Nov 01
Slinkachu Exhibition The Big City
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The Big City, a show opening in Ludwigsburg, Germany on 23rd October at Kunstverein Ludwigsburg.
The solo show will feature a combination of past
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Nov 01
Living with the Evoque
Posted in: driving, evoque, rangerover, testdrives From city to country the new little Range Rover delivers on its promise
Having followed the story of the Range Rover Evoque from its unveil in Paris a year ago to the design and manufacturing facilities in the UK this past summer, I have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of one to call my own for a little while. Finally, two weeks ago, that chapter of my role as a City Shaper began. While I rightfully had high expectations for this new little Rover, I’m pleased to report that after two weeks of driving those expectations have been exceeded. From the streets of NYC to the snow-covered dirt roads of Vermont, the Evoque delivers on its promise of peak performance, simple luxury, high technology and greater sustainability.
Beyond the overall great impression, it’s the more subtle details of this fully loaded black-on-black “Dynamic” trim 5-door that have been keeping a smile on my face:
The Drive
While the MagneRide suspension is impressive in all on- and off-road driving modes, setting it to Dynamic mode and switching the transmission to Sport shifting turns the otherwise polite car in to a taut little terrier.
Believe it or not, the interior of the Evoque feels quite a bit more spacious than the Range Rover Sport I was previously driving.
The Tech
The 825-Watt, 17-speaker Meridian sound system is simply the best in-car hi-fi I’ve ever heard.
While using a standard iPod USB cable to connect to the sound system is convenient, pairing an iPhone over Bluetooth goes beyond standard calling to include streaming music playback that sounds just as good as the plugged-in version. Presumably this works with other smartphones as well.
The dome and map lights are touch-sensitive.
The rear window is a bit short but fortunately it only takes two taps on the touch screen to choose the rear view camera to fill the entire 8-inch display.
The Exterior
The rear wiper is neatly tucked under the spoiler so it’s nicely out of view when not in use. Even better, when the window-wash button is pressed the wiper and sprayer execute a short sequence of sprays and wipes that get the job done without extra drips.
Puddle lights shining from underneath the side mirrors provide a welcomed nighttime convenience, but the subtle addition of an Evoque logo in the spotlight lends an appropriately Batman-like feel.
Nov 01
Ayada Maldives
Posted in: ayada, gaafu dhaalu, villaDécouverte de ce nouvel et luxueux hôtel Ayada Maldives se situant à 30 km au nord de l’équateur, dans l’atoll de Gaafu Dhaalu. Un accès par bateau pour rejoindre ces 112 villas et suites. Une décoration contemporaine avec pour chacune, une piscine privée à débordement
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Nov 01
The rippled timber core of this reindeer observation pavilion by architects Snøhetta mirrors the curves of the surrounding Dovre Mountains in Norway.
Above: photograph is by diephotodesigner
Named the Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre Pavilion, the building is used as an education centre by charity the Wild Reindeer Foundation.
A rectangular steel frame contains the pavilion and a glazed wall lines the observation area.
Norwegian ship-builders constructed the curved timber centre from pine beams, which were milled using digital models and then pegged together.
Visitors to the pavilion can sit on the wooden form, where they are warmed by a suspended furnace.
Earlier this year Snøhetta also revealed their proposals for an extension to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art – see more stories about the firm here.
Photography is by Ketil Jacobsen, apart from where otherwise stated.
Here’s a bit more text from Snøhetta:
Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre Pavilion
The Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre Pavilion is located at Hjerkinn on the outskirts of Dovrefjell National Park, overlooking the Snøhetta mountain massif.
The 90m2 building is open to the public and serves as an observation pavilion for the Wild Reindeer Foundation educational programmes. A 1,5km nature path brings visitors to this spectacular site, 1200 meters above sea level.
Background
Dovrefjell is a mountain range that forms a barrier between the northern and southern parts of Norway. It is home to Europe’s last wild reindeer herds and is the natural habitat for many rare plants and animals. A long history filled with travellers, hunting traditions, mining, and military activities has left its mark on this land. In addition to the natural and cultural landscape, the Dovre mountains also holds significant importance in the Norwegian consciousness. National legends, myths, poetry (Ibsen) and music (Grieg) celebrate the mystic and eternal qualities of this powerful place. The founding fathers of the Norwegian constitution are ”agreed and faithful, until the fall of Dovre!”
Architectural idea
This unique natural, cultural and mythical landscape has formed the basis of the architectural idea. The building design is based on a rigid outer shell and an organic inner core. The south facing exterior wall and the interior create a protected and warm gathering place, while still preserving the visitor’s view of the spectacular panorama.
Considerable emphasis is put on the quality and durability of the materials to withstand the harsh climate. The rectangular frame is made in raw steel resembling the iron found in the local bedrock. The simple form and use of natural materials reference local building traditions. However, advanced technologies have been utilized both in the design and the fabrication process. Using digital 3D-models to drive the milling machines, Norwegian shipbuilders in Hardangerfjord created the organic shape from 10 inch square pine timber beams. The wood was then assembled in a traditional way using only wood pegs as fasteners. The exterior wall has been treated with pine tar while the interior wood has been oiled.
The pavilion is a robust yet nuanced building that gives visitors an opportunity to reflect and contemplate this vast and rich landscape.
Project name: Tverrfjellhytta
Adress: Hjerkinn, Dovre Municipality, Norway
Building compleeted: June 2011
Client: Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre
Architect: Snøhetta Oslo AS
Landscape Architect: Snøhetta Oslo AS
Interior Architect: Snøhetta Oslo AS
Design Team leader: Knut Bjørgum landscape architect
Snøhetta Team: Kjetil T. Thorsen (Partner in charge, Principal architect), Erik Brett Jacobsen, Margit Tidemand Ruud, Rune Grasdal, Martin Brunner (Architects) Heidi Pettersvold.(Interior Architect)
Structural engineer: Dr.Techn. Kristoffer Apeland AS, Trond Gundersen
Floor area: 90m2/900sf
Cost: 4,0 mill. NOK (Total construction cost pavillion)
Main contractor: Prebygg AS
Subcontractor, steel: Lonbakken AS
Subcontractor, glass: Skandinaviska Glassystem AB
Contractor, wood: Djupevaag Ship Builders AS
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| Naust paa Aure by TYIN tegnestue | Holmenkollen ski jump by JDS Architects | Opera House Oslo by Snøhetta |
Nov 01
Type Be Positive: Kickstart the Ludlow Project
Posted in: UncategorizedIt’s easy to say that letterpress printing leaves an impression, but perhaps the most remarkable thing about the process, which dates back to Gutenberg’s original invention in 1440, is that much of the equipment in use today dates back to the first half of the 20th Century. Los Angeles’s International Printing Museum is home to the largest collection of printing equipment in America, “emphasizing the history of letterpress printing and typecasting from Gutenberg to Vandercook.”
They’ve turned to Kickstarter in an effort “to rescue a collection of approximately 100 full fonts of antique Ludlow Typecasting matrices, [and] catalog & organize the fonts into our working collection & digitize Ludlow Type Specimen books with notes on available fonts for letterpress projects.”
Along with the Museum’s other metal, wood type fonts, these matrices will be available for casting type to be used by museum patrons, graphic designers & letterpress printers nationally for all kinds of projects including letterpress poster and business card printing, invitation and greeting card printing projects and creative jewelry making and art projects. We will also develop and offer training and classes on Ludlow operation and maintenance to ensure Ludlow’s legacy. The success of the project would make this the largest active collection of hot metal type in the world available to the public.
The beautifully-executed video is absolutely worth watching. On one hand, I wish every Kickstarter project put half as much effort into producing their videos; on the other hand, it would stand out as a nice promotional piece in any context.
Nov 01
Bobble Jug
Posted in: filters, sustainable The basic water pitcher gets a sleek new look
Following up on the success of the award-winning bobble, the reusable bottle that filters water as you drink from it, the brand’s makers have launched the bobble jug. An innovative—and long overdue—update on the usual household water filter/pitcher combo, the two-liter jug reduces contaminants such as chlorine, copper, lead, mercury, cadmium, and others lurking in taps, while bringing smart design and good looks to the countertop.
Whereas most water filtration systems require you to wait while water drains into a second reservoir, the two-liter bobble jug operates in the same brilliant fashion as its portable counterpart: by filtering the water as it’s poured, thus saving time and providing more space to actually hold water. Boasting a distinct, similarly curved shape, with lids offered in six colorful hues, the jug is also slim enough to fit into most fridge-door shelves. And, as a cost-cutting alternative to pricey bottled water, the filters ($10) only need to be changed every two months.
The jug will be available at major retailers nationwide later this month. For now it can be purchased at Target and via bobble’s website for $30.
Nov 01
Oregon Manifest ultimate urban utility bike
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WORLD’S FIRST HALO COATINGS REFLECTIVE POWDER COAT: entire frame & wheels reflect headlights LIGHT STRIPS SEWN INTO BAGS: extra large electrolumin..
Nov 01
Dezeen Screen: Musical Chairs by Bobby Petersen
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Dezeen Screen: this movie shows an installation by designer Bobby Petersen at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, where chairs were programmed to play music when visitors sat on them. Watch the movie »
Nov 01
“RIBA urges architects to embrace localism” – new guides promote community involvement
Posted in: Dezeen Wire, Do not show on the Homepage
Dezeen Wire: the Royal Institute of British Architects has published two new guides aimed at encouraging architects to help improve local communities through urban planning and cooperation with residents.
The guides have been produced in response to the Decentralisation and Localism Bill, introduced on 13 December 2010, which devolved power to local authorities, offering them the opportunity to collaborate with architects on local planning issues and develop new projects without the need for planning applications.
The following information is from the RIBA:
RIBA urges architects to embrace localism
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has called on architects to use their skills and expertise to help communities make the most of their new planning powers and create exciting and bold visions for the future of their areas.
As the Localism Bill makes its final passage through Parliament, the RIBA has published two new guides for architects, outlining how the role of the architect can change under the new approach to planning and highlighting the crucial role that they have to play in helping communities understand the potential of their local built environment and prepare neighbourhood plans.
The Guide to Localism – Opportunities for architects Part one: Neighbourhood planning and Guide to Localism – Opportunities for architects Part two: Getting community engagement right will be launched on 4 November 2011 at the RIBA’s planning and localism conference in Newcastle. The first guide explains how the proposed changes to the planning system will affect architects and highlights the design skills architects can use to get involved in developing neighbourhood plans. The second guide shows how architects can enable local communities to participate fully in shaping the way their local area looks and feels. Both guides draw on real-life examples, from Dewsbury Town Centre in Yorkshire to Broadway Community Garden at the Tilbury Estate in Essex.
RIBA President Angela Brady said:
“Architects have the skills and expertise to help realise localism. We can develop a ‘vision’ and bring inspiring ideas. We can help people set ambitious targets, have a real say in their local area, and create – through good design – places that will improve the quality of their lives.
“Many of us are already working closely with local communities but we need to seize this opportunity to work together to create the best environment for their neighbourhoods.”
Guide to Localism – Opportunities for architects Part one: Neighbourhood planning and Guide to Localism – Opportunities for architects Part two: Getting community engagement right are available at http://www.architecture.com/
The guides are designed to be read in conjunction with each other.
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