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Category: Design
Sense of Space
I love the pictures of this space. Not the space as a collective, but the space, as in the openness. There is simplicity and complexity in not having a lot of stuff. There is art in knowing how to edit just so, precisely and concisely. I think this appeals to me because there is always so much…
Dwell Magazine Celebrates Prefab With A Pop Up Party
When I was at the DausHaus at Daley Center here in Chicago a few weeks back I over heard a woman who said she loved the idea of saving money using passive design principles but stopped in pursuing it for her new home design because she wondered, “Why does it have to be so ugly?”…
An Interior Designer or Interior Decorator?
Does an interior designer function the same as an interior decorator? Both involve aspects of interiors but they are different activities. Interior designers makes changes to an interior space from renovation, like knocking down walls to selecting paint colors and fabrics. Interior designers are also the point person between architects and contractors and the client.…
Using Hardwoods In Interior Design
Home Design Find has some beautiful examples of using hardwoods in the architectural interior design of the home. Choosing the right wood can add depth to your overall design. The use of stains or no stains at all convey a feeling and the use of different woods convey an attitude. Via Home Design Find Where…
Sketch On The Go
The Morpholio Project has a trace paper sketching app for your iPad called “Trace App” designed by architects and is perfect for interior designers because it allows you to sketch anywhere with any stylus. Just take a picture with your iPad or import one that you’ve found to the app and begin sketching! Would the Trace…
Concrete Construction Bungalow in Japan
A single story concrete bungalow designed by architects Harunatsu-Archi in Iriomote, a remote Japanese island, is built to withstand a harsh climate and natural disasters. Architects added projecting canopies to protect the home from the direct sunlight and have screens that can be fastened in place to protect against typhoon strength winds. The wood and glass sliding doors can…
Architecture On Demand?
Could 3D printer change the way we respond to architecture and the way architecture responds to us? DUS, the Dutch architecture firm, uses a 3D printer called the KamerMaker to create inhabitable structures. [embedplusvideo height=”365″ width=”450″ standard=”http://www.youtube.com/v/q57CNzoOz6Q?fs=1″ vars=”ytid=q57CNzoOz6Q&width=450&height=365&start=&stop=&rs=w&hd=0&autoplay=0&react=0&chapters=¬es=” id=”ep4363″ /] The KamerMaker can create prefabricated housing designed and built on site making it super…
Tradition, Design, and Calligraphy
Artisans Embrace a Fusion of Tradition and Innovation Indian artisans are reinventing traditional lanterns by integrating ancient calligraphy with modern design techniques. This unique fusion results in stunning lanterns that honor both heritage and contemporary aesthetics. Crafted from terracotta and featuring regional scripts, these lanterns are capturing the beauty of Indian culture in a refreshingly…
Living Off the Land in Iceland
Solar-Powered Home with Sustainable Gardens Imagine a home featuring an eco-friendly lifestyle nestled in the stunning landscapes of Iceland—a 1,500-square-foot dream house designed with reclaimed and recycled local wood, powered by solar energy, and thriving with a self-sustained garden. This house is more than a shelter; it’s a testament to sustainable living and eco-conscious design.…