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House Bierings The Beauty of Simplicity in House Design by Rocha Tombal Architecten [The Netherlands]

August 21, 2010 Filed Under: Sustainable Home Design
House Bierings The Beauty of Simplicity in House Design by Rocha Tombal Architecten [The Netherlands]

How elegant a house can be while being able to retain the simplicity is exampled by this art work of Rocha Tombal Architecten. The differentiating factor of the house is its uniqueness. The house is given ‘eye’ shaped windows welcoming the view of beautiful nature facing them. The residency is designed such that it shuns the view of neighboring houses. The interior is designed superbly and artfully.... 

A Unique Combination of Architecture and Nature: Golden Residence [Rocky Mountains, Colorado]

August 23, 2010 Filed Under: Green Residence
A Unique Combination of Architecture and Nature: Golden Residence [Rocky Mountains, Colorado]

This wonderful house was created on Rocky Mountains of Colorado at a height of 8,500 feet. This is a work of Gibson Architects which was initially a doubtful project due to the natural uneven characteristics of a hill and the difficulty imposed by the height. Nevertheless the plan was executed to give such a successful outcome. The interesting element of the interior is the use of natural stones and... 

The Triangle House by JVA [Nesodden, Norway]

January 28, 2010 Filed Under: Modern Home Building
The Triangle House by JVA [Nesodden, Norway]

The Triangle House is a contemporary Norwegian home planned by JVA, Jarmund/Vigsnæs AS Arkitekter MNALT. The house is located in Nesodden, Norway. The house is surrounded by pine-forest. But one could still look out to the sea from inside the house. The aerial building lines accentuate the design, especially the roof line. Different windows, defining various spaces of the house, highlight the external... 

Ratzeburg School Complex: A Powerful and Unique Landmark [Ratzeburg - Lauenburg - Germany]

August 16, 2010 Filed Under: Construction Higlights
Ratzeburg School Complex: A Powerful and Unique Landmark [Ratzeburg - Lauenburg - Germany]

Mikou Design Studio creates a powerful and unique landmark in the city of Ratzeburg , country of Lauenburg – the Ritzeburg School Complex. This schools complex is composed of one specialized, one primary, and a secondary school which is of lower form. Why has it become a powerful and unique landmark? Because the schools complex is located in the mostly residential area of the city, where low-density... 

The Gidgegannup House by Iredale Pedersen [Perth, Australia]

January 28, 2010 Filed Under: Farm House
The Gidgegannup House by Iredale Pedersen [Perth, Australia]

The Gidgegannup House is a contemporary farmhouse situated in Perth, Australia. The house was planned by Iredale Pedersen Hook Architects. Gidgegannup House adds to the skyline of the local landscape beautifully. The house quality is even more enhanced due the various options available to manipulate space. The house presents various ways of enhanced natural views. Sometimes it’s just the natural... 

The Artfully Designed Art Gallery by StudioMAS Architects & Urban Design [Johannesburg, South Africa]

August 31, 2010 Filed Under: Modern Company Building
The Artfully Designed Art Gallery by StudioMAS Architects & Urban Design [Johannesburg, South Africa]

Are you a fan of contemporary art and modern sculpture and paintings? If you are there is a dual delight for you in this art gallery called Circa Art Gallery situated in Johannesburg, South Africa. Coming from the StudioMAS Architects & Urban Design, this gallery is an art in itself. The building is designed with three levels connected by a hefty spiral ramp surrounding it. The last floor is beautified... 

Beacon, A Sustainable Suburban Living, by McLean Architects [Glasgow, UK]

January 13, 2010 Filed Under: Sustainable Home Design
Beacon, A Sustainable Suburban Living, by McLean Architects [Glasgow, UK]

‘Beacon’ is an aptly named sustainable home design for a suburban living. If you ever go to Glasgow you can find ‘Beacon’ on an high-up southern site looking over the magnificent Glaswegian city views on the south and the hill ranges in the north. Best of both worlds really. Beacon house was first designed by Don McLean of McLean Architects for his own family. The house follows strict sustainable... 

Hobson Bay House by Stevens Lawson Architects [New Zealand]

January 18, 2010 Filed Under: Modern Home Building
Hobson Bay House by Stevens Lawson Architects [New Zealand]

The Hobson Bay House was designed by Stevens Lawson as a typical contemporary house. The house is ideally located on a north-declining slope looking out to the picturesque Hobson Bay in Auckland, New Zealand. Next to Hobson Bay house is an enclave of modern houses. To make full use of the breathtaking Hobson Bay views, the living area, sky deck and main bedroom are located on the upper floor. The... 

A Startling House Made of Shipping Containers [Marseile, France]

August 25, 2010 Filed Under: PreFabricated Buiding
A Startling House Made of Shipping Containers [Marseile, France]

There is no boundary for an artist’s imagination. How wonders creativeness creates can be explained by this example. You must have seen numberless copycat houses in your life but have you ever heard of a house built of shipping containers? French engineers Claire Helene Drouin and Jean Marie Sanchez have done it! They have constructed a house by using the storage containers that you often see near... 

Moebius House: A Remarkable Living Experience Given by Tony Owen Partners [Sidney, Australia]

August 30, 2010 Filed Under: Modern Home Building
Moebius House: A Remarkable Living Experience Given by Tony Owen Partners [Sidney, Australia]

For the fans of residential art and masterwork this residential project of Tony Owen Partner is a real treat. Located in Sidney, Australia this house is built with modern and inventive design technique called “micro design”. Another striking feature of this house is that it is created to be environmental friendly. As said by the architects, the geometry of this house is a complex one for...