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HOME + GARDEN, MODERN architecture | October 30, 2009

Jenn Ski’s Mid-Century Modern House Photographed by Bob O’Connor

I always dreamt of living in a mid-century home, which is probably why I enjoy so much the Home Sweet Home series by Jenn Ski. Several weeks ago, renowned photographer Bob O’Connor took pictures of her interior. She put a couple of her blog but you will see more on the blog of Real Simple [...]

HOME + GARDEN, MODERN architecture | October 26, 2009

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The Tattoo House by Maynard Architects

This project illustrates the versatility of stickers. Out of necessity emerged an awesome way to add character to a two-story house extension. Rules regarding overlooking dictates a 75% opacity for second-story spaces. The gorgeous UV stable stickers simulate a grouping of mature trees. The stickers cost way less than any curtains or screens. I love it [...]

HOME + GARDEN, MODERN architecture | October 26, 2009

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Curvy Modern House by Johnston Marklee

I like the curly lines of this modern architecture house designed by Johnston Marklee. I am not convinced about the practicality of a house that denies the traditional front, side, and rear yard designations but we have to admire the play on geometric forms. I wonder about the wisdom of needing instructions to find out [...]

HOME + GARDEN, MODERN architecture | October 22, 2009

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40 Fabulous Things in Canada seen in Wallpaper

In case you missed it, the November 2009 issue of Wallpaper showcased forty of the best things from ten of their favorite global destinations. You will find the best from USA, Canada, UK, Scandinavia, Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Brazil and Japan. From Canada, I discover a few names that I did not know. On the architecture [...]

HOME + GARDEN, MODERN architecture

October 4, 2009

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Modern Living Spaces by Ong & Ong

I love the sight of no boundary between inside and outside. It makes sense in Singapore to build an awesome continuous terrace like this. I would gladly take my morning coffee sitting in the front bamboo garden. And have a look at their modern gallery kitchen. We would never guess that this is the interior [...]

HOME + GARDEN, MODERN architecture

August 5, 2009

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Universe Beach House by the Mexican Architect Tatiana Bilbao

I love this sight. I imagine hours of pleasures swimming on this rooftop pool in Mexico designed by Tatiano Bilbao. This beach house is unique. It is build to not disturb the coastal scenery. We can see that countries have different rules regarding safety since they are not railing. The floor plan is quite unique. This [...]

HOME + GARDEN, MODERN architecture

August 2, 2009

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Skyline Series by Marmol Radziner is Fitted for Urban Dwellers

Now a part of Dwell Homes Collection, the Skyline Series designed by Marmol Radziner is a mix and match system of four floor plans. Overall, it creates six unique homes suitable for typical urban lots. You can choose one story home with two bedrooms up to a two story home with six bedrooms. About the [...]

HOME + GARDEN, MODERN architecture

July 1, 2009

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Cory Buckner’s Triumph at Restoring Mid-20th American Architecture

Since we are celebrating Canada Day and the Fourth of July this week, let’s talks about preserving our cultural heritage. Our history is also expressed through residential architecture. After all, how we imagined and designed our neighborhoods and the houses we are living in is linked to what is going in our society. They reflect [...]

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