We received photos and information about a new furniture piece, especially designed to answer the needs of Hi-Tech enthusiasts. aSHELF by KREAFUNK combines the functionality and design of a shelf, with musics ability to create vibes and mood. aSHELF is excelent for use in kitchens, bedrooms, offices etc. aSHELF is great for use in your everyday life, as well as at parties. The possibilities are limitless.According to the producers’ description, aShelf has a built in dock for iPhones and i
Viewed as an object of authority in its early days, the chair was reinvented as an everyday household object. In today’s curious society, the chair has taken on new life in the hands of inspired furniture designers. Thanks to modern technology’s fantastic versatility, chairs and armchairs can be designed and fabricated to express ideas and emotions. The Arms Chair comes from talented designer Oleksandr Shestakovych. “Always ready to welcome you in its embrace“, the chair
In case you ever wondered how the residents in your city could become more responsible when it comes to littering (or perhaps how you could stop your kids from throwing various papers around the house), keep on reading. A fun and innovative awareness campaign was implemented for the the city of Lucerne in Switzerland. Here is an excerpt from the article published at Neue Luzerner Zeitung about these unusual game incentives: The action “Lucerne shines” was launched already in 1999. At that time,
Some residences get their names from certain elements that remind us of things. The Eyebrow House is one of those houses that received a makeover and a new name, perfectly adapted to its appearance. The architects, Portland-based Doon Architecture, took the existing structure and reshaped it into a modern home, resembling the arches of an eyebrow. The firm describes the work done of the house: “Plans called for opening up the rear of the house to the backyard and create vaulted interior b
Occupying a surface of 660 square meters, the DG House by DOMB Architects is a simple contemporary residence built using materials like painted plaster, grey oak and glass. With a narrow facade and neighbouring a public park on the backside, the residence leaves the impression of a highly modern house with clean design lines. Two asymmetrical boxes connected through open staircases shape the layout of the house. The center of the residence is a double height space that brings the family togethe
Celine Dion and her husband Rene Angelil recently had a mansion constructed for their family in Florida. This new project costed the couple $20million (£13.9million) and a lot of neighborhood racket. An aquatic wonderland, this 9,825 square feet home is also located in the proximity of the ocean. Its exact location is on Jupiter Island, where some of the wealthiest stars
Here is an interesting and very cool idea for some bookcase extra storage space. “Plus One” comes from Matthias Ries and it has a fresh and youthful feel. This unusual shelving addition is not only functional, but also surprisingly sleek. It can help improve the look of a dull bookcase and it can also emphasize on those books or magazines one considers special. An
The White/Perrin ocean house comes from Dock4 Architecture and it is located in Bull Bay, North Bruny Island, Tasmania. The owners were so fascinated by the site’s features such as the beautiful coast landscapes and the secluded beach, that they considered building a home there a must. The steepest part of the area was chosen which means dramatic views of the ocean
Located in a fascinating natural environment in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, Casa en el Bosue (or “the House in the Forrest”) comes from Parque Humano, an architecture company with a very captivating portfolio. This beautiful home is so perfectly integrated in the surrounding landscape and so elegantly camouflaged that it seems it has always been there. More information on t
SALC House belongs to Frederico Zanelato Architects and is located near São Paulo, Brazil, in a beautiful natural environment. The first aspect that draws attention when looking at this home is its contemporary architecture. A giant supported rectangle houses most of the rooms in this unusual residence. Windows from floor to ceiling allow unobstructed views of the
Crawford Partnership is a London based architecture company whose projects include this creative modern residence extension in London. The idea of complementing an existing structure with a new, contemporary-looking one not only solves the problem of extra space but also creates architectural value. This particular addition houses a dining room, an open kitchen, a bedroom a
Voglreiter Auto Residence belongs to designer Markus Voglreiter and falls into our category of incredible design. The unusual car-home is located near Salzburg, Austria- unfortunately, although it looks like a house on wheels, it is not mobile. The architect came up with this idea after noticing the potential a 70’s style house had to offer and completely turned it around. It may look small, but this compact house doesn’t lack any of the comfort that comes with a common looking resi
