Innovative design

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about innovative design

Project • By Vir.Mueller Architects • Primary Schools

Healthy Planet School

The intensity of megacity urbanity, where air pollution and environmental degradation are pre-conditions for design, presents a particular challenge for the creation of secure environments for education. Conceptualized as a “cocoon”, this project for a pre-school and kindergarten – aspires to be a luminous safe haven for young children, as they engage with early years learning.  Organised as a set of organic ‘cells’ of curved brick walls punctuated by circular porthole windows, the learning spaces weave a tactile ring around a courtyard.  Lined with slats of birch plywood – a soft counterpoint to the brick, the courtyard assumes primacy as the focal space within - draped in a tent and illuminate... More

Product • By Alumil S.A • SMARTIA M450

SMARTIA M450

SMARTIA M450 represents the next generation of advanced systems for minimal lift & slide and regular sliding doors. It meets the demanding requirements of contemporary residences for high thermal insulation and modern aesthetics. Caption Advantages Minimal and innovative design with only 25 mm of visible aluminium face width at the interlocking profile, both for lift & slide and sliding typologies Green buildings design thanks to the exceptional energy efficiency of the system Great ease of use and high functionality Easy to clean frame, with invisible water evacuation and less visible depth Wide variety of typologies Exceptional quality with certified performance Caption More

Project • By SGA • Offices

Linx

SGA converted a former Verizon warehouse into Linx, a 185,000 square foot LEED Gold certified campus for science and technology companies. The façade, coined “fun industrial,” features hanging screens, custom still frames in mesh, vertical fins, corrugated metal, and a color-changing material called Alucobond Spectra. Exterior courtyards and a dramatic multi-story atrium provide a rich setting for collaboration. The bold and innovative design offers highly flexible and efficient research space in concert with a unique array of on-site amenities including a bike room, manicured patios, courtyards, and Bocce courts. More

Project • By SGA • Offices

Living Proof

Living Proof is a hair care company with deep roots in science and patented technology. With a background in innovative design, the company looked to relocate their 27,500 SF headquarters to a new space where they could formulate and test all products on site, in a new lab and with open office.SGA’s interior design and branded environments teams collaborated with the brand to build a new headquarters that celebrates their history of science and patented technology originating from MIT. The space is comprised of open office, conference, huddle and support areas, as well as a chemistry lab, education center for training, and test salon. More

Project • By Trillium Architects • Private Houses

Stamford on the water

Sophisticated Empty Nesters enlisted us to transform their 1950s French country style house into a home that better matched their modern design sensibilities.  White shiplap vaulted ceilings draw the eyes towards gorgeous views of the harbor available from nearly every room. The music room, with its steep pyramid-shaped roof and arched dormers, is one of the family's favorite additions to the house. What makes it so special is the magical way that the room's curves and angles accentuate sunlight pouring in through the arched windows. The uniquely shaped space also has wonderful acoustics, ideal for enjoying melodies played on the grand piano. More

Project • By OSO Architecture • Offices

BILISIM VADISI - ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING

This project belongs to the entrance and exhibition hall of the administrative tower of a technopark complex in Muallimköy – Gebze named Bilisim Vadisi. The entrance hall, exhibition hall, commercial areas and VIP entrance are the main functions of this project which are in the entrance floor of 16 storey tower.The main conceptual design of the interior spaces were determined to base on the idea that should reflects the main function of the complex which creates technology. Accordingly the interior spaces were designed in accordance with organic and curvy forms which is more suitable for technological design language. Additionally the material choices were also selected to emphasize the same idea. Moreover the special technological units su... More

Project • By Zooi interior studio • Bars

Papa cake

Papa cake is the brand new design project created by Maxim Doschinsky and Pavel Voitov, head designers of ZOOI interior studio.A refined, compact and innovative design for a bakery equipped with every comfort to give customers a satisfactory service in a welcoming, bright and clean place.For the realization of the interior design, and in the attempt to give this place the maximum simplicity and naturalness, the designers of ZOOI have used different purely natural materials.The first is wood, with a light look and an intense fragrance, which, in addition to the floor and the decorative ribs in the ceiling, also composes the outer part of the showcases and the various shelves containing decorative plants and fresh products from the store.The... More

Project • By Fokkema & Partners Architecten • Offices

Ampelmann

The start-up company Ampelmann has grown into a mature, international provider of safe offshore access solutions. Wanting to reflect the innovative and energizing character of the company and to secure close collaboration between departments, Ampelmann was in search of a new office. They asked Fokkema & Partners Architecten to develop a workplace concept, to support finding a location and to design the new head office for the engineers, supporting teams and the board. At a bend in the river Schie, on the edge of the old city center of Delft, a dilapidated laboratory building from the eighties has been transformed into a perfect fit. Key was to uncover and enhance the hidden spatial qualities. Extraordinary spaces have been complemen... More

Product • By Vissoni • Zeo Collection

Zeo Collection

Zeo is powerful and sleek, reminding us that the impossible is within reach. Minimalism and boldness commingle to create a new take on modern that makes us wonder and delight in its presence. To the touch, Zeo exudes an air of masculinity and sophistication that solidifies its timeless attraction. A perfect fit for the modern home that is looking to make a dashing statement. Zeo Collection was showcased at ICFF 2016 in New York. More