• Artek Releases the Paimio Sanatorium Anniversary Collection
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    Artek Releases the Paimio Sanatorium Anniversary Collection

    August 19, 2023 - By 

    The Paimio Sanatorium, Aino and Alvar Aaltos’ groundbreaking functionalist building, was completed 90 years ago as of 2023. Artek is commemorating the moment with the release of the Paimio Sanatorium Anniversary Collection to raise awareness for the extraordinary building and support for the Paimio Sanatorium Foundation. Paimio Sanatorium first opened it’s doors in June 1933, set among pine forests near the town of Paimio in southwest Finland. It was designed as a “medical instrument” to care for tuberculosis patients, with every detail geared toward the needs of their recovery. The Aaltos created what would go on to be some of…

  • DAB Studio lines kitchen of Dutch home with oak and Afromosia wood
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    DAB Studio lines kitchen of Dutch home with oak and Afromosia wood

    August 19, 2023 - By 

    Dutch interior design practice DAB Studio has transformed the kitchen of a family home in Zwaag, the Netherlands, by covering the floors and ceiling in one type of wood and the walls and cabinets in another. DAB Studio aimed to create a “calm yet soulful” interior with an earthy colour palette made up of tan and neutral shades. Quarter-sawn Afromosia wood lines the walls and kitchen units The floors and ceiling were covered in hand-scraped oak with a smoked and black-oiled finish, laid in a pattern of side-by-side plank pairs. Afromosia wood, a tropical hardwood native to west Africa, was…

  • Hot or Cold: How to Keep a Perfect Temperature in Your Conservatory All Year Round
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    Hot or Cold: How to Keep a Perfect Temperature in Your Conservatory All Year Round

    August 19, 2023 - By 

    If you have a conservatory, you probably want to make the most of it throughout all seasons. Keeping your perfect temperature in your conservatory can be tricky, but with the right equipment and knowledge. It’s possible to create a comfortable space that can be enjoyed all year round. This guide will provide helpful information on how to get started in making sure your conservatory is always a pleasant place to relax. To keep cool during the summer: Blinds – Investing in blinds for your conservatory doesn’t seem like the first idea that comes to mind when it comes to conserving…

  • Most Architecture creates Charge Cars factory with “everything on display”
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    Most Architecture creates Charge Cars factory with “everything on display”

    August 19, 2023 - By 

    UK studio Most Architecture has converted an industrial shed in west London into an all-black-and-white showroom and production facility for electric car start-up Charge Cars. Created to manufacture Charge Cars‘ first vehicle the ’67 – an all-electric version of the 1960s Ford Mustang Fastback built using components from electric vehicle brand Arrival – the facility also acts as an office and showroom. Most Architecture has created a factory for electric car start-up Charge Cars “Charge designs and makes its unique cars in a single facility,” said Most Architecture founder Olga McMurdo. “Like an open-kitchen restaurant, everything is on display to the staff and…

  • Embracing Hygge Design: 101 – Kravelv
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    Embracing Hygge Design: 101 – Kravelv

    August 19, 2023 - By 

    Last Updated on August 18, 2023 by Kravelv Scandinavians are responsible for many stylistic influences, both in terms of clothing and accessories, as well as interior design. By far, the most popular design movement to have derived from these countries, however, is the design theme of Hygge, which roughly translates to mean “Scandinavian Chic”. If you are interested in embracing this warm, comfortable, and dynamic style, then you have come to the right place. Neutral Tones The cornerstone of Hygge design is undoubtedly a neutral and muted color palette. As such, you must stick to the stringent rule that absolutely…

  • Quality Roofing: Explore Impact-Resistant Shingles
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    Quality Roofing: Explore Impact-Resistant Shingles

    August 19, 2023 - By 

    Imagine a storm approaching your home with ferocity, its winds howling, carrying the weight of destructive hailstones. Your home stands firm, unyielding. The reason? A decision you made earlier, a decision to fortify the crown of your house. The decision to choose residential roofing with specific characteristics that transcend ordinary expectations. It isn’t merely a shelter above your head; it’s a fortress of protection. Now, let’s venture into understanding why impact-resistant shingles might be your wisest investment. Understanding Impact-Resistant Shingles: The Science Behind It Mesh of Strength: Polymer-Based Reinforcement The toughness of a roofing system is often equated with the…