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Renovation
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 days ago

This Japanese-Inspired Garden Studio in California Is Doing Three Jobs at Once - Yanko Design

Two-Fold Studio in Fairfax, California, is a multifunctional pavilion designed to accommodate a Pilates studio, ceramics workshop, and guesthouse within an 800-square-foot structure.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
7 hours ago

Jingu Studio / YNAS

The renovation of Villa Serena 204 aims to enhance aging architecture through thoughtful design, challenging Japan's scrap-and-build culture.
UX design
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
6 days ago

how wutopia lab's 'magical realism' turns everyday spaces into ethereal interior atmospheres

Wutopia Lab creates immersive architectural experiences that transform ordinary spaces into imaginative environments, enhancing perception through design elements like light and geometry.
Renovation
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 days ago

This Japanese-Inspired Garden Studio in California Is Doing Three Jobs at Once - Yanko Design

Two-Fold Studio in Fairfax, California, is a multifunctional pavilion designed to accommodate a Pilates studio, ceramics workshop, and guesthouse within an 800-square-foot structure.
Board games
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Playtime Cabin / Wiki World + Advanced Architecture Lab

The Playtime Cabin project features treehouses in a metasequoia forest, inspired by children's imagination and promoting diverse living spaces.
Books
fromCurbed
22 hours ago

The Bar That's an Office 4 Days a Week

The Francis Kite Club serves as a unique workspace and event venue for OR Books, fostering a creative community around meaningful work.
Philosophy
fromThe Village Voice
8 hours ago

Historic Preservation as Cultural Self-Reflection: Reclaiming Stories, Identity, and Meaning in a Changing Urban Landscape - The Village Voice

Historic preservation is a cultural practice that shapes community identity and values, rather than merely a technical effort to protect old buildings.
London food
fromianVisits
16 hours ago

Historic Smithfield annexe to reopen as food market in 2028

The Annexe buildings next to Smithfield market will be transformed into a food market and hotel by 2030, alongside the new London Museum.
Canada news
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

The Canadian Brands Breathing New Life and Creativity Into Menswear

Canada is emerging in the fashion industry with independent brands focusing on craftsmanship and unique styles.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Dermot Bannon on the homes of Joanne McNally, 'There were chairs that didn't fit. She sawed the legs off,' and Vogue Williams: 'People coming in and out all the time'

There is an idea in environmental psychology that suggests you can understand a person more quickly by walking through their home than by sitting across from them in conversation.
London
fromDesign Milk
3 days ago

Sabah House NYC Pays Homage To Set + Setting

Sabahs are made entirely by hand from 100% leather in either Texas or Turkey—two regions with distinct yet deeply rooted relationships to the material. The result is a shoe that varies subtly from pair to pair, even within the same size.
Brooklyn
Paris food
fromRemodelista
3 days ago

Rural Reconnaissance: Handmade Fixtures and Fittings from Inventaire Mobilier - Remodelista

Inventaire Mobilier creates everyday objects inspired by traditional architecture, emphasizing craftsmanship and collaboration with local artisans in France.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

berlin's KEIT bakery interiors balance rugged stone with soft washi paper

The layout reads immediately through its centerpiece. A large counter traces a curved path across the room, guiding both movement and attention. Formed from a reclaimed millstone, the surface has been cut into three segments and reassembled into a continuous, fan-like sequence.
Berlin food
Mission District
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

20 Years of Maker Faire (Sunday Assembly East Bay)

Maker Faire, founded by Dale Dougherty, has become a beloved event celebrating creativity and innovation in the Bay Area since 2006.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
5 days ago

how spanish ceramics bridge culture, memory and identity at milan design week 2026

Throughout its history, Spain has been shaped by a wide range of cultures and civilizations, including Muslim, Phoenician, Roman, Greek, Carthaginian, and Visigothic influences, which are reflected in its architecture and design.
Madrid food
Renovation
fromRemodelista
23 hours ago

Eco-Friendly Terrazzo Made from Wood Waste for Counters, Floors, and More

Terrazzo, originally a 15th-century Venetian creation, has evolved with sustainable wood-based variants gaining popularity for their versatility and eco-friendliness.
Coffee
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Repair Cafe brings together neighbors with broken items and the experts to fix them

Royersford Baptist Church hosts a community repair event where local experts help fix broken household items, promoting sustainability and neighborly support.
fromwww.archdaily.com
18 hours ago

Tiete178 / Gabriel Kogan

The building, with its discreet facade and lack of expressive gestures, explicitly conveys the intention of creating an austere, silent, contemplative space; with the minimum necessary elements.
Design
Marketing
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

How Artisan Food Brands Scale Without Losing Local Identity

Artisan food brands can grow while maintaining local identity by focusing on a clear promise, standardizing quality, and protecting beloved signals.
Remodel
fromAbduzeedo
2 days ago

3D Print Home Office Essentials Inspired by Dieter Rams

Five free 3D print home office models embodying Dieter Rams' principles include cable management, riser, shelf bracket, and two planters.
Graphic design
fromDesign Milk
1 week ago

Hikarigami Lighting Forges New Finishing Techniques

Hikarigami merges handcraft and robotics to create unique light fixtures from aluminum sheets through innovative design processes.
fromChrbutler
1 week ago

Craft is Untouchable - Christopher Butler

Craft is often defined as skill in making things by hand, but this interpretation is being challenged by AI. Craft transcends physical interaction; historical figures like Mozart and Beethoven exemplify mastery without traditional methods.
Intellectual property law
London
fromianVisits
4 days ago

How a shoe firm built a modernist town in Essex - and the exhibition telling its story

Bata shoe company established a factory and town in East Tilbury, promoting employee welfare and modern amenities while expanding globally.
Paris food
fromRemodelista
5 days ago

Gesa Hansen and Charles Compagnon's French Country Kitchen from Coming Home to Nature book

Gesa Hansen and Charles Compagnon live in a 19th-century stone compound in Courances, focusing on rustic design and family life.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago

Meet the Man Who Turns Ski Lift Chairs into Custom Alpine Furniture - SnowBrains

Drew Loring creates hand-built ski lift-inspired chairs, blending craftsmanship and creativity, offering a unique niche in the furniture market.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
1 day ago

glazed facade cuts through monolithic brick community center within paris park

The architectural approach emphasizes simplicity, durability, and contextual integration, with brick as the primary material for its structural capacity and long-term performance.
Renovation
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
21 hours ago

Limberlost Place / Moriyama & Teshima Architects

Limberlost Place is a pioneering public tall timber building in Toronto, showcasing advanced design and sustainability standards.
Madrid food
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Contemporary Ecuadorian Architecture: Connecting Materials, Environment, and Culture

Ecuador's architecture blends tradition and innovation, reflecting diverse landscapes and cultural contexts while addressing social needs and environmental challenges.
#design
Remodel
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

I Grew Up in Furniture City. Here's Why That Still Matters

Hands-on collaboration with artisans in West Michigan shapes design work and fosters a connection to local craft heritage.
Remodel
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

I Grew Up in Furniture City. Here's Why That Still Matters

Hands-on collaboration with artisans in West Michigan shapes design work and fosters a connection to local craft heritage.
Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
14 hours ago

How the post-war homebuilders built the modern playbook

The modern American homebuilding industry is rooted in post-WWII innovations that transformed construction into a systematic, efficient process.
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

V&A East Museum by O'Donnell + Tuomey to Open in East London's Cultural Quarter

The two-building complex aims to spotlight the many ways global artists, designers, and makers use creativity to shape the world, dedicated to creative opportunity and its power to bring change.
London
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
4 days ago

This Bathroom Created a Sanctuary by Marrying the Old with the New

The bathroom renovation transformed an outdated space into a modern retreat while preserving original redwood features.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Chapel Of Saint Peter / Atelier 66

A small chapel was designed to preserve the community's connection to a glass-fronted oratory dedicated to Saint Peter in Praia Norte.
#sustainable-design
#renovation
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Minamicho House / ROOVICE

The house was renovated and subleased to preserve its identity and history through ROOVICE's Kariage framework.
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
5 days ago

Renovation of a Historic School Creates Harmony With Nature

Renovation projects must honor historical design while integrating modern updates for current users, especially in community-centric, older structures.
fromApartment Therapy
1 week ago

An Interior Designer Spent 11 Years Slowly Renovating This 125-Year-Old Brooklyn Townhouse

When we saw this home - with its east-west exposures and windows that could be seen on both sides - we were immediately sold. It was the third house we looked at, and we were so lucky the owner accepted our offer. It was a very competitive moment for home sales in the neighborhood, and the fact we were able to make it happen felt like a dream.
Remodel
fromHouse Beautiful
6 days ago

Costco's Luxe "Boardroom" Shed Is the Perfect Work-From-Home Hideaway-And It Ships Free

The Sunjoy Esquire Beyond Shed provides just enough room for a desk, chair, and bookshelf, making it one of the most office-like options available.
Remodel
#interior-design
Design
fromArchitectural Digest
5 days ago

At Home in Brooklyn, Mark Grattan Rolls Up His Sleeves

Mark Grattan transformed his Bed-Stuy rental into a unique design space, reflecting his creative vision and craftsmanship.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
1 week ago

The 4-Step Method Designers Use to Make Wood Cabinets Look Gorgeous

Warm honey oak cabinets can be modernized by adjusting surrounding finishes and materials.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
3 days ago

In Their Ray Kappe Home, Alexandra Kerry and Julien Dobbs-Higginson Blend the Old and New

Designer Kate Driver reconciles the diverse tastes of clients in a 1966 Kappe house, blending modern and traditional elements.
#residential-architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
Design
fromDesign Milk
6 days ago

Marc Thorpe's Forest Edge House Blends Beauty + Self Sufficiency

Forest Edge House exemplifies sustainable architecture, emphasizing energy independence and a design philosophy that integrates environmental forces into its structure.
Design
fromArchitectural Digest
11 months ago

The Best Wicker Furniture and Decor for a Year-Round Coastal Vibe

Wicker furniture is versatile, low-maintenance, and enhances both indoor and outdoor spaces with a coastal vibe.
Design
fromArchitectural Digest
6 days ago

An Eames House for Everyone: Could This New 'DIY Kit' Change How We Live?

Eames Office and Kettal will launch a modular housing system inspired by the Eames House at Milan Design Week 2026.
Remodel
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

15 Design-Forward DIY Tools Worth Upgrading to This Year

DIY has evolved into a significant cultural force, with the global market nearing a trillion dollars, driven primarily by cost-saving motivations.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Architecture of Water: Disappearing Fixtures in Contemporary Wellness

Advanced bathroom design emphasizes minimalism by making fixtures less visible, allowing water and light to shape the experience.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
4 days ago

grohe spa turns piccolo teatro studio melato into immersive fusion of water and architecture

'At the Piccolo Teatro Studio Melato, we have envisioned a series of spaces that express the restorative power of water, creating exquisite moments of transcendence,' explains Flowers.
Renovation
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

This Maine Cabin Got a Gut Renovation-but Kept Its "Campy" Soul

Gregory Rockwell revitalizes a lakeside home in Maine, preserving its rustic charm while modernizing it for contemporary living.
#home-design
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

Actor Patina Miller Brings Major Drama to Her Manhattan Town House

Patina Miller and David Mars sought a spacious, light-filled home, ultimately finding a historic Upper West Side brownstone designed by Evan Edward.
Renovation
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Self-build story: 'It awakened something in me; I probably did it in a past life. But I've finally found a really creative career that I love'

A West Cork bungalow combines Irish and French design elements, focusing on light and texture to create a Mediterranean-inspired family home.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

Actor Patina Miller Brings Major Drama to Her Manhattan Town House

Patina Miller and David Mars sought a spacious, light-filled home, ultimately finding a historic Upper West Side brownstone designed by Evan Edward.
Renovation
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Self-build story: 'It awakened something in me; I probably did it in a past life. But I've finally found a really creative career that I love'

A West Cork bungalow combines Irish and French design elements, focusing on light and texture to create a Mediterranean-inspired family home.
Design
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This outdoor fireplace costs nearly 5 grand-and it might just be worth it

The Totem Chiminea is a high-end outdoor fireplace designed for aesthetic appeal and functionality.
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
1 week ago

Circularity Cements Memory in Cast Concrete

True ingenuity in architecture lies in negotiation with the past rather than erasure, as demonstrated by the Trace project in London.
Arts
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

BuildFest Introduces "Acts of Construction," a Three-Year Exploration of Timber Installations

Bethel Woods launches BuildFest, a three-year initiative featuring large-scale timber installations and multimedia experiences on the historic 1969 Woodstock festival grounds, organized sequentially around construction, choreography, and performance themes.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

John Barnett Built More Than Bikes - He Built the People Who Keep Them Rolling

John Barnett founded the Barnett Bicycle Institute and trained generations of bicycle mechanics, leaving a lasting, practical legacy across the cycling industry.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
Renovation
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

The people remodelling homes with reclaimed ruins

Reclaimed building materials are salvaged for reuse, promoting sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of the construction sector.
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 month ago

Copper House / Fabrication Studio

A compact garden suite in Toronto's Sunnybrook Park area, Copper House is designed to allow an aging homeowner to remain in place while creating a second dwelling where her adult children can return independently.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 month ago

Wood House / JAK Architecture

What began as a modest brief for a young and growing family soon evolved into a considered renovation that reimagines an existing Barwon Heads home. The original house had endured several unsympathetic alterations over the years, leaving it disjointed and built to a poor standard.
Renovation
fromRemodelista
2 months ago

Expert Advice: DIY Building Lessons from Artist Sean Spellman

When Sean Spellman opened Dawnlands in Westerly, Rhode Island, last year, it was more than just a new address on the map. Conceived as an art gallery and gathering place, Dawnlands was built entirely by Sean and his family-no contractors, no designers, no outside help. Each board and bench was made with intention, using local pine and sensibility shaped by Japanese, Scandinavian, and coastal Californian influences.
Renovation
Renovation
fromRemodelista
2 months ago

Kitchen of the Week: Will Green's Restored 19th-Century Schoolhouse Kitchen

Traditional antiques expertise and hands-on material processes inform a slow, incremental restoration that transforms a historic scullery into a family kitchen using reclaimed elements.
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