Sustainable Design Becomes a Non-Negotiable in the Middle East and Beyond. Gensler, the world’s largest design firm has published its annual forecast report on global trends across the built environment. The report reveals seven key trends that are shaping the building industry in the Middle East, including the non-negotiable necessity of sustainable building practices, AI's immense potential to accelerate ideas and innovations, and the allure of the 20-minute city.
From early wooden structures to grand plantation homes, learn how Georgia's architectural heritage reflects its past and is a major attraction for explorers.
As a homeowner, one of your main responsibilities is keeping up with the maintenance of your property. This can be a daunting task as there are many things to consider when financing improvement projects – from researching available loan providers to understanding which types of repairs or upgrades you need to make in order to maintain and increase the value of your home.
The villa—named for its location on Akiya Beach—commands a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean near the town of Hayama, the birthplace of Japanese yachting culture. Befitting this stunning natural environment, the villa’s design seeks a sculpturesque form, symbolized by the large vaulted roof and its series of arches that resemble white, rolling ocean waves.
Modern apartment of 210 m2 in Moscow by interior designer Olimpiada Arefieva, founder of the Well Done Interiors bureau.
This architectural project, named "Casa Gaia," is a modernly designed residence that combines tropical style. Its essence lies in the fusion of contemporary elements and architecture seamlessly integrated with the surrounding nature. The design team executed this architectural marvel with a vertical circulation connector, offering captivating and contrasting focal points for the internal spaces. "Casa Gaia" stands out as a cozy, functional, and aesthetically captivating residence, perfectly harmonizing with its panoramic views.
Replacing an existing home within Picton, in New South Wales, the proposal retains some of the remaining foundations, reusing materials across the site in a more deliberate way. In much the same way that a home retains the stories of its owners, the pieces dotted throughout become a reflection also of past travels, adventures, and memories, and prioritising the display of these was key for the owners of Picton Arthouse
In "The Sage Project," my husband and I, homeowners and design enthusiasts, embarked on a creative journey to transform our kitchen into a blend of 70s nostalgia and modern design. As an interior designer, I strategically rearranged the layout for a clutter-free space, honoring the past with existing elements like slate flooring and timber-framed windows. Our color palette, featuring sage green and Japanese tiles, paid homage to the 70s.