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Project • By IONS DESIGN • Private Houses
MODERN
Our newest architecture design in balanced blend of modern art deco and classic architecture style. This cohesive blend creates a unique and luxurious character from exterior to the home interiors of a private palace in Saudi Arabia.
The exterior design has timeless appeal attributed to precise symmetry and proportion with arches and openings arranged uniformly as typically seen in classic buildings. It is then harmonized with Art Deco elements such as flat roof, sleek glass windows and plain, off-white façade with accent of black aluminum trim to achieve a contemporary and opulent residential building.
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News • News • 31 Aug 2023
50 best architecture firms in the United States
The United States of America is the heart of modern architectural spirit, with the world’s best firms pushing the boundaries of design, innovation and sustainability. It was during the 20th century that American architecture established its distinct identity. The inception of the Chicago School of Architecture revolutionized building construction, paving the way for the birth of the skyscraper. Iconic architects like Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wright further challenged conventions, embracing new materials and organic design principles. The emergence of the International Style in the mid-20th century marked another milestone in the country’s architecture. Architects like Mies van der Rohe and Philip Johnson championed this mo... More
News • News • 25 Nov 2020
SOM completes graceful dedication to the United States Military history
20 miles outside of Washington DC, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill placed a series of rigorous steel pavilions on top of a plateau to evoke the sense of monumentally befitting the National Museum of the United States Army (NMUSA). The museum is foremost a dedication to the story of the individual soldier and draws inspiration from three core military ideals: discipline, modesty, and rigor.
© Dave Burk | SOM
The facade is composed of laser-cut, stainless steel panels based on a three foot grid that refer to a sense of rigor and discipline. At each corner of the pavilions recessed glass panels alternate with painted aluminum fins.
© Dave Burk | SOM
“Symbolism and community were at the core of our design. We wanted... More
News • News • 19 Nov 2020
Light plays a central role in Steven Holl’s Houston Museum of Fine Arts expansion
Two key design choices by Steven Holl make sure the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, Texas, is flooded with natural light. Concave roof openings let the light in from above and seven porous gardens, cut out of the volume, let the light into traffic corridors.
© Richard Barnes
The curved dancing roof slices open strips of glazing to let the light into the top level galleries. The undersides of the curved ceilings function as light reflectors that distribute the light across each gallery.
© Richard Barnes
The organic shape refers to the lush vegetation and water that characterizes the new campus expansion. The two levels 237,000-sf Kinder Building is part of a master plan that knits together a 1924 historic church... More
Project • By Nadel Architecture + Planning • Offices
El Centro Medical Office Building
The El Centro Medical building is a new 2 story, 44,137 GSF state-of-the-art medical facility located in the city of El Centro in California’s Imperial Valley. It is immediately adjacent to U.S. Interstate 8, providing tremendous visibility to passersby’s and easy access from the entire region. The site is master-planned to accommodate over 250 parking spaces and is landscaped in an “orchard” configuration. The facility was constructed for a single tenant: Clinicas de Salud del Pueblo, a health-care provider long established in the Imperial Valley. The building shell is of two-story, concrete tilt-up construction, with an internal steel frame and concrete and steel composite floors. Window openings are carefull... More
News • News • 30 Jul 2020
Diller Scofidio + Renfro wraps warped US Olympic and Paralympic Museum in 9,000 uniquely shaped anodized aluminum panels
Diller Scofidio + Renfro shape the US Olympic and Paralympic Museum as a tribute to the athlete’s movements. At the foot of the Rocky Mountains, in Colorado Springs, the 60,000 sf building includes 20,000 sf of galleries, a state-of-the-art theater, event space and cafe.
Jason O'Rear
Accessibility was a key factor from the start. The design team consulted Paralympic athletes and persons with disabilities that lead to a route of ramps that guide visitors downhill a gentle-grade. 6 feet wide ramps can accommodate side-by-side movement of two visitors including a wheelchair.
Jason O'Rear
The structure consists of a steel frame superstructure anchored by cast-in-place concrete lateral cores. The architects wrapped... More
News • Innovations • 17 Jul 2020
MAGIC Architecture transform a ‘scrappy’ Texas building by revealing its original 1920s charm
In a now revitalized Austin, Texas neighbourhood that was once known for its rough character, MAGIC Architecture has transformed what they describe as an existing ‘scrappy’ building that served for many years as a liquor store into The Meteor, an all-day café and custom bicycle shop.
Credit: Leonid Furmansky
The concrete building was originally constructed in the 1920s, but it’s original charm and potential had become hidden after years of ill-advised additions including awnings and cluttered signage.
Credit: Leonid Furmansky
As a starting point, the architects looked to the exterior wall openings, installing a typed of triangulated or ‘krinkled’ type of window. The dynamic planes of the new... More
Product • By Mercury Mosaics • Medium Moroccan Fish Scales
Medium Moroccan Fish Scales - 1015E Caribbean Blue
Our signature shape, inspired by the glistening movement of the gently rolling sea. Particularly popular in showers and bathrooms, these Moroccan fish scales are just as beautiful and striking in a kitchen or entry. This fish scale tile can be installed in all directions for stunning effect, helping you create your own personal oasis.Each tile is made by hand in the United States and can be shipped anywhere in the world. This color is just one of the 125 beautiful colors we can make this tile in. Contact us anytime for more information on the various sizes and colors of tile we have available. More
Project • By Basaltina® Natural Stone • Community Centres
Asia Society - Houston
The Asia Society Texas Center in Houston is one of the projects that can benefit of having Basaltina® stone for the floors: its uniqueness and durability and warm colours contributes to add value to every project. Here it is possible to admire Basaltina® matched with wooden, steel and glass elements. It is matter of pride to have the possibility to enhance such a beautiful building with a minimalistic and sophisticated natural stone. More
Project • By Basaltina® Natural Stone • Stadiums
Cowboys Stadium (AT&T Stadium) - Dallas
AT&T Stadium is one of the biggest in the world. Some of the interiors lobbies are made in Basaltina®: floors, stair cases and wall claddings are enhanced with the minimalistic and modern texture of our unique stone. The incredible versatility allows a great uniformity yet with an amazing natural veining and colour range that made the project unique. Millions of people will walk on these floors and lean on these walls but Basaltina® will remain as beautiful as the first time. More
Project • By Reynaers Aluminium • Residential Landscape
Flying Star Residence
his signature mountain home can trace its beginnings to a rough outline in the sparkling powder of a Big Sky Country ski run. The Flying Star residence is a well-crafted contemporary home located in Bridger Canyon, a private residential enclave just outside of Bozeman, Montana. This 4,690 sq. ft., three-bedroom dwelling presents an appealing blend of minimalist European styling, expansive window walls, and natural interior effects, such as massive timber ceiling beams.“THE PROJECT CAME TO LIFE WHEN THE CONTRACTOR AND I WERE SKIING NEAR THE PROJECT SITE; WE SKETCHED OUT AN INITIAL LAYOUT INTO THE SNOW, CREATING A VIABLE FLOOR PLAN THAT FUSED WITH THE SURROUNDING TOPOGRAPHY.” Edwin Ugorowski, AIA, LEED AP,... More