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Morphosis unveils contrasting towers for Viper Room nightclub site in Los Angeles

January 30, 2020 Kristine Klein 0
8850 Sunset Blvd by Morphosis

Architecture firm Morphosis has designed a 15-storey mixed-use development in Los Angeles comprising an angular white structure cradling a plant-covered glass tower. The 8850 Sunset high-rise will host affordable housing units, condominiums, meeting rooms, a luxury hotel and retail spaces. As part of the project, Morphosis will also redesign the Viper Room, an iconic music

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The Houses on Oak Hill Avenue / Studio 804

January 30, 2020 Andreas Luco 0

Successful sustainable design requires analyzing and planning for local economic and demographic trends. In recent years, both Lawrence, Kansas and Studio 804 have recognized that while the county’s population is growing at a high rate the average household size is dwindling. Comprehensive Lawrence planning documents have anticipated these problems by projecting population growth. According to the city, we have seen medium to high population growth rates over the last two decades, and if this trend continues, we will need housing to accommodate a projected 30 to 60 thousand additional residents by the year 2040. These large population increases become even more significant when you factor in the average household size. As Lawrence wants to avoid outward sprawl, groups such as the nonprofit Community Housing Trust have put forward creative solutions for this county-wide issue. They suggest creating “affordable housing by dividing lots in existing neighborhoods to accommodate two smaller homes.” Increasing urban density in established neighborhoods provides a sustainable way to accommodate a growing population by utilizing existing resources and infrastructure. We have taken the lead in this effort by purchasing one lot and creating a subdivision for the two sustainable houses.

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A Duo Of Deliciously Dark Luxury Interiors

January 30, 2020 HD Staff 0

Dark luxury interiors speak of sophistication and sweet decadence, like a really indulgent chocolate bar. These two particular deep toned designs are home to strictly high end furniture, expansive room proportions and some truly stand out features that would only be found amongst high society. This is an opportunity to take a look at luxury […]

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KevinShoes Store / WeWantMore

January 30, 2020 Pilar Caballero 0

Yes, people do still buy their shoes offline. And no, finding that perfect pair within a sizable store doesn’t need to feel like a shoe overdose. Enter WeWantMore and their cubed approach on a large footwear store located in Ghent, Belgium. 750 m2 to be exact. A size that turned out the be the challenge as well as the solution for the design of the new KevinShoes store. The Antwerp based design studio divided, colour bombed and conquered, turning a substantial retail space into a cohesive cluster of tailored footwear zones.

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Housing commission final report recommends fruit trees and “fast track for beauty”

January 30, 2020 India Block 0
Living with Beauty by Building Better, Building Beautiful

The UK government’s Building Better, Building Beautiful Commission, has recommended urban orchards and incentivising developers by fast-tracking planning for attractive housing. The report, titled Living with Beauty, was published this morning, 30 January 2020. It recommended planting trees, giving powers to local authorities to set design standards, and tax breaks for retrofitted buildings. Set up in

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