Is This Hidden Architectural Gem Another &Blade Runner& Building?
Each day, thousands of people walk by 5 Beekman, a pretty yet unassuming building in Lower Manhattan, never guessing what could be found within. Scouting New York, a blog written by a location scout that's a must-read for local history freaks, got invited inside for an incredible peek at an architectural gem that's hidden in plain sight. As you enter the building it's nothing special, says Scouting NY. "And then you look up…" For nine stories, the ornate cast-iron railings twirl up and up through a light-filled atrium.
Germany and the 10 Most Beautiful Castles You Can See There - Decoded Stuff
Do you remember the Brothers Grimm stories? Are you fairly tempted to look for Snow White and Cinderella inside a beautiful castle? How about climbing the tower of Rapunzel? The German medieval castles were the places that inspired the beautiful locations from the most famous European tales. Amazing heights, complex towers and beautiful details are present all over the German territory and from the North to the South the tourist hungry for beauty can admire the best of spectacular historical architecture had to offer. Whether they are placed along beautiful rivers or simply placed on top of high mountains surrounded by ancient forests, the German castles are the most vivid expression of romantic times when chivalry and beautiful damsels inspired the bards and story tellers to create what the kids today are calling fairytales.
Mr. Hermann's Opus: The Glass Pavilion in Montecito, California
“This house is my opus. It’s my greatest achievement of a 20-year career” – Steve Hermann Set within a 3.5 acre estate of oak groves, the Glass Pavilion in Montecito, California envelops you in the natural beauty of its surroundings. There is so much glass, that if you are the ‘stone-throwing’ type, you probably shouldn’t live here… - List price: $35 million USD - Location: Montecito, California - Lot: 3.5 acres - Size: 13,875 square feet (1,290 sq meters) - 5 Bedrooms - 5.5 Bathrooms - Project duration: 6 years How incredible is that couch and fireplace!
Color Theory 101 - DesignFestival
First impressions are everything. How you look and how you present yourself can determine how you are perceived. The same goes for our design work. The impression that our work gives depends on a myriad of different factors.
Tangga House by Guz Architects
By Eric • Mar 23, 2011 • Selected Work The Tangga House is another Singapore’s dream home designed by Guz Architects. Completed in 2009, the 7,663 square foot residence is located in Holland Village, an elite district of Singapore that is famous amongst the expatriate community. The luxury single-family home gives the owners the opportunity to live in harmony and comfort with nature, in Singapore’s hot tropical climate. Tangga House by Guz Architects:
55 Great Sites For Woodworkers :Construction Management Schools: Construction Management Degree
Do you have a love for woodworking? Having a husband that loves working in the garage and two sons in woodshop at school, I decided to put this list of sites together to help them as well as help others. From the novice to the advanced, if you are looking for some tips and tricks, design ideas, or just want to see what others are doing, this list has what you are looking for. These sites are not listed in any order other than by general topic. 1.
High Fashion Home Blog: Top 10 Green Architecture Projects 2008: Inhabitat
Inhabitat featured the top 10 most impressive green architecture projects in 2008. I really only wanted to highlight a couple, but I really couldn't help myself. These projects are absolutely jaw-dropping feats of ingenuity and innovation. Greenpix Zero Energy Wall
Bjarke Ingels Group
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) is offering a Business Development Coordinator position in their New York City office. Start date is mid-May/early June, and the position is paid and full-time. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
