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Civil Justice Centre, Manchester
After an international competition, the Australian practice Denton Corker Marshall Architects was chosen to design The Civil Justice Center in Manchester. The building, inaugurated a few days ago, is the practice’s first major civic building in the UK. Conceived as a powerful sculptural element, it shows an opened architecture, meant to promote civic confidence, […]
Impressive paper work
An interesting form of origami coming from the hands of a London artist. Richard Sweeney’s first impressive work was a real-sized man, made out of cardboard and adhesive. This paper sculpture was fully articulated. An impassioned fever of paper modeling plus a lot of talent are the secrets of Sweeney’s amazing work.
salt and peper hugging
This is a really nice and inspired design for a salt and pepper set. It brings up a smile upon your face. I think it would look good as one simple detail in a minimalist kitchen. Good idea for restaurant tables too.
Knee Mug
Whether you want to crouch on the sofa with a cup of hot tea (or whatever you please) in your lap or just keep the mug on your knee, Thelermont & Hupton has a funny solution. With their special designs, the lap mug and the knee mug, make sure you won’t spill the drink […]
Helsinki apartment blocks
In Helsinki a new residential complex is going to emerge on the site of a former power plant, Hanasaari. ALA, the young architecture studio which won the competition, presented a different and daring approach.The terraced blocks have a wave like form that offers almost every apartment a fabulous view toward the sea. Inside their enclosed […]
Green highway
Highways can actually be a source of green energy. This is a daring approach, coming from a student at the Arizona State University.
