The Blade by Dominique Perrault

The Blade by Dominique Perrault

18/05/2012 in Architecture by admin

The next building in our series from the new Yongsan International Business District in Seoul, South Korea, is a skyscraper designed by French architect Dominique Perrault, with faceted glass that will ripple across the surface.

30 Jaw Dropping Infinity Pools from Around the World

30 Jaw Dropping Infinity Pools from Around the World

14/05/2012 in Architecture, Photography by admin

An infinity edge pool also goes by the name of negative edge, zero edge, infinity pool, disappearing edge, or vanishing edge pool. Infinity pools are simply swimming pools which give the illusion that they go on into the horizon, as if they go on forever. In reality, the water flows over one or more edges creating this ‘vanishing’ effect. The infinity pool design concept is said to have originated in France, where one of the first vanishing edge designs was utilized in the “Stag Fountain” at the Palace of Versailles in the early 1600s.

Shelf Hotel by 3Gatti Architecture Studio

Shelf Hotel by 3Gatti Architecture Studio

10/05/2012 in Architecture by admin

Rather than design a run-of-the-mill skyscraper for a new hotel in Xian, China, architects 3Gatti decided to put lots of smaller buildings on a gigantic set of shelves.

Residence in Australia Completely Designed in White

Residence in Australia Completely Designed in White

29/04/2012 in Architecture by admin

We are interested in knowing your opinion regarding the design of this white home located in Queensland, Australia. Built on an impressive lot of 824 square meters, the residence features four bedrooms and four bathrooms, an outdoor entertainment area, a swimming pool, and a three-car garage.Here are further details from the official project description: “Sparkling white interiors and high ceilings are a breath of fresh

Flintstones House

Flintstones House

11/03/2012 in Architecture by admin

Beautiful single family cave house inspired by the Flintstones animated series is located in Malibu, California.

Unusual house is equipped with large windows, cave inspired interior, and wood burning fireplace.

2 Howie’s Homestay by Bensley Architects

2 Howie’s Homestay by Bensley Architects

26/02/2012 in Architecture by admin

Happy Sunday! Check out this magnificent architectural masterpiece that is cradled on a handsome land plot of four acres, located in Chiang Mai in the foothills of the Himalayas. The entire residence and surroundings has been designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley to provide the ultimate in luxury living, creating an environment rich with modern [...]

Sara Drougge

Sara Drougge

18/02/2012 in Architecture by admin

It’s been a loooooong, somewhat torturous week and thank gawd it’s Friday. I am in need of some pretty photos for a little pick-me-up. I think some interiors from the portfolio of Swedish photographer Sara Drougge will do the trick. Love the home in the first couple of photos (but odd how it’s built right into rock – interesting view out of the patio doors).

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Miele Commercial Gallery Design in Santiago, Chile

Miele Commercial Gallery Design in Santiago, Chile

09/02/2012 in Architecture by admin

Architects Gonzalo Mardones Viviani… have completed the design for Miele Commercial Gallery in Santiago, Chile. The new building is located in a residential neighborhood entitled Nueva Costanera Avenue and known for its commercial and cultural identity. Therefore, the project had to stand out, showcase the products of the brand and create awareness: “Our architectonic proposal is a building that opens

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