John Breed est un artiste moderne néerlandais né en 1969. En ayant énormément voyagé aux quatre coins du monde, il a pu acquérir beaucoup de techniques et de savoir-faire comme la calligraphie, le graffiti ou encore les fresques. Ses oeuvres sculpturales mettent en scène des squelettes d’animaux.
Stockholm designer Monica Förster has designed a modular sofa system for Swedish furniture brand Fogia with a padded cover folded over the armrests.
Förster’s Retreat system is characterised by the cushions that wrap over the back and armrests of the individual modules and continue all the way to the base.
“The idea has been to give the impression of a padded cover bending softly over the armrest and then onto the seat, giving the feeling of comfort and softness thus creating a warm atmosphere,” said Förster.
“We focused on the armrest, creating a strong detail with the wrinkles and movement of the textile,” she added. “It is bold but soft and smooth at the same time.”
The system for Fogia comprises six low square modules, which come in five different sizes with and without armrests.
Eight suggested configurations range from a simple two-seat sofa to a six-seat corner sofa with a chaise longue extension.
“Retreat is a sofa system for both public and home environments,” Förster told Dezeen. “The modules can be combined to create a larger sofa family with lounge parts but the modules are made quite small so that it is also possible to fit into a smaller home environment.”
The padding is made from layers of different densities of foam, topped with down for extra comfort. A zip in the textile covers enables removal for cleaning.
“Retreat is a timeless modular sofa made to withstand passing trends,” said a statement from Fogia. “Bold yet soft, Retreat is based around an undulating base unit that can be tailored to make areas of cosy reflection or opened up for festivities. The down-filled modules come in a variety of colourways for domestic or contract personalisation.”
Fogia launched Retreat at the Stockholm Furniture Fair last month, along with another modular sofa system by Stefan Borselius that was developed from his Tondo chair design for the brand.
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Glass sliding doors surrounding the living areas of this coastal house in South Africa can be retracted to create open-air spaces overlooking the ocean (+ slideshow).
Australia-based Gavin Maddock Design Studio designed the Pearl Bay Residence as a holiday home for a client who will eventually retire to the spot located in the harbour town of Yzerfontein, 90 kilometres up the western coast from Cape Town.
The client requested a modern house that makes the most of ocean views from a site on a dune, which rises gradually away from the shore.
A pair of white cubic volumes arranged on either side of a garden contain three bedrooms, four bathrooms and living and dining areas that can be completely opened up to the outdoors.
“The architecture and interiors enjoy various aesthetic interests and were inspired by the west coast landscape, which is quite textural and typified by simple white houses and cottages reminiscent of the Mediterranean,” said Maddock.
The verticality of the building’s double-height volumes is emphasised by strips of glazing that interrupt the surfaces of the front and rear sections.
A garage that extends towards the road is fronted by a rolling timber shutter. It adjoins a sheltered entrance to one side and a two-storey wing that contains bedrooms on both its ground and first floor levels.
The entrance leads to a single-storey gallery that connects the home’s two pavilions. One side of the passage accommodates a daybed and artworks sheltered from the sun by a timber screen. The other side is lined with sliding doors that open onto the turfed area.
The main living, kitchen and dining spaces on the ground floor are positioned to look out towards the ocean through full-height windows, which slide to one side to create the feel of an outdoor terrace.
A timber deck between the lounge and the garden can be sealed off with sliding partitions on either side. When all the glazing is retracted the entire rear of the ground floor is open to the sea breezes.
“There is a seamless flow between these spaces and a sense of uninterrupted connection between inside and outside,” said Maddock, who added that the opening towards the ocean “was stretched to the maximum of 14 metres using strategically placed columns.”
The master bedroom and its en-suite on the first floor can also be opened up to the sea views on two sides.
A custom-made shower encased in glass was added to maximise the feeling of space in the bathroom.
Materials and furniture throughout the property were chosen to add a warm and tactile contrast to the white walls.
The texture of granite tiles references rocks along the shoreline, while the bedroom floors are made from wide oak boards.
Photography by Adam Letch.
Project credits:
Consultants:
Structural Engineer: Hulme & Associates
Geotechnical Engineer: Kantey & Templer
Land Surveyor: Neil Spencer & Associates
Contractor: McNeil Construction
Suppliers:
Art: Jana Maddock (large piece in the Livingroom),
Andre van Vuuren – ‘Carmel Art’ (artwork in the Gallery), Nel Luyendyk – ‘Ghuba Gallery’ (artwork in the gallery), Lulli de Villiers-Hamman – ‘Sembach Gallery’ (art in the bedroom)
Furniture: GMDS designed pieces, Limeline (Minotti & Knoll, Artemide, Martinelli Luce), Weylandts, Okha
Tiles & Stone: WOMAG
Timber flooring: Oggie Flooring
Blinds & Curtains: Up The Track (Silent Gliss)
Lighting: Lumen8, DM Agencies (Spazio), Eagle
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Early last year, we started seeing alot of amazing poster and prints online and we even shared one such collection. Remember the Veggie collection by Von Trueba? Yes the ones with the amazing leaves that have been a hit everywhere.. people are really loving the leaves nowadays. Of course flowers are classic but leaves are a nice change.. but before we get too carried away.. we thought we’d introduce you to the young talent behind the Von Trueba prints, Carmen.
Hi Carmen, tell us a little about yourself.
I was born in Murcia (Spain), and after years drawing and traveling I decided that Architecture could be my thing. I graduated from the Polytechnic University of Valencia, where I also won awards and prizes for design, art, and innovation.
Nowadays I am based in London, and have several platforms where I show my designs (inspired by geometry and materials), and illustrations.
Could you share with us 3 of your favourite spots in your city?
My favourite spots in London are: Shoreditch, Southbank and Kensington gardens.
Are there any design hangouts or places you can go to meet other creates where you live?
Here in London it is rare not to always have something to do or somewhere to go to. You have to be tuned in because there is always something going on, sometimes is stressful because I dont want to miss anything.
More about Carmen after the cut..
What is one important lesson you have learnt on your creative journey?
Trust yourself, at the end, everything that comes out from you in a natural way is good, you have to trust, and do not ever think about whether people are going to like it.
Is there a piece of advice you would share with budding designers who are still in school or thinking of quiting their day job?
The same as I told you before. Everyone has something to offer, and that is the best part. Trust your feelings and your creations, let them be.
Do you remember the moment you decided you wanted to do what you are doing now?
Not really. I think I have always loved to “create”. No matter if it is a building, a print or a store window. Design has always driven me happy.
Where do you find inspiration? Perhaps a favourite blog or website?
I find inspiration in nature, in geometric forms, pure forms. I love nordic design, textures.
Finish this sentence — “if i could, i would…”
If I could, I would ALWAYS.
All images courtesy of Von Trueba.
.. Von Trueba
Unlike other folding bikes with multiple sideways hinges, this innovative concept features one simplistic rotary mechanism that makes it possible to collapse in one easy motion. Located at the center where the pedals and gears meet, the rotating joint allows the two staggered halves to move vertically, making it possible to collapse or expand even in small spaces like the subway or bus.
Designer: Chacko T Kalacehrry
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We often think of water bottles as being somewhat gender-neutral, but there’s no denying the FlyingJACK’s masculine appeal. Crafted from stainless steel, it’s as strong as it is smooth to the touch. As for the horseshoe shape – it’s both fun and functionally ergonomic. DO WANT (with whiskey, please!).
Designer: Franky Leering
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L’artiste italien Gianluca Traina réalise des sculptures étonnantes qui représentent des bustes et visages de personnes anonymes qu’il photographie. Il a recourt à la même technique de chaîne et trame utilisée pour la conception des tapis : il étale des carrés d’images qu’il brode ensemble. Il met un accent tout particulier aux couleurs de la peau.
Actuellement exposées à Hong Kong, voici ces incroyables sculptures de cire d’abeille réalisées par l’artiste chinois Ren Ri. L’artiste a été apiculteur pendant presque une décennie, et compose dorénavant diverses œuvres d’art à base de cire d’abeille dont cette série de cartes géographiques du plus bel effet..
Le studio de design Synthesis Design + Architecture, basé à Los Angeles, a conçu une incroyable chaise à l’aide d’une imprimante 3D et de matériaux différents pour chaque partie de l’objet. Ils ont fait appel à l’entreprise d’imprimante 3D Stratasys pour la « Durotaxis Chair » : ils voulaient une impression en une seule fois qui puisse prendre en compte les différents matériaux.
A glass wall spotted with reflective yellow and orange windows creates a false facade for this extension to a secondary school in south-west Germany, designed by Netzwerk Architekten (+ slideshow).
Darmstadt-based studio Netzwerk Architekten won a competition to design the €4.2 million (£3.1 million) extension for the Fichte-Gymnasium grammar school in Karlsruhe, a city near the France-Germany border. The three-storey block provides a new dining hall, foyer and additional classrooms for the school of 850 pupils.
A glazed screen erected in front of the concrete structure provides privacy for the street-facing side of the block. A smattering of square windows coated in golden foil reflect the facades of the school’s neighbours – designed in the Wilhelminian style used in Germany around the turn of the 20th century. One corner of the new concrete building is cut away, allowing light to pass through the glass and into a playground.
“In the street facade, ribbon windows with coloured internal glazing interact with framed casement windows, picking up and interpreting the theme of the perforated facades of the Wilhelminian buildings,” said the architects.
“In the rhythm of the activity zones, ‘lookout windows’ with deep alcoves at prominent locations offer a focused view of the urban space,” the architects added.
A strip of transparent glazing at ground level creates a “display window” into the school foyer and dining hall, which is accessed through a glazed door in the west of the facade. A passageway cut through the eastern corner of the building provides a direct route to the playground.
Inside, a temporary wall between the foyer and dining room can be removed to create a larger space for performances.
A wide set of wooden steps leads from the foyer into the main stairwell, which is lit by a large skylight. Toilets and service rooms are located on the landings of the split-level staircase, while a partial basement is positioned underneath.
The block backs onto a paved playground dotted with wooden planters that double as seats. An irregular pattern of square windows projects from the white-plastered facade.
The windows have deep frames that form alcove seating along the corridors and in the classrooms.
“Coloured glass panels are embedded on the corridor side, providing the corridors with different shades of colour depending on the position of the sun,” explained the architects.
Photography is by Jörg Hempel.
Project credits:
Architecture: netzwerkarchitekten GmbH
Support structure: Dr. Kreutz+Partner, Nuremberg, Germany
Electrical: IBE Ingenieurbüro Elektrotechnik GmbH, Karlsruhe, Germany
Building services/energy: S&K Engineering, Schefflenz, Germany
Project manager: Niklas Storch
Associates: Uwe Neumeyer, Matthias Walter
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