Ultra Modern Architecture in Toronto, Canada - Crystal Room at Royal Ontario Museum
Architect Daniel Libeskind has gained notoriety as much for his work as for the high-profile nature of his projects. His design was up for consideration for the redesign of the World Trade Centre towers post 9/11. The architect has recently shared the spotlight with Toronto-based B+H Architects for their spectacular addition of the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Canada. Housing 10 new galleries within a 100,000-sq.-ft. extension, the newly built Michael Lee-Chin Crystal (named for its financial donor) is the jewel of downtown Toronto. The new addition to the local landmark adds an innovative juxtaposition of old and new; traditional and ultra-modern; historic and futuristic. The architecture boasts an understated elegance during daylight hours that doesn’t even hint at what is to come once night comes alive. Lit up in a lively display, the early morning often draws crowds that rival those of busy daytime hours. Daniel Libeskind and B+H Architects.
10 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Latest Modern Architecture - Walter Towers by Bjarke Ingels Group in Prague, Czech Republic
Walter Towers in Prague, Czech Republic, is the latest from modern architectural firm Bjarke Ingels Group. Walter Towers is an ongoing project, but this recently unveiled design for a modern monument has already made the headlines. The innovative designer’s goal was to create an ultra-contemporary structure that would continue in the region’s architectural tradition of cluster building, while ushering in a new wave of fresh urban design in its wake. The result is this unusual grouping of four towers in one continuous structure. Walter Towers is a combination of office and residential space, all connected within a W formation, lending the project a modern fluidity while maintaining Prague’s architectural integrity. Bjarke Ingels Group
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9 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Modern Ceiling Light from Artek by designer Alvar Aalto
This appealing modern ceiling light, the A338 Bilberry, is from Artek. The simple, bulbous form is designed by Alvar Aalto, a Finnish architect and designer. His vision lives on classic pieces like the A338 Bilberry ceiling light. The bottom of the light sphere, on one side only, is cut away. The top of the sphere meets another shape, a bump on top which had a depressed pattern around the circumference. It is a straight-to-the-point item, which will be most at home in an ultra-modern interior. In white painted steel, the ceiling light is effective in clusters, or used on its own to highlight key features, or special nooks and crannies, around the room. A modern classic by Alvar Aalto, brought to you by Artek.
9 Oct 2008 | Lighting | Comments (0)
Modern Wallpaper Designs by Rachel de Joode - designer wallpapers
Modern wallpaper designs by Dutch Artist Rachel de Joode are simply amazing. These designer wallpapers are from her brand-new collections, 'Les hors d'oeuvres' and 'The Noir', and are unlike anything we've seen before. What looks like a modern photo-wallpaper from the distance ... surprisingly reveals a "rhythmic repetition of posing & daring ladies and gentlemen" at a closer view. With tempting names such as: AngelCake, HoneyPie, StrawberrySoufflé, CherryCupcake, Petits Fours, TripleFrosted, Hot & Chilly and Sweet Pepper…. "the wallpaper finds references in Art-Deco and Jugendstil designs". However, as according to Soonsalon, "because of the usage of contemporary fashion images it is very fashionable and fresh. The designs are different but bounding element in the designs is its surrealistic and very atmospheric character". "With this wallpaper you can dress your wall up in style and surround yourself in a magical decor!" In the US, contact Paul Paris for more information or to purchase.
8 Oct 2008 | Interiors | Comments (0)
Ultra Modern Architecture in Japan – “Reversible Destiny Lofts” in Tokyo
It’s a challenge to decide which is more curious – the name of this ultra modern architecture, or the design concept. Reversible Destiny Lofts, located in Tokyo, Japan, and designed by the innovative architects at New-York-based Arakawa & Gins, is an illustration of a home that stimulates and challenges residents via its unconventional architecture. A few steps to the bedroom could be an imaginative adventure; a walk to the bathroom a balancing act; and a seemingly simple round of snacks in the kitchen might prove to be a physically demanding task, thanks to this ultra-modern design boasting uneven floors, out-of-the-way power switches, and a dizzying combination of color, texture and material. The idea is to keep its inhabitants young – hence the name, “Reversible Destiny” – through physical and mental stimulation. A stay in these creative accommodations will run you around $2,000 to $2,400 per month. Arakawa & Gins.
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8 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Chile Modern Architecture - glass bottle plant by architect Guillermo Hevia
The contemporary Cristalchile factory, brought to you by Chilean architect Guillermo Hevia, is a stunning piece of modern architecture that takes a sustainable approach to its operation. Located within the hilly landscape of Llay-Llay, Chile, the modern design features a rippled roof hanging above a great glass facade, creating a striking venue for this glass bottle plant. But the unique roofline is much more than en eye-pleaser. This innovative design allows for optimal use of natural light, solar and wind power, taking this plant off the grid. Inside, bio-climatic technology, passive ventilation and eco-friendly energy options are employed to minimize environmental impact. Guillermo Hevia
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8 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Modern Soundhouse Structure at the University of Sheffield Makes Some Noise
Like the students at the University of Sheffield in the U.K., the creative minds at Carey Jones Architects and Jefferson Sheard Architects take sound very, very seriously. The design duo has together created an ultra-contemporary, state-of-the-art Soundhouse for the study and practice of the aural arts. Clad in black rubber, the 4,843-sq.-ft., three-storey Soundhouse structure offers a technique never before seen in the U.K. that delivers effective soundproofing along with a unique, bold and overall simple design aesthetic. The design was conceived by Carey Jones Architects and brought to life by Jefferson Sheard Architects.
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7 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Modern Designer Chair - new Kayra by Adnan Serbest
The new Kayra by Adnan Serbest is a modern designer chair with the focus firmly on form. Adnan Serbest is already an award-winning designer – so the Kayra chair looks certain to take its place as a beloved modern classic. The angular, zigzagging shape is truly iconic. Linearity defines the look, rendered in gorgeous natural wood. It appears different from every angle, changing as you walk around it; becoming more beautiful as you view it from below, above, the side, straight on… A chair ideal for anywhere in the home, there is also a long-legged matching bar stool for those who just can’t get enough of the look. For more information, contact Adnan Serbest.
7 Oct 2008 | Furniture | Comments (0)
Cathedral of Christ the Light is a Beacon of Modern Architecture
This modern landmark structure in Oakland, California, represents a new level of architectural enlightenment. With its completion in 2008, the architects at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) have created a modern design for the Cathedral of Christ the Light with the careful consideration of space and light. This church strays from the traditional cross-shaped structures of the past, taking on a more modern, tubular shape. The building is enclosed in an expansive glass wall rising from the ground to the heavens – or so it seems – up 12 storeys where it finally hits a glass ceiling. This innovative design does more than create a modern backdrop for religion. The building’s funnel form acts as a passive cooling system. And with sustainability at the forefront of forward-thinking architecture, SOM has also incorporated FSC-certified wood, off-the-grid lighting via the expansive windows, and thermal building materials to passively regulate the interior environment. Apart from the breathtaking light-filled worship space, the $190-million, 226,000-sq.-ft. project also features clergy offices and living quarters, a parking garage, and a cafe/gift shop. Skidmore, Owings & Merrill.
6 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Modern Sound Pavilion Showcases the Earth’s Audio
Architecture has never sounded quite so sweet, as in this ultra-modern audio art installation by Damian Francis Wagner – visual artist, composer, musician, architect. Offering an experience of the earth like no other, Wagner’s project – sound pavilion – is meant to be heard, not seen. What are described as “geo,” “hydro” and “scientific” microphones are embedded deep beneath the earth’s surface, picking up terrestrial sounds which are then played above ground via eight speakers in the pavilion itself. But this architect cum artist hasn’t let aesthetics fall by the wayside. The structure boasts a contemporary circular sound hub, enclosed in glass surrounding an interior observation deck, where the sounds of the earth reverberate. Damian Francis Wagner.
6 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Modern Design by Japan’s Shuhei Endo Puts Sustainable Spin on Geometry
The “Bubbletecture” of Japan is a brand all its own. Shuhei Endo has developed this ultra-contemporary “bubble” building of wood, glass and steel, rising in a valley near Osaka, Japan. Housing a theater, a bookshop and a workshop, Bubbletecture H illustrates how architecture invites the possibilities put forth by geometry and creativity. The contemporary structure takes shape as a multi-faceted bubble enclosed in rusted steel and swallowed up by the surrounding woods. The bulging 10,000-sq.-ft. building is constructed using local Japanese cedar. By being built off-site, the structure reduces negative ecological impacts. And by being fastened to the earth by only 16 five-ft. wide beams, the innovative design adds to the goal of a lesser environmental footprint. This eco-aware structure also mimics the cycles of the natural ecosystem through rainwater harvesting within the hills and valleys of its own landscape, and reusing it for irrigation. Shuhei Endo
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3 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Modern Private Museum in Japan, by Atelier Hitoshi Abe
Kanno Museum in Shiogama, Japan, is an artistic display in itself. Designed by Atelier Hitoshi Abe, this modern museum was designed to house a private collection of contemporary sculptures owned by the client. The imaginative architect created a unique venue that is as much art as it is architecture. A concrete staircase leads up to the 10-by-12-by-10-meter structure, which boasts an industrial, metal cladding that looks weathered by rain and rust. The rich, red treatment is a stark contrast to the bright white interiors, which provide a blank canvas on which to display the collection. The building’s interior is divided into eight spaces, each housing its own sculpture. The overall interior topography incorporates slanted walls and well-thought-out windows and doors that flood the space with natural light. Atelier Hitoshi Abe
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3 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Staggering Creativity Comes Alive at the Ultra-Contemporary Health HQ by Coll-Barreu Architects
This contemporary creation of Coll-Barreau Architects houses the headquarters for the Department of Health in Bilbao, Spain. From its jarring, jagged shape and gleaming glass angles, to its prominent place on the city skyline, this futuristic design almost looks alive as it unfolds among its traditional counterparts. A dark, gothic influence looms ominously – yet beautifully – as the design appears to move while reflections pass across its windowed facade. An oblique tower rises from a vast base, which houses the lobby, hall and office space. A “double skin” encloses the design, serving triple duty as a thermal, sound and fire barrier, not to mention lending the modern design its unique contours. Coll-Barreu Architects
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1 Oct 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Project Triangle: A Sustainable Super Design in Paris, Porte de Versailles
This modern building design is a marvel. It casts no shadow, and generates its own electricity. Is there anything that this ultra-modern design doesn’t do? Well, you can add “amaze” to that list, because it does that too. Dubbed “Project Triangle” for obvious reasons, this remarkable piece of architecture will rise at Porte de Versailles in Paris, France, and is due for completion in 2014. Architects Herzog & de Meuron utilized a shape that’s much more than just pleasing to the eye. The building’s triangular profile is designed to maximize solar and wind power generation, taking this off-the-chain design off the grid too. The ground floor will house a retail and commercial component, while open upper levels will feature public spaces boasting panoramic views of Paris, giving the Eiffel Tower a run for its money. Herzog & de Meuron
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30 Sep 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
Sustainable Design for a Modern Fashion Institute in India - Fashionable and Functional
Innovative architecture firm Morphogenesis designed Jaipur, India’s Pearl Academy of Fashion with a look back to traditional Indian building techniques, and a distinctly modern twist. This contemporary sustainable design incorporates two passive cooling systems to contend with the hot, dry climate. By elevating the structure off the ground, air enters around the building’s perimeter and is released up through the sculptural courtyards – a haven where temperatures hover around a comfortable 27 degrees Celsius, even on a stifling 47-degree day. The second passive cooling method is called “jaali” – simply, a stone screen. The school’s facade boasts a contemporary cut-out frontage that, apart from looking really cool, also reduces heat gain to interiors. The visually interesting outer thermal skin features a checkerboard of alternating stone and openings, and sits approximately four ft. from the main building wall, thus allowing for hot air to circulate rather than seeping inside. As a result, the ultra-modern Pearl Academy of Fashion is not only a fashionable design in itself, but it’s also totally functional and naturally cool. Morphogenesis
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29 Sep 2008 | Architecture | Comments (0)
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