Modern design

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Project • By Kanisavaran OfficePrivate Houses

1028 Villa

1028  Villa|Design & Construction: 2023-2024 Area: 750 M2 Location: Khane Darya, Tehran, Iran Client: Mohesn Nasrollahi Principle Architect: Mohammad Kanisavaran Project Team: Golnessa Mottahed, Fatemeh Ahmadieh, Atefeh Parandeh, Nastaran Nasri Mechanical Engineer Consultant: Saeed Hashemi, Mr Khodaei Electrical Engineer Consultant: Mr Ashoori Supervisor on Site: Farshid Abbaspanah Physical Model: Sayeh Golmohammadi Graphic: Masoomeh Samadi  Photography: Deed studio Deed Studio Deed Studio Deed Studio Villa 1028  From the view of the alley it is a solid from. And from the view of the river its open. There is a contrast when looking at the passage and the stream that forms the front of the build... More

Project • By RO | ROCKETT DESIGNPrivate Houses

SF BAY | HILLSIDE HOUSE

Occupying a six acre hillside parcel and constrained by access and local regulation, the Hillside House unfolds down an oak studded slope. The structure cuts itself into the land allowing discreet access from the top and concealing the two additional floors below from street view. The middle level houses the public activities of the home and cantilevers a glassy corner into the canopy of an ancient coastal oak tree. The dark cedar wood rainscreen skin allows the bulk of the house to recede into the groves and help to break down the scale of the house. JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER Caption Caption More

Project • By Banker WireApartments

Residential Welded Wire Railings

This newly built residence is an interior design model that combines modern elegance with functionality. The open-plan layout, high ceilings, and large windows make this space so bright, airy, and so inviting. Upper-level flooring and railing in dark tones add a further streak of sophistication to an already enhanced contemporary vibe of the space. With all of the open space in this home, the homeowners wanted to keep as much open feel as possible with the aesthetics. Banker Wire Banker Wire Using the Banker Wire WDZ-49 welded wire mesh, they installed railing infills powder coated in Raven Black for their home. The welded wire railing works great for anyone looking to install some durable, low-maintenance material into their hou... More

Project • By Whipple Russell ArchitectsPrivate Houses

Hutton Drive 2641

The Site  As hillside design specialists, the Whipple Russell team sometimes finds it necessary to move mountains – or at least part of one, in order to create a spacious yet intimate modern home. To accomplish these goals for our Hutton house, we first cut into the rear hillside to maximize backyard living space and to site the house further from the street in the front. At the back of the property two porcelain stone retaining walls create a balcony lounge area with a fire pit and greenery overlooking the saltwater pool, spa, and the entire property including multiple firepits, and an outdoor kitchen/bar. An Ipe wood walkway bridge leads from this upper seating into the primary suite.  Adam Latham Adam Latham F... More

Project • By KanDesign – architecture&interior designApartments

Renovated apartment in Ramat Gan

Lovely customers whose children have grown up and left home, decided to renovate the existing apartment and completely renovate it. Eran Turgeman – Photography Studio The renovation included dismantling the infrastructure of the entire apartment, due to an existing plumbing problem that was known before the renovation and was another trigger for the start. Eran Turgeman – Photography Studio The house was dismantled and reassembled in a different design, more open and bright. Walls came down and large and significant plaster depressions that were made in the past due to different sizes of air conditioners were destroyed, thus also achieving a new sense of height for the apartment Eran Turgeman – Photography S... More
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Project • By BezmirnoApartments

Enigma

Imagine being in a large labyrinth where every corner hides a secret and every detail matters. Enigma is a functional space that looks light, relaxed, and comfortable, with complex geometry hidden in the simplicity of minimalism. Caption The apartment, the interior design of which was developed by the Bezmirno team, is located in the business-class suburban complex Park Lake City, not far from Kyiv. The apartment’s windows overlook the lake, located in the center of the complex. The low-rise building of the complex seems to bring you closer to nature while maintaining privacy and intimacy. Caption The main task we faced was to combine two apartments into a single living space with a total area of 200 square meters. The apa... More

Project • By balbek bureauOffices

NEWSHOUSE 2.0

NewsHouse 2.0 is a multimedia complex on the main street of Kyiv, Khreshchatyk, designed by the bureau for the Public Broadcasting Company of Ukraine (Suspline Ukraine). Maryan Beresh LOCATION The building on Khreshchatyk was constructed in 1849 as a postal station. Later, one of the first Ukrainian television studios started operating here, but it burned down in the 1990s. Maryan Beresh Two floors of the building were allocated for the future newsroom. The main hall is very tall, with ceilings reaching 9 meters, sometimes preserving soot from the fire. This large dark space had an impressive appearance and became the basis for the future concept. Maryan Beresh CHALLENGES The main challenge for us was the unconventional... More

Project • By RO | ROCKETT DESIGNPrivate Houses

LAKE TAHOE | LAKEFRONT

The dramatic site largely informed the design of this residence. Early explorations of a serpentine architecture threading through large, slumbering boulders and towering evergreen trees resulted in a design which cascades the site, negotiating the sectional character of the lot, leading to the water’s edge. Rather than altering the site by removing seemingly cumbersome boulders, the design worked with it – integrating its unique character and intricacies, creating moments for its residents and visitors.  JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER JOE FLETCHER The material and color palette of the design was equally inspired by the site’s inherent beauty. The residence is set on a ru... More

Project • By RO | ROCKETT DESIGNPrivate Houses

HILLSBOROUGH | CAROLANDS

Taking cues from the neighboring classical Carolands Chateau, this home for six maximizes a flat site by lifting the quiet programs off the ground to float above the activity.  Service spaces are captured amongst a masonry plinth, nodding to the neighboring Chateau’s organization and rusticated base.   ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE These masses organize the primary public spaces into a double high core that connects seamlessly to the exterior.  When doors retract, the wood clad volume above becomes a canopy for indoor/outdoor living.   ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE The language of the wood cladding... More

Project • By RO | ROCKETT DESIGNPrivate Houses

LAKE TAHOE | CABIN(S)

The Lake Tahoe Cabins is comprised of three discrete structures that traverse the rugged and complex Crystal Bay shoreline.  Each cabin is strategically arranged around the site’s elemental intricacies with distinct connections to the Tahoe landscape and lakefront below.   ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE The individual structures are linked by a glazed bridge whose footprint kinks precisely around a mass of prehistoric Sierra granite.  The unique arrangement of cabins creates recreational alcoves before approaching the lake.   ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE ADAM ROUSE On the second level, the great room and kitchen expand the en... More

Project • By Bolshakova StudioApartments

Seaside Vista Apartment

Location: Limassol, CyprusTotal Area: 127 sq.mTeam: Nataly Bolshakova, Iryna Kalinyna, Anna Denisenko, Alyona GrigorenkoPhoto: Vigo Jansons  Photo: Vigo Jansons Photo: Vigo Jansons Brief  The clients are a family of four, including two children, who are looking to create a bright and fresh interior design for their apartment. They have a passion for collecting contemporary art, particularly sculptures, which should be prominently featured and properly stored within the space. Photo: Vigo Jansons Challenge   The most extensive challenge the design team faced while working on this project was altering the space's layout. Therefore, Nataly Bolshakova suggested creating a separate laundry room and wardrobe. Add... More

Project • By Bolshakova StudioApartments

Renaissance Residence

Location: Kyiv, UkraineTotal Area: 285.5 sq.mTeam: Nataly Bolshakova, Anna Denisenko, Alyona Grigorenko, Julia Artyukh, Marina SenkoPhoto: Andrey Avdeenko Photo: Andrey Avdeenko Development This commercial development was designed with future sale or rental prospects in mind. Consequently, the designers prioritized creating a versatile and adaptable space that would appeal to a wide range of people. The interiors have been carefully crafted to blend modern sophistication with comfort, ensuring that future residents can easily tailor the space to their preferences. Additionally, the design includes art elements that give the space a distinct and refined atmosphere. Photo: Andrey Avdeenko Challenge  Striking a balance b... More

Project • By Bittoni ArchitectsHousing

Wynola

Located just footsteps from the Pacific Ocean in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles, the Wynola house was designed around taking barn vernacular and melding it into a modern aesthetic. Living spaces are spread across the property and open up into the landscape. The garage/studio and house are all physically connected to each other by a shared patio and visually connected via large scale openings and glass. Bittoni Architects Bittoni Architects Bittoni Architects Bittoni Architects More

Product • By GreenappleBongó

Bongó

The unique musical form of the Bongó bar cabinet leaves no one indifferent. Like the echo of a drum, its elegance and perfect craftsmanship reverberate in every room. The beautiful combination of the oxidized brass handles with the fascinating, intricate veins of the Sahara Noir marble, conveys the elegance and sophistication of the Bongó cabinet. With automatic light switches, the Sahara Noir marble doors open to reveal the Patagonia Granite stone texture shine from within. More

Project • By GreenappleHousing

Vilamoura Residential

The couple who commissioned this project have chosen Vilamoura for its unique leisure and recreation resort community. The 1200 sqm villa featuring a considerable garden space and a private swimming pool, exhibits a contemporary architectural look with premium quality materials and stunning finishes. Once the renovation project was finalised, the couple approached Greenapple for a full interior design project. Both the necessity and opportunity for a great project was immediately apparent. An open brief allowed our architects, designers and construction specialists to conceive a home interior that could meet all of the client’s lifestyle requirements now and in the future. Highlights include incorporation of decorative stone details i... More