The exhibition graphics employ a customized headline typeface developed by Project Projects. The painted floor graphic shows the shape of Roosevelt Island (in orange) and the extent of the pneumatic tube system (in white).

A demonstration pneumatic tube system ran throughout the exhibition, so visitors could better understand the technology.

The firm's work also includes exhibition and logo design. They handled both for the exhibition 'Fast Trash,' which spotlights the pneumatic trash disposal system used on Roosevelt Island since 1975.

Fast assembly, affordability, and energy efficiency make kit homes a desirable option for homeowners.

The cabin structure and arches are made of locally sourced poplar plywood. The design team selected this material because of its fast-growing characteristics and wide availability in the Netherlands. "Because they grow fast, there is a lot of water in the tree," add the architects. "During drying, this water is replaced by air—that’s why this wood insulates, and therefore feels warm and pleasant (it is the same wood type used for making clogs). The wood does not splinter, and it is non-toxic."

Architect Craig Steely has become fast friends with Russell-Clarke and Moolsintong. He hangs out in the kitchen and lives not far from the house.

Hytte's prefab construction allows for faster setup with lower site impact.

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The wood-frame residence and studio are clad in vertical cedar siding—back then, a daring competitor to clapboard—instead of concrete to save costs. The effect is equally seamless, however: “If you drive by it fast enough,” Charles Gwathmey once said, “you still might mistake it for a concrete house.” Photo by Norman McGrath.

A rocket scientest named Thomas Povey applied fins and grooves along the exterior of his new Flare Pans in order to direct the flame to cover more of the pot’s surface area, saving heat energy. The idea of using fins isn’t new — the casing on air-cooled motorcycle engines are coated with grooves to get the surrounding airflow to hit more surface area. Dr. Povey used his knowledge of working on jet engines to apply the same principles to the pots.

The pots are oven-safe up to 401 degrees Fahrenheit for stovetop steak cooking. They will not, however, work as effectively as advertised on an electric stove.

The pots are made from cast aluminum with stainless steel handles. The interior is coated with a non-stick treatment.

There are conventional cookware alternatives to the Flare pans, like the chef-favorite All-Clads or the standby cast iron pans from Lodge Logic, but none of them will have the futuristic feel of the Lakelands.

The exterior of 114-116 E 102nd Street.

Here are a few others stamps that I have done. Strangely, they’re all flora or fast food. Hrm.

“The house went up so fast compared to a lot of buildings we do, because it’s such a simple design,” explains designer Tim Whitehill.

Beavis designed the living spaces to provide Tanner with a sense of escape from his fast-paced life as a stunt driver and motorsports competitor.

Living room. TMC lamp by Santa & Cole Tria bookcase by Mobles 114 Vito sofa by Design Republic

The beautifully updated kitchen has new quartz countertops, a mosaic tile backsplash, and a fast-cooking induction range. The large center island adds storage and seating.

For the Shake Shack headquarters, plenty of greenery was a must. They wanted it to feel like a peaceful, wellness-focused space rather than a typical fast-paced hospitality company.

“We’ve seen viruses just blow apart [on copper],” Bill Keevil, professor of environmental healthcare at the University of Southampton, told Fast Company this week.

Modern, ergonomic design. This stool with a clever footrest proves to be stylish and comfy. Flod Stool by Azuamoline (Martín Azúa and Gerard Moliné) for Mobles 114.

“Mill-finished aluminum cladding was allowed for fast and efficient construction, and it also creates soft reflections of the garden and the ever changing color of the sky in its surface,” says the firm.

The Dacor Combination Speed Oven combines the speed of microwave convection in the upper-oven with fast and healthy steam-roasting and steam-baking features in the lower-oven.

Bell Construction and Contracting's first design is called the Opener. Framed and clad in galvanized steel, it costs $154,900 CAD (around $114K USD).

Once locked in a bidding war with the homeowners and now fast friends and neighbors, BLAINE Architects gives a 1953 Eichler in California’s South Bay some much-needed space and an outdoor connection.

Bell Construction and Contracting's first design is called the Opener. Framed and partly clad in galvanized steel, it costs $154,900 CAD (around $114K USD).

The prefabs were pre-approved by the state to simplify permitting, allowing for fast-track construction and deployment. The project site, which is fully equipped with utility services and amenities, set up in just 13 weeks.

Want to join me for my class : A modern twist on Chinese New Year at Miele SF , Sat. 1-14 10:30 am ? Exciting!

A lovely dessert bloom just behind the visitor center. It also shows the startling variety of fast-moving clouds that hover over this part of the sate.

Builders, developers, designers, and architects have developed a range of homes that are composed of prefabricated, modular, or kit-of-parts pieces that can allow for lower costs, faster and easier on-site construction, and even higher quality spaces. Here, we delve into the differences—and similarities—among these manufactured residences.

Lim + Lu decided to bring elements of nature into the space, transforming this new home into a haven to escape from the fast-paced lifestyle of the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong. The view of offices and apartments across the street from the living room windows are replaced by a row of lush greenery.

A new typeface designed by Skyrill as seen on Fast Company.

Though only two feet deep, the Ikea cabinet Azevedo bought for the guest bath didn’t quite fit, so she sliced off eight inches with a table saw. “It might be unorthodox, but it was just easier, faster, and cheaper to do it myself,” says the former furniture designer.