Folding Paper Chair Assembled from Slit & Slotted Sheets Trusses, arches and other traditional building forms gain strength in part from materials, but largely from shape – a fact that drives the design of this otherwise-fragile-looking set of seats. Designed by Koji Sekita (via DesignBoom), these objects are “composed of paper sheets, the cardstock is scored and folded in a zigzag pattern. Each identical piece is then joined, creating the form of a chair. The strength of the seating object comes from the honeycomb pattern generated from the assembling the individual parts. due to the flexible nature of the construction, any length of chair or bench can be produced.” The process is surprisingly simple, and the repetitive effect mesmerizing, but don’t be so dazzled you drop your drink – that part of the equation has yet to be fully resolved.
Creative Architecture Ideas Today’s collection is going to be a mix of amazing exterior and interior architecture designs. For most of us villas featured are out of reach .) but at least we may admire the creativity and luxury. And of course, we always may get inspired, right?! .) Glass Bottom Pool by The Holiday Inn Shanghai Buit in Cabinetry by Idhea Deer Shaped Pylons by DesignDepot VitraHaus @ Weil am Rhein, Germany by VitraHaus Casa Finisterra by Rees Roberts Skateboard House by PAS Living Wall by Patrick Blanc Interior Studio by Ina Matt Elevator Room by OMA Terraced House in Casavells by 05 AM Arquitectura Plantagon Vertical Greenhouse by Plantagon Lego Development Office by Rosan-Bosch Floating Fountains by Isamu Noguchi Corner Bookshelf by Factor Architecture 36 Clipper Bay Home by FGR Architects Clifton House, South Africa by SAOTA Waccabuc House by Chan Li Lin Las Palmeras Beach House by Greg Wright Architects The Desert Villa by Studio Aiko Rocafort Residence by Antonio Altarriba Japanese Shell House by Kotaro Ide
- StumbleUpon Some general considerations for growing vegetables: Sowing Tips When sowing seeds, a good general rule of thumb is to sow to a depth of approximately twice the thickness of the seed. Some smaller seeds require light to germinate and should not be sown too deep; otherwise they may never germinate or break through the surface of the soil. Conversely, large seeds planted too shallow may not develop properly. Keep seeds well-moistened while awaiting germination and check regularly. Select a light-weight, well-drained medium for sowing to ensure good seed to soil contact. Growing Tips Most vegetables will produce better results if sown and grown in a soil-medium that is well-drained, rich in organic matter (fertile), and fairly lightweight. Most vegetables will prefer good quantities of natural, direct sunlight daily. Harvesting and Seed Saving Many vegetables will be harvested in the fall, especially if grown in lower hardiness zones.
Luxury Ocean Front Villa, Thailand Luxury Ocean Front Villa, Thailand An exquisite oceanfront location with understated contemporary Asian design and a luxuriously appointed interior combine to make this four-bedroom villa a home of unmatched character and comfort. The luxury oceanfront villa is located in Kamala, Phuket, Thailand. It’s only a 10 minute stroll from the beach and a 40 minute drive from the airport. Described by Sotheby‘s as: “Wraparound outdoor decks with superb panoramic views frame a 14 metre infinity edge pool which fades into the Andaman Sea beyond. This luxury Thai villa is on sale for around a cool £3.36 million. About Assif Majid Assif is a freelance British journalist who spends his time between Leeds, Manchester and London. Assif is the current editor of Adelto Magazine. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram: @journolista. Love Interior Design & Exotic Travel? April 13, 2012 | Property | 0 Comments Stargazing at the uber trendy Elqui Domos Hotel, Chile
Top 10 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Gear (Without Spending Extra Money) That answer comes down to opinion, needs, individual skills, budget and time constraints: * I still love a 2007 tablet. * I love a 2005 router (with DD-WRT) on it. * I love a 3+ yr old Core i5 desktop - it is still faster than a relatively new Core i5 laptop. * I'm still rocking a 5 yr old Motorola v125 cell phone - monthly cell costs are under $3/month. * My desktop keyboard is at least 15 yrs old. * I'm considering converting an old media center computer (13W) into an awesome router. I have a new Android tablet, but find myself using it only to read books. If you don't have budget for a new router, then using the old one makes sense. If you've never rooted your smartphone, buying a new one could make sense when the old one doesn't do what you want AND you have the budget. Opinion.
Recyclebank Get closer to nature by living in an underground home built from sustainable materials I’ve always wanted to live in an underground dwelling because it’s the closest I’ll ever get to living like a Hobbit, and it seems like the perfect place to go in case zombies attack. Most importantly, underground homes are very eco-friendly and are built directly into the earth, which means they take up less construction material and produce less waste. Plus, they just look cool! Here are 4 underground homes that get my “thumbs up” for being truly green and innovative: 1. This earthen home designed by KWK Promes has a grass roof that absorbs water and helps to regulate temperature inside the home. 2. Designed by Dutch architecture firm SeaRCH and Christian Müller Architects, this beautiful underground home located in a Swiss village has rooms that wrap around an interior courtyard, and they all get flooded with natural light. 3. This low impact woodland home was built in Wales by Simon Dale. 4.
Bodnant Garden Conwy North Wales UK This is a selection of photographs all taken on the same day in just a small part of this important garden that occupies an area of over 80 acres, most of which was first laid out by Henry Davis Pochin from 1874 onwards until his death in 1895. Bodnant Hall had been built in 1792 but was remodelled by Pochin and on his death it was inherited by his daughter (whose husband became the First Lord Aberconway in 1911). The garden, but not the Hall or other parts of the estate, was presented to the National Trust, with an endowment, in 1949. The Hall remains the home of Lord Aberconway, and members of his family continue to be actively involved in the management of the garden on behalf of the National Trust. The famous Bodnant Laburnum Arch - over 60 yards long designed and built by Pochin. ...... and here it is again viewed from the other end. View towards the reconstructed Pin Mill and the Dell with Snowdonia in the background. Continue to Bodnant in September - Autumn Colours and the Dell
Luxury Villa Amanzi, Thailand by Original Vision Studio Luxury Villa Amanzi, Thailand by Original Vision Studio The Villa Amanzi by Architect firm Original Vision Studio is a stunning modern vacation residence located in the exclusive Cape Sol on the West coast of Phuket, Thailand. Villa Amanzi is a stunning six bedroom residence with a 15m infinity pool and breathtaking views over the Andaman Sea. This luxury villa enjoys a spectacular headland location along Kamala’s exclusive Millionaires Mile and captures cool gentle breezes all year round with uninterrupted sea views from every vantage point, in one of the most breathtaking locations Phuket has to offer. About Richard Barker Love Interior Design & Exotic Travel? May 19, 2011 | Phuket Thailand Travel | View comments Contemporary design at Nest and Cave House, Croatia Croatian architect and interior designer Idis Turato has designed the Nest and Cave project. Luxury wellness retreat Aro Ha opens in New Zealand
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