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  • Interesting Garden Pavillion for Flux Projects at Freedom Park in Atlanta

    Interesting Garden Pavillion for Flux Projects at Freedom Park in Atlanta

    Sitting embodied as architecture- this was the ideas behind this nice garden pavillion we show you in today’s post. Imagined by architects Brian Brush and Yong Ju Lee from the New York-based design practice E/B Office, SEAT is an interactive architectural design created for 2012 Summer Pavilion for Flux Projects at Freedom Park in Atlanta, GA, which is a great opportunity for many in Atlanta to enjoy art, but also for artists to have audience for their work.

    SEAT was chosen this summer’s Freedom Park Project from 89 entries, because it managed to draw jury’s attention by combining something that was visually compelling with something that was interesting to use and also met more of the this year’s criteria: high visibility, great impact, artistic merit, feasibility and safety for the audience.

    The core of the project as you can see was the chair, a very important element in the use and experience of architecture, but which isn’t considered architecture at all, being rather related to furniture design or industrial design. So, what architects Brian Brush and Yong Ju Lee  wanted to do by creating this nice garden pavillion was to associate sitting in a designed object with architecture itself, thus trying to change the perception of domestic objects through their use as architectural units and components.

    The design is a collection of about 400 simple wooden chairs custom-connected to one another through simple lag bolts, clamps, and screws that are hidden from view, in the form of a sine wave arch rising from the ground. Besides the fact that visitors can watch it, they can actually sit on the chairs or even in the shade beneath them, regarding the upward flow of chairs transcending their function. Chairs suspended above ground between these zones restore the role of the seated object as one that can also play as structure, decoration, and enclosure. Although it seems fragile, the construction allow for stability, flexibility and safety thanks to redundancy and connection.

     

     

    Photos © E/B Office and Eve Styles

     

    Project details:

    Design and fabrication : E/B Office (Yong Ju Lee and Brian Brush)
    Location : Freedom Park at Atlanta, GA
    Project year : 2012
    Assembly team: Rudi Matheis-Brown, Tom Roncco, Kyle Holland, Larissa Hand, David Williams, Britni Jeziorski, Megan Mallery, Katie Seifert, Wendy Chou, Kayla Kirchberg, Sarah Turner, Emily Gilbert, Colleen Devoe, Casey Butler, Cydne Mayberry, Maria Lioy, Sydney Styles.

  • The Animal Chair Collection by Maximo Riera

    The Animal Chair Collection by Maximo Riera

    “Animals sculpted by modernity”, an interesting metaphor describing perfectly “The Animal Chair Collection”, a stunning design project that impresses the eye of the beholder with surprising exceptional details, authentic structure and considerable size one cannot remain indifferent. Nature’s splendour was fantastically captured and reflected through these chairs’ design that pay homage to all animals which inhabit our planet and reminds us to protect the endangered species.

    The collection is the latest and the most dynamic work created by Spanish artist Maximo Riera  with over thirty years of artistic career background. The artist managed to bring alive in a very unique and original manner and give personality to something banal and common like a chair, creating a virtual connection between human-being and animals.

    Described as a long and challenging adventure, the process, which allowed to accomplish such splendid detail accuracy and genuine silhouettes, consisted in sketches that were turned into three-dimensional digital images through a computer modelling software and then the sculptures were made using one of the most vanguard sculptural techniques available at present. So, due to this cutting edge technology, each creation showcase the highest quality execution and is available in a limited edition in order to preserve the exclusive nature of the piece. “The Animal Chair Collection” is a truly breathtaking  furniture project, reflecting elegance and the nature’s capacity and mightiness. Here you have some pictures to enjoy.

    The Octopus Chair

     

     

     

     

    The Rhino Chair

     

     

    The Walrus Chair

     

    The Elephant Chair

     

     

     

    The Whale Chair

     

    Photos © Maximo Riera.

     

  • Lovely Bird-Inspired Lamps Collection

    Lovely Bird-Inspired Lamps Collection

    There’s no secret that nature is an enchanting source of inspiration for designers all over the world and their creations suggesting any kind of form found in nature are constantly drawing attention and you can find such designs almost in any home. We spotted these charming bird-inspired lamps and we want to share for those looking for inspirational pieces with playful design.

    Creative and bright, with a modern twist, these lighting called the “Marina’s Bird” collection is a creation of Belaru-based design studio Fajno. It consists in ceiling and tabletop lamps in the form of bird with various vivid colors that would certainly add a little charm to any nursery or may be a great addition to any room if you want to achieve a cheerful atmosphere. They come in a wide range of materials from wood to glass to fit any style, so this collection is  sure to brighten your day with fun and color. Do you like these little birds?

    Photos © Fajno

     

  • Australian Penthouse Apartment Displaying Casual Elegance

    Australian Penthouse Apartment Displaying Casual Elegance

    Welcome to a tremendous modern penthouse apartment with an unforgettable interior design and stunning coastline views. Envisioned by Australian studio Coco Republic Interior Design and completed in a  period of more than 5 months, The Royal Penthouse II expresses a casual elegant style that is luxurious, coastal and complementary to the streamline architecture of the building.

    It’s located right on Newcastle Beach, New South Wales- Australia and have an impressive floor plan  with plenty of space for its inviting spaces flooded with natural light, all ensuring a large degree of comfort and functionality. Tall ceilings, high-to-ceiling windows, open space rooms which display a neutral color scheme with grey, sand and blue accents reminding the coastal environment outside enhance the feeling of an airy home. We love how this penthouse apartment’s design is connected with outdoor surroundings.

    It exudes a warm and elegant atmosphere due to the intensive use of soft natural materials such as timber, stone, washed linens and jute. Contemporary, yet timeless design with soft lines defines the furniture choices, while natural artefacts, artworks and family photographs are some inspiring details displayed on shelves which add personality and character. Have a look at the photos and discover for yourself the original mix of other details.

    Photos © Steve Back

    Project details: 

    Name: The Royal Penthouse II
    Location: Newcastle, NSW, Australia
    Interior design: Coco Republic Interior Design
    Developer: Mirvac NSW

     

  • Animal Art with Recycled Keyboard

    Animal Art with Recycled Keyboard

    Trojan horse is known since Greek mythology, where he is given access Greeks in the city of Troy, This horse has now been recreated by designer Babis, resin and buttons on computer keyboard through a unique sculpture called ‘hedonism (y) trojaner ‘.

    Trojan viruses are all over the internet, and you should beware when we give personal information online that can become victims of hacking attacks it highlights artwork exhibited very good symbol trojan virus in a unique way by designer ‘hedonism (y) trojaner. “The Internet as a medium, Humans stuck with Their hedonism.

     

     All images © Babis Pangiotidis

  • Modern Meets Victorian Heritage: Shakin Stevens House in Melbourne

    Modern Meets Victorian Heritage: Shakin Stevens House in Melbourne

    Shakin’ Stevens House is a private renovated property located in Melbourne, Australia which draws attention through a fabulous combination of volumetric architecture, contemporary interior design and Victorian heritage. The residential project designed by design based Melbourne practice  Matt Gibson Architecture + Design Pty Ltd  is the result of an inventive plan based on the client’s wish to have a house connected with “green” space, more spacious and more functional indoor spaces where the color palette should be predominantly white with a green highlight.

    When we look at Shakin’ Stevens House, one can observe is a two-faces property, an interesting detail which gives it a truly original appearance. Viewed from the front, the house has retained its Victorian heritage where a bright green door create a strong contrast with full white background, while viewed from the back it appears as a modern, open and free-flowing house composed of three white cubes that look like dices. Outdoors and indoors interact in a very functional way, providing a wonderful continuation throughtout the structure,  achieved by reducing internal walls and doors to an absolute minimum.

     Thus, the newer space is visually extended, bigger, light filled, more functional through separation of sleeping zones and a flexible living zone that it can be upsized (externally). Colour was a vital strategy in adding glow and clarity to this expression on a number of levels. The house modern interior design is very inviting, suggesting clarity, freshness, very close to nature due to predominantly white and green tones completed with warm tones. The green spaces found both inside and outside the house became the focus with the white cubes acting as lens for these events, dissolving barriers of enclosure- the same idea of flow and continuity.

    Photos: © Shannon McGrath.

     

  • Creative Design Characterizing Melted Snow Table by AAStudio

    Creative Design Characterizing Melted Snow Table by AAStudio

    Designers never stops to amaze us (in a good way) with their exuberant creativity when it comes to furniture design. Even the most trivial item of furniture such as table, which you expect to have its common appearance, they have sometimes the ability to transform them into beautiful works of art. Take for example this intriguing yet innovative and interesting Melted Snow Table worth of a scenario that we have decided to share with you. It’s not a table that you see everyday, but something original and contemporary which also symbolizes everyday life.

    In fact this was the main idea when Romanian-based design studio – AAStudio – designed this table with such a creative design. This is why   it showcases a unique capacity of becoming the focal point in a modern space, for example. To achieve this piece which resembles a rock formation covered with snow like the mountains, designers have combined stratified wood and Corian. Very strong material,  non-toxic and non-porous, the Corian could easily take that shape through a thermoforming process, a shape suggesting the snow that covers the table, while laminate wood acts as a stone,  stylized in a raw form which also gives an interesting  texture.

    Photos: ©  Cornel Lazia.

     

  • Sunset Villa, Sumptuous Property Overlooking Fantastic Sea Views

    Sunset Villa, Sumptuous Property Overlooking Fantastic Sea Views

    Spotted on Quintessentially Villas, Sunset Villa is a truly breathtaking property which anyone of us dream to have it at least once during his holiday’s escape. It’s Ibiza’s most stunning coastal villa which promises to make your stay memorable. Designed to become part of your journey to Ibiza, this luxurious villa is set on the West Coast of the island just a short journey away from San José and Ibiza Town, so anytime you want you can enjoy the endless possibilities of spending free time: exciting outdoor sports, discover the very best nightlife and the best clubs from all over the globe, find  incredible audiovisual spectacles in the streets, etc.

    Splendid natural background combined with the house’s exquisite welcoming interior design and luxury facilities are the perfect mix for an unforgettable experience. Choosing to stay at Sunset Villa means on the one hand enjoying fantastic sunsets all year round and magnificent views of the Bledas and s’Espartas islands, and on the other hand relaxing inside in a modern, comfortable and spacious setting.

    It boasts five bedrooms with direct access to the sea front terrace or to the patio, five bathrooms, living room with a chimney, plasma TV, DVD and direct access to the patio, a fully-equipped American kitchen, gorgeous sea front terrace with swimming pool, covered terrace and exterior dining place with lounge, barbecue, bar, and fridge, sea front Balinese wooden chill-out that ensure a serene outdoor atmosphere.

    Photos’ source: quintessentiallyvillas.com