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The idea behind Scandinavian design is based on three fundamental principals: simplicity, minimalism, and functionality. The design movement has taken over western culture with its minimalistic aesthetic and innovative ideas. Many architectural firms experiment with the Scandinavian design aesthetic, resulting in incredibly crafted and thought-out…
The original Ocotea House in Raleigh, North Carolina was a well-loved, 1960’s, low-sloped ranch. A beautiful example of mid-century residential architecture. It’s condition, however, had become rancid. The home was therefore acquired by American-based architecture firm, In Situ Studio with the purpose of being restored. The house underwent some…
Five O’clock Flowers is a series by Berlin-based Philippine photographer Jenny Peñas. While spending nine months in Spain, Peñas’s Madrid apartment had the most beautiful natural lighting as the sun rose up every morning at five. This is what led her to the inspiration behind the…
“Globe” is an innovative terrarium, created by Brooklyn-based design studio, Richard Clarkson. The studio, founded in 2014 is know for their minimalistic style, use of honest materials, and simplistic sculptural design. The globe is a hand-blown glass ball, suspended by a nearly invisible wire rope…
Living On Water is an architectural book created by Phaidon Editors, a publishing collective based in both New York and London that works with the world’s most influential artists, chefs, writers and thinkers to produce innovative books on art, photography, design, architecture, fashion, food, and travel.…
The Mr. Go Led Lantern is a design by the American brand, Koncept, known for their minimalistic silhouettes and aesthetic design. The Mr. Go is a sister product to the Mr. N table light, characterized by the unique curved light panel design made from fully recyclable aluminum. The arched light…
Hotel Giulia, based in Milan is an extension of the hotel chain, Roommate Hotels and was styled by Italian design duo Leandro Favaloro and Martina Lucatelli. The boutique hotel consists of a total of 85 rooms each designed in a vintage style with contrasting colors. The rooms are…
These days it’s hard to imagine interior design without including plants. Indoor gardening is no longer simply growing a plant, but using plants as a way to enhance the interior in an aesthetically pleasing way that suits your personal style. Other than that we are constantly…
The Bouche lamp was created by Italian designer Alessandro Zambelli for the Italian concept store Seletti, which links design to pop-art. The lamp symbolizes an elusive present that can’t be grasped but only preserved, much like a message in a bottle hoping to safely reach…
Norm Architects Copenhagen is a Scandinavian design studio that specializes in: design, residential architecture, and commercial interiors. Their design aesthetic can be seen as simplicity that carries bigger ideas, functional yet aesthetically pleasing, and the Wire Pot series is no exception. The Wire Pots were inspired by a Japanese…