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kishimoto himeno designs a house in sirahama-cho to embrace pacific ocean views
elements of the preexisting structure were preserved in the design to create of a home that mirrors the serene tranquility of the water.
elements of the preexisting structure were preserved in the design to create of a home that mirrors the serene tranquility of the water.
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burberry exhibition blends british fashion with the faded grandeur of victorian architecture
london's 'old sessions house' has been newly presented to the public for the first time since a major restoration.
london's 'old sessions house' has been newly presented to the public for the first time since a major restoration.
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dear to me: peter zumthor puts his most-appreciated art on show at kunsthaus bregenz
centering around the cultural themes he himself cherishes, the exhibition turns the museum into a place of architectural discussion and educational discourse.
centering around the cultural themes he himself cherishes, the exhibition turns the museum into a place of architectural discussion and educational discourse.
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IKEA democratic design day 2017 keynote event live on designboom
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in collaboration with IKEA, designboom invites readers to watch the democratic design day 2017 program presentations now, via our live streaming throughout »
in collaboration with IKEA, designboom invites readers to watch the democratic design day 2017 program presentations now, via our live streaming throughout friday, september 22nd, 2017.
renault's sleek SYMBIOZ concept car synthesizes architecture + autonomous driving
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the fully autonomous, electric car proposes a change to the way humans interact with their vehicles.
the fully autonomous, electric car proposes a change to the way humans interact with their vehicles.
SMA's elliptical security center in mexico will be partially open to the public
'to understand this type of specialized government program it was necessary to study the key activities of an information monitoring center,' explain the »
'to understand this type of specialized government program it was necessary to study the key activities of an information monitoring center,' explain the architects.
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benjamin hubert launches nolii tech at london design festival 2017
making good design and connectivity solutions easily accessible, designboom talks with benjamin hubert as he debuts nolii at london design festival 2017.
making good design and connectivity solutions easily accessible, designboom talks with benjamin hubert as he debuts nolii at london design festival 2017.
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doron manber + liran cohen create a DIY bicycle using four modular elements
the four metal modules connect the personalized bike through the pedals, wheels, seat and handlebars.
the four metal modules connect the personalized bike through the pedals, wheels, seat and handlebars.
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samuel aguiar reimagines the VX-1 maxi scooter into a futuristic motorcycle
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the repurposed vetrix VX-1 maintains its original features, including 65Nm of torque, a top speed of 75 mph (120 kph) and a theoretical maximum range of 173 »
the repurposed vetrix VX-1 maintains its original features, including 65Nm of torque, a top speed of 75 mph (120 kph) and a theoretical maximum range of 173 miles (280 km).
MAD architects proposes to transform paris' tour montparnasse into a city-scale mirror
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the design would transform the black monolithic building into an artistic lighting installation that presents an upside down reflection of the city.
the design would transform the black monolithic building into an artistic lighting installation that presents an upside down reflection of the city.
professional photographers put the iPhone 8 plus to the test
the most noticeable difference between the iPhone 8 plus and its predecessors is the inclusion of 'portrait lighting', which adds a depth-of-field or 'blur' »
the most noticeable difference between the iPhone 8 plus and its predecessors is the inclusion of 'portrait lighting', which adds a depth-of-field or 'blur' behind a subject.
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LEXUS DESIGN AWARD 2018 announces sir david adjaye to elite judging panel
aiding the identifying and recognizing of future creators and designers, LEXUS welcomes sir david adjaye as the newest judge for the LEXUS DESIGN AWARD 2018.
aiding the identifying and recognizing of future creators and designers, LEXUS welcomes sir david adjaye as the newest judge for the LEXUS DESIGN AWARD 2018.
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alejandra calderon liberates the kitchen from its domestic space creating new layouts
'the liberation of the kitchen' presents an online platform where the blueprints and a blog with instructions are available to everybody to download and build »
'the liberation of the kitchen' presents an online platform where the blueprints and a blog with instructions are available to everybody to download and build the project themselves.
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amata + triptyque plan timber building in são paulo that absorbs carbon dioxide
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each 1m³ of reforested wood has absorbed one metric ton of atmospheric carbon dioxide from the environment.
each 1m³ of reforested wood has absorbed one metric ton of atmospheric carbon dioxide from the environment.
vincent callebaut proposes spiral-shaped eco-resort for the philippines
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the design is a response to over-fishing, mass tourism, and pollution in the form of plastic waste and toxic products.
the design is a response to over-fishing, mass tourism, and pollution in the form of plastic waste and toxic products.
3D printed synthetic muscle is up to three times stronger than human tissue
the 3D printed muscle has a strain density (expansion per gram) that is 15 times larger than natural muscle, and can lift 1000 times its own weight.
the 3D printed muscle has a strain density (expansion per gram) that is 15 times larger than natural muscle, and can lift 1000 times its own weight.
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kit architects' fire station in switzerland rises as a cultivated industrial building
in 2013, the political commune of weinfelden arranged an open architectural competition for a new single building to house the fire brigade and the samaritan »
in 2013, the political commune of weinfelden arranged an open architectural competition for a new single building to house the fire brigade and the samaritan emergency services.
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turkishceramics' vibrant gateways welcome visitors to designjunction
designed by adam nathaniel furman, turkishceramics' 'gateways' lead visitors through a mezmerizing walkway of colors, reflections, craftsmanship and heritage.
designed by adam nathaniel furman, turkishceramics' 'gateways' lead visitors through a mezmerizing walkway of colors, reflections, craftsmanship and heritage.
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new terminal at amsterdam airport schiphol designed as atmospheric and light-filled space
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both departing and arriving passengers can enjoy a scenic route through the terminal
both departing and arriving passengers can enjoy a scenic route through the terminal
aleksandra gaca designs renault's concept car interior as extension of home on the road
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the construction of the fabric gives it a strong yet soft quality – making the application of the textile suitable for the car, as well as the home.
the construction of the fabric gives it a strong yet soft quality – making the application of the textile suitable for the car, as well as the home.
david hartt's 'in the forest' documents unfinished development in puerto rico by moshe safdie
the exhibit, which coincides with the 2017 chicago architecture biennial as well as EXPO chicago, is on view at the graham foundation’s madlener house »
the exhibit, which coincides with the 2017 chicago architecture biennial as well as EXPO chicago, is on view at the graham foundation’s madlener house galleries.
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winnebago's mercedes-benz revel 4x4 camper van is built for off-roading
based on a mercedes-benz 4x4 sprinter platform, the winnebago revel is designed to take outdoor enthusiasts to the most remote locations.
based on a mercedes-benz 4x4 sprinter platform, the winnebago revel is designed to take outdoor enthusiasts to the most remote locations.
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jiyoun kim translates a traditional korean expression into a cloudy lightning lamp
the neck of the lamp, or lightning, upholds the cloud structure made using glass that is enlarged using traditional blowing techniques.
the neck of the lamp, or lightning, upholds the cloud structure made using glass that is enlarged using traditional blowing techniques.
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FREITAG introduces 'zippelin', an inflatable lightweight suitcase made of recycled material
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using a conventional bike pump, an inner tube frame can be inflated to create a light weight travel option that can be deflated and easily stowed away.
using a conventional bike pump, an inner tube frame can be inflated to create a light weight travel option that can be deflated and easily stowed away.
herzog & de meuron configures children's hospital in zurich to offer a holistic patient experience
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the layout of the facility follows an urban grid where departments correspond to 'neighborhoods' and each floor has its own main street.
the layout of the facility follows an urban grid where departments correspond to 'neighborhoods' and each floor has its own main street.
maria svarbova's swimming pool series freezes retro-futuristic scenes in etherial tranquility
the artist has developed a distinct, visual approach to photographing the swimming pool environment — enhanced by her fascination with the sterile and stark »
the artist has developed a distinct, visual approach to photographing the swimming pool environment — enhanced by her fascination with the sterile and stark geometries of the space.
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atelier 360 designs a nortekmed oceanographic buoy to analyze for scientific research
atelier 360's alizé buoy is designed to simplify the assembly and reduce the zones of attachment, crossed from top to bottom by a structural mast.
atelier 360's alizé buoy is designed to simplify the assembly and reduce the zones of attachment, crossed from top to bottom by a structural mast.
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ramón esteve's cottage in the vineyard frames views of the spanish landscape
the entire program is allocated across a single story, with a wide porch placed at the end of the house.
the entire program is allocated across a single story, with a wide porch placed at the end of the house.
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NIKE unveils connected NBA jerseys that allow fans to access content via their phones
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the sports giant unveiled new basketball jerseys for the 2017-18 season at an exclusive event in los angeles where designboom was in attendance.
the sports giant unveiled new basketball jerseys for the 2017-18 season at an exclusive event in los angeles where designboom was in attendance.
daniel arsham sets blue japanese zen garden overlooking rio's sugar loaf mountain
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modern petrified artifacts replace traditional stones as an element of decoration, dotted around the bright blue sand landscape.
modern petrified artifacts replace traditional stones as an element of decoration, dotted around the bright blue sand landscape.
hickley yachts presents the world's first all-electric yacht
dubbed the dasher, the 28-foot yacht combines electric power, with lightweight composite structural components, and 3D printing.
dubbed the dasher, the 28-foot yacht combines electric power, with lightweight composite structural components, and 3D printing.
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jaehoon jung's helmet allows workers to place accessories with a magnetic snap system
the magnetic module system used in this helmet can be expanded according to the characteristics of the construction site and the role of the operator.
the magnetic module system used in this helmet can be expanded according to the characteristics of the construction site and the role of the operator.
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skibsted + biomega extends its product portfolio with the AMS E-low electric bike
its mix of city bike features combined with moped physiognomy and power make it a sturdy and reliable companion for contemporary urban transport.
its mix of city bike features combined with moped physiognomy and power make it a sturdy and reliable companion for contemporary urban transport.
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studio saxe crafts jungle yoga pavilion for ‘nalu nosara’ hotel in costa rica
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the project blends contemporary design with local craftsmanship to frame the surrounding nature.
the project blends contemporary design with local craftsmanship to frame the surrounding nature.
mercedes AMG G65 brabus 900 22 one of ten revealed at IAA 2017
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prestige car modifier, brabus, takes the 'G-wagon' to new levels of style, power, and exclusivity at this year’s IAA 2017 in frankfurt.
prestige car modifier, brabus, takes the 'G-wagon' to new levels of style, power, and exclusivity at this year’s IAA 2017 in frankfurt.
