Exploring work in between design, architecture, and art, East London-based Issi Nanabeyin defies genres. He searches within the university and beyond, carving space for larger perspectives, underrepresented voices, and diasporic identities. Issi digs deep to create spaces, objects, and artworks that tap into cultural narratives through the concepts of liminality, migration, and hybridity – while also always striving to apply a lens that is joyful, fun, and creative. “The first time I saw the work of Austrian sculptor Walter Pichler was the first moment I saw how an architectural lens can be used to create work that danced between sculpture…
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Rolling up into any campground with the aerodynamic and futuristic Lightship L1 in tow would likely result in some serious curiosity amongst fellow RV enthusiasts. As a “clean-sheet approach to building an all-electric recreational vehicle,” the battery-powered, purpose-built L1’s minimalist design is merely half the story, with some crafty engineering within allowing for the L1’s self-propulsion to be towed with nary a mile of range or fuel efficiency lost. The Lightspeed L1 is 27 feet long, 8 feet and 6 inches wide, with 6 feet 9 inches head space while in road mode (10 feet when set up in camp…
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July 7, 2023 Proactive and routine maintenance can really end up saving you a lot of money down the line. There is really no denying that the roof of your home can be a key component that needs to be tended to and maintained regularly. In fact, installing a new roof might be a necessity for a number of different reasons. The reality is, roofs need to be well-maintained — otherwise, they’ll likely need to be replaced sooner rather than later. Ultimately, proactive and routine maintenance can really end up saving you a lot of money down the line. Here…
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I’m sure you’ve found yourself reheating last night’s dinner on more occasions than you would like to admit. It’s a reality for many of us that between our busy schedules of running back and forth to work, school, the gym, or whatever we find ourselves doing in the day, our limited plans don’t allow much time for cooking every day. As a result of our hectic lives, we’ve come to rely almost on our microwaves to deliver us that quick hot piping meal no matter what. So what’s the best microwave when it comes to heating your food quickly? We’ve…
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Hidden deep within the woods in the eastern part of the Netherlands, a striking C-shaped retreat has recently been completed. GetAway Projects has designed the innovative residence, named the C House, as a recreational escape for up to six people to enjoy. Paying homage to its name, the half-hexagonal structure blends functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability, all within its 100-square-meter (approx. 1076-square-foot) design. The design is arranged into five sections, seamlessly blending the living, dining, and sleeping quarters. The raised kitchen makes up the center section, with the dining room and living room flanking it at a slightly lower level. Both…
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Local practice Fabled Studio has designed the interiors for London’s Socca restaurant, adding hand-painted murals informed by the French Riviera. Fabled Studio co-founder Tom Strother describes the eatery as “a pocket of Southern France in Mayfair,” with a playful and whimsical interior that complements the French Mediterranean menu. Socca is a French restaurant in London’s Mayfair “Both the menu and the interior are inspired by the Côte d’Azur and Nice,” Strother told Dezeen. “They have a laidback attitude but with French finesse.” Fabled Studio restored the original terracotta tiles on the facade of Socca‘s Grade II-listed building, as well as…