A former Cement Factory is now the workspace and residence of Ricardo Bofill
Image Courtesy of Ricardo Bofill Architect: Ricardo BofillProgram: Architectural offices /archives /model laboratory /exhibition space /Bofill's-apartment /guest rooms /gardensLocation: Barcelona, SpainTotal floor area: 3,100 square meters and gardensHouse area: 500 square metersDate Completed: 1975 There is nothing as good as an aged bottle of wine; and in this case the aged bottle of wine is a project which was completed in 1975, but is still worth mentioning! First and foremost we would like to thank our friend and founder of Room Service design store in Greece, Katerina Xynogala for providing us with the necessary information regarding The Cement Factory, which is featured in the latest Room Service catalogue. The Cement Factory was discovered in 1973, it was an abandoned cement factory and partially in ruins, comprised of over 30 silos, underground galleries and huge engine rooms; Ricardo Bofill bought it and began renovation works.
50+ More Unusual Buildings Architecture
After getting so many quality feedback on one of our past post over 80+ Strange and Fantastic Buildings Architecture It’s necessary to write this post about More Unusual Buildings Architecture as a quality addition to respective topic. As it’s very transparent that Architectural works are perceived as cultural and political symbols and works of art. Historical civilizations are often known primarily through their architectural achievements. Cities, regions and cultures continue to identify themselves with (and are known by) their architectural monuments. We are lucky to exist in a revolutionary generation where we have a chance to see pattern braking Architectural achievements by modern blood.
70 Amazing Examples of Street Art
The attitude that art should be seen only in galleries is on its way out. This huge collection of creative street art will show you that city is probably the best canvas! Every wall, fence or column could be turned into an art piece. It brings smiles and raises eyebrows.
Light Light's Sublime Levitating Lamps
Posted by Ray | 30 Sep 2011 | Comments (9) Designer Angela Jansen of Design Academy Eindhoven recently collaborated with engineer Ger Jansen on a pair of skeuomorphic LED lamps that they're currently selling as Light Light. Their website knowingly notes that "It is uncommon for engineers to find good domestic applications for their technology... and it is likewise rare for designers of consumer objects to embrace cutting-edge technology wholeheartedly." Which, of course, is "perhaps what makes the cross-pollination of ideas between Angela Jansen and Ger Jansen so remarkable." The Light Light series creates an incredible visual conversation piece.
Ripley's Branson Odditorium Avoids Tornado
There are many unbelievable items at the Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Odditorium in Branson, Mo., including a full-size stagecoach made of toothpicks and the world's largest ball of twine. Yet, what visitors find most unbelievable is how the building managed to narrowly avoid a tornado on Wednesday, according to FairCityNews.com.
35 Funniest Someecards Ever
Unless you are living in a cave (and no offense if you are), you’ve probably already seen some incredibly funny electronic greeting cards with “someecards” watermark floating around internet. Someecards.com is a free online e-cards service created by Brook Lundy and Duncan Mitchell to parody the sentiments found in the traditional Hallmark greeting card. Their website is full of humorous e-cards for just about any occasion, be it birthdays, weddings or even breakup. The best part is that you can create your own funny greeting cards using their e-card generator.
6 Summer Bunk Bed Rooms
Whether you have a large family or a busy summer house, a bunk room is an ideal solution for accommodating lots of guests. Here are some of our favorites. This nautical-inspired bunk room in a Hamptons home by Steven Gambrel features lots of room for storage with built-ins and under-bed drawers. Custom netting provides safety for the top bunks. An absolutely gorgeous bunk room from the Lerer House in Park City, Utah.
Crazy & weird building designs
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33 Perfectly Timed Photos
You may be the best photographer in the world, but sometimes all it takes to take the best shot is being in the right place at the right moment. It doesn’t even matter if you take it with your cell or high-end DSLR. Often, you won’t even notice you made an incredible picture until you come home and transfer your photos to a computer. Show Full Text However, that doesn’t mean you should stop improving your photography skills and just wait for that one and only moment.
Atreides Luxury Yacht With Retractable Pool: New LifeStyle For Rich And Famous
Despite the sky high luxury yacht pricing, this one comes with a neat design that offers a private retractable swimming pool. Other luxury yachts might have various ground sports blend into their yachts’ design concepts, however water sports is a neglected aspect that has triggered Vuk Dragovic, a Serbian designer over the behance network to develop such an intriguing Atreides’ concept. If you love the sea and thinking of owning a private yacht, this concept is one you might not want to miss. [ Source: Born Rich ; Luxury Issues ; Vuk Dragovic ] Tags: atreides, Authentic Models SC018 Brass Ships Wall Mounted Clock 2682036, luxury yacht, luxury-yacht-concept, retractable-swimming-pool, swimming pool, Vuk-Dragovic
Some Perfectly Timed Photos – Part II
If the first set of Perfect Timed Photos and Funny Roller Coaster Moments wasn’t enough for you, then this set of perfectly timed photos might do it. I don’t know about you guys but this will surely help me get through the rest of the week. [Source: PerfectlyTimedPhotos] Posted on November 10, 2010 Got something to say?
15 Elegant and Creative Ways to Maximize Space Under Your Stairs
We’ve seen a lot of indoor arrangements where the space under the stairs is completely neglected. This usually happens because the owners fear not to overcrowd the living room or hallway. In this post we would like to present 15 creative and elegant ways on how to effectively use the space under your stairs without “damaging” your home’s appearance.
