Elliott Ripper House / Christopher Polly Architect. Architects: Christopher Polly Architect Location: Rozelle, Sydney, Australia Builder: Paul King Pty Ltd Structural Engineer: Simpson Design Associates Landscape Architect: Carmichael Studios Area: 161 sqm Completion: 2011 Photographs: Brett Boardman The project simply and directly extrapolates existing formal qualities in plan and section, with extension of key existing materials and finishes to retain some memory of its previous incarnation – while providing a significantly expanded series of connected interior volumes that harness access to sunlight, ventilation and views of tree canopies, sky and district beyond.
The design strategy entails: 1. Fine steel plate elements contrast an age-old weatherboard cladding profile and large expanses of shallow pocket fixed glass and western red cedar externally sliding doors & pivoting windows offer varying degrees of openness and enclosure. Surrendered floor space enables delight in a sculpted expanded stair void and cantilevered balcony. The University of the West of Scotland / RMJM. Architects: RMJM Location: Ayr, Scotland Project Manager: Gardiner & Theobald Client: University of the West of Scotland Size: 17,835 sqm GFA Project Years: 2009 – 2011 Cost: £81 million Photographer: Keith Hunter Ayr Campus, University of the West of Scotland and Scottish Agricultural College. The Scottish studio of international architecture practice,RMJM has designed one of the UK’s most modern, environmentally friendly and sustainable Higher Education learning environments. The new £72 million Ayr Campus development is home to the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) and the Scottish Agricultural College (SAC).
The campus was officially launched on 24 January 2012.It is a key project in the UWS’ £200 million development plan. The building has achieved a BREEAM “Excellent” rating for Bespoke Design & Procurement and is on track to retain this rating at the Post-Construction stage. Skim Milk: K-House by Hugo Kohno Architect Associates. Located in Komazawa, Tokyo, K-House is one of Hugo Kohno Architect Associates latest works. Acting like a thermos, the construction of the home takes into account insulated heating and cooling. Large windows are placed co-linear to the edge of the building to let in ample sunlight. The glass on the windows are heat-reflective, and use a high-performance thermal barrier.
The two-storey building also has a staircase leading to the rooftop’s private terrace. The windows are strategically placed to allow enough sunlight to brighten the interior, but maintain sufficient privacy as well. I love how the sophisticated simplicity of the exterior is only a preface to the elegant and dynamic aesthetic of the interior. Mercer Street Loft by DHD Architecture and Design. Located on a lower floor in SoHo, the Mercer Street Loft, designed by DHD Architecture and Design, blends original features with modern design to create a cohesive space. The original floors and tin ceiling bring warmth to the large open space. While the loft has a row of large street-facing windows, the overall space gets limited natural light. To allow light and air to flow throughout, partial height walls were added.
Despite the fact that it’s a loft space, the layout establishes room definition with furniture placement. The owner has an assorted mix of art and found objects that work well together by being thoughtfully placed around the loft. The white walls showcase each piece, as well as the furnishings, and make them stand out. The original cast iron columns were stripped and add a nice detail, especially the one in the corner of the kitchen. Architect: Jill Diamant of DHD Architecture and Design. Photos by Bjorg Magnea. Skirt + Rock House by MCK Architects. Aude borromee: vertical house. Diane von Furstenberg / WORK Architekcture - Architektura wnętrz - Artykuły. Architektura wnętrz 07.04.2012Diane von Furstenberg / WORK Architekcture Tagi: peanthouse, szklany Niesamowity szklany peanthouse Firma odzieżowa Diane von Furstenberg przeprowadziła się właśnie do nowego miejsca - nowa siedziba znajduje się w sąsiedztwie Meatpacking na Manhattanie. Budynek ma sześć pięter i mieści się w nim główny sklep firmy, salon wystawowy i biura - na co dzień pracuje tu 120 osób.
Najbardziej przykuwającym uwagę elementem jest luksusowy penthouse z własnym ogrodem na dachu - szklana pokrywa, którą jest nakryty składa się z wielu trójkątnych paneli,nadaje budynkowi nietypowego charakteru - dzięki nim wnętrze jest też bardzo widne. Mieszkanie w tym miejscu byłoby spełnieniem marzeń praktycznie każdego Nowojorczyka! Via inthralld.com Autor: Icon Galeria. Extension vB4 by dmvA. Belgian architecture firm dmvA designed Extension vB4 as an addition for an A-frame vacation home located in Brecht, Belgium. Dealing with strict building regulations, the firm was able to design the modern trapezoid-like form while still respecting the original design. They created a new entrance, library, and bathroom that merge well with the existing space by having a predominantly white interior.
The front and the back of the house feature large windows allowing views of the garden and pond. The front part has a movable partition wall that blocks site of the street. Now you see it… …now you don’t! The structure before: Photos by Mick Couwenbergh. Szwajcarska rezydencja / K_M Architekur - Architektura wnętrz - Artykuły. Architektura wnętrz 06.04.2012Szwajcarska rezydencja / K_M Architekur Tagi: /, Architekur, góry, i, jezioro, K_M, na, rezydencja, Szwajcarska, widokiem, z Z widokiem na jezioro i góry Dom zaprojektowany przez austriackie studio K_M Architektur, znajduje się w Unterterzen w pobliżu jednego z największych jezior Szwajcarii - Walensee. Z okien rozpościera się widok zarówno na jezioro, jak i góry Churifsten. Prosta, dwupiętrowa konstrukcja opiera się na palach - wydaje się, jakby budynek unosił się nad ziemią. Via freshome.com Autor: Icon Galeria. Archdaily. Two student housing buildings present Arons en Gelauff Architecten in the University of Twente.
A 3 stories building with a great contrast between its exterior and interior and the other one, with an amazing climbing wall on the north-west elevation. Take a look at the photographs, drawings and descriptions after the break. Calslaan The location of Calslaan lies on the edge of the Residential and Social Centre. The entrances to all the dwellings lie on the inside of the complex. The building is linked to the facilities street, the Boulevard, by a square cut into the block. Campagneplein The high rise at the Campagneplein location lies in the middle of the Residential and Social Centre on the Boulevard facilities street. The building is nine stories high on the sport fields’ side. Wildcat Ridge Residence by Voorsanger Architects. Orange House by Yazgan Design Architecture.