All images © Jessica Thompson-Lee, shared with permission Jessica Thompson-Lee twists the age-old design principle of form following function with her biomorphic ceramics. Evocative of cellular structures, coral, and mycelium networks, handles appear to grow from Thompson-Lee’s mugs, sprawling outward into lattice-like webs that require users to slot their fingers into the amorphous shapes. “The […]
All images © Lidiia Marinchuk, shared with permission Wide-eyed, boldly-dressed, and keen to play, an exuberant ensemble of characters created by Lidiia Marinchuk nudges us to remember the most precious parts of childhood. The artist (previously) crafts each figure by hand in her Lisbon studio where she operates her online shop, Marli Toy Art. From […]
I put my house up for sale about a month ago. I had high hopes. My house is a gem (or so I thought.) A big log cabin on 19 acres of land—one of the few listings with more than 10 acres. But within a couple of weeks, my high hopes came crashing down, and […]
Working from home is no longer a pipe dream but a reality for millions. Technological advances like the ability to host meetings virtually and collaborate on team projects have opened up remote work to the masses. While working from home can offer numerous benefits, such as a more flexible schedule, time savings on commuting, and […]
It’s becoming more common for home designs to be one with the land, and this Polish residence, dubbed 35:35 Slope House, is no exception. Designed by 77 Studio Architecture, this 3,330-square-foot home is built on an escarpment ( a long, steep slope) by the Vistula River. An Integrated House with Amazing Views The architects built […]
Located in the Netherlands, this three-story home is partially underground and camouflaged by a hill that acts as the home’s roof. Architects WillemsenU designed this underground house for a couple who wanted a home that acted as a retreat after a hard work day. A Private Design that Blends with the Landscape Responding to the […]
Sometimes, the best cure for stress and the busyness of daily life is a trip into the woods. Fortunately, this Kawagama Lake residence offers it all — lakeside views, fishing, hiking, and a beautiful home to relax in. Building Arts Development designed and built this unique residence in a picturesque sugar maple forest in Algonquin […]
If a two-story bookshelf sounds like something from your dream home, you’ll want to check out this Texas residence. Located in urban Austin, Murray Legge Architecture designed this house with the collaboration of an artist and an architectural historian. An Urbanized Exterior This home is a secondary dwelling in historic Austin. The primary house is […]
For most people, the thought of living underground induces one of two feelings: claustrophobia or adventure. If you picked the former, this home might change your mind. Designed by Architect Javier Senosiain and constructed in 1984, this underground dwelling is full of natural light and seamless integration with the surrounding land. A Design Inspired By […]
Space is limited in urban areas, which is a big reason skyscraper apartment buildings are prominent features. But the lack of personal residences isn’t the only issue in metropolitan areas —inner city schools also face spatial challenges. Architects Atelier FCJZ found innovative ways to create more indoor and outdoor space for children in Jing Long […]