We look at the grand career of the Spanish architect — and the recent book that captured his legacy
Design projects across the world are experimenting with new ways to generate energy through the built environment. Elizabeth Braw reports
The structure is made up of pre-fabricated glu-lam wood, which were light enough for workers to install by hand. The wood is covered by f...
A terrace house that needed ‘serious attention’ has been transformed into a comfortable city home for a retired farming couple, who picked up the renovation where the previous owners left off.
A modern home located in Toorak, Melbourne, designed by Sisalla Interior Design, who created a welcoming feel, with a touch of laid-back luxury.
This breathtaking Tuscan villa designed by Oatman Architects is located in Corona Del Mar, a seaside town of Newport Beach, California.
Image 14 of 20 from gallery of Ricart House / Gradolí & Sanz. © Mariela Apollonio
Check out the Camellia Greenhouse that is located in Scotland. The colorful gardens and architectural details are inspiring.
It is natural for all of us to dream and to have a nice and wonderful house. But have you thought of owning and living in an eco-friendly house? A self sustaining house might be a good investment when planning to own a house. The advantages of...
Located in Washington State's Methow Valley, on the edge of the North Cascades, the Mazama House sits near a large meadow and is flanked by native trees.
With winter winding down in the Northern Hemisphere, we look at five contemporary houses in Australia and New Zealand that prove there’s big style Down Under
Completed in 2011 in China. Images by BaO Architects. Split bathhouse The project is split in two distinct buildings, one for men, one for women, that are linked in the middle by a shared space in the...
Ashley Montgomery Design together with Bolt Developments has created this incredibly gorgeous Canadian home located in Barrie, Ontario.
Heavenly design and momentous landscapes combine at Bosjes, a paradisiacal new South African farm resort...
Welcome to Athea, an organic modern home that is a dreamy vision of soft interiors. Described as monochromatic, tonal, and neutral, this project provides a fresh perspective on minimalist design. Full creative freedom was given to Ashley Maddison, founder of AM Interior Studio, with the only request being for the home to feel feminine, light, and warm, like stepping into a hotel upon arrival. With The Calile Hotel acting as the muse, Athea was created.
Actor Patrick Dempsey has already sold his Tin House in Malibu, California, less than two weeks after listing it. He was asking $14.5 million for the unusual...
Image 2 of 31 from gallery of VY ANH House / Khuon Studio. Photograph by Thiet Vu
Have you been seeing a lot of images on Instagram recently that seem almost too perfect to be real? That's because these images are actually AI generated!
Would you consider living underground? If you see our selection of underground houses, you may better understand the attraction to the idea. It is neither dark nor damp, but delightful architectural masterpieces. Have a look-see and decide for yourself!
STORY MERRILYN PATTERSON | PHOTOGRAPHY JASON HARTOG
Vintage Postcard, 1976 Ottobeuren, Bavaria (Bayern) Note: recently, I have been finding this photo all over the blogosphere. While I don't mind it being used, I would really appreciate it if when clicked on, it comes back here to Flickr. Today, I found it being used all by itself on someone's blog, with no track-back. Obviously, it would be considerate if people asked permission first.
Completed in 2019 in Wallington, Australia. Images by Steph McGlenchy. Located on the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, the Bellarine Hillside House by Freehand Projects is designed to engage with its natural...
Details of Victorian Architecture
Full Specs & Features Dimension Depth : 63' Height : 42' Width : 59' Area First Floor: 2140 sq/ft Second Floor: 2021 sq/ft * Total Square Footage typically only includes conditioned space and does not include garages, porches, bonus rooms, or decks. Ceiling Main Ceiling : 10' Upper Ceiling Ft : 9' Roof Roof Framing : Combination Truss/Conventional Roof Type : Asphalt Exterior Wall Framing Exterior Wall Finish : Siding Framing : 2"x6" Bedroom Features Upstairs Master Bedrooms Walk In Closet Kitchen Features Breakfast Nook Eating Bar Kitchen Island Walk In Pantry Cabinet Pantry Additional Room Features Family Room Keeping Room Master Sitting Area Mud Room Storage Area Upstairs Laundry Garage Features Rear Entry Garage Lot Characteristics Suited For Corner Lot Suited For View Lot Outdoor Spaces Covered Front Porch Grill Deck Sundeck Wrap Around Porch What's Included In This Plan Set See a sample plan set All plans are drawn at ¼” scale or larger and include : Foundation Plan: Drawn to 1/4" scale, this page shows all necessary notations and dimensions including support columns, walls and excavated and unexcavated areas. Exterior Elevations: A blueprint picture of all four sides showing exterior materials and measurements. Floor Plan(s): Detailed plans, drawn to 1/4" scale for each level showing room dimensions, wall partitions, windows, etc. as well as the location of electrical outlets and switches. Cross Section: A vertical cutaway view of the house from roof to foundation showing details of framing, construction, flooring and roofing. Interior Elevations: Detailed drawings of kitchen cabinet elevations and other elements as required. » See important information before purchasing. Questions? Call 1-800-528-8070 Plan Set CAD Set: $2260.00 For use by design professionals to make substantial changes to your house plan and inexpensive local printing. Foundation Basement: $0.00 Ideal for level lot, lower level of home partially or fully underground. Additional Options Audio Video Design: $100.00 Receive an overlay sheet with suggested placement of audio and video components. Construction Guide: $39.00 Educate yourself about basic building ideas with these four detailed diagrams that discuss electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and structural topics. Lighting Design: $200.00 Receive an overlay sheet with suggested placement of lighting fixtures. Mirror Reversed Sets: $50.00 A mirror-reversed set is a printed copy of your house, resulting in the same image you would see if you held the drawing up to a mirror. Everything, including the text, is backward in relation to the original design. These kinds of drawing are typically used to reorient an original plan more advantageously on a site, either because the homeowner prefers it that way or because of limitations of the site itself. Note: Mirror reverse sets are only available with a 5 copy or 8 copy set. With a Reproducible, PDF, or CAD set, you can print mirrored copies locally. In addition: 5 Copy set selected, should only allow 4 mirrored sets to be selected. 8 Copy set selected, should only allow 7 mirrored sets to be selected. * Alternate Foundations may take time to prepare. ** Options with a fee may take time to prepare. Please call to confirm.
I think this is a neat tool if you've been wanting to try out some new furniture placement in your home! No heavy lifting required. :) Urban Barn has created The Room Planner, an easy-to-use room planning tool that makes you the designer of your own home.
It's photographs like this that stop me in my tracks when I'm browsing the internet, and I'm always saving them away in some folder that I never do anything with– until today! The time has come to unload my favourite art nouveau stunners on you. Let's start with this flower-shop in Brussels, designe
The brand consultants turned creators have helped launch some of the world’s biggest labels. We find out how they kept up with the Kardashians
Here at Patina Farm, the weekend started with some much needed rain! On Sunday morning we woke to crisp blue skies over the new potager. Hopefully the rain will jumpstart the growth of the lavender along the circular paths. Inside the potager, the rain washed the dust off of the...
Close to the city centre of Groningen the allotment gardens of Tuinwijck are situated. This green oasis between the railway track and the Helperzoom...
Desperdigados e independientes, el vecindario de la isla danesa de Falster usó varios edificios antiguos como centro cultura. El estudio Werk, ante el nuevo uso, transformó por completo la apariencia de la construcción, dotándole de sentido comunitario.
I've got a new 10 Pins post on the blog today, and I'm sharing the best interior & design inspiration I found on Pinterest this month! Click over to discover new designers and to see what has felt inspiring to me lately.
Sure, it’s natural to covet the gorgeous kitchens you see on glamourous design shows or in glossy magazines, but sometimes it’s even more satisfying to see...
Image 11 of 36 from gallery of The house in the thicket / Kasper Bonna Lundgaard M.Arch. Courtesy of Kasper Bonna Lundgaard
Trying to design a room but you are totally stuck and uninspired? Well, today we have 26 rooms and details to give you endless design ideas.
