Architecture is an industry at a crossroads with rapid technological advancements. Consumers now expect buildings to do more than ever including providing climate control, and increased access to natural light and ventilation. The heightened expectations and advancements in technology have pushed us into the realm of increased architectural experimentation. This experimentation is resulting in integrating […]
Shaw Contract has introduced a new carpet tile collection that aims to create impact and moments of pause in our busy, digital lives. Named Off The Grid, the collection is deeply textural and can be used to create subtle or dynamic shifts in scale and texture density. The design of the tiles was inspired by […]
Locker Group’s range of perforated metal offers excellent materials for building façades, and make no mistake, this is one of the most important design elements of your project. Cognitive scientists have proved buildings can affect the mood and feelings of well-being in humans, thanks to specially attuned cells in the hippocampus (a complex brain structure). In coming years, […]
Designed for an older couple who travel frequently, this coastal home by Coy Yiontis accommodates visiting grandchildren and family as well as being a private, easily maintained haven between adventures. The building form was driven by site conditions and the need for accessibility; the resulting dynamic façade and dramatic internal volumes belie its liveability. Screening […]
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