The votes are in! After tallying up your votes on who had the most exciting work of 2018 in the Core77 Design Awards, we have a grand prize winner of this year’s Community Choice prize as well as 13 category winners.

The grand prize winner doesn’t just earn a brag-able title, they’re also taking home a ticket to our 2018 Core77 Conference taking place this fall in New York!

The 2018 Core77 Conference takes place in Brooklyn on October 25th and will focus on starting and running a design business or launching your own product line. We hope this conference will help provide our winner with tangible skills to take their design ideas to market and realize their dreams!

Grand Prize Winner: Design Build: Street Seats

This undergraduate course at The School of Constructed Environments at Parsons School of Design that enables students to partner with the New York City Department of Transportation to design and build social public city spaces in underused street space garnered the most votes from the Core77 community. As stated in their project brief, Street Seats’ aim is to promote urban social and environmental sustainability—”the class is predicated on collaboration and the idea that a group can accomplish what an individual cannot.”

A big congrats to these Parsons students for a job well done!

And congratulations to all of the 2018 Community Choice category winners!

A principal at US firm Cutler Anderson Architects has created a small outbuilding at his residence overlooking the Puget Sound, which serves as both his studio and a place for his daughter to bring friends.

Architect James Cutler of Cutler Anderson Architects created the Studio/Bunkhouse for his home on an island near Seattle. The goal was to build a modest dwelling that could serve as a design studio and a kids’ hangout area. Specifically, the architect envisioned the space being used by his youngest daughter during sleepovers with friends.

An old tool shed was razed to make way for the tiny cabin, which encompasses 80 square feet (7.4 square metres). Cutler worked with his 12-year-old daughter – his other kids are grown and married – to pour the ready-mix concrete foundation and to construct the framing, made of rough-sawn Douglas fir that came from a nearby sawmill.

Rigid insulation was incorporated into the building envelope, and exterior walls were clad in Corten steel shingles, which are meant to work in visual harmony with the surrounding madrone and cedar trees. The shingles were custom cut and attached with K-lath screws.

On the west side of the cabin, the architect added a large stretch of glass that offers a sweeping view of the scenic landscape. Overhead, a sloped roof with a deep eave helps protect the glazed wall from the elements.

A 30-foot (nine-metre) pathway leads from the main residence to the cabin. Inside, a single room features exposed timber framing, wooden flooring and shiplap wall panels. The compact space accommodates a fold-up bed and desk, which were custom-built by a local woodworker.

“Designed to have two bunk beds that fold up on traction struts for the girls, and one folding desk for dad, the building can function in multiple ways,” the studio said. “And when everything is folded against the walls, it becomes a poker room for dad’s friends.”

Heating is provided by a highly efficient cast-iron wood stove, which consumes only two blocks of wood over the course of a winter’s night. To enable the cabin to be used during power outages, the architect added 4.5 kilowatts of batteries and an inverter, which are concealed behind rolling file cabinets. A small refrigerator that can run off battery power is hidden under the stove.

Since its completion, the cabin has evolved into more than a bunkhouse and quiet work space. “The building has surprised the designer and his family by becoming the cosy, defacto family/media room for the main residence,” the firm said.

The project recently won a Small Project Award from the AIA. Given annually, the awards recognise American projects that are completed at a small scale or on a tight budget.

Founded in 1977 and based on Bainbridge island, Cutler Anderson Architects is known for creating modern buildings in natural settings. Other projects by the firm include a Pennsylvania farmhouse with huge rolling shutters, and a home perched above a pond in Oregon.

Photography is by Art Grice.

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In this week’s comments update, an interview with Trump Baby blimp designer Matt Bonner caused a stir.

Ice ice baby: Trump Baby blimp designer Matt Bonner, told Dezeen that the over-sized balloon was an attempt to get under the president’s skin and “give him a taste of his own medicine”, leaving some readers a little frosty.

“Just so much bad taste. England has lost it a bit with this prank,” said an angry Bill Baker.

Nona Wolf agreed, questioning the decision to publish the interview: “Dezeen – shame on you for publishing this trash. This is not design, it’s biased, political whining. Trump won the election – get over it.”

However, some readers celebrated the blimp, including Egad: “Because of it the thin-skinned Trump avoided London. I’d love to see an army of the balloons in the US to fly everywhere he can see them.”

Commenter Robert Thomas added: “Smaller versions should be made available for US homeowners to fly in their backyards. They would sell well here in SoCal.”

For one reader the beauty of the design was not up for debate:



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Caveman: readers couldn’t agree on billionaire Elon Musk’s intentions when he hand delivered his tiny submarine to the rescue mission for the boys trapped in a Thai cave.

“A soon-to-be bankrupt Elon Musk chases publicity, again,” commented a cynical All-Amer.

An equally unimpressed BT76 wrote: “Billionaire inserts himself into yet another random headline in order to look good, instead of spending money/resources on a grander/harder situation closer to home.”

Other readers were full of praise, including Jaykjay: “Hats off to everyone that sacrificed in support of these boys! They didn’t end up helping directly, but they went for it and tried. I respect people that try, especially when they know they may fail.”

“What happened to good old manners of just saying thank you for trying to help instead of knocking Elon Musk’s attempt to help? The world has lost it,” added Aaron.

Others felt Musk could get more publicity in another way:



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Stellar performance: readers were encouraged by Stella McCartney’s environmental mission this week, as she explained to Dezeen how it influenced the design of her new London store.

“This is really wonderful. I hope this attitude finds its way into every industry sooner than later,” said Steve Hassler.

Cloudyy also approved: “Love her ideas. They have to start somewhere and will hopefully make their way into the mainstream.”

Mary Sue hoped that other designers would be inspired by McCartney saying: “I have worked in fashion for years and seen its effects on the planet. I am so happy to see designers talking about this! It will trickle down to mass fashion producers too.”

Of course, not all readers were impressed, with Arc saying, “Yawn. Another celeb spouting off with a holier-than-thou attitude.”

Readers were also pleased with McCartney’s views on animal welfare:



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Bargain hunt: readers questioned the affordability of Hill Country House, a prototype in rural Texas designed by Miró Rivera Architects.

“Let’s hear the ‘very modest budget’. My guess is that this isn’t modest but I’m absolutely down to be proved wrong,” challenged Archi.

Responding to the question Miró Rivera Architects said: “The construction cost was below $150 per square foot. That is in fact a very modest budget for a home with this level of design, especially with all the sustainable features included in this residence.”

Archi replied: “Holy cow. Well congratulations to ya’ll. I would absolutely be touting that in every publication.”

“Very nice design an hugely impressive for the price,” added Chris.

Chris_Becket was impressed by the architect’s effort in replying to comments: “I have never seen architects taking the time and to respond to readers’ comments on their work. It must be indicative of how you respect the views of not only your clients in particular but also the public in general. Lucky clients!”

On reader fell in love with part of the house:



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Simple and sophisticated, the oh!bike comes with a level of sensitivity, scalability, and planning that one expects from a bike that’s objective is to turn our cities electric and eco-friendly. With a design that looks great no matter the age or gender of the rider, and a performance that allows the oh!bike to be used in any urban or suburban setting, the oh!bike is smart, and coincidentally also the world’s lightest e-bike.

Weighing at just 15kg, the oh!bike sports a clever two-wheel drive. The pedals, operated by the rider, rotate the back wheel, while motion sensors on the pedal pick up your movements and assist them with a motorized drive on the front wheel. To balance the bike out, the battery (with a range of up to 50km) sits right in the middle, above the pedal, snapping on and off when you need, and powering the 250W motor. Ride in eco-mode, and the bike gives you a light assist, making you go further with each pedal, or switch to power-mode for a boost of up to 40%, helping you on tougher terrain, or when traveling uphill.

Designed in Barcelona and currently being turned into reality on Kickstarter, the bike meets not just environmental needs and engineering standards, it boasts of a home-friendly design too. The black-and-white design detail fits perfectly in any color setting, and the bike comes with foldable pedals and a rotating handlebar that lets you slide it into the thinnest of spaces, storing it for another day. The battery is detachable too, and charges via USB, allowing you to juice up at home or even on the road… and at a mere 15kgs, the world’s lightest e-bike makes a strong, ambitious attempt to wean the city off its dependence on fossil fuels and the unreliability/inefficiency of public transport and usher in an age of smart, assisted, electric riding!

Designer: oh!bike

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An e-bike that puts technology and innovation at the cyclist’s service. You can pedal and enjoy the city to go further in an easier way.

They have incorporated a movement sensor in the pedal which measures the speed and force that you are exerting in the axis of the bottom bracket. With this information the oh!bike adjusts the power supplied by the engine and provides the assistance you need at all times.

Going up a heavy slope? oh!bike perceives your effort, and gives you that push you need.

With the 250 W engine in the front wheel and the battery in the center the weight distribution is ideal creating a two-wheel-drive bicycle (2WD): the rear wheel through muscle energy and the front wheel with electric power. In their own test bench, they have simulated thousands of routes and conditions to ensure maximum efficiency in the motor system and a smooth response in all situations.

They kept the bicycle in its purest state. Making it easy and simple, like a conventional bicycle, giving up unnecessary complexities, but with the best available technology. The oh!bike is above all intuitive, with an extremely simple interface. There is a button to start, and a boost button that increases the assistance when you need it at will.

Oh!bike offers you two levels of assistance.

Eco Mode: assistance adjusted to your muscular input and maximum range with electrical support.
Power mode: the bicycle will give you its maximum assistance. More power input to strengthen your pedaling action.

The boost button: allows the electric support to increase on demand of the cyclist for temporary situations in which you require maximum force.

Do you want to know the status of the battery? It’s very simple you just have to check the power button. It has 8 green LEDs that go off as the battery is consumed.

Oh!bike is one of the lightest electric bikes on the market. With a 24 “wheel much more stable than any small wheel (20″) and much more maneuverable than those with a large wheel (26 “or 28″).

With hydraulic disc brakes, clean and silent belt transmission and internal – hub gear, all oriented to the Design performance and low maintenance. The oh!bike is more comfortable, more stable, safer and more practical.

For more than 3 years, a group of engineers and designers from Barcelona has been working on the creation of a new concept of urban electric bicycle. They wanted to give as much importance to the form as to the function. That’s why the bicycle oh!bike has a unique style. An accurate design and special care to the last detail.

Oh!bike is comfortable for all types of people due to its ergonomics and dimensions. 2D folding system of handlebars and pedals allowing flat storage and transportation.

Charge and go! Battery perfectly integrated with two USB ports. You can easily extract it for your charging with less than 4 hours and a range of up 50 km.

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Dans sa dernière série Monumental Nobodies, l’artiste australien Matthew Quick peint des images de sculptures célèbres, mais ajoute une touche moderne aux statues classiques en intégrant des références modernes de gadgets et de culture pop.

L’idée de cette série a surgi tandis qu’il méditait sur la tendance de l’Histoire à détruire l’art pour des raisons idéologiques : la démolition des bâtiments, les autodafés de livres et la destruction des statues. Ses peintures sont alors vandalisées d’une manière ironique : « c’est un fil conducteur direct entre ceux qui ont créé des monuments et ceux qui les détruisent : la connexion universelle consiste à laisser une marque », dit-il. « Tous essaient de dire au fond : me voici. J’ai existé. » Profitez davantage de son travail sur son site Web et Instagram.