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Typically, homeowners have a particular taste that they’d like to carry out through their entire home– but it appears that the owners of this home down under just wanted something completely eclectic. Which includes the front and rear facades in this case. Nixon Tulloch Fortey Architecture were the masterminds behind this one with a highly creative…

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With small spaces making a comeback in design popularity and the rising cost of space in San Francisco continues– Panoramic Interests has created a concept for some small city living homes called “SmartSpace” in the city’s South of Market district. Set to be one of the few LEED Platinum Certified buildings, SmartSpace won’t be skimping on…

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Bangkok design and architecture powerhouses Sansiri and Shma put together another vertical garden that we can’t take our eyes off of. In an attempt to help the green ‘rise’ with the city, Sansiri architects had the idea of incorporating something vertically to keep the greenery going– and the outcome was outstanding. The facade has a ‘checkered’…

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European architecture tends to be on the bolder side of color, texture and pattern when it comes to everyday exteriors– and these Settles Street residences are no exception. Built up on an older industrial area, there are 5 new multi-family residences all situated within two residential blocks. A striped painted facade was meant to mimic the…

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It’s not often that there’s a completely glass encased home happening, but it appears that Thomas Phifer and his partners found an interesting solution to a waterfront house. Built in 2009 on Fishers Island, New York, this home has a seriously open layout, a meticulously cared for landscape, and a simply stunning overall layout. Phifer and…

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Bright colors have been on the up in popularity in the past couple of years, and it looks like German artist Horst Glasker got it right with his brightly colored steps in Germany. The artist’s installation is titled “Scala” which means stairs, and he’s proud to have stenciled different words on the risers to describe relationships,…

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Building facades are a great way to extend an invite in, keep visitors at bay, or evoke emotion and attention for the sheer creativity alone. The Wintergarden shopping center in Brisbane, Australia is such a space that it perfectly sets itself apart from the traditional facades that sit next to it. Designed by Studio 505, the…

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Educational spaces can sometimes be drowned out by drab and uninteresting design that takes up space just for the purpose of being functional. Supermachine Studio put an end to that when they dreamt up the Bangkok University’s Student Lounge. There are different seating arrangements that allow the students to form study groups– or spend some time…

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African safari adventures are an interesting sounding trip for most, and the Singita Lebombo Lodge combines the thrill seekers and their luxurious accommodations into one unforgettable vacation. Overall, there are 15 suites complete with luxury decor and located in areas with a perfect climate. There are outdoor showers and a multitude of amenities available to guests….

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Japanese architect Tadao Ando has been at the forefront of design and architecture for years and years. Ando designed the large house and contemporary art gallery for his good friend and long time collaborator, Takeo Obayashi. Complete with a traditional Japanese tea room and a spacious art gallery in addition to the standard living spaces. Tadao’s typical…