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June 13, 2025
Tucked into a prominent corner lot in Melbourne’s leafy suburb of Armadale, this reimagined 1882 Victorian-era home has been sensitively adapted into a contemporary retreat for a modern family of six. Designed by Australian firm Taylor Knights, the project balances history with new life, weaving in lush landscape, flexible zoning, and handcrafted materials. From a […]
June 12, 2025
Perched on the slopes of East Gros Ventre Butte, Ridge 52 Residence by Ward + Blake Architects is a modern mountain home that doesn’t just sit in its surroundings, it appears to grow out of them. Designed with strict height restrictions in mind, the house doesn’t rise above the ridge, but instead folds into it, […]
June 11, 2025
In the hills of Carmel Valley, Pelio Estate has quietly redefined what a wine tasting space can feel like. The family-owned winery, run by two sisters, recently worked with Hawkins Interiors and architecture firm Backen & Backen, to turn an old barn and gravel parking lot into something much more considered, a warm, moody, tasting […]
June 10, 2025
Sharon Giffen explains how Earls Court’s cosmopolitan heritage and an ambitious 44-acre masterplan are set to reignite West London as a hub of innovation, culture and community. Earls Court holds a special place in my family’s history. It is where my mother arrived from Colombia as a young architect backpacking through Europe in the early […]
June 10, 2025
For Le Borgne Rizk Architecture, transforming a dark, compartmentalized house into a light-filled family home meant more than just knocking down walls. Located on Chemin de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine in the Outremont neighborhood of Quebec, this two-storey residence was reimagined with a focus on openness, natural light, and fluid connections to nature. From the foyer to […]
June 10, 2025
June 10, 2025 Central Bark, designed by Chrissy Fehan for DARRAN, is a workspace solution that quietly rethinks what office furniture can be, especially in pet-friendly workplaces. At its core, it’s a modern desk system with clean lines and warm materials. What sets it apart is a built-in pet nook, integrated directly into the design. […]
June 9, 2025
On the 7th floor of Deji Plaza’s in Nanjing, China, X+Living Architecture and Interior Design has created something quietly transformative. Led by designer Li Xiang, the studio turned an ordinary mall dining area into a layered indoor garden that invites people to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with nature in the heart of the […]
June 9, 2025
In the heart of Valencia’s El Carmen neighbourhood, OFF LINE Café is a quiet revelation—a space where the ritual of coffee takes center stage, thoughtfully designed by Ramón Esteve Estudio. At a time when every corner café chases spectacle, OFF LINE does the opposite. It invites you to disconnect, to settle in, and to pay […]
June 9, 2025
In the heart of Milan’s Quadrilatero della Moda, where fashion heritage meets forward-thinking design, Eredi Zucca’s new flagship barber shop is a masterclass in timeless masculinity and immersive spatial storytelling. Designed by The Guild of Saint Luke, the space is a tactile homage to centuries-old grooming rituals, reimagined with a contemporary lens. Established in 1652, […]
June 8, 2025
Bold House is a Mediterranean home designed by Manuel García Asociados with a focus on harmony, craftsmanship, and spatial flow. Curved forms are used throughout to soften transitions and create a continuous connection between architecture and interior design. The result is a warm, minimalist residence that balances precision with comfort. The Facade Bold House makes […]
June 8, 2025
Wallpaper isn’t just background anymore, and The Art Collection by Skins Wallpaper proves it. Designed by L’Antic Colonial (part of the Porcelanosa Group), this latest series turns walls into immersive experiences. Each mural goes beyond decoration to create a mood, a story, or even a sense of place. Whether it’s the calm of soft water […]
June 6, 2025
A landmark of Glasgow’s industrial past, The Briggait has long stood as a gateway between the city’s medieval Merchant City and the River Clyde. Now, thanks to an ambitious refurbishment by Collective Architecture, two of its historic market halls have been restored, rekindling a vital connection to the river and the distinctive cultural landscape beyond. […]
13 November 2026
