Dec 15, 2016id inc used cardboard cubes as a platform for this disaster prevention exhibition, each one perfectly sized to fit enough survival supplies for 72 hours.
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tokyo design week 2016 (10)
Dec 15, 2016
Dec 05, 2016designboom spoke with the architect about his design of the tokyo midtown exhibition space, his working philosophy, and some of his favorite projects from this year's GOOD DESIGN award.
internoitaliano (6)
Dec 14, 2016named after the comune in the province of pisa in the italian region of tuscany, the sleek pocket knife delivers elegance and function.
connections: 6
Nov 17, 2015the design of 'neri' pens and mechanical pencils pay homage to classic writing and drawing tools, and are available on the designboom shop!
connections: 41
hayato komatsu architects (2)
Dec 14, 2016the dwelling is topped with an oversized sloping roof that was the result of the architects taking the wind direction, views and privacy into consideration.
connections: +1750
Jan 20, 2012by utilizing multi-storey external walls, the design creates ample pockets of outdoor space while maintaining a sense of privacy for the inhabitants.
connections: 2
zai (4)
Dec 12, 2016merging the expertise of prestigious ski manufacturers zai with the style of mountaineering brand moncler has resulted in a limited-edition ski collection named ‘grenoble’.
connections: +170
Mar 10, 2015following our interview with zai skis' chief creative officer simon jacomet, designboom tested four models of their hand-crafted ski range on the slopes of disentis, switzerland.
connections: +110
tomi ungerer (2)
Dec 11, 2016in london, designboom met with tomi ungerer to discuss the many notorious decades of his work, the social issues that he tries to address throughout them, and how current affairs are influencing his writing, illustrating and sculpturing today.
connections: +150
Nov 09, 2016designboom met with tomi ungerer in london, to discuss the characters in his children literature, how he sources new story ideas, and the importance of phaidon publishing his work in the UK.
connections: +250
art basel miami 2016 (5)
Dec 11, 2016this surreal setting reflects a colorful explosion of consumerism, sexuality, seduction and fantasy.
Dec 06, 2016'reconstruction of the universe' includes a 3D film animation called 'time spy', which is made from individually crafted woodcuts.
lucidipevere studio (1)
Dec 10, 2016designed by italian studio lucidipevere for foscarini, the latest lamp suspension is crafted by italian artisans with an intricate concrete processing.
connections: +610
lisbon architecture triennale 2016 (6)
Dec 10, 2016segmented into a collection of modular building blocks, THE CLUB is a travelling nightclub capable of setting up shop just about anywhere.
connections: 24
Oct 11, 2016the prize distinguishes the individual or studio whose work has influenced current architectural practice and discourse.
connections: 15
anastasiya koshcheeva (3)
Dec 07, 2016as part of the designer's original collection, the lighting product is exclusively handcrafted with birchbark -- representing traditional siberian craftmanship.
connections: 3
Dec 05, 2015the three object collection is composed of 'tuesa', 'taburet', 'svetoch' -- each representing a different approach to the use of natural birchbark in the home.
connections: 3
gould evans (4)
Dec 07, 2016built around two sheets of paper, the debruce center for the original rules of basketball on the campus of the university of kansas, gives home to a north american sport history.
connections: +840
Dec 09, 2014the academic complex creates a bold identity for the college and reflects its commitment to students and the local community.
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bauhaus museum dessau competition (5)
Dec 06, 2016the winning scheme renders the museum as a 'glass shell', which accommodates the collection on the upper storey with a more flexible open-plan layout at ground level.
connections: +350
Sep 09, 2015not able to agree on one particular entry, the jury instead selected barcelona-based gonzalez hinz zabala and new york-based young & ayata to share the award.
connections: +350
gens (association liberale d'architecture) (3)
Dec 04, 2016using a volumetric typology that fits within the context of the mall alsace village, disneyland by gens houses a contemporary open-plan home under an inhabitable trussed plenum.
Mar 08, 2016the volume is separated to generate a gap that allows the interiors of the old location to be naturally illuminated.
remedios vincent (2)
Dec 03, 2016created from repurposed antiques - some over a century old - 'the emperor's new clothes' shines a fresh (and creepy) light on the old, and the new.
connections: 2
Mar 01, 2013the objects re-use and give new life to pieces that have ceased to be useful in regards to the purpose for which they were created.
connections: +210
SCI-Arc 2016 summer thesis (1)
Dec 03, 2016through her proposal, ke li challenges the current architectural language by deforming traditional building façades and functions.
connections: +690
rio 2016 olympics (25)
Dec 02, 2016situated on the edge of a small square, adjacent to one of the neighborhood's main thoroughfares, the building has been designed to establish a close relationship with its community.
Sep 05, 2016as the sun sheds light on the sculpture from different angles, the orb changes in color, slowly shifting from blue to gold hues.
connections: 32
AZC - atelier zündel cristea (14)
Dec 01, 2016AZC architecture has completed 'terrace 9', a flexible program trio of towers close to paris' la défense district.
Apr 18, 2016the structure comprises individual studio apartments, communal areas and medical consultation rooms for residents and out-patients.
connections: +760
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