Specification theme
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about specification theme
News • Specification • 22 Jul 2022
Top 10 Trending Sofas
Sofas are for lounging or sitting, for waiting or working, for eating orsleeping. In private spaces, sofas can be the seat of an individual. Inpublic spaces, they are meant for multiple users. Sofas are comparatively large objects that fill and inherently organize lobbies, living rooms, reception areas and circulation areas. The most important functional aspect of a sofa is whether it is comfortable. As a design statement, sofas can either correspond to the nature of a space, or be a standalone, landmark feature within it. Leather, textile, wood - sofas are produced in an enormous range of materials, textures and colors. These are ten of Archello’s most popular products specified by architects and designers in the past year.
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News • Specification • 4 Jul 2022
Top 10 Trending Tiles
From bathroom walls to flooring for living spaces, tiling provides a durable, easy-to-maintain finish solution with a seemingly infinite range of colors, finishes, shapes and sizes. Architects and designers specify tiling for both wet and dry environments, indoors and outdoors. Though a hard finish, tiling can also be produced in warm colors and with a variety of textures to achieve a variety of design intents. These are ten of our most popular tile products specified in the past year.
Jersey City Urby by Concrete - © Ewout Huibers for concrete
1. Core Collection Terra by MosaMosa Core Collection Terra tiles, manufactured in the Netherlands by Mosa, have a distinctly natural, earthy character thanks to their powdery, matt l... More
News • Specification • 14 Jun 2022
Top 10 Trending Ceilings
Ceilings are arguably the most visible component of a space. From offices to commercial centers and airports, ceiling finishes can cover vast areas to conceal structural slabs or roofs, and enclose all the various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting and security equipment necessary to building functions. Materials used to clad ceilings can be solid or semi open. They can lend to a space’s acoustical performance with perforated or sound absorbing materials such as mineral wool, wood or felt. These are ten of Archello’s most popular products specified by architects and designers in the past year.
University of Applied Sciences Bielefeld by Auer Weber - © Aldo Amoretti
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News • Specification • 30 May 2022
Top 10 Trending Washbasins
Used to wash one’s hand and face, washbasins are both functional and intimate products, manufactured in a wide array of design options to meet the needs of any environment or aesthetic. They typically come in three forms: on pedestals, wall-mounted or top-mounted on cabinets or other base furniture. Made in materials ranging from ceramic to concrete, glass, aluminum and other formed or sheet metals, washbasins can be selected as standalone design features or a component fitting within a larger design ensemble. These are ten of Archello’s most popular washbasin products specified in the past year.
Subway 2.0 by Villeroy & Boch AG - Courtesy of Villeroy & Boch AG
1. Subway 2.0 by Villeroy & Boch AGVillero... More
News • Specification • 13 May 2022
Top 10 Trending Armchairs
Architects and designers use armchairs to complete spaces visually and functionally. Popular armchairs today range in materiality from tubular steel frames fit with fabrics or leather, to wood structures and plastic molds. Ergonomic and visually appealing, armchairs can be selected for commercial or home lounge areas, defining the spaces around them. These are ten of Archello’s most popular products specified by architects and designers in the past year.
Pool house by Stevenvandenborre Architecten - © Tim Van de Velde
1. Husk by B&B Italia
Designed by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, the Husk armchair offers a stiff body made of Hirek ® containing a soft cushion divided into portions that highlight an... More
News • Specification • 25 Apr 2022
Top 10 Trending Interior Doors
Interior doors provide privacy between rooms. Users are constantly in physical contact with them. The finishes and detailing of interior doors are an important element of interior design and often complete a space. And so, solutions for door systems - assemblage, settings, weight, materiality - are constantly being tested and improved by manufacturers around the world, to provide a greater range of options for architects and designers. These are ten of our most popular interior door products specified in the past year.
90 Ninety by YCL studio - © Norbert Tukaj
1. ECLISSE Syntesis® Line Battente by ECLISSE srl The Italian-manufactured Syntesis® Line Battente by ECLISSE is a frameless hinged door... More
News • Specification • 8 Apr 2022
Top 10 Trending Wooden Cladding
Timber cladding is a versatile construction element that can be used both indoors and outdoors. It is a textured, natural material that makes a strong aesthetic statement for sustainability. For exterior envelopes, high quality cladding products must also be durable and weatherproof, in even the most demanding climatic conditions. Manufacturers worldwide produce cladding products in a variety of profiles and surface finishes for any project type. These are ten of Archello’s most popular wood cladding products specified by architects and designers in the past year.
Maidla Nature Villa by b210 - © Tõnu Tunnel
1. Benchmark Thermo-Ash by ThermoryManufactured in Estonia by sauna-material leader Thermory, Benc... More
News • Specification • 25 Mar 2022
Top 10 Trending Stools
The stool was among the first types of furniture. Simple, with three legs and a flat top, it served the most basic need: to sit. In this week’s theme article, we take a look at stools, which have evolved to incorporate various forms for different living and entertainment arrangements. Designers today use three, four or five legs, producing stools at heights that match tabletops or higher surfaces like bars and counters. These are ten of our most popular products specified by architects and designers in the past year.
House A210 by Studio Didea Architetti Associati - © Serena Eller
1. BCN Stool by KristaliaThe BCN stool by Kristalia offers a unique curvilinear seat, fabricated in a plastic typically used... More
News • Specification • 11 Mar 2022
Top 10 Trending Outdoor Furniture
High quality outdoor furniture can successfully transform patios, decks and gardens into enjoyable living spaces. Every day architects share their material and product selections on Archello, contributing to an ever-growing database of specifications. In this week’s theme article, we take a look at outdoor furniture - durable products designed to withstand the elements, made of materials ranging from yarn to steel. These are ten of our most popular products specified by architects and designers in the past year.
Renovation 1662 by Robert M. Gurney Architect - © Anice Hoachlander
1. Spun by Magis
Designed by Thomas Heatherwick for Magis, the Spun is a rotating chair made of molded polyethylene. Sold in... More
News • News • 28 Feb 2022
Top 10 Trending Brick Cladding
From exterior facades to interior spaces, brick cladding provides a solution that is both classic and natural. Every day architects share their material and interior selections on Archello and through their knowledge sharing our database of specifications is growing rapidly. In this week’s theme article, we take a look at brick cladding. These are the designs that were most often specified by architects and designers in the past year. These are ten of our most popular options.
Cinema Le Grand Palais by Antonio Virga Architecte - © Luc Boegly
1. Linea by Vande Moortel
Handmade in Belgium, Linea facing bricks by Vande Moortel are a popular option. The manufacturer produces 95,000,000 bricks a year, for projects... More
News • Specification • 13 Feb 2022
Top 10 Trending Metal Mesh Cladding
From exterior facades to interior curtains, metal mesh meets a variety of architectural needs. Every day architects share their material and interior selections on Archello and through their knowledge sharing our database of specifications is growing rapidly. In this week’s theme article, we take a look at metal mesh. These are the designs that were most often specified by architects and designers in the past year. These are ten of our most popular options.
Library and Learning Centre by Zaha Hadid Architects - © Iwan Baan
1 Haver Architectural Mesh by HAVER and BOECKER
Haver Architectural Mesh is a stainless-steel wire mesh adaptable for interior and exterior uses. An integrated acoustic material means the m... More
News • Specification • 24 Sep 2021
Top 10 Trending Pendants
From the spectacular to the minimal, pendants can anchor a space and often feature in dining areas, kitchens and living rooms. Every day architects share their material and interior selections on Archello and through their knowledge sharing our database of specifications is growing rapidly. In this week’s theme article we take a look at trending pendants. Those designs that are most often specified by architects and designers in the past year.
1. Arrangements by Flos
Five geometric elements, the round, the drop, the square, the line and the broken line, can be combined in different configurations. Designer Michael Anastassiades made the body of Arrangements out of extruded powder-coated aluminium. Each element connects with... More