Category: Facade Innovations

Local studio Gabriel Rivera Arquitectos has designed a concrete house near Quito, Ecuador, with a large overhang and spaces designed to adapt to the diverse needs of its residents. Known as the “Binocular House,” the 564-square-foot home is located in a residential community called Puembo. Facing west towards the city of Quito, it features a… Continue reading Gabriel Rivera is building an adaptable concrete house in Ecuador

Sometimes you see a place on the internet and it stays with you for a long time afterward. That's how I felt when I came across fashion designer Hogan McLaughlin's New York loft apartment online a few months ago – I knew I wanted to talk to someone about it. Some kind of anomaly in… Continue reading Murano glass lighting is the trend for 2025, say designers

According to Emporia Main Street Executive Director Casey Woods, Mike Turnbull was a “catalyst” for the community, taking the initiative to invest in projects that would lead to “bigger and better things” for Emporia. The Turnbull Facade Grant Program, launched by Main Street in early December, honors the late owner of Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home by… Continue reading Mike Turnbull Facade Grant Program Provides Up to $10,000 for Exterior Design Renovations | Business

Maggie Glendenning had looked at just about every mid-century modern home listed on Zillow in St. George, Utah. It didn't take long either – there are only a handful that still retain their original character. “I've always loved the interesting wood and the Malm fireplaces…houses used to have such personality, and they don't have that… Continue reading This Utah Spec home was designed to blend into the 1970s neighborhood

Larsen has this East Dallas Craftsman at 4914 Reiger Ave. available for $799,900 Image from Candy'sDirt Nestled in the heart of East Dallas, an exquisite Craftsman home for sale has drawn attention for its striking resemblance to a beautifully preserved historic home, despite being built in 2001. Located between historic Munger Place and Peaks Suburban… Continue reading A seamless blend of history and modernity

From debuting a new TV series to becoming a single mother, Tia Mowry has had quite the year. Since the days of Sister, sistershe has always been connected to family (something many twins can relate to). But in this new phase of her life, she is focused on herself. As shown in Tia Mowry: My… Continue reading Tia Mowry's House Rules – it's all about calming energy and peace of mind

Japanese design firm Sou Fujimoto Architects has just given the official insight into the ongoing construction process of the Great Ring. This is a large wooden structure that surrounds the pavilions at the upcoming Expo 2025 in Osaka. The images show the process being built on the artificial island of Yumeshima in Osaka Bay ahead… Continue reading Huge structural wooden pavilions: large ring

When someone says the word “neon,” I immediately think of highlighters and workout tights from the 80s. It's bright, eye-catching, and a little hard to look at if you stare at it for too long – and something I wouldn't normally consider when designing my home. But when the internet's favorite trend forecaster, Taylor Simon… Continue reading “Strategic Neon” is the unexpected color your home is missing

The renovated interior of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. Source: Christophe Petit Teason/AP. Following its grand reopening earlier this month, Notre Dame Cathedral unveiled new stained glass designs that will replace six 19th-century windows with contemporary creations. The plan has sparked controversy at the newly renovated Paris landmark. “You have to trust contemporary artists” The… Continue reading Notre Dame unveils plans for contemporary stained glass

What does 2025 have in store? In Design clairvoyantour community of editors, experts, and tastemakers predict the trends coming soon to a home near you. Before you look through a box cabinet or think about the hardware for your kitchen renovation, you first need to figure out which cabinet door style is right for you.… Continue reading Designers predict these cabinet styles will make a breakthrough in 2025