Nov 7, 2015 07:27 PM
Interview - Eleena Jamil on Architecture and Sustainability
http://www.architravel.com/pointofview/i...inability/
EXCERPT: [...] A debatable opinion has emerged that great cities worldwide have started to look alike. Are they really losing their local character? If so, what has led to this? Where does contemporary architecture stand in this matter? Is critical regionalism a thing of the past?
There is a tendency for modern cities in south-east Asia to look alike because there is this generic tower being built a lot around the cities. However, there are exceptions. There are some high-rise buildings which really respond to the local culture and climate. What you get is a tower that looks like it belongs to the city. Therefore, we have to be careful to think about how we respond to the climate, because a tower in Europe should not look exactly the same as a tower in south-east Asia. As a result it is very important being sensitive to what is exactly around you, in particular the climate and the culture....
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19 Charming Wedding Centerpieces For Magical Celebrations
http://homesthetics.net/19-charming-wedd...ebrations/
EXCERPT: Simple, elegant, noble decorations are able to change everything, special occasions, magical moments of your life in which charm might attire your beautiful experience. Elegance and sensibility must dominate your visual element, your wedding evening, the use of natural textures in floral arrangements, the use of transparent elements that both protect and emphasize the composition. 19 charming wedding centerpieces for magical celebrations have been hand picked for this article, all shattering beautiful, different and organic, all nestling floral beauty and charm for your special evening. Cast a glance at the gallery below and choose the ones that will define your event, your atmosphere....
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A Magical Mishmash of Traditional and Post-Modern in Korea
http://www.homedesignfind.com/architectu...-in-korea/
EXCERPT: In Seoul’s old Buam-dong neighborhood, a curious blend of ancient and modern makes a strange alliance in this adaptation for a young Korean family. [...] Probably not something this architect wants to attempt again, but what an amusing mishmash of styles, all working together.... [Photos / More Text]
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Amazing Dream House In Cyprus
http://88designbox.com/home-design/secre...s-797.html
EXCERPT: This amazing dream house located in the outer suburbs of Nicosia, Cyprus surrounded by the endless tranquility of the majestic agricultural terrains. The villa was designed by Constantinos Kalisperas Architectural Studio and Inspired by the existing topography of the area, form and landscape interweave into one hybrid structure, allowing for multi-layered programme, views and landscape to co-exist harmoniously....
http://www.architravel.com/pointofview/i...inability/
EXCERPT: [...] A debatable opinion has emerged that great cities worldwide have started to look alike. Are they really losing their local character? If so, what has led to this? Where does contemporary architecture stand in this matter? Is critical regionalism a thing of the past?
There is a tendency for modern cities in south-east Asia to look alike because there is this generic tower being built a lot around the cities. However, there are exceptions. There are some high-rise buildings which really respond to the local culture and climate. What you get is a tower that looks like it belongs to the city. Therefore, we have to be careful to think about how we respond to the climate, because a tower in Europe should not look exactly the same as a tower in south-east Asia. As a result it is very important being sensitive to what is exactly around you, in particular the climate and the culture....
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19 Charming Wedding Centerpieces For Magical Celebrations
http://homesthetics.net/19-charming-wedd...ebrations/
EXCERPT: Simple, elegant, noble decorations are able to change everything, special occasions, magical moments of your life in which charm might attire your beautiful experience. Elegance and sensibility must dominate your visual element, your wedding evening, the use of natural textures in floral arrangements, the use of transparent elements that both protect and emphasize the composition. 19 charming wedding centerpieces for magical celebrations have been hand picked for this article, all shattering beautiful, different and organic, all nestling floral beauty and charm for your special evening. Cast a glance at the gallery below and choose the ones that will define your event, your atmosphere....
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A Magical Mishmash of Traditional and Post-Modern in Korea
http://www.homedesignfind.com/architectu...-in-korea/
EXCERPT: In Seoul’s old Buam-dong neighborhood, a curious blend of ancient and modern makes a strange alliance in this adaptation for a young Korean family. [...] Probably not something this architect wants to attempt again, but what an amusing mishmash of styles, all working together.... [Photos / More Text]
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Amazing Dream House In Cyprus
http://88designbox.com/home-design/secre...s-797.html
EXCERPT: This amazing dream house located in the outer suburbs of Nicosia, Cyprus surrounded by the endless tranquility of the majestic agricultural terrains. The villa was designed by Constantinos Kalisperas Architectural Studio and Inspired by the existing topography of the area, form and landscape interweave into one hybrid structure, allowing for multi-layered programme, views and landscape to co-exist harmoniously....