Jul 30

Paperfarm conceals home in Taiwan behind perforated "brick veil"

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Exterior of Veil House in Taiwan by Paperfarm

A perforated facade provides light, air and privacy to Veil House, a home in Taiwan that architecture studio Paperfarm designed to reference the area’s history of brick manufacturing.

Located in a dense urban area in Kaohsiung, Veil House meets the client’s desire for airy, open spaces while retaining their privacy from the neighbouring buildings on the tall and narrow site.

Front elevation of Veil House in Taiwan by Paperfarm
Paperfarm has created Veil House in Taiwan

“On narrow streets like the site of Veil House, traditional houses have a large issue with privacy and security, resulting in windows equipped with translucent glass and many with metal security bars,” Jarrett Boor, partner at Paperfarm told Dezeen.

“Our approach with Veil House is a reaction to such privacy concerns,” Boor continued. “However, maintaining the functionality of outdoor spaces where transparency benefitted living conditions was of utmost importance.”

Perforated brick facade
It has a perforated brick facade to provide light, air and privacy

The home’s brick facade, or “veil”, is a nod to the nearby Tangrong Brick Kiln according to Paperfarm.

This former kiln provided bricks for many of the area’s public buildings until its closure in 2002 and it is now used as a tourist attraction and public park.

Garden inside of Veil House in Taiwan by Paperfarm
A central garden sits at the base of an atrium

On Veil House’s ground floor, a covered entrance area and a garage buffer the home from the street, leading into a foyer with a staircase, elevator and “urban garden”.

This central garden sits at the base of an atrium that cuts through all four of the home’s floors. It is overlooked by small balconies and metal slatted screens lining the bedrooms and living areas.

A large kitchen, living and dining area occupies the first floor, above which are three floors of bedrooms. The main bedroom on the third floor opens onto a private loggia.

Between the brick veil and the interior, full-height areas of glazing with openable windows and sliding doors allow air to flow through the building, with the central atrium facilitating cross ventilation.

Slatted aluminium screens
The atrium is lined with small balconies and metal-slatted screens

“Programmatically, this atrium is the engine of the house,” said Paperfarm.

“It is an urban garden on the ground floor, on the bedroom’s balconies it is a lightwell introducing natural illuminance into the rooms, it is an airshaft for cross ventilation with the brick veil at the front facade, and it is a connector that ties circulation and program together across multiple floors.”

White stairwell with green staircase inside Veil House
The interiors have a pared-back material palette

A pared-back material palette was chosen for Veil House’s interiors to focus attention on the facade, with pale wooden carpentry and white walls enlivened by colourful terrazzo floor finishes in the kitchen and stairwell.

Kaohsiung was also the site of a recent residential project by Atelier Gratia, which created a courtyard home that was informed by origami. Elsewhere in Taiwan, MVRDV recently completed a food market in Tainan and StudioX4 created a cavernous meditation space in Taipei.

The photography is by Daniel Yao.

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Jul 30

Ten homes featuring clever wine storage solutions

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Maison du Parc by La Shed Architecture

For those who don’t want to keep their wine collection hidden away, our latest lookbook showcases some of the most inventive ways of showcasing wine bottles within a contemporary home interior.

Wine storage solutions can be created in homes of any size, by cleverly integrating shelving into wall niches or built-in furniture.

For those with enough space for a wine cellar, or even just a dedicated wine fridge, well-designed glazing and lighting can turn these spaces into focal points.

A more casual wine drinker could simply slot a small wine rack into a kitchen island or bookshelf.

Read on for 10 examples to suit homes of any size, including a wine cellar that doubles as a lightbox and a blue wine-rack wall.

This is the latest in Dezeen’s lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from our archive. Other recent editions showcase serene bedrooms and wood-panelled dining rooms.

Wine room in Maison du Parc by La Shed Architecture
Photo by Maxime Brouillet

Maison du Parc, Canada, by La Shed Architecture

Visible from both the staircase and a grand basement bathroom, this wine room was designed to be a key feature in a three-storey home in Montreal.

With frosted glass walls and stark lighting, it makes the bottles visible but partially obscured. They appear as a grid of spots across the surfaces of the bright white volume.

Find out more about Maison du Parc ›

Wine rack in AML Apartment by David Ito Architecture
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AML Apartment, Brazil, by David Ito Arquitetura

Bright blue wine storage extends floor to ceiling in this apartment in São Paulo, lining up exactly with a doorway in front.

The wine rack sits alongside a utility area but it is also visible from the living and dining room, so it made sense to make it a feature. It offers space for 108 wine bottles.

Find out more about AML Apartment ›

Kitchen island in Gallery House Stoke Newington by Neil Dusheiko Architects
Photo by Agnese Sanvito

Gallery House, UK, by Neil Dusheiko

Wine bottles are not the primary focus in this kitchen extension in north London, which features an entire wall of treasured objects including ceramics, glassware and framed pictures.

Instead, they neatly slot into 10 circular cubby holes within the oak kitchen island. These holes extend through, creating room for two bottles in each opening.

Find out more about Gallery House ›

Pantry with wine shelves in Casa em Cotia by Una Arquitetos
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Casa em Cotia, Brazil, by Una Arquitetos

The kitchen of this family home in São Paulo centres around a full-height glass-fronted pantry, offering plenty of storage space for food and crockery.

Wine storage is located within the front cupboard, slotted in underneath shelves for mugs and glasses. This places it within easy access of the adjacent dining room.

Find out more about Casa em Cotia ›

Wine storage in City Beach residence in Perth by Design Theory
Photo by Jack Lovel

City Beach Residence, Australia, by Design Theory

Hexagonal terracotta modules are stacked up to create storage space for 50 wine bottles in this renovated 1960s beach house in Perth.

The arrangement slots into a niche in the wall, with the clay-based material helping to keep the wine at a stable temperature.

Find out more about City Beach Residence ›

Wine storage in Raft Loft by Dash Marshall
Photo by Mark Wickens

Raft Loft, USA, by Dash Marshall

There is plenty of space for storing wine in this two-level home in New York‘s Tribeca, which was converted from two previously separate apartments.

In addition to the main kitchen, the residence has a kitchenette that features both a wine fridge and a wine rack that slots in above the wall-mounted high cupboards.

Find out more about Raft Loft ›

Photo by Dror Baldinger

Ski Slope Residence, USA, by LaRue Architects and Britt Design Group

The owners of this lakeside cabin in Austin, Texas, also own a vineyard in Argentina, so they were understandably keen to put their wine collection on full display.

A wine room takes pride of place near the main entrance. It is visible behind a glass door that extends from floor to ceiling, creating an unusual backdrop to a grand piano.

Find out more about Ski Slope Residence ›

Wine rack in Charred House kitchen
Photo by Adam Scott

Charred House, UK, by Rider Stirland Architects

In this London home, wine storage forms part of a bespoke kitchen created by Plykea, a British brand that specialises in customising IKEA kitchens.

The bottles are held in place by simple supports that sit within a series of shelves, offering space for 30 bottles.

Find out more about Charred House ›

Wine rack in Salva46 by Miel Arquitectos and Studio P10
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Salva46, Spain, by Miel Arquitectos and Studio P10

Storage helps to organise the floor plan in this highly compact Barcelona apartment.

A very simple wood-framed wine rack slots alongside a set of drawers, which together create a soft divide between the entrance lobby and the kitchen.

Find out more about Salva46 ›

Soho Loft by Julian King
Photo by Michael Moran and Julian King Architect

Soho Loft, USA, by Julian King

This warehouse apartment in New York offers a highly simple wine storage solution.

The living space features a series of shelves that together form a sizeable bookcase. A wooden rack slots into the bottom shelf, allowing wine to sit alongside the literature.

Find out more about Soho Loft ›

This is the latest in Dezeen’s lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from our archive. Other recent editions showcase serene bedrooms and wood-panelled dining rooms.

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Jul 30

The Master's Pupil is a hand-painted video game informed by Monet's artworks

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Still from The Master's Pupil game by Pat Naoum with a Claude Monet painting

Game developer Pat Naoum has launched a video game with backgrounds, creatures and scenery entirely painted by hand, which took seven years to complete.

Available on Nintendo Switch and Steam for Windows and Mac, The Master’s Pupil is a 12-level puzzle-adventure game that explores a painterly world through the eyes of French artist Claude Monet.

Still from hand-painted The Master's Pupil video game by Pat Naoum with a Claude Monet painting
Players discover paintings by Monet throughout the game

Naoum painted every background and element seen in the game with acrylic paints on paper before scanning them with a high-resolution film negative scanner.

“The paintings themselves are quite small, the green vines only about five millimetres high, so I used very small brushes along with a wet palette,” Naoum told Dezeen. “They were so small, they kept being fuzzy when I used a camera, but the scanner captured more detail than I could even see.”

Still from The Master's Pupil game by Pat Naoum
Everything in the video game was hand-painted

The expressive brushstrokes and handmade quality of the game aims to set it apart from other digital games, which are typically rendered with digital tools.

“I think it creates a sense of realism to the game,” said Naoum. “It’s not at all ‘realistic graphics’, but it feels tangible and real, and quite different from a lot of digital styles.”

Still from a hand-painted video game by Pat Naoum with a Claude Monet painting
The Master’s Pupil took seven years to create

Players complete puzzles based on exploring space and colour mixing, experienced from the perspective of “the eyes and life of master artist Claude Monet”.

Recreations of Monet’s artworks were painted by Naoum and are uncovered as backdrops and scenes to explore throughout the game.

“Monet had such an interesting life, and he had cataracts later in life, so he was a perfect fit for the game’s setting and story,” said Naoum.

“I would love for people to experience Monet’s artwork in a different way,” he continued. “It’s one thing to look at his images on a screen or reprinted on an umbrella, but to run through them, to help build some of them and to look at them in a unique way is wonderful.”

Still from The Master's Pupil game by Pat Naoum with a Claude Monet painting
The game was informed by the life and works of Monet

The Master’s Pupil is the first game Naoum developed and took him seven years to complete. He began creating the game while working full-time before receiving a grant from Screen Australia, which allowed him to dedicate all his time to completing it.

According to Naoum, learning to code was the biggest obstacle when creating the game.

Still from a hand-painted video game by Pat Naoum
The Master’s Pupil is a puzzle adventure game

“The first three years were learning to code, coming up with the story and designs, and establishing a vertical slice,” he said.

“I’m such a visual person – paint on a page makes sense, but writing code to effect something abstract was very alien to me.”

Other video games that have been published on Dezeen include a retro-style game released by Louis Vuitton and a selection of video games that use architecture to heighten the player experience, which feature in the Videogame Atlas book.

The images are by Pat Naoum.

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Jul 30

INMO Air2 smart AR wireless glasses are posed as the Apple Vision Pro’s affordable option

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Augmented reality is the future of how we interact with our gadgets, and the surprise launch of Apple Vision Pro is a testament to this fact. While VR headsets come with a grave disadvantage of being bulky and ridden with wired connections, smart glasses seem to nullify this ergonomic disadvantage with their sleek design and aesthetics.

The BMW ConnectedRide glasses for safe motoring; or the mainstream AR glasses like Razer Anzu, Rokid Air and Ray-Ban Stories are good references of where we are headed to. Now Air2 AR wireless glasses by Shenzen-based company INMO wants to change the dynamics of what smart glasses should be, and how users interact with them. All this at an affordable price tag that should interest you!

Designer: INMO

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The frames of these smart glasses are a bit thick for a retro appeal and the overall build quality is nice. Weighting less than 100 grams courtesy of the plastic and aluminum material, these smart glasses do look well built. This is a very important attribute since we are talking about a long duration of use without compromising comfort in practical circumstances.

Under those seemingly normal pair of glasses is a micro-OLED display (640×400 pixels) that feels like a floating projector screen to the user. This makes them good for watching video content but they aren’t preferred for text content like reading blog articles. That said, the content can be navigated with touch gestures on the arms and for other controls there are two buttons below them. There are two speakers that beam audio downwards for crisp audio delivery but can be a tad loud to disturb others in your vicinity. INMO has also fitted a low-resolution camera that isn’t great, so we’ll take a skip.

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ChatGPT Intelligent Assistant

Talking of the specifications the Air2 wireless glasses have a four-core 1.8GHz ZiGuang ZhanRui AI chip, mated to 2GB of RAM and 32GB of ROM. The glasses also get cellular connectivity, GPS and Bluetooth 5.0 for more options. On a single full charge of around two hours (pretty long duration), the smart glasses last about 70-120 minutes and if you keep the media consumption down to normal you can extract some more time from the 500mAh battery.

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Jul 30

This sleek shape-shifting bike bonds with its rider like “Tsaheylu” – the neural connection showed in Avatar

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Your bike is an extension of your personality, exemplifying the deep emotion of man and machine connection. But it sets new precedence if that bond is like “Tsaheylu” – the deep psychic relationship between Na’vi and the native animals of Pandora.

The Project M³ concept motorbike with its ingrained biomimicry principle is for motorheads who perceive their set of wheels not just to be a mere tool for an adrenaline-inducing rush but to have an emotional bonding with the machine. This electric bike of the future achieves what mere immortals could only muster up in their dreams!

Designer: Richard Huang

The two-wheeler’s basic body form is inspired by one of the most intelligent and quaint creatures, the dolphin. The electric motor onboard is charged via the blowhole-like nose, giving it a very lifelike presence. The cute character is mirrored in the toothed wheel rims and the front headlights section too. It’s more like an aquatic animal morphed into a machine to now be a non-aquatic speed demon.

The motorbike is made from shape-memory alloy that adjusts the aerodynamic performance by altering the vehicle’s body form. For instance, during high-speed driving the body becomes more compact and streamlined, thereby reducing air resistance. On the other hand, at low speeds, the body expands to provide better stability and traction. So, the rider is constantly experiencing the machine as an alive creature.

To elevate the feeling during low-speed driving, the vehicle’s lights will slowly flicker like a quiet and slow heartbeat. As the speed increases, the rhythm and color of the light flashing will change to resemble an accelerated heartbeat. This alive design not only adds a sense of dynamism to the bike but also enhances its visibility to other motorists during nighttime to prevent any accidents.

Unlike other concept designers who limit their automotive designs to the 3D-rendered world, this one has a 1:1 real-life version too. That effort to carve the physical model for real should increase this concept bike’s probability of getting a beating heart one day!


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Jul 30

MagSafe compatible iPhone gaming controller makes gameplay precise and charging effortless

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Hey iPhone gaming enthusiasts! Are you ready to take your mobile gaming experience to a new level? If you’ve ever wished to play your favorite console games on your iPhone, you’re in for a treat.

Thanks to the rise of cloud gaming, you can now delve into the worlds of impressive game titles right from your latest iPhone! To be your perfect gaming companion on that journey is the PocketPlay, a game controller designed to enhance the gaming adventure for iPhone users.

Designer: Ethan Chiang

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For a true gaming enthusiast, the convenience of playing on your iPhone is unbeatable, but the limitations of touchscreen controls have often left us yearning for something more. To that accord, iPhone gaming controllers have become an essential tool for avid gamers who crave precise controls.

These savvy gamers can now enjoy the advantages of proper controls, while others struggle with pesky touchscreens, by embracing the PocketPlay. It’s developed by combining the best aspects of other renowned controllers on the market, mimicking the established ergonomic grips of the Razer Kishi V2 and the Backbone One – with of course, subtle distinctions worth noting.

PocketPlay is sleek and innovative. Result of unwavering 3D modeling and rendering, PocketPlay is completely foldable and rotatable for easy transport and gameplay. Simply fold and slide it into your pocket or bag, and you’re good to go! Never again will you have to worry about lugging around bulky gaming gear.

D-pad has been a constant for many phone gaming controllers, but not with PocketPlay; the interesting, detachable design replaces it with diagonal buttons for precise control. Moreover, the subtly textured back adds the perfect grip, making every move feel natural and accurate.

PocketPlay makes use of MagSafe tech on the back to allow effortless charging while the iPhone remains fixed to the controller. This not only allows you to charge the game controller and iPhone simultaneously, you can actually do so while immersing yourself in the thrilling game session. If you’re convinced, upgrade your gaming arsenal with PocketPlay. Its compact size and ergonomic design make it a breeze to carry and effective to use, enabling you to transform any place into your gaming haven.

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Jul 30

Microwave’s Get a Fresh New Upgrade With A Sliding Design to Promote Intuitive Cooking

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In a world where form and functionality go hand in hand, the NEVO Microwave Oven stands out as a masterpiece of design and innovation. Resembling an upgraded IKEA or ACE toolbox at first glance, this unique microwave is perfect for modern homes designed with an industrial aesthetic. However, don’t be fooled by its appearance; it’s not just any ordinary toolbox, but a cutting-edge microwave that redefines cooking convenience and simplicity.

Designer: Jignesh Pradhan

The NEVO Microwave Oven is a result of a creative vision aimed at streamlining traditional cooking methods and simplifying the user experience. The microwave boasts an intuitive user interface that makes operation and control easier than ever before. Navigating through a plethora of complicated options can be daunting for many microwave users. The NEVO Microwave Oven eliminates this confusion with its thoughtfully designed touch user interface. By offering a limited yet essential set of options, the microwave ensures that you can effortlessly control its functions. With just a few touches, you can quickly set the desired cooking time and power level, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your meal preparation.

When it comes to baking, many of us prefer to have a clear view of the meal’s top to understand if it’s done to perfection. The NEVO Microwave Oven comes with a see-through top, providing the freedom to observe and gauge the condition of the meal inside. This feature is aided with a built-in camera on top which is particularly useful when the microwave is placed at a height, as it allows you to view the cooking process from the screen in the front.

We’ve all experienced the frustration of using a microwave to heat beverages like tea or coffee, only to have them overflow from the cup, creating a mess inside the microwave. The NEVO Microwave Oven addresses this common issue with its top view feature to prevent any messy accidents, ensuring a hassle-free cooking experience.

One of the standout features of the NEVO Microwave Oven is its side-opening mechanism. Unlike conventional microwaves that allow access from just one side, this microwave is accessible from the top and front and back sides when opened, providing unparalleled accessibility. This feature is a game-changer, especially for those with limited mobility or tight kitchen spaces. However, it’s worth considering the counter space it occupies, which might not be ideal for users with minimal kitchen real estate.

Have you ever wished your microwave could make your food look more appetizing? The NEVO Microwave Oven makes that wish a reality with its strip LED light feature. The LED light uniformly illuminates the entire interior of the microwave, enhancing the visual appeal of your dishes. Whether you’re heating leftovers or preparing a gourmet meal, the LED illumination elevates the culinary experience to new heights.

The NEVO Microwave Oven is a remarkable blend of industrial aesthetics and intuitive cooking features. With its top-down cooking view, innovative side-opening design, LED illumination, and user-friendly interface, it brings a new level of convenience and elegance to the kitchen. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast or someone who simply enjoys a quick meal, the NEVO Microwave Oven is sure to delight you with its sleek design and practical functionality. Embrace the future of cooking with NEVO!

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Jul 29

Store Away All Your Mess Very Attractively With this Funky Storage Unit

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If you’re looking for the missing element in your space, you’ve arrived at the right place! In the world of art and design, creativity knows no bounds, and one project that exemplifies this sentiment is the mesmerizing furniture piece titled “Funky.” Bursting with colors, vibrancy, and unique artistic touch, this collection is a testament to its creator’s boundless imagination and skill. As the name suggests, “Funky” isn’t your regular storage unit; it’s here to add an eclectic element to your home, sparking conversations and personifying itself as a comical and animated visual character.

Designer: Pavel Vetrov

“Funky” is not just a piece of furniture; it’s a statement. Designed with artistic flair, it dares to break away from conventional design norms and instead embraces a vivid and spirited personality. This storage unit becomes the centerpiece of any room it graces, capturing attention and drawing people in to discover its playful character.

Imagine hosting a gathering with friends, and as conversation lulls, all eyes turn to “Funky.” Its vibrant presence becomes an engaging topic, and before you know it, everyone is sharing their interpretations and stories inspired by this whimsical creation. It has a magical ability to enliven any space and create an atmosphere encouraging laughter and camaraderie.

The perfect harmony between vibrant colors and neutrals is a hallmark of “Funky’s” design. Each element complements the other, enhancing the piece’s visual appeal without overwhelming the senses. The colors are strategically selected to evoke feelings of joy and excitement while remaining versatile enough to fit into various interior styles.

Whether your home decor leans towards contemporary, bohemian, or eclectic, “Funky” effortlessly integrates into the ambiance, adding a touch of artistic charm that elevates the overall aesthetic. It doesn’t demand attention; instead, it naturally draws the eye with its captivating and harmonious color scheme.

The unit’s form achieves a perfect balance with pieces protruding on varied axes. A slightly elevated ovular top acts as a pedestal for timeless decor, while a vertical front breaks away from conventional rectangular units, adding a unique touch to its design.

One of the most appealing aspects of “Funky” is its versatility. It’s not just a one-trick pony; rather, it is designed to adapt to different needs and preferences. This multipurpose storage unit can serve as a console table in your entryway, a stylish TV unit in the living room, an enclosed bar unit for entertaining guests, or even a buffet table to complement your dining style. Talk about the kids’ room? nothing could be better!

This adaptability makes “Funky” a valuable addition to any home, as it can evolve alongside your lifestyle and changing needs. Whether you’re looking for a functional piece to organize your belongings or a conversation starter that adds personality to your space, “Funky” has you covered.

Understanding that individual tastes vary greatly, “Funky” is available in three distinct combinations of color palettes. Whether you lean towards bold and vibrant tones, prefer serene and calming hues, or love a fusion of both worlds, you can choose the variant that best suits your vibe and personality.

These color options allow homeowners to personalize their space further, tailoring “Funky” to seamlessly align with their unique style and preferences. From vibrant and playful to sophisticated and chic, “Funky” caters to a diverse range of tastes, making it an ideal choice for a wide audience.

So, if you’re looking to add an element of whimsy and artistic charm to your home, “Funky” is undoubtedly the furniture for you. Embrace its eccentricity, infuse your space with vibrant colors, and let its animated personality light up your home like never before. “Funky” is more than just a piece of furniture; it’s a vibrant expression of creativity that will leave a lasting impression on all who encounter it.

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Jul 29

Ivy Studio converts historic bank building into offices for Montreal ad agency

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The offices that Montreal’s Ivy Studio has designed for digital advertising agency Cardigan include a mesh-wrapped mezzanine and a “futuristic” basement within a former bank building.

For Cardigan‘s expanding team, Ivy Studio has renovated a stone building that was built as a bank in 1907, in the Rosemont area of Montreal.

Steel mesh mezzanine within historic bank building
Ivy Studio inserted a steel mesh mezzanine inside the historic bank building to provide additional space

The structure has had many uses, including most recently a religious establishment, and boasts plenty of historic architectural details.

While the upper floor is a residential condo, Cardigan occupies 1,250 square feet (116 square metres) across the ground and basement levels – spaces with very different ceiling heights and light conditions.

Steel mesh partitions beside an oak staircase and counter
The mesh was painted white to accentuate the bright and airy feel in the office space

“One of the main challenges of working with the building was the contrasting ceiling heights between each floor,” said Ivy Studio. “This made the spacial blocking very important at the start of the project.”

To benefit from the 16.5 foot (5 metres) clearance and abundance of natural light, all the workstations are positioned on the ground level.

Glass-walled phone booth behind steel mesh
Under the mezzanine sit multiple phone booths and meeting rooms

However, the floor plate was not sufficient to accommodate all 25 employees as well as meeting rooms, so the studio took advantage of the ceiling height and added a mezzanine.

This addition was placed in a corner to avoid blocking the arched windows, and was painted entirely white to accentuate the bright and airy atmosphere of the space.

Large arched windows in office space
During the renovation, the building’s large arched windows were fully uncovered to let in more light

The structure is made from perforated steel mesh, allowing light to enter the phone booths and meeting rooms tucked underneath, and a gap was left between the mesh and the glass partitions behind to make space for planters.

Additional workstations are located on top of the mezzanine, which is curved at its corner. “The newly-built mezzanine structure interprets the curves of the existing space without competing with them,” Ivy Studio said.

To let even more light in, the boarded window arches were reopened to their original form, while the parquet flooring was replaced with natural oak to retain the warmth.

Meanwhile, in the basement, low ceiling heights and a lack of windows called for an entirely contrasting strategy.

“It is a different universe of its own,” said Ivy Studio, which took a “futuristic, in your face” approach to the sub-grade space.

Baby blue kitchen with orange portal on one side and mirror on the other
In the windowless basement, a contrasting “futuristic” aesthetic was chosen

This level accommodates the bathrooms, kitchen, lounge and storage, and features a mix of plastered ceilings, ceramic walls and epoxy floors.

In the kitchen, all of the surfaces are coloured baby blue, while the adjacent bathroom block is completely grey.

Blue kitchen with orange room beyond
The spaces are colour-blocked to heighten their visual impact

Across the kitchen island, a circular mirror faces an opening that’s exactly the same shape and leads into a room painted in orange.

“The spaces are all monochromatic, to increase the visual impact of their intense colors but also help camouflage the imperfections of the existing building,” said Ivy Studio.

Baby blue kitchen with stainless steel island and backsplash
Baby blue and stainless steel cover the kitchen

The office’s levels are linked by two staircases: an older one made from wood and a newer minimal design that emerges from under an arched portico.

Both are painted navy blue and are intended to reflect Cardigan’s contradicting “hard-working yet playful values”.

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The adjacent bathroom is executed entirely in grey

Ivy Studio’s portfolio of projects in its home city spans from workspaces and restaurants, to a spinning studio and a dry cleaners.

Recently completed interiors by the firm include a creative hub populated with pink and purple elements, and a renovated eatery that was damaged in a fire.

The photography is by Alex Lesage.

Project credits:

Design and architecture: Ivy Studio
Construction: Group Manovra

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Jul 29

London South Bank University presents 10 architecture student projects

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Dezeen School Shows: a museum redevelopment project informed by the history of animation is included in Dezeen’s latest school show by students at London South Bank University.

Also included is cohabiting development that features an underwater data centre and a live-work apartment block that provides space for residents working in the fashion industry to display their designs.

London South Bank University

Institution: London South Bank University
School: School of The Build Environment and Architecture
Courses: BA (Hons) Architecture (full-time), BA (Hons) Architecture (part-time), BA Architecture (architectural assistant apprenticeship), MArch Architecture (full-time), MArch Architecture (part-time) and MArch Architecture (architect apprenticeship)
Tutors: Spyridon Kaprinis, Daniel Tang, Carlene Prince, Carlos Sanchez, Calista Stewart, Steve Bowkett, Yakim Milev, Andrea Tiberi, Elisavet Hasa, Larry Allison, Malorzata Starzynska, Adamos Papakonstantinou, Asem Al Bunni, Kira Ariskina, Spyridon Kaprinis, Daniel Wing Hang Tang, Ioana Petkova, Valerio Massaro, Monika Jociute, Liam Bedwell, Elham Valikhani, Jonathan Bush, Bandele Olubodun, Marco Vanucci, Federico Rossi, Anna Muzychak, Teoman Ayas, Seda Zirek, Kazeem Awotunde and Yianna Moustaka

School statement:

“Our accredited highly-creative degree offers students a wide foundation of architectural knowledge. You will learn to draw, model, write and, above all, define and solve problems with a genuine social purpose and directly improve people’s lives.

“Students study in detail the exploration of design, review histories and theories of architecture, be introduced to the necessary skills for professional practice, and investigate structures, construction, and design for sustainability.

“First year welcomes everyone into a large studio space, which is then divided into groups working on principles of architectural design and creative practices.

“Year one design studio focuses on sketching, model-making, drawing, and site and building visits. Once you have completed your first year of study, you’ll have a range of design studios to choose from, where you learn about the many different approaches to architecture and design whilst working with your peers and independently.

“In year two, you will work on three architectural design projects throughout the year, each with specific themes and context for you to research and explore.

“In year three, you will engage with more complex design studio projects with more time to resolve detailed design solutions linked to technology and structures.

“London South Bank University architecture is about allowing you as a student to determine your own interests and find your individual voice. When you graduate, you’ll receive your RIBA Part 1 and be ready to start the first stage of professional practical experience in an office before progressing to RIBA Part 2 postgraduate study.”

Animation still cuts of a museum for cinema

Captured Visions – Capture the Moment by Rory Thrush

“This year, BA Studio Six engaged with the mediums of photography and film. The final year brief focused on Kennington’s Cinema Museum, a culture house located in an old workhouse of significant heritage value in London.

“As the site faces redevelopment, the studio explored visions of a museum for cinema, itself at risk of extinction due to waning popularity caused by the pandemic and the rise of online platforms.

“Thrush investigated the evolution of animation, focusing on light and colour. The scheme is a playful yet bold intervention, glorifying the architectural typology of cinema while respecting the existing asset on the site.”

Student: Rory Thrush
Course: BA Architecture (architectural assistant apprenticeship)
Tutors: Jonathan Bush and Bandele Olubodun
Email: thrushr[at]lsbu.ac.uk

3D diagrammatic visualisations of an automated factory for electric car production

Factory Future by Jake Wilson

“Factory Future proposes the development of a new automated factory for the production of electric vehicles in the city of Pesaro, Italy.

“The project takes advantage of Pesaro’s strategic position that lies within the trade route of the New Silk Road. Thus, the proposal establishes an economic and cultural link between Europe and the Far East.

“It proposes the development of a large-scale intervention or ‘superblock’ that functions as an urban node, an infrastructural and logistics interchange to regenerate the city.

“The project explores the potential of prefabricated components assembled through non-standard custom assembly processes.”

Student: Jake Wilson
Course: MArch Architecture (architect apprenticeship)
Tutors: Marco Vanucci, Federico Rossi and Anna Muzycha
Email: wilsoj36[at]lsbu.ac.uk

Visualisation of a cross-disciplinary hub in London, England.

Inspiration Hub by Rafael António Nanques Teixeira

“Located in London Bridge, England, Inspiration Hub is accessible and holds landmark value, aligning with long-term goals of creating affordable co-working workspaces.

“The design approach prioritises upcycling and circular economy principles to minimise its carbon footprint.

“The former city hall will transform into a cross-disciplinary hub, fostering interactions among professionals with research and creative facilities.

“The aim is to create an innovative, nature-inspired space promoting cross-sector collaboration and cultural celebration. Thermal insulation and gap filling are achieved using composite panels made of agricultural bio waste.

“This project envisions becoming London’s living room, an affordable workspace and inspiration hub for the proactive London community.”

Student: Rafael António Nanques Teixeira
Course: MArch Architecture (Architect Apprenticeship)
Tutors: Teoman Ayas and Seda Zirek
Email: nanquesr[at]lsbu.ac.uk

Board showing architectural sketches, diagrams and visualisation of a data centre

Temple of Knowledge by Albert Boborodov

“The Theatropolis Dissonance project seeks to transform human consciousness and accelerate the realisation of Paolo Soleri’s arcology concept.

“Meanwhile, the Temple of Knowledge emphasises that gaining knowledge is a dynamic process that evolves over time.

“Each floor of the proposal is signified by a change in how we intake data – analogue signal, digital, wireless and virtual.

“The roof features rainwater collection systems that cool the central machine and uses solar battery technology to generate solar energy.

“At the heart of the design lies an urbanised data centre that arranges key components vertically for easy public access.”

Student: Albert Boborodov
Course: MArch Architecture
Tutors: Kazeem Awotunde, Andrea Tiberi, Adamos Papakonstantinou and Yianna Moustaka
Email: aboarchitects[at]outlook.com

Board showing architectural drawing and visualisations of a shelter for smokers and former smokers with descriptive text

The Hide by Alexandra Szal

“Situated within the borders of the newly established London South Bank University hub, The Hide is a shelter for smokers and former smokers.

“This project will create a space for them to gather and share their quitting stories while gaining and offering support without judgement.

“Blending within its newly refurbished environment, the canopy design evolved by extrapolating the four-petal formation of the hydrangea flower that thrives in alkali soil, enriched by cigarette ash and honed by the sequential mapping of smoke data.

“The organic woven bamboo shelters define the existing concrete borders of the low-level planting surrounds while bringing a beacon to the area that provides a stable place to pause, observe and reflect.”

Student: Alexandra Szal
Course: BA (Hons) Architecture
Tutors: Carlene Prince, Carlos Sanchez and Calista Stewart
Email: szala[at]lsbu.ac.uk

Visualisation of an adaptive solar centre

Southwark’s Adaptive Solar Centre by Tilly Brown

“Southwark’s Adaptive Solar Centre aims to set a benchmark for new ways of addressing the energy crisis through architecture and planning.

“It aims to reach numerous user groups that have been directly impacted by the energy crisis to inspire, research and adapt current design solutions.

“The centre will be powered using renewable sources, such as solar energy, that have been carefully selected and integrated into the fabric of the building.

“By creating spaces for all ages to be educated on the importance of overcoming this crisis now, there is a better chance for future generations to continue the sustainability movement.”

Student: Tilly Brown
Course: BA (Hons) Architecture
Tutors: Adamos Papakonstantinou, Asem Al Bunni and Kira Ariskina
Email: tillyrbrown[at]gmail.com

Visualisation of a hybrid working-technology hub

Print Stream by Rob Atkins

“Located in London’s Silvertown Quays, this proposal introduces a hybrid working-technology hub as part of the area’s wider regeneration agenda.

“The programme re-centres the focus onto the Royal Docks within the local and wider community.

“What if all future products could originate from one 3D printer, with the Print Stream intervention facilitating the design, development, manufacture, testing and sale of products for emerging designers and creative freelancers?

“The prevalence and versatility that this technology will have going forward will equip the local and wider areas with the means to adapt to the ever-changing economic climate.”

Student: Rob Atkins
Course: BA Architecture (architectural assistant apprenticeship)
Tutors: Spyridon Kaprinis and Daniel Wing Hang Tang
Email: rob9atkins[at]googlemail.com

Illustrated section drawing of a live-work apartment

House of Textile by Emily Kajdi

“House of Textile is a housing project that explores reusing and upcycling clothes and textiles.

“It provides four live-work apartments with shared studio spaces to allow for collaboration between residents.

“The apartments will surround a central staircase with washing lines hanging down the core, allowing for a sustainable way to dry clothes while creating a display of fashion and fabric.

“A community textile workshop is located on the ground floor, with transforming walls opening onto the landscape where you will find vegetable growing beds and benches that can transform into market stalls for local crafters.”

Student: Emily Kajdi
Course: BA (Hons) Architecture
Tutors: Ioana Petkova and Valerio Massaro
Email: emily.sophia[at]hotmail.co.uk

Visualisation of a cohabiting development

The Human Network by Anthony Thrower

“The Human Network is a proposal for a new type of community, aiming to weave together the fabric of human connections, energy and social equality.

“The project is located in Tower Hamlet, London, and is designed to be a flexible, modular cohabiting development.

“The project uses innovative yet sustainable technologies, including an underwater data centre neatly wrapped in a landscape facade that allows a biodiverse ecosystem to develop.

“The Human Network is a bold proposal for a new society that has the potential to transform the way we think about data, energy and social equality.”

Student: Anthony Thrower
Course: BA (Hons) Architecture
Tutors: Elham Valikhani and Elisavet Hasa
Email: anthonythrower7[at]gmail.com

Scale physical model of a building for discussing politics and economics of Hackney Wick, England

Hackney Wick, The Centre of Solution by Thomas Dickason

“The project began with an architectural folly that responds to the political and economic challenges of the site and its surroundings.

“It later evolved into The Centre of Solution, where the aim shifted from expressing the problems and discontent in Hackney Wick, England, to devising a scheme to address them.

“This involved the creation of a political debate space and a speakeasy area, providing platforms for both formal and informal discussions.

“Additionally, existing site buildings were repurposed to accommodate workshops, further enhancing the project’s functionality and impact.”

Student: Thomas Dickason
Course: BA (Hons) Architecture
Tutors: Monika Jociute and Liam Bedwell
Email: tdickason[at]icloud.com

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