2010: Jean Nouvel The French’s architect’s non-so-subtle contribution to Serpentine featuring striking, cantilevered walls of red steel, and one of the more colorful table tennis tables we’ve seen in awhile. He told The Guardian it was inspired by the moment “when the summer sun catches you full in the eyes and, as you blink, the world dissolves into red."

Chairless, designed for Vitra, 2010 Rather than designing a chair as a conventionally, as a place to recline or sit, this playful piece interacts with the user to offer relaxation through the gravity of his own weight. The user can relax his legs by leaning them against the restriction of the simple band.

"Antiques," Bangkok, Thailand. (2010)

"Cookshop," Bangkok, Thailand. (2010)

"Florist's," Bangkok, Thailand. (2010)

The city as a living space, and that with its related concept of urbanism as a social phenomenon that according to Louis Wirth describes the rationalised lifestyle of urban people in comparison to the provinciality of rural inhabitants, is among the great themes of contemporary photography. Barely uttered, the �magic word� creates in our minds large pictures in which develop the technological aesthetic of urban-building excesses in globalised mega-cities. What we often forget in this respect is a second dimension of urbanism, which embraces the coexistence of various types of people, each with their own identity, in a limited living space. With his SHOPHOUSES/4 x 8 m Bangkok series of works, Nitsch focuses precisely on this dimension.

"Laundry," Bangkok, Thailand. (2010)

Check out this issue of sweet small spots, including our cover story on arhitect Per Bornstein's diminutive home in Sweden. Photo by: Pia Ulin

Monterrey Housing in Monterrey, Mexico (2010) Priced at $20,000 per unit, this housing development was designed to be significantly more affordable for low-income communities in Monterrey, Mexico, where the most inexpensive options range at about $30,000 each.

ARTEK 901 TEA TROLLEY Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1936, the Tea Tray 901 is a surprisingly contemporary take on the bar tray. The sculpted, natural lacquered birch frame is paired with two shelves and white lacquered MDF wheels with black rubber rings. Mobile and captivating, the Tea Tray is perfect for taking your tea— or other beverage of choice— on the go.

"Shophouse Front," Bangkok, Thailand. (2010)

"Cleaning Up," Bangkok, Thailand. (2010)

"Printing House," Bangkok, Thailand. (2010)

John Berggruen Gallery, Art Basel 2010. From the Series "Art Fares"

"Hair Salon," Bangkok, Thailand. (2010)

Helly Nahmad, Art Basel 2010. From the Series "Art Fares"

Mayflower Armchair, Fabrice Berrux, 2010.

"Untitled," 2010, Mick van Woert

2010 Venice Architecture Biennale attracts over 170,00 visitors.

Hollyhock House is the first house of Wright’s second period and his first residence in Southern California. Named for Barnsdall’s favorite flower, the Hollyhock is incorporated throughout the design scheme of the residence. The recently completed restoration is an important historical revelation for first-time visitors and regulars alike. Visitors will be able to see and experience the house in much of its original splendor. Floors, windows, doors, decorative molding, and long-forgotten paint colors have been re-created with utmost attention to detail and original intent. The latest phase of renovation took place from 2008 though 2014, with a total of $4,359,000 spent on conservation efforts. Hollyhock House is operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA). After it reopens on February 13, 2015, Hollyhock House will feature self-guided “Walk Wright In” tours on Thursdays through Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a fee of $7 for adults, $3 for students and seniors with identification, and $3 for children under 12 when accompanied by a paying adult. Special arrangements may be made for docent-led tours, group tours, guided tours, and other engagements by calling 323.913.4031. Click here for more information on the tours.

Untitled. From series "ISO Berlin," 2010.

Magazzino at the Armory Show, NY 2010. From the Series "Art Fares"

Bernd and Hilla Becher: Lessines, Belgium (2010)

Capped with a laminated wooden roof that looks like a stretched plastic skin, Ban’s gallery design offers an undulating series of curves that are as beautiful as the works preserved underneath.

The Wilderness Downtown Video for Arcade Fire (2010) Directed by Chris Milk and created with friends from Google, Radical Media, and B-Reel, this interactive web and video project pushed forward the possibilities of HTML5. Image courtesy of the Barbican

Crash lounge chair for Established&Sons, 2010.

“We have described the house as an urban cabin and this captures the essential character we were seeking to achieve,” says architect Charles Thomson. “Because the plan is so tight, it was critical that every part was considered carefully. But we also wanted spaces that were simple and flexible to accommodate the typical range of family activities.”

"Wheels and Coffee To-Go," Bangkok, Thailand. (2010)

Ileana_Tounta at the Armory Show, NY 2010. From the Series "Art Fares"

The pair debuted the piece at the 2010 Stockholm Furniture Fair.

Barbara Hill's Dancehall/House in Marfa, Texas September 14, 2010 Misty Keasle

The cover of Garden and Gun magazine's August/September 2010 issue.

During his residency last August, Belgian fashion designer Dirk van Saene made Flintstones-esque Wilma cups and saucers, priced from $60.

The smallest of the lot, this wall-mounted light and plug is due out in 2010.

Robin Soderling bested Roger Federer in the 2010 French Open quarterfinals.

Collect 2010 is made of oak and painted MDF, and is constructed in Småland, Sweden.