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Space composition as seen from a single vantage point can offer surprising points of view. These Anamorphic Illusions by Swiss artist Felice Varini… capture a mind-opening spectacle of geometry applied to three dimensional spaces. Based on a complex study of perspective, all the Anamorphic Illusions were created by the artist as part of a series of spaces. A simple change

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How fond are you of skiing? For today we would like to present a picturesque accommodation unit for the ones who know how to enjoy the essence of this winter sport. Slopeside Chalets is a two story ski lodge located in the exclusive Yellowstone Club in Big Sky, Montana, USA, and designed by studio Locati Architects…. The project consists

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Olson Kundig Architects… have completed a steel-clad cabin in Olympic Peninsula, Washington, USA. Entitled Sol Duc Cabin, this unusual looking shelter has a total area of 350 square feet and is surrounded by wilderness. Here is more from the architects regarding the materials used to build the project: “Constructed primarily of unfinished, mild steel and structural insulated panels (SIPs), the

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How could one not appreciate the elegance displayed by this contemporary duplex in New York? Envisioned by Pulltab Design… for a family of four, this lovely 2,400 square foot apartment provides an elegant living space, filled with inspiring details. The green wall and the shallow reflecting pool are probably the ones that stand out the most. Here is a short

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The development of new materials that have increased performance and functionality has become a major driver of innovation in recent years. According to the Industrial Technologies arm of the Research and Innovation department of the European Commission…, it is estimated that 70% of all new product innovation is based on materials with new or improved properties. These emergent materials

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We ran across this impressive modern home located in the northern part of Madrid, Spain. The residence has a total living space of 9,421 square feet (875 square meters) and accommodates no less than seven bedrooms. No matter what the standpoint, the exterior of this contemporary Madrid villa is unusual, some might say even picturesque. A large pool swimming pool…

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PH Loft Arias is a modern container home designed by HM.A Architects… and located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The construction was organized according to a very specific program requested by the owner, who wanted the residence to accommodate an office space, a playroom, a guest area and an outdoor zone for various activities. According to the architects, the morphology and

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