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Traditional design

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

Project • By BLOKK • Private Houses

Restaurering af bevaringsværdig villa

Located in Roskilde, the project comprises the careful restoration of a heritage villa, with a strong focus on preserving the building’s original architectural character, materiality and historic expression. The project included the comprehensive restoration of the timber frame, the construction of a new roof structure and improvements to the building’s thermal performance through additional insulation. All interventions were developed with respect for the existing building, its historic materials and traditional construction methods. Tom Jersø Tom Jersø Tom Jersø The project brings together the architectural qualities of the historic house with contemporary requirements for functionality, c... More

Project • By IMK Architects • Hotels

Club Mahindra Madikeri Resort

Merging Nature with the Living Habitat   The Madikeri Resort in Coorg, Karnataka is a hospitality project that was designed for Club Mahindra Holidays and Resorts. The design takes cues from the indigenous Kodava culture and upholds biophilia as a central element to create a site-sensitive habitat that is in harmony with nature.   With an area of 2,15,000-sq.ft., the resort comprises a reception, fitness centre, spa, three restaurants and 220 rooms arranged in an arc on a single level to maximise ease of movement. The building blocks have been planned along the edge of the Cardamom Valley, strategically positioned to save every single tree on the site. They are placed below the ridge instead of on it, so that the hill looks un... More

Product • By Scirocco H srl • Tiffany

Tiffany

conic radiator with a vintage taste that becomes the protagonist of its space. Totally made of cast iron and decorated with brass-plated valves, Tiffany is a radiator with a generous size that, thanks to its native material, creates a pleasant atmosphere of constant warmth and widespread warmth. The attention to detail is absolute and is reflected in the richness of its decorations and in the sinuosity of its shape. More

Project • By Comelite Architecture Structure and Interior Design • Private Houses

Guest House Exterior Design

It’s always a challenge to create harmony between an existing and new building – the materials, visuals and lines have to match in order to provide a wholesome image. That is exactly how the CAS design team crafted the exterior of this guest house. With the help of some tall windows and full-glass balconies along with a contemporary Dutch roof, this home exterior emulates a beautiful vibe that is highly unique and elegant. It also features some great vistas of the all-natural surroundings, which are further complemented by the use of all-natural materials that gives the building a warm, welcoming look. The overall look is enhanced by great lighting that provides excellent night views of the home itself, giving it a potentially landmark aest... More

Project • By Comelite Architecture Structure and Interior Design • Hotels

Al-Estiqlal 3-Star Hotel Design

Located on the popular Al-Estiqlal Street in Basra, Iraq, this 3 star hotel features the best of exterior and interior designs. The CAS team participated in an amalgamated architectural and interior collaboration to deliver the layout and exterior design of this hotel. From the parking in the basement to the public spaces on the ground floor and the private guest rooms on the first four floors, each and every element has been designed to emulate a welcoming and comfortable ambience. The exterior boasts a traditional elevation that fits right within the context of the existing street. This hotel encapsulates a truly wholesome design that never fails to attract guests. More

Project • By Comelite Architecture Structure and Interior Design • Housing

Luxury Kerala House Traditional Interior Design

The Kerala House is a luxury private residence located in India, Kerala. The client had some very stringent demands that allowed the CAS design team very limited amount of freedom with the overall design. The client’s brief dictated most of the color and material palate – which was basically a mix of luxurious neo-classical style articulated in gold and wooden features. Since only the dining room, living area and the courtyard were to be refurbished, the team went to work and came up with an elegant, rich and sophisticated design that captured the client’s personal aesthetic with a uniquely contemporary flair that is a signature of all CAS designs. The interior design of these spaces turned out to be truly inspiring – featuring dim, gold... More