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The chic at home: black and white life in Hougang HDB Flat

Singapore – The black and white colonial style has always kept a certain charm for film producers and life coach Daniel Yun. For him everything begins in black and white and the essence captures something before it adds anything else. The bachelor who refused to reveal his age connects his preferred palette with filmmaking: “We… Continue reading The chic at home: black and white life in Hougang HDB Flat

The elephant on the wall

“We combine elements of the biomimicry with bioengineering by using a living material that is a wooden decision mushroom to produce the product,” says Le Ferrand. The team first developed designs that imitate the texture of the elephant skin that has bumps and wrinkles for water to flow and evaporate, creating a cooling effect. They… Continue reading The elephant on the wall

Meet the CDMX architects that transforms the modern art wing of the Met

The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City recently revealed the design for its new contemporary artificial wing – a project in the hands of the celebrated Mexican architect Frida Escobedo. Escobedo's design of the modern and contemporary art of art of the MET is the first time in the museum's 154-year history that… Continue reading Meet the CDMX architects that transforms the modern art wing of the Met

The future of outdoor living

Montgomery Robbins, Inc. introduces California Recreation Landscape: The Future of Outdoor Living Montgomery Robbins, Inc. creates unparalleled outdoor spaces that inspire and last. With decades of experience, we have turned it into an art.” –John Montgomery ALAMO, CA, USA, January 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ – Introducing California Casual: The Future of Outdoor Living The art of… Continue reading The future of outdoor living

Draft EIR released for San Jose State University Master Plan

California State University has released the draft Environmental Impact Report for the San Jose State University Campus Master Plan in San Jose, Santa Clara County. The plans aim to significantly increase school facilities, student and staff housing and amenities on South Campus. Construction is expected to occur in four phases over twenty years. SJSU planned… Continue reading Draft EIR released for San Jose State University Master Plan

Solar systems on Victoria Market almost eleven years too late, say the Greens

BBC The panels were installed on the roof of the Victorian Market in Inverness in early 2014 Solar panels have been commissioned more than a decade late by the Highland Council as part of efforts to make Inverness more environmentally friendly, according to the Scottish Greens. The £20,000 renewable energy project was installed on the… Continue reading Solar systems on Victoria Market almost eleven years too late, say the Greens

Outside In: Redfern House by Anthony Gill with Sacha Coles

Architect Anthony Gill has the special ability to transform small, dark inner cities into lush, light-filled houses. Its spatial concept means that every inch is carefully thought out, planned and programmed, making it feel discreet and luxurious at the same time. Anthony explains: “At every opportunity we try to connect the spaces closely with the… Continue reading Outside In: Redfern House by Anthony Gill with Sacha Coles

The proposal seeks to expand and add historic TC districts

A local group called Traverse City Community Design is working to expand the boundaries of Traverse City's three historic districts – Central, Boardman and Downtown – and create new historic districts in Slabtown and Old Town. At least 51 percent of property owners must agree to become part of a historic district, a designation that… Continue reading The proposal seeks to expand and add historic TC districts