Aviary House, Malaysia, by Kevin Mark Low
The aviary house began with the site of an existing rowhouse which was in the unique position of having been developed with twin frontage: one to the access road of its street address and the other to a lower back street which had a delightful tree lined and shaded approach.
The concept placed a tree filled garden between the original body of the house and the new living room pavilion, with the previous front entry taking over the functions of mail delivery, gas storage, rubbish disposal and service deliveries.
The courtyard garden within was capped at the roof with a steel louvre grille; an aviary of stack ventilation and reduced heat gain during a sun filled day as well as simple security without compromise to internal aesthetics.
Cape Shank House, Australia, by Jackson Clements Burrows Architects
The elevated views really take advantage of the expansive surroundings. It seems like the main level is an elongated balcony and rests on the elements below. Extra points for the reflection pool.
Sereno’s House, Colombia, by Jaime Rendon Architects
From Jaime Rendon Architects comes this modern masterpiece. Surrounded by lush nature located at the Medellin’s suburbs, this glass/stone/concrete really surprises on the warm interior and the uncomplicated layout.
http://www.jaimerendonarquitectos.com
Concrete Home, Switzerland, by AFGH
From Andreas Fuhrimann and Gabrielle Hächler comes this award-winning apartment building in Berlin. I like the wall and ceiling treatment they did, in raw plywood and the layout of the floorplan. A little too austere for my taste but there’s no way you can go wrong with steel+glass+concrete.
Dodds House, Australia, by Ian Moore Architects
Nothing like a metal clad house to get your dose of modernism going…
The round tub of white porcelain and veneered with stainless steel, the natural rock wall to offset the minimalist interior really comes along with the accent wall in canary yellow. The shadows play a cool game on the bedroom and on the ceiling of the living room. Nicely done.
http://www.ianmoorearchitects.com
Burnette Residence, Phoenix, AZ by Wendell Burnette Architects
The house is an extension of the desert garden conceived as an architecture that is in and of the greater landscape. Its rooms edit the surrounding context in such a way that connections are explicitly made to the sensory experiences of our natural world. An unapologetic from extends an existing ubiquitous road scar as a man-made canyon, touching only the site that was previously disturbed. The entry space extends beyond the visual, it is a series of moments and experiences that slow down time.
http://www.wendellburnettearchitects.com
ChiaroScuro - Sunset Hill, Seattle, WA By Studio Ectypos
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ChiaroScuro - Sunset Hill, Seattle, WA By Studio Ectypos
chi • a • ro • scu • ro , n., pl. -ros
2. Painting. the use of deep variations in and subtle gradations of light and shade, esp. to enhance the delineation of character and for general dramatic effect. from Webster’s College DictionaryA live-work residence designed for an interior designer and a modern abstract painter. The pictorial name of the project was dictated by the orientation of the house and the way it modulates, softens and fragments the intense western light. The view toward Puget Sound and the Olympic Peninsula is free from structural impediments with dramatic openings while the east side is more solid and private. A system of exposed concrete mass walls and steel frames constitute the bones of the project. The massing is composed of volumes stepping down from north to south in terraces. Trellises and green roofs cradle the upper floor and master suite in a private and dramatic setting. From the structural skeleton to the smallest detail everything is a clear continuity between idea and material.
http://www.studioectypos.com/domestic/chiaroscuro.html
Transparent House Concrete Art
Transparent House is a 3D and visualization studio, who have created a way to take cold concrete flooring and breathe life and warmth using pattern. The design concept allows for application of any pattern to the surface either when poring or afterwards when the concrete has set.
http://www.transparenthouse.com
ITlab
ITlab is three architects from Venice “to connect and realise new concept between architecture, design and interior. ITlab is a networked laboratory for making things, not only the things, but also the spaces between the things, the hidden connection.”
I wasn’t expecting to see so many cool designs on their site, but lo and behold, see for yourself:
Dwell NextHouse
You should go see my friend Sally at the Dwell house Open House this weekend. Seriously, you should really go since I can’t.
Buy tickets here: http://www.dwell.com/
Serero Eiffel Tower Observation Deck
Does anyone else think that Serero’s Eiffel Tower observation deck is eerily reminiscent of the palace in The Neverending Story? Judge for yourself.
Serero’s rendering:
Movie still from The Neverending Story:
http://www.serero.com/projects/eiffel/index.htm
FYI: This is not actually going to be built.
Nerd Stairs
Check out these cool bookshelf stairs seen over at Core77 via AT.
Designed by: http://www.levitate.uk.com
Apartment in a Box
Just had to share the incredible “Apartment in a box” via Core77:
See the video at www.core77.com.
Modern Mailboxes
Check out these modern mailboxes from Eon. Nice design.
Here are a few more available at Chiasso.
Happy Pills
Marion emailed me about her design firm, studio m, and their first project: a candy store in Barcelona called Happy Pills. If this isn’t innovative design, then I don’t know what is. This might be my favorite design concept of the year. Enjoy:
HAH
I just clicked on my own Google ad. I had to. The Envirolet drew me in…hot pink waterless toilets!
Retro Glassworks
This is Retro Glassworks’ logo, but it’s also a great photo from their website showcasing their doorknob pulls. Although a bit pricey, their beautiful knobs would be awesome for that specialty project you’ve been thinking about. Keep an eye on these guys because they’re coming out with pulls and tiles soon too! I can’t wait to see them.
Wood Wall
Connecta and their roommates built this wood wall from a huge stack of cordwood from floor to ceiling. That’s so awesome. See more photos here.
Photos taken by Jacob Bøtter.
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Lotus Fire Bowl
I’m pretty sure this is a prototype, but how cool is this lotus firebowl?
Recycled House Numbers
Cool, unique, and eco-friendly house numbers made from old street signs.
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