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Architecture is influenced by Eros, Greek god of sexual love and beauty, also known as Roman counterpart Cupid. Architecture can be beautiful and a thing to love. But there are some castles built specifically for love as loving tributes, gifts, or even erected for love lost. Nothing is more powerful than love and expressing love [...]

Costing over $15 million, this giant residence,Jennifer Aniston’s latest “friends” hang-out place, is located in Beverly Hills.The initial project (the house that the actress bought) was built in the 70’s, but recently, Jennifer had a do-over, by hiring a specialized team of architects and designers. The mansion is meant to set an example on [...]

Based in Germany, K_M_Architektur is a company with a interesting portfolio and an experience that allows them to conduct complex projects. Today’s choice- “Wood Box With View”, a residence located next to Lindau, in the village called village Hochbuch, Germany. The name was not given accidentally, as the house is mainly build with wood and [...]

Even though at a first glance, this place seems sort of messy and not-so-modern, a closer look will reveal wonderful and original elements that transform this abode into a delightful one. White is the main color used to design this place and it combines great with the wooden furniture. The living-room is large and features [...]

From Rocha Tombal Architecten, this fantastic project is located in The Netherlands and showcases an unusual type of architecture. “Sculptural eyes” are at the basis of this design, great looking windows (quite numerous) which facilitate great and unobstructed views of the environment. The windows are placed unexpectedly, creating an interesting disharmony that is very pleasing [...]

From B&N Industries come these innovative  wallpaper ideas, a lovely alternative for plain paint. A large variety of patterns is available and if at one point you are not happy with what lies on your wall, you can make a personal adjustment: create new patterns starting from the original one. Still, you should know [...]