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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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renault's sleek SYMBIOZ concept car synthesizes architecture + autonomous driving
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.
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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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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 through live streaming on friday, »
in collaboration with IKEA, designboom invites readers to watch the democratic design day 2017 program presentations through live streaming on friday, september 22nd, 2017.
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.
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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samuel aguiar reimagines the VX-1 maxi scooter into a futuristic motorcycle
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).
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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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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.
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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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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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.
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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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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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.
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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jasper morrison + wataru kumano craft 'stool' for more trees at maison & objet's 'en tea' café
visitors to the installation and café space 'green tea from forest' were invited to sit on the stools and drink individually crafted tea beverages.
visitors to the installation and café space 'green tea from forest' were invited to sit on the stools and drink individually crafted tea beverages.
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fuji kindergarten by tezuka architects awarded 2017 moriyama RAIC international prize
the project is a one-story, oval-shaped facility that can accommodate more than 600 children.
the project is a one-story, oval-shaped facility that can accommodate more than 600 children.
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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.
nouvelle AOM chosen ahead of OMA and MAD to overhaul paris' tour montparnasse
the firm's redesign seeks to emphasize a sense of horizontality, while making a marked shift from opacity to transparency.
the firm's redesign seeks to emphasize a sense of horizontality, while making a marked shift from opacity to transparency.
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azuma makoto plunges intricate bouquets into the abyss of the deep sea
three bouquets of various flowers and a bonsai pine tree were emerged 1000 meters deep into the suruga bay and shizuoka prefecture.
three bouquets of various flowers and a bonsai pine tree were emerged 1000 meters deep into the suruga bay and shizuoka prefecture.
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ella & pitr's tired giant transforms abandoned dam wall into artistic canvas in france
the large-scale mural decorates an abandoned dam wall, reinvigorating the existing structure and its surrounding landscape.
the large-scale mural decorates an abandoned dam wall, reinvigorating the existing structure and its surrounding landscape.
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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.
archohm designs a 16,000 sqm green bazaar and concert hall in new delhi
the final product is a well-equipped, 800-capacity auditorium, an open-air amphitheater, as well as numerous little shops.
the final product is a well-equipped, 800-capacity auditorium, an open-air amphitheater, as well as numerous little shops.
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maurizio galante & tal lancman's bedroom for AD intérieurs arouses a surreal dreamscape
the space takes life with a kaleidoscopic effect covered with floor-to-ceiling carpet in red onyx motif, like rorschach test ink blots in a multitude of reds.
the space takes life with a kaleidoscopic effect covered with floor-to-ceiling carpet in red onyx motif, like rorschach test ink blots in a multitude of reds.
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mclaren special operations 570GT supercar painted in classic XP green
mclaren special operations combines bespoke modern elegance and historic color to produce a striking MSO collection 570GT supercar.
mclaren special operations combines bespoke modern elegance and historic color to produce a striking MSO collection 570GT supercar.
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yoga photograms hauntingly highlight the human body's poised postures and positions
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husband and wife artistic duo rob and nick carter pay homage to the holistic eastern practice.
husband and wife artistic duo rob and nick carter pay homage to the holistic eastern practice.
trees protrude through VTN architects' 'stacked planters house' in vietnam
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conceived as a a 'small park in a dense neighborhood', the home's functions are contained within a series of stacked volumes.
conceived as a a 'small park in a dense neighborhood', the home's functions are contained within a series of stacked volumes.
