforting brown tones evocative of a freshly baked loaf....
Old School Bistro: PNY Burger in Nantes by Rudy GuĂŠnaire.French architect and designer Rudy GuĂŠnaire has conceptualised a nostalgic American style bistro in Nantes, France. The polished scheme takes inspiration from Italian vintage embellishments mixed with bohemian and American touches. Rudy...
Modern Transposition of the Roman Domus: Molteni&C 2023 Collection Unveiled at Salone del Mobile.For this yearâs Salone Del Mobile, Molteni&C presented a momentous showcase inspired by the Roman Domus. Evolving their concept of âHomeâ for 2023, the legacy Italian brand united the connected living of the past alongside technology...
Intricate Tapestry of Terracotta & Ceramics: Gallery House in West Bengal by Abin Design Studio.Embracing materiality from the inside out, Gallery House seamlessly balances contemporary construction with the townâs historic fabric. Taking cues from Bengalâs prevalent terracotta temples, Abin Design Studio sourced the terracotta...
A Roman Ruin Turned Family Home in Granada by Ignacio Quemada, John Hoyland & Victor Cadene.The development of turning these once four separate 15th-century Moorish homes into a luscious, dozen-bedroom holiday nest in Andalusia with glorious views of Alhambra, unearthed more than a few surprises. In the basement, the design team...
Modern Architecture Masterpiece: Villa Cavrois in Croix by Robert Mallet-Stevens.Designed by the French architect Robert Mallet-Stevens in 1932, Villa Cavrois is armed with quite a story. Located in Croix, France, the building has taken many forms, including abandonment, an army barracks, a wedding venue, an exhibition...
Classic Meets Eccentric: Gumshornsgatan Apartment in Stockholm by Halleroed.Halleroed has reimagined this two-storey apartment on Gumshornsgatan, a street in Stockholmâs trendy Ăstermalm. The Modernist light filled home, dating back to the 1930s, was in almost its original state when it landed in the hands of...
