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No prizes for guessing what the main material used in creating the Ceramic House was. The name may give it away, but the interior of this 50sqm apartment in Madrid doesn't reveal its technologically advanced secret at first glance. Spanish...
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Stark minimalism is taken to the nth degree at this Osaka hair salon. Continuing the trend for hairdressers you could easily mistake for art galleries; this little treasure - located sans façade on the second floor of a building in the city's...
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You'd be hard pressed to find two more visually different structures placed on purpose in such close proximity than Tisse Métis Égal in the grounds of the Château Ramezay's Reford Gardens. Perhaps the Stedelijk Museum extension in Amsterdam has...
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Fabrice Hyber began creating his collection of Prototypes d’Objets en Fonctionnement (POF) in 1991, and now for the first time all 150 works are on display at the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Val-de-Marne. We recently featured a collection...
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Remember that '80s phenomenon (fad), Choose Your Own Adventure - Edward Packard's children's 'game-books', where the destiny was in your hands? I was partial to perusing the odd one or two; however, writer/poet/magician/all-round literary creative...
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Anyone familiar with the space-bending trickery of MC Escher's art will have no trouble spotting his influence in this room by Joey Ho Design. Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong, this restaurant - at the city's Olympian City shopping centre - wears...
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Kiwi artist Jeremy Geddes doesn't like to describe a narrative for his paintings, preferring to let the viewer form their own impression of the painstakingly produced paintings. The first impression we get is “ouch”. Formed in photo-realistic...
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Sounding like something from Star Trek, 21st Century Light Space Modulator is actually a renovation of unused and unloved space under Hungerford Bridge at London's Southbank. Created by Jason Bruges Studio, the project was commissioned by...
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Sitting in the middle of Guimarães, a UNESCO world heritage city in Portugal, this steel and cork structure may at first seem a bit incongruous with its surroundings, especially given that it has people's legs sticking out of the bottom. In...
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* Please note: Catch has now closed. Catch possesses an invigorating mix of old and new. Baroque framed mirrors, and stained glass windows grace the walls of the restaurant, black chalkboards and large jars of preserved goods continue the olde...
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Fashion models are often accused of being too thin, but the new window displays at Christian Louboutin's boutiques are taking things to extremes. Retail design team StudioXAG, whom we featured as part of our Create GB series, have been at it...
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The concept of The Well Proven Chair started with a shocking statistic – between 50 and 80 per cent of the raw materials used to create usable wooden furniture ends up as waste in the form of sawdust, shavings and chips. Are you sitting...
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Hospitality brand Trailborn, debut their first coastal resort, Trailborn Surf & Sound an outstanding waterfront escape in North Carolina's Wrightsville Beach. With 151 guest rooms inspired by the region’s historic maritime heritage, various...
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Located in one of New York City's most storied neighbourhoods, Romer Hell’s Kitchen is a 295-room hotel just west of Broadway and a short walk to the waterfront. Known for informal restaurants, eclectic theatres, drag shows and jazz clubs,...
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Situated just steps from the Beltline at Lee + White — one of Atlanta's most exciting mixed-use destinations — Strangers in Paradise is a decadent cocktail den that exudes the aura of a 1980s or early '90s beachside resort with eclectic decor,...
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Home to a private two-bedroom apartment from Monocle, as well as a further seven minimalist guest rooms with shared facilities, Gasthof Oxen is a historic inn and restaurant blending five centuries of heritage with contemporary charm. A new...
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The prestigious A’ Design Award & Competition wrap-up another fruitful year with the announcement of their winners for the 2024—2025 season. Created with the aim of building strong incentives for designers, companies and brands from around the...
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So you're planning a wedding, and you want something truly unique, something that feels special? Let me tell you about wood grain wedding invitations – they are just gorgeous and bring in this natural beauty that feels totally timeless. Think...
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Independent fashion labels are redefining style with bold, original designs that break free from mainstream trends. To bring these visions to life, many are partnering with custom- cut and sew manufacturers, choosing tailored production over generic...
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Tuscany is famous for its beautiful vineyards, rolling hills, and, of course, incredible wine. But did you know it’s also a fantastic place for families? Many wineries welcome kids, offering fun activities like juice tastings, farm visits, and...