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Photo by Christian Alba
Photo by Christian Alba
Christian Sieger (left) and Michael Sieger (right); their firm's headquarters, Harkotten Castle, located in Sassenberg, Germany.
Christian Sieger (left) and Michael Sieger (right); their firm's headquarters, Harkotten Castle, located in Sassenberg, Germany.
The couple purchased the living room’s H.W. Klein chairs with the house. Another existing piece was the mezzanine’s daybed, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orlando Mølgaard Nielsen. An original floating staircase leads to the mezzanine and then up to the second floor. The open, straight-forward spaces speak to one of Christian’s guiding principles: “Simplicity is the key,” he says.
The couple purchased the living room’s H.W. Klein chairs with the house. Another existing piece was the mezzanine’s daybed, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orlando Mølgaard Nielsen. An original floating staircase leads to the mezzanine and then up to the second floor. The open, straight-forward spaces speak to one of Christian’s guiding principles: “Simplicity is the key,” he says.
Christian Benimana, MASS Studio Rwanda The audacity of Rwandan-born architect Christian Benimana's mission—to uplift working conditions and infrastructure in the developing world—is matched by his personal biography. Inspired by design early on in life, Benimana was crestfallen to learn his country had no formal architecture schools, so he relocated to Shanghai, taught himself Mandarin, and put himself through a program there. Now, as part of MASS Studio, he has returned to Rwanda, where he designs social infrastructure with a "lo-fab" approach, using local designers and materials to swell the economy. "Who builds something is just as important as how it's built," he noted.
Christian Benimana, MASS Studio Rwanda The audacity of Rwandan-born architect Christian Benimana's mission—to uplift working conditions and infrastructure in the developing world—is matched by his personal biography. Inspired by design early on in life, Benimana was crestfallen to learn his country had no formal architecture schools, so he relocated to Shanghai, taught himself Mandarin, and put himself through a program there. Now, as part of MASS Studio, he has returned to Rwanda, where he designs social infrastructure with a "lo-fab" approach, using local designers and materials to swell the economy. "Who builds something is just as important as how it's built," he noted.
Camera Lucida | Austria An artist's atelier becomes a looking device into the Austrian landscape. By Vienna architect Christian Tonko.
Camera Lucida | Austria An artist's atelier becomes a looking device into the Austrian landscape. By Vienna architect Christian Tonko.
Architect Christian Tonko played with a double metaphor when designing the Camera Lucida studio. The name of the cantileverd hillside space, Latin for "bright chamber," references the open window facing the valley below, as well as the skylight that bathes the workspace in natural light.
Architect Christian Tonko played with a double metaphor when designing the Camera Lucida studio. The name of the cantileverd hillside space, Latin for "bright chamber," references the open window facing the valley below, as well as the skylight that bathes the workspace in natural light.
Dining are with custom table and millwork by Christian Woo.
Dining are with custom table and millwork by Christian Woo.
The custom kitchen millwork was designed by local furniture designer and manufacturer, Christian Woo.
The custom kitchen millwork was designed by local furniture designer and manufacturer, Christian Woo.
The wall in the master bedroom is upholstered in tropical print fabric by Christian Lacroix.
The wall in the master bedroom is upholstered in tropical print fabric by Christian Lacroix.
Custom platform bed by Christian Woo lies perfectly beneath the bedroom windows.
Custom platform bed by Christian Woo lies perfectly beneath the bedroom windows.
Christian and Jack play chess by the fireplace - the centerpiece of the living room and which the Arnolds use daily during the winter. The hearth is made of large slabs of limestone, which Christian cut himself, intentionally leaving imperfections on the surface for texture. A studio8 couch and Vitra Tom Vac Rocker articulate the space.
Christian and Jack play chess by the fireplace - the centerpiece of the living room and which the Arnolds use daily during the winter. The hearth is made of large slabs of limestone, which Christian cut himself, intentionally leaving imperfections on the surface for texture. A studio8 couch and Vitra Tom Vac Rocker articulate the space.
A concrete fire pit on the outdoor patio provides a place for outdoor entertaining, with ample space kept open for spontaneous dance parties. The sofa is from Henry Hall's Tru/Pure collection with fabric from Christian Liaigre and McGuire. The Tekka side table is from Christian Liaigre. An Allan Gould midcentury modern iron-and-rope lounge chair and ottoman complete the scene.
A concrete fire pit on the outdoor patio provides a place for outdoor entertaining, with ample space kept open for spontaneous dance parties. The sofa is from Henry Hall's Tru/Pure collection with fabric from Christian Liaigre and McGuire. The Tekka side table is from Christian Liaigre. An Allan Gould midcentury modern iron-and-rope lounge chair and ottoman complete the scene.
The light-filled living room on the east side of the house is furnished with an Opium day bed and Christian Liagre chairs for Holly Hunt.
The light-filled living room on the east side of the house is furnished with an Opium day bed and Christian Liagre chairs for Holly Hunt.
On the other side of the Cor-Ten fireplace is the living room. The custom Augustin sectional and the cocktail table are from Christian Liaigre, and paired with Ib Kofod-Larsen's Seal chair and ottoman.
On the other side of the Cor-Ten fireplace is the living room. The custom Augustin sectional and the cocktail table are from Christian Liaigre, and paired with Ib Kofod-Larsen's Seal chair and ottoman.
A sitting area in the bedroom features Christian Liaigre Album chairs with Kravet fabric on the body and Castel fabric on the cushions. The floor lamp is from Leflar and the roller shaders are from J Geiger.
A sitting area in the bedroom features Christian Liaigre Album chairs with Kravet fabric on the body and Castel fabric on the cushions. The floor lamp is from Leflar and the roller shaders are from J Geiger.
The Essalam Mosque in Rotterdam photographed by Christian van der Kooy
The Essalam Mosque in Rotterdam photographed by Christian van der Kooy
The Mevlana Mosque in Rotterdam, photographed by Christian van der Kooy
The Mevlana Mosque in Rotterdam, photographed by Christian van der Kooy
The entry bridge leading to the front door was made from timber salvaged from Christian’s parents’ farm near Kingman, Kansas.
The entry bridge leading to the front door was made from timber salvaged from Christian’s parents’ farm near Kingman, Kansas.
The clients’ eclectic collection of antiques made for interesting vignettes rich with form and texture. They are integrated along with new pieces, such as the Pirogue bench from Christian Liaigre and a custom nightstand from Meyer Wells.
The clients’ eclectic collection of antiques made for interesting vignettes rich with form and texture. They are integrated along with new pieces, such as the Pirogue bench from Christian Liaigre and a custom nightstand from Meyer Wells.
Trellises made of painted aluminum and Alaskan cedar shade a deck off the master bedroom. The Shito chaise longue is from Paola Lenti, the Cluster coffee table by Christian Woo, and the sculpture by Ryosuke Yazaki from The Future Perfect.
Trellises made of painted aluminum and Alaskan cedar shade a deck off the master bedroom. The Shito chaise longue is from Paola Lenti, the Cluster coffee table by Christian Woo, and the sculpture by Ryosuke Yazaki from The Future Perfect.
Le Nid ramekin for cooking and serving eggs by Christian Ghon for Alessi.
Le Nid ramekin for cooking and serving eggs by Christian Ghon for Alessi.
Site of the Western Mosque in Amsterdam photographed by Christian van der Kooy.
Site of the Western Mosque in Amsterdam photographed by Christian van der Kooy.
Villa Vals is subtly out carved from an alpine slope in Vals, Switzerland. The unique design by SeARCH and Christian Müller Architects provides both a comfortably sized patio, and stunning mountain views while remaining visually unobtrusive in the pastoral landscape. Photo by Iwan Baan.
Villa Vals is subtly out carved from an alpine slope in Vals, Switzerland. The unique design by SeARCH and Christian Müller Architects provides both a comfortably sized patio, and stunning mountain views while remaining visually unobtrusive in the pastoral landscape. Photo by Iwan Baan.
The Farnley Hey house in West Yorkshire has undergone many changes since Peter Womersley designed it in 1954. Christian Harvey and Victoria Davies, the current owners, are working to update the house—and undo some of the previous alterations, including removing the greenhouse inserted under the cantilevered second floor—while staying true to its original aesthetic.
The Farnley Hey house in West Yorkshire has undergone many changes since Peter Womersley designed it in 1954. Christian Harvey and Victoria Davies, the current owners, are working to update the house—and undo some of the previous alterations, including removing the greenhouse inserted under the cantilevered second floor—while staying true to its original aesthetic.
The North Christian Church was Eero Saarinen’s last building; he passed away unexpectedly before it was finished. Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo and Associates completed the project three years later. - Columbus, Indiana Dwell Magazine : July / August 2017
The North Christian Church was Eero Saarinen’s last building; he passed away unexpectedly before it was finished. Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo and Associates completed the project three years later. - Columbus, Indiana Dwell Magazine : July / August 2017
Looking like a burrow on the side of a mountain, Villa Vals – a Swiss holiday rental available through Boutique Homes was designed by Architects Bjarne Mastenbroek of SeARCH and Christian Müller of CMA. The entrance to the property is through a nearby wooden barn, which has a concealed underground tunnel that runs through the mountain into the villa’s subterranean core.
Looking like a burrow on the side of a mountain, Villa Vals – a Swiss holiday rental available through Boutique Homes was designed by Architects Bjarne Mastenbroek of SeARCH and Christian Müller of CMA. The entrance to the property is through a nearby wooden barn, which has a concealed underground tunnel that runs through the mountain into the villa’s subterranean core.
Danish Summerhouse Gilleleje. Gribskov, Denmark What’s more natural than a black and white summer home in the Danish Riviera? This sunny Scandinavian beauty fits elegantly into its picturesque surroundings, also home to the UNESCO site of King Christian V’s royal hunting grounds.
Danish Summerhouse Gilleleje. Gribskov, Denmark What’s more natural than a black and white summer home in the Danish Riviera? This sunny Scandinavian beauty fits elegantly into its picturesque surroundings, also home to the UNESCO site of King Christian V’s royal hunting grounds.
Designer and blogger Christian May of Maison21, with his Black Crow pillow.
Designer and blogger Christian May of Maison21, with his Black Crow pillow.
In 2013, Marlon Blackwell took on an unconventional commission from an Orthodox Christian church in Arkansas, converting an old storage shed into a church with an exterior still clad in industrial box-rib metal.
In 2013, Marlon Blackwell took on an unconventional commission from an Orthodox Christian church in Arkansas, converting an old storage shed into a church with an exterior still clad in industrial box-rib metal.
Photo by Christian Schaulin
Photo by Christian Schaulin
Photo by Christian Schaulin
Photo by Christian Schaulin
Photo by Christian Schaulin
Photo by Christian Schaulin
Christian Lacroix details.
Christian Lacroix details.
Custom illustrated Modern In Denver cover by Christian Musselman
Custom illustrated Modern In Denver cover by Christian Musselman
The barn when Christian Élie and Marie Guillemette first bought their farm in Quebec.
The barn when Christian Élie and Marie Guillemette first bought their farm in Quebec.

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