Archive for February, 2010
Casa Kübler is an outstanding and beautiful modern home in Colina, northern Santiago, Chile. The Architects, 57Studio, continue to churn out the most amazing homes, each distinctively different in character. We thought to feature this property, completed in 2008, as it is set in an amazing location with the Andes mountains as a backdrop.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 28 February, 2010
Boston-based Ruhl Walker Archictects has been around for about 15 years, during which time they have designed some of the most innovate and esthetic buildings across the United States, winning several awards in the fields of Commercial and Residential Architecture and Interior Design. Lofts, in particular, are an area in which Ruhl Walker excels, so we chose to cover one of their Boston loft projects which completed in 2008 for an astoundingly large 5,000 square foot space.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 27 February, 2010
Having revolutionized home entertainment with the CD, Philips has always been a company at the leading-edge of design, whether it’s lighting or electronics. Their LivingColors lighting range is one such example, where Philips has combined lighting with design principles to create a product that can change the color or tone of a room and affect the mood in an instant.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 26 February, 2010
A headline caught my eye today during my morning news review, as I recognized the name of a famous Internet mogul selling his home as being the same person that bought one of my favorite Hollywood Homes several years ago. Baroda Park, in Holmby Hills, Los Angeles, is back on the market – through Linda May Properties – so it’s an excellent time for us to take a look.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 26 February, 2010
CURIOSITY inc., Japan based architecture firm, has designed the main lobby and two restaurants, ‘Cafe in the park’ and ‘The dining’, in the Ana Crown Plaza Osaka hotel. The color scheme is warm and the designs are meant to complement the character of osaka, using glass, metal and stone to achieve a minimalist aesthetic.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 26 February, 2010
The timeless and iconic Arco Lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in 1962. We have collected affordable alternatives ($37 – $409) to the pricey original one ($2600).
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 26 February, 2010
Best renowned for their design and planning of High-Society events, ranging from corporate executive functions to celebrity weddings, Bardin Palomo also offer a selection of original furniture, mirrors and lighting that they have selected for their boutique showroom in a uber-fashionable neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. Given their reputation for impeccable taste, we thought we’d check them out.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 26 February, 2010
Recently awarded the Good Design Award by The Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design, Martin Mostbock is no stranger to accolades-the Vienna based designer has received recognition from the reddot design awards for High Design Quality, among others. Martin initially studied in the fields of architecture, design, construction and urban planning and has since gone on to modern residences, abstract furniture, household items and beyond.
Posted by Chelsea Latimer at 26 February, 2010
We love this hotel, which is located in Lapland, Finland, it is a unique and funky design that has taken a traditional snow theme of igloos and added some creativity to provide a different kind of stay experience. We applaud design and creativity that goes out on a limb like this, it makes for a novel and unique experience and is a refreshing change from the seemingly endless supply of bland chain hotels.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 25 February, 2010
Since starting Interior Design firm Urban Dwellings, in 2005, Tracy Davis has quickly risen to become one of the leading lights in Interior Design. We connected with her firm to learn more about one of her recently completed projects, a Safari-themed Children’s Room. Photos are courtesy of Darren Setlow.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 25 February, 2010
