the 'fool's gold' series wrapping material was chosen on purpose in order to increase the perceived value of the pieces, while at the same time revealing its actual humble materiality.
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milan design week 2015 (163)
presented at dutch design week, the varying shapes, textures and sizes of the vessels is part of an ongoing project which explores the way in which ceramics can be produced.
studio deFORM (4)
the table draws influence from the various layers that compose the earth's crust and upper mantle -- visualizing them via four marble slabs sourced from specific geographic points in italy.
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at this year’s edition of prague's designblok, the renowned lighting company showcases a selection of its most recent products.
NPDA studio (3)
the home is clad with materials that not only help naturally cool the property, but also allow it to stand out against the green of the surrounding coconut plantation.
connections: 3
a resort in the tropical environment of thailand takes cues from the surrounding coconut fields matching the same tones and textures found on site.
connections: 3
konstantin kofta (3)
intricately ornamented flourishes and column caps are made from a stone grey leather to mimic the characteristics of concrete.
connections: 3
the custom-made bandit9 'EVE motorcycle pictured with ukrainian fashion designer, konstantin kofta's geometric bag of elegance.
connections: +510
atelier thomas pucher (8)
the selected design includes the construction of a 430 seat auditorium, 650 new reading and working spaces, study and examination rooms, administrative offices, and university storage.
connections: 8
approval of the budget and design for the hall, which is due to open in 2020, was announced march 4th, 2015.
connections: 8
dom arquitectura (4)
a historic cluster of stone structures in a landmark town are renovated into a contemporary dwelling and guest house, maintaining the aesthetic vernacular.
connections: 4
as well as being a prefabricated building, the wood studio utilizes a number of sustainable methods to enhance the living space and at the same time, minimize the effect on the landscape.
connections: 4
prague designblok 2015 (6)
at this year’s edition of prague's designblok, the renowned lighting company showcases a selection of its most recent products.
rather than satisfying the technical requirements for life on mars, the artist wanted to evoke the feeling of living in a parched and barren land, with no possible return to earth.
connections: 24
dragonfly design center (9)
this latest bamboo creation by shi embodies the philosophy that design should include appropriate application of natural materials and quality craftsmanship that is relevant to societal development and the environment.
moved by the music of the traditional chinese string instrument ruan-xian, jeff dayu shi has formed a set of bamboo presented at beijing design week 2015.
peter rose + partners (2)
the holiday home has been clad in a sealed, unpainted cedar so the building can naturally weather and recede over time into the surrounding, abundant landscape.
connections: 2
embedded into the landscape of martha's vineyard, this property features as a series of connected cast-concrete volumes.
connections: 2
a4 estudio (3)
'casa michael evans' sits atop a stone wall and uses natural materials throughout to reference its pristine mountainous setting.
connections: 3
organized in a one-storey horizontal slab, the spa uses simple geometries and exposed materials to create a purifying tranquil quality of space.
connections: +220
KiBiSi (16)
the 1,000 square meter show-home offers prospective inhabitants a look into the development's lifestyle and available amenities.
connections: +610
conceived to be more compact and portable than its predecessor, the matte black unit features a minimal headband and capsule design, making them a lower-cost alternative to the TMA-1 DJ or TMA-1 studio.
connections: +120
deepflight (2)
the submersible offers proprietary technology that monitors and manages critical functions, allowing users to pilot the submarine with minimal training.
connections: 2
as the pilot or passenger, one has the freedom to do barrel rolls with dolphins, go inverted and cruise alongside grey whales and sharks, or dive straight down into the abyss for deep sea exploration.
connections: 9
chicago architecture biennial 2015 (27)
the scheme broaches two themes that are fundamental to kéré's work: maximizing local resources, and facilitating the exchange of ideas and knowledge.
the terrain is submerged into a box filled with black water, showing which parts of the city have affordable housing in relation to different wage brackets.
dubai design week 2015 (7)
during dubai design week, the exhibition forms a visual narrative of the significant developmental stages and shifts in design and architecture over the course of seven decades.
connections: 30
at dubai design week's global grad show, the pratt institute graduate presents an experiment in expanding and rethinking the limits of assumed architectural space.
connections: 30
gwangju design biennale 2015 (4)
the korean designer employs carbon fibre as his chosen medium to form sculptural, visually and physically light furniture pieces.
connections: 4
the spiraling bamboo work draws its influences from the nearby sosaewon garden in damyang county, and offers a serene place where the public can quietly sit and contemplate.
andrea maffei architects (6)
another phase of milan's vast citylife development has been realized with the completion of the tower after three years of construction.
in addition to the main building, the design comprises a large public square, which allows for external congregation.
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