Tiny prefabricated house that moves with its owners

This tiny prefabricated dwelling by Estonian design collective Kodasema is designed to allow its residents to up sticks and move to a new location in less than a day (+ slideshow).

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ARCHITECTS PORT HOUSE

The Port House is the head office of the Antwerp Port Authority. The office building is at the Zaha Hadidplein 1, which has been named after architect Dame Zaha Hadid, who died unexpectedly a couple of months before completion of the building.

DESIGNING A CONTEMPORARY GARDEN WITH WARMTH

Designer Colin Miller of Envision Landscape Studio in Walnut Creek, California, shares tips on designing a contemporary landscape that is suited to the welcoming indoor-outdoor lifestyle modern gardeners are trying to create.

Taken to its extreme, the sleek materials and minimalist approach of modern landscaping can sometimes seem cold or uninviting. Yet modern design’s emphasis on crafting an organized space and respecting unadorned materials has the potential to create a setting which feels not only friendly and inviting, but also personalized and artful. Designer Colin Miller of Envision Landscape Studio in Walnut Creek, California, shares his tips on designing a contemporary landscape that is less space-age and more suited to the welcoming indoor-outdoor lifestyle modern gardeners are trying to create.

Industrial House In Ecuador Inspired By Exposed Concrete

 

This house in Ecuador features an ultra-contemporary design and is inspired by the exposed

 concrete it's made from.

CYAN arq+dis recently completed OBRA GRIS (A House in Gray), a modern home in 

Puembo, Quito, Ecuador inspired by the simplicity of the materials. Bypassing a 

“finished” look, the architects utilized materials, like exposed concrete, steel,

 and glass, and welcomed their imperfections to achieve the industrial aesthetic they desired.

During the design process, they focused on the spatial, the aesthetic, and the adaptation of the place. The layout was kept open allowing the spaces to feel connected as the homeowners like to be in contact with each other throughout the day. The couple works from home and wanted the spaces to be adaptable depending on their daily needs. They also didn’t want it to feel like there was a difference between the living spaces and the working spaces. The rooms are open, spacious and feature all the necessary functionality, this is a rough and stripped down aesthetics with much concrete and brick.

With no finishing or decorative details to cover up mistakes during the construction process, they had to ensure everything was perfect to reach the aesthetic they wanted. The sides of the house are closed off with two exposed concrete walls to create privacy between their house and the neighbors on both sides. The back and front of the house are open with large expanses of windows to enjoy the views.

Rumah Gadang: The Majestic Traditional Minangkabau House

 The Minangkabau people, indigenous to the enchanting highlands of West Sumatra, Indonesia, boast a unique cultural identity that is intricately woven into the fabric of their traditional architecture.

At the heart of their cultural expression stands the iconic Rumah Gadang, a symbol of heritage and community deeply rooted in the rich history of the Minangkabau.

Origins and History of Industrial Interior Design

 

Industrial interior design is a style that embraces the raw, unpolished aesthetic of old factories and warehouses.  

The origin of industrial interior design traces back to the late 20th century when repurposed factories and warehouses transformed into residential spaces. This design aesthetic celebrates the raw, utilitarian charm of industrial structures. Initially an adaptive reuse of industrial spaces, it has evolved into a mainstream trend globally.

According to a recent study by, industrial design remains a significant influence, with a 23% increase in interest over the past decade.  

The style draws inspiration from the industrial revolution, emphasizing exposed materials like brick, concrete, and metal. Its rise parallels the growth of urban living, making it a popular choice for contemporary homes and commercial spaces.  

The fusion of vintage and modern elements showcases the enduring appeal of industrial design, a testament to its ability to adapt while preserving a unique historical aesthetic.

Unique and Meaningful Toraja Tongkonan House

    Every region in Indonesia has its own traditional house, one of which is the Tongkonan traditional house in Toraja. Tongkonan traditional house from South Sulawesi. Indonesia is a very beautiful country and has become a tourist attraction because it has many interesting tourist destinations that can be destinations for tourists to visit. Almost all cities in Indonesia have their own different beauty and of course you also have to know the cultural heritage of our beloved country.

    One of Indonesia's cultural heritages is traditional houses. A traditional house is a type of traditional house that almost every region has its own characteristics and makes each traditional house very unique and has its own differences. One of the unique traditional houses is the Tongkonan Toraja traditional house. So that you can find out about these traditional houses, this article will discuss.