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Resident Misha Bukowski plays with young Zachary in the walkway between the renovated buildings. The new units are clad in stained local cedar.
Resident Misha Bukowski plays with young Zachary in the walkway between the renovated buildings. The new units are clad in stained local cedar.
"Beauty," Olafur Eliasson, 1993. In this work, a spotlight shines through a layer of mist to create a rainbow that's only visible from certain angles.
"Beauty," Olafur Eliasson, 1993. In this work, a spotlight shines through a layer of mist to create a rainbow that's only visible from certain angles.
Screened by the sliding door, Rosa cozies up with a book in the bedroom, while across the apartment Robert uses the hydraulic kitchen table as a work desk. “We wanted to explore the power of custom design by creating integrated furniture to maximize both efficiency and aesthetics,” says Rosa.
Screened by the sliding door, Rosa cozies up with a book in the bedroom, while across the apartment Robert uses the hydraulic kitchen table as a work desk. “We wanted to explore the power of custom design by creating integrated furniture to maximize both efficiency and aesthetics,” says Rosa.
An aluminum-framed door leading to the terrace provides an added sense of depth, integrating outside with inside. Here, the metal contrasts sharply with the natural birch flooring.
An aluminum-framed door leading to the terrace provides an added sense of depth, integrating outside with inside. Here, the metal contrasts sharply with the natural birch flooring.
A bit of private space between the apartment and the street.
A bit of private space between the apartment and the street.
Pork Chop, the dog, has plenty of comfortable places to nap between meals.
Pork Chop, the dog, has plenty of comfortable places to nap between meals.
Spiekermann and Dulkinys agree that their house—the first they’ve built from the ground up—is definitely different.
Spiekermann and Dulkinys agree that their house—the first they’ve built from the ground up—is definitely different.
1993, Pierluigi Cerri.
1993, Pierluigi Cerri.
Plants found in the surrounding landscape were used to obscure the lines between designed and natural worlds.
Plants found in the surrounding landscape were used to obscure the lines between designed and natural worlds.
Driven by data found on the site, the architects decided to merge the traditional red wooden cottage archetype with the modern box home.
Driven by data found on the site, the architects decided to merge the traditional red wooden cottage archetype with the modern box home.
The ever-changing daylight, plus the use of curtains and lighting options, means that Ahlgren and Lökaas enjoy a variety of different atmospheres.
The ever-changing daylight, plus the use of curtains and lighting options, means that Ahlgren and Lökaas enjoy a variety of different atmospheres.
The ever-changing daylight, plus the use of curtains and lighting options, means that Ahlgren and Lökaas enjoy a variety of different atmospheres.
The ever-changing daylight, plus the use of curtains and lighting options, means that Ahlgren and Lökaas enjoy a variety of different atmospheres.
A photo of Verner Panton from 1993. © Panton Design, Basel
A photo of Verner Panton from 1993. © Panton Design, Basel
The ever-changing daylight, plus the use of curtains and lighting options, means that Ahlgren and Lökaas enjoy a variety of different atmospheres.
The ever-changing daylight, plus the use of curtains and lighting options, means that Ahlgren and Lökaas enjoy a variety of different atmospheres.
The home’s sliding doors blur the boundaries between inside and out.
The home’s sliding doors blur the boundaries between inside and out.
Though the renovation was significant, you wouldn’t necessarily know it, as the new materials blend well with the old. The transitions between spaces, such as that from the living room to an enclosed veranda, feel completely natural.
Though the renovation was significant, you wouldn’t necessarily know it, as the new materials blend well with the old. The transitions between spaces, such as that from the living room to an enclosed veranda, feel completely natural.
Shielding the bedroom from the courtyard, a black curtain affords privacy while the slotted window above the bed ensures that even when privacy is wanted, the room is bathed in light.
Shielding the bedroom from the courtyard, a black curtain affords privacy while the slotted window above the bed ensures that even when privacy is wanted, the room is bathed in light.
Vitra Fire Station, Weil am Rhein, Germany, 1993
Vitra Fire Station, Weil am Rhein, Germany, 1993
The Phold series from Menu is a family of flexible containers designed to provide organization for small items, wherever it’s most needed. Each Phold container features a round opening and an attached lid that can be left open to keep contents handy or pushed closed to keep items secure.
The Phold series from Menu is a family of flexible containers designed to provide organization for small items, wherever it’s most needed. Each Phold container features a round opening and an attached lid that can be left open to keep contents handy or pushed closed to keep items secure.
The Stem Hanging Planter from Bower NYC presents a sophisticated play of materials. The planter is made from a spun aluminum bowl that rests on an interior stem—a steel rod that travels through the base of the bowl, through the plant’s soil, and above the bowl where it hangs from a waxed black cotton cord. The result is a decidedly sculptural piece that carefully balances components to create an artful hanging planter for indoor spaces.
The Stem Hanging Planter from Bower NYC presents a sophisticated play of materials. The planter is made from a spun aluminum bowl that rests on an interior stem—a steel rod that travels through the base of the bowl, through the plant’s soil, and above the bowl where it hangs from a waxed black cotton cord. The result is a decidedly sculptural piece that carefully balances components to create an artful hanging planter for indoor spaces.
To make the modest space flexible, Robert built a sliding wall with QuietRock soundproofing drywall on the living-room side and rich PureBond walnut-veneer plywood on the bedroom side. When the wall is closed, the bedroom becomes private, and art books and collectibles are revealed on built-in shelves in the living room. quietrock.com
To make the modest space flexible, Robert built a sliding wall with QuietRock soundproofing drywall on the living-room side and rich PureBond walnut-veneer plywood on the bedroom side. When the wall is closed, the bedroom becomes private, and art books and collectibles are revealed on built-in shelves in the living room. quietrock.com
The main area opens onto the back deck for a seamless transition between house and surroundings.
The main area opens onto the back deck for a seamless transition between house and surroundings.
Moe stands in front of the circular opening between the living area and the sleeping/bath quarters.
Moe stands in front of the circular opening between the living area and the sleeping/bath quarters.
A sliding storage wall can be tucked aside to allow a seamless connection to the living and dining area.
A sliding storage wall can be tucked aside to allow a seamless connection to the living and dining area.
Maca inserted a closet-dressing room between the master bedroom and bathroom to offer more privacy to each space. She chose a vintage George Nelson lamp to lend character.
Maca inserted a closet-dressing room between the master bedroom and bathroom to offer more privacy to each space. She chose a vintage George Nelson lamp to lend character.
Ong refers to the open space between the old and new structures as “the void,” and he says it's meant “to enhance the ‘pavilion’ concept" of the dwelling. Four sets of sliding glass doors surround the space.
Ong refers to the open space between the old and new structures as “the void,” and he says it's meant “to enhance the ‘pavilion’ concept" of the dwelling. Four sets of sliding glass doors surround the space.
The Deskstructure series from Seletti is a clever take on desktop storage. Crafted in fine porcelain, each Desktructure displays a familiar scene—a cityscape, ocean liner, or warehouse buildings. The structures include storage compartments for pens and pencils, paper clips, elastic bands, and other desk necessities. The components can be lined up together to create one cohesive storage structure, separated in different small groups, or spread across an entire desktop surface.
The Deskstructure series from Seletti is a clever take on desktop storage. Crafted in fine porcelain, each Desktructure displays a familiar scene—a cityscape, ocean liner, or warehouse buildings. The structures include storage compartments for pens and pencils, paper clips, elastic bands, and other desk necessities. The components can be lined up together to create one cohesive storage structure, separated in different small groups, or spread across an entire desktop surface.
Created for Y’a Pas Le Feu Au Lac by FX Balléry, the PIK Vase is inspired by stacks of hay. Each vase is comprised of a cluster of three colorful glass cylinders that finish in beech wood cone bases. The varied heights of the cylinders creates an organic sensibility, as they replicate the variance of stack sizes found in fields. The cone bases end in small, austere points, which create the illusion that the PIK is floating slightly above the surface.
Created for Y’a Pas Le Feu Au Lac by FX Balléry, the PIK Vase is inspired by stacks of hay. Each vase is comprised of a cluster of three colorful glass cylinders that finish in beech wood cone bases. The varied heights of the cylinders creates an organic sensibility, as they replicate the variance of stack sizes found in fields. The cone bases end in small, austere points, which create the illusion that the PIK is floating slightly above the surface.
The Luster Candle Holders create an instant statement on a mantel or tabletop, and can be arranged from shortest to tallest, in a cluster, or sporadically to create a distinctive, changing look. Each holder is defined by its geometric details—a cylinder meets a circular base. Crafted from a zinc alloy with a black matte finish, the luster candleholders blend a cool modern look with a traditional feel, making them a balanced accent for a variety of interiors.
The Luster Candle Holders create an instant statement on a mantel or tabletop, and can be arranged from shortest to tallest, in a cluster, or sporadically to create a distinctive, changing look. Each holder is defined by its geometric details—a cylinder meets a circular base. Crafted from a zinc alloy with a black matte finish, the luster candleholders blend a cool modern look with a traditional feel, making them a balanced accent for a variety of interiors.
Danish designer Simon Legald was inspired by the silhouette created in a tree trunk as lumberjacks slowly chop away toward its center when he conceived of this series of Lumberjack Candle Holders. Each holder is carved from a single, cylindrical piece of solid wood. The result is a series of candle holders that blend an organic feel and a refined, sculptural quality, making them an ideal choice for a rustic kitchen or elegant dining room.
Danish designer Simon Legald was inspired by the silhouette created in a tree trunk as lumberjacks slowly chop away toward its center when he conceived of this series of Lumberjack Candle Holders. Each holder is carved from a single, cylindrical piece of solid wood. The result is a series of candle holders that blend an organic feel and a refined, sculptural quality, making them an ideal choice for a rustic kitchen or elegant dining room.
The facade is punctured by a variety of differently sized windows: Those flush to the wall indicate the house’s public rooms, while the those for the private spaces are set back.
The facade is punctured by a variety of differently sized windows: Those flush to the wall indicate the house’s public rooms, while the those for the private spaces are set back.
In a narrow residual area between the breezeway and the house's northern elevation, Cohen created a so-called "skinny space," with a changing area accessible to the outdoor shower.
In a narrow residual area between the breezeway and the house's northern elevation, Cohen created a so-called "skinny space," with a changing area accessible to the outdoor shower.
The Pinwheel pattern reappears in a different form on this graphic silk tie.
The Pinwheel pattern reappears in a different form on this graphic silk tie.
Here is the Excel in a different set of colors for a more playful interior.
Here is the Excel in a different set of colors for a more playful interior.
A modern Mad Hatter scene complete with oversized origami cranes and a mixture of different chairs. In collaboration with stylist Irina Graewe for Better Living.
A modern Mad Hatter scene complete with oversized origami cranes and a mixture of different chairs. In collaboration with stylist Irina Graewe for Better Living.

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