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fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
14 hours ago

lava stone and old fisherman's house merge into contemporary villa on sicilian coast

Villa Lava is a private residence located in Santa Tecla, in the province of Acireale, on the eastern coast of Sicily. The project is a unique architectural blend of two houses in one single villa. On one side stands an old fisherman's house dating from around 1900, completely restored by Nábito Architects, maintaining its essential character and carefully uncovering and preserving the original lava stone vaults.
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fromFast Company
2 months ago

This literal lava lamp looks nothing like your lamp from the '70s

Foscarini produced three luxury lamps—Alicudi, Filicudi, and Panarea—whose shades are made from recycled Mount Vesuvius lava rock, priced at $866 each.
fromTasting Table
5 months ago

This Beautiful And Eco-Friendly Countertop Option Is A Showstopper In Modern Kitchens - Tasting Table

If you're looking for a countertop option that is both beautiful and sustainable, you may be surprised to learn about one that comes straight from the volcanic ranges of France and Italy: lava stone. Volcanic rock, though perhaps an unlikely material for modern kitchens, is rising in popularity due to its unique beauty with all its natural imperfections, including natural cracks and striations. But it's also extremely customizable to glaze and fit a range of everyday kitchens, especially those with modern, sleek accents.
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