Water Cube Pavillon by MVRDV
Architects from MVRDV are building a Water Cube Pavillon for the 2012 World Expo in Yeosu, Korea. The structure filled with sea water acts as a temperature buffer, symbolizing the crucial role of the ocean as temperature modulator for the planet.
Casa no Geres, Portugal by Correia & Ragazzi Architectos
Graça Correia and Roberto Ragazzi architects have created a stunning minimalist box house with sustainable material. The house called “Casa no Geres,” is based in the middle of a National Park in Portugal.
Correia and Ragazzi were given a qualified carte blanche: they were allowed to do anything, providing they didn’t cut down any of the trees on site and managed the tricky balancing act of building the house in concrete while not isolating its inhabitants from their surroundings. The structure also had to house the couple and their grown-up child, although the planning permission allowed for a maximum size of just 60 sq m.
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March 9, 2010 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 0
“Aeolus,” Acoustic Wind Pavillion by Luke Jerram
Luke Jerram demonstrates that wind can create beauty with his last installation called “Aeolus.”
Inspired by traditional Aeolus harps, the “Aeolus” installation captures winds melody through its acoustic pavilion. It consists of a dome of tubes which, when the wind blows over them, create melodies similar to the way wind instruments do.
Anansi, Playground Building, Utrecht by Mulders vandenBerk Architecten
Mulders vandenBerk Architecten of Amsterdam have completed a playground building in a park in Utrecht, Netherlands. The façade is made of Corian engraved with images of fairytales from around the world. The graphic design has been placed on the façade to stimulate the senses and the imagination.
Case House by John Pardey Architects
Case House created by John Pardey Architects is a holiday home in the Cotswolds, the Case house assumes a simple, linear box-like form – when closed, only a single opening onto an open courtyard space hints at domesticity – but once occupied, a series of hydraulically operated shutters hinge down to open up the house to the sun and views.
November 2, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 0
Amphibious Pavilion Submitted by Peddle Thorpe Architects for the International 2012 World Expo
Melbourne-based Peddle Thorpe Architects (PTA) has designed this amphibious pavilion as a submission for the international competition for the thematic pavilion of expo 2012 . The pavilion is designed as an environmental statement, to survive the world expo. It is essential to keep on promoting ocean conservation beyond the world expo period through a planned exhibition program.
It’s a prototypical architecture, drawing from the multidisciplinary source of product design, urban planning and architecture & naval design. The pavilion is resolved as a floating exhibition space that can be sailed to other cities.
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Great (Bamboo) Wall by Kengo Kuma & Associates
The Great (Bamboo) Wall House is a handsome and successful exploration of the possibilities that lie ahead for new forms of dwellings on the Chinese mainland. Kengo Kuma chose to leave the original geographical features intact and use locally produced materials as much as possible.
Departing from the 20th century suburban practice of building on flattened land and instead celebrating the site’s “intricate undulation,” the architect decided to build a different kind of wall. This main feature, made of bamboo, serves as a filter for the surroundings. In sharp contrast to the Great Wall’s brick and stone, a material manifestation of severing ties with outside civilizations, bamboo’s charm lies in its weakness. Exploiting this aspect, the wall allows light and wind to pass through. Historically imported to Japan from China, bamboo is also a symbol of cultural exchange, and perfectly suits the work of a Japanese architect in China.
October 23, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Hans - Comments: 6
Manhattan Tree House Pavilion by Build
The Manhattan Tree House Pavilion was designed by Andrew van Leeuwen of Build LLC off of a concept by Seattle based Wexley School for Girls. It has completed October 6th after only four weeks since the idea was conceived and designed.
October 12, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 0
Wooden House Extension by Wim Goes Architectuur
Wim Goes Architectuur designed the beautiful extension to this residence located in the Flemish district of Belgium. The wooden addition sits above a new wine cellar and extends partly over the pond.
The natural, graying wood, the green vegetation and the blue sky and pond create a harmonious balance, accented by the slim vertical lines of the largest surfaces.
September 30, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 1
Paraty House by Marcio Kogan Architects
Marcio Kogan Architects have designed the Paraty House, located in Paraty, Brazi. It is a concrete and stone masterpiece with wooden accents and an open-to-nature floor plan. It’s prime feature is the beach below and the nature above, moreso than the interior of the house itself. The same entrance stairs also lead to the upper volume that houses the bedrooms. In the front part of the house, retractile panels of eucalyptus sticks protect the bedrooms from the sun. The areas that face the mountain have small internal patios with zenithal lighting, and use exposed reinforced concrete, which grants a striking texture to the walls.
September 21, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Beach House, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 0
OfficePOD
At about 7ft square the OfficePOD could fit in the tiniest back gardens and make a perfect home office away from home. The modern curvy form takes away the children’s playhouse character of many traditional small shed offices. Inside its fitted out with a small desk for your computing, and as side surface with storage above and below.
August 12, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Hans - Comments: 2
Office on the Forest’s Edge
I wish that more offices had such a harmonious blend with nature. Lifehacker reader Peter Frazier has the kind of home office and accompanying views that fill the daydreams of cubicle dwellers across the land. His office is glass on three sides with a cantilevered deck that looks over the densely forested shores of Chuckanut Bay.
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August 6, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Hans - Comments: 2
Recycled Shipping Containers Converted Into Trendy Homes by IC Green, Inc
The idea of living in an old shipping container is fascinating, especially if it looks like one of these structures from IC Green, Inc. The company reuses trashed shipping containers and converts them into a wide range of structures, from 320 square foot studios to 2400 square foot homes.
Rolling Huts by OSKA Architects
Rolling Huts, located in Washington’s Methow Valley, are the perfect accommodation. Designed as a modern alternative to camping by Tom Kundig of Olson Sundberg Kundig Allen Architects in Seattle, the six huts are grouped as a herd, each with views of the mountains.
July 9, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 0
The Read-Nest Cabin by Dorte Mandrup Arkitekter
Denmark’s Dorte Mandrup Arkitekter has designed this cool summer house. At less than ten square metres, this wooden hut is set at the foot of the client’s garden in an unnamed Danish location. Deliberately austere. The space is designed to offer solitude, relaxation and to help the occupant focus. With the only elements of the cabin being a window, day bed, roof-light and shelving, the Read-Nest provides a sanctuary to spend quality time with some good books.
July 3, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 2
Air Forest, Pneumatic Pavilion by Mass Studies
Mass Studies designed the Air Forest as a temporary public pavilion installed in City Park, Denver, Colorado, USA, for Dialogue:City, an arts and cultural event during the Democratic National Convention 2008.
Sommarnöjen Houses by Sommarnöjen Architects
Sommarnöjen houses are 15 square meter prefab beach cabins designed by Sommarnöjen, a Stockholm-based company commissioned by the trio; Sandell Sandberg Architect, Kjellander + Sjober Architect Office, and Tham & Videgard Hansson Architects. The functional design allows for various ‘cabins’ to be integrated together allowing for a multitude of uses including guest houses, studios, offices or even saunas! Sommarnöjen means ‘Summer Enjoyment’ and from the photo selection provided, the reason is clear!!
The mini-houses are built by hand using local and sustainable materials and outfitted with fixtures and furniture by companies like Electrolux, Dux, and Kasthall.
June 29, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Beach House, Latest, Pavillion, Prefab - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 2
The Berman House by Harry Seidler
Perched on the edge of a cliff overlooking a rocky ravine, the concrete property designed Harry Seidler is based in Joadja, New South Wales, Australia. It has a suspended living room with soaring balcony, stunning pool and spectacular views over the surrounding countryside.
June 18, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest, Pavillion - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 0
