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A study in elegance and restraint, this renovated mid-century modern residence marries architectural authenticity with curated comfort. Dumont Dumont Afternoon light drapes itself across the living room, catching the soft sheen of the solid ‘Mvule’ timber wall cladding with cantilevered shelves — each plank a ribbon of warm grain, drawing the eye toward the central, cantilevered mantle that seems to float effortlessly above the fireplace. An unidentical pair of our low-slung Chic sofas upholstered in Warwick velveteen green fabric and sitting on solid ‘Mvule’ legs embraces the room, their gentle texture playing against the playful grain of our Sixties Lounge Chairs in solid ‘Palm’ with cu... More

Within the topography of Betty’s Bay, between mountain and ocean sits the Dune House. The natural ecology of this locale is sensitive, both to disturbances which have occurred over the past few decades through indiscriminate building practices and through the windswept local climate. This was the datum upon which this house grew, and the resultant decision made right from the beginning to create a building with two defining moments. Paris Brummer Paris Brummer Firstly, a distinctive roofscape was conceived to provide protection from the prevailing wind conditions, which during the summer months arrive strongly from the seaward aspect (SE) while in winter these come from over the mountain (NW). The curved apex of the roofsca... More

Located in the eastern quays of Amsterdam, the striking 19th century warehouse of the Geschutswerf sets the scene for this transformation. The apartment has been re-designed to meticulously embed within the renovated structure, embracing the robust, industrial nature of the state monument. Peter Mann Peter Mann Peter Mann Over the past 30 years the apartment has been modified and interior layers have been added by different users, leading to a fragmented floorplan. The approach for this project was to strip the space back to its bare bones to holistically form a coherent living space both spatial and technically. Utilising new sustainable heating and energy systems whilst liberating the historic fabric to create spaciousness... More

Invited by Ghost Creative Productions, Colectivo Warehouse integrated a team of artists for the realization of an Arts and Ecology festival at Licée Galandou Diouf, a public school in the center of Dakar. Miguel C Tavares The project’s main objective was to awaken the young students and the entire school community to environmental awareness through Art. The ÉcoL’Art Festival created a platform for intercultural dialogue between Senegalese and Portuguese artists. Miguel C Tavares During two weeks in residence, Colectivo Warehouse developed a project in the Library and its surrounding area. Starting by redesigning the interior layout of the existing library, the primary objective was to introduce students... More

Apartment Mivka is defined by multiple autonomous spaces and nooks, intertwined into a dynamic, modern and warm interior. The kitchen – with its large dining table – represents the centre and the soul of the upper floor, which prides itself with modern furniture pieces and carefully selected graphics. While the rooms are designed as individual spaces (each with its distinct style) and further enhanced by wallpapers and warm colours, the floors are connected by a spacious lounge nook at the end of the hallway. More

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