Architecture

Red Bull Headquarters by Sid Lee Architecture

January 31, 2012Design3 comments6026 Views
Sid Lee Architecture and Senior Partner/Lead Design Architect Jean Pelland recently completed the construction of Red Bull's new Amsterdam headquarters. Located in a former shipping yard alongside a retired U-boat, the urban space emphasizes Red Bull's ability to take their work...

Harborview Hills by Laidlaw Schultz Architects

January 30, 2012Design7 comments9401 Views
Harborview Hills is a residential project located in the Corona Del Mar area of Newport Beach, California, just minutes away from the beach. A solid wall and heavy walnut panes conceal coastal views of the beach from passers-by, while liberating glass panels and white brick...

House R by Sharon Neuman Architects

January 21, 2012Design6 comments9509 Views
Israeli firm Sharon Neuman Architects have completed House R located in Kfar Yedidia, Israel. The use of geometric volumes and voids are used to define the areas within the dwelling as well as add visual interest from an exterior perspective. This feature results in living...

Chalmers Campus Lindholmen by Wingårdh Arkitektontor

January 19, 2012Design5 comments3376 Views
Chalmers University of Technology is a Swedish university located in Gothenburg that focuses on research and education in technology, natural science and architecture. One building stands out amongst a sea of innovative design in the heart of their campus that is quite...

Architecture + Influence : A Short Film on the Work of Philip Johnson

January 12, 2012Design5 comments2732 Views
Highlighting the work of iconic American architect Philip Johnson, The National Trust for Historic Preservation unveils its latest short film, "Architecture + Influence: A Short Film on the Work of Philip Johnson." The film boasts an impressive and concise oral history of...

Tsutaya Books by Klein Dytham architecture

January 10, 2012Design2 comments2287 Views
Klein Dytham architecture have recently created a rather unique ambiance surrounding the Tsutaya Books, which opened up in the upscale Daikanyama shopping district of Tokyo. The concept can best be described as a "library in a forest," as the space is highlighted by lush...

New York by Gehry

January 9, 2012Design18 comments6119 Views
Considered as one of the most acclaimed architects of the 21st century, Frank Gehry has created the tallest residential tower in New York City's history. Standing at 142 meters with 76 storeys, this skyscraper resides in Lower Manhattan. Dramatically named as 'New York by...

Cranbrook Art Museum by SmithGroup JJR

December 28, 2011Design7 comments1680 Views
Located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, the Cranbrook Art Museum is a three-story structure that provides 7,000 square feet of art collection storage. The Collections Building is composed of three rectangular volumes decreasing in height and width as the building progresses...

Ice Cube Celebrates The Eames

December 8, 2011Design7 comments5701 Views
Ice Cube teams up with Pacific Standard Time for a viral honoring the Eames architect legends. In the black-and-white visual, the famed rapper delves into the time before he started to rhyme on the mic and reveals that he previously studied architectural drafting. In an...

tetra shed Modular Garden Office

November 30, 2011Design13 comments6228 Views
Designed by David Ajasa-Adekunle, the tetra shed is a modular office tent for those of you who need a little serenity in an otherwise chaotic environment, whether that be at a conventional office or at home. Available in a variety of colors as well as copper, zinc, steel and...

Oregon Ducks: A Look Into the University of Oregon Training Facility

November 29, 2011Design15 comments10203 Views
Following a tour of Matthew Knight Arena, we now take a behind-the-scenes peek into the University of Oregon training facility, otherwise known as The Len Casanova Center, located just behind the school's famed Autzen Stadium. Within The Len Casanova Center lies the most...

The Invisible Bridge by RO&AD Architects

November 29, 2011Design10 comments7638 Views
Designed by RO&AD Architects of the Netherlands and Belgium, this pedestrian bridge is an access route to the Fort de Roovere, part of the 17th century defense structures. The concept behind the bridge is simple; to give people the illusion of being able to walk through...

Red Bull Headquarters by Sid Lee Architecture

November 29, 2011Design14 comments6194 Views
Red Bull recently commissioned Sid Lee Architecture to create the company’s new Red Bull Amsterdam headquarters. Building on the Red Bull DNA and established philosophies, the team under the direction of Senior Partner and Lead Design Architect Jean Pelland set out to divide...

Oregon Ducks: A Tour of Matthew Knight Arena

November 27, 2011Design10 comments7109 Views
During a recent trip to Nike Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon, we got the opportunity to travel to Eugene for a tour of the University of Oregon facilities, including Matthew Knight Arena, which plays home to Oregon Ducks basketball. Named after the late son of Nike co-founder...

Frank Lloyd Wright “Kenneth Laurent” House

November 25, 2011Design12 comments10338 Views
The "Kenneth Laurent" House, which was designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright, is currently up for auction. The house was designed originally for a wheelchair bound veteran and was constructed between 1949 and 1952. At 2,500 square feet, the house features a unique ellipse...