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Mexico City’s earthquake-hit areas at risk of becoming “a paradise for developers”

November 2, 2017 Dan Howarth 0

The reconstruction of Mexico City following its deadly earthquake needs urgent regulation to prevent developers spoiling the character of historic neighbourhoods, says architect and Design Week Mexico director Emilio Cabrero. Cabrero called for new zoning laws to be enacted before developers rush in to replace the approximately 38 buildings that collapsed in the city, and

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More Than Your Average Mum (11 photos)

November 2, 2017 Lauren Dunec Design 0
It’s easy to write off mums as filler flowers if you’re used to only the daisy-like cut flowers or the ubiquitous pompom-like fall bedding plants. But if you look beyond the common supermarket varieties, mums offer as much — or even more — diversity in color and form than garden favorites like roses,…

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Holmen Aquatics Center / ARKIS architects

November 2, 2017 Daniel Tapia 0

Holmen Aquatics Center is a continuation of Holmen beach, by protecting and reinforcing the site’s natural qualities. The footprint occupied by the building is replaced with a roof garden that further enhances the experience of the beach with spectacular views.

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Holmen Aquatics Center / ARKIS architects

November 2, 2017 Daniel Tapia 0

Holmen Aquatics Center is a continuation of Holmen beach, by protecting and reinforcing the site’s natural qualities. The footprint occupied by the building is replaced with a roof garden that further enhances the experience of the beach with spectacular views.

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A Luxurious Home Interior with Pretty, Muted Pastel Colors

November 2, 2017 HD Staff 0

While we may often think of pastel colors as appropriate for nurseries or children’s rooms, the truth is they can take on a much more mature feel in the hands of the right team. In this home, from the visualizers at VizLine Studio, pastels are no longer the territory of little girls. Instead, this high-end […]

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A Luxurious Home Interior with Pretty, Muted Pastel Colors

November 2, 2017 HD Staff 0

While we may often think of pastel colors as appropriate for nurseries or children’s rooms, the truth is they can take on a much more mature feel in the hands of the right team. In this home, from the visualizers at VizLine Studio, pastels are no longer the territory of little girls. Instead, this high-end […]

Carmody Groarke wins approval for skyscraper in London’s Paddington

November 2, 2017 Jessica Mairs 0

Architecture studio Carmody Groarke has received planning permission for a 20-storey hotel tower in London’s Paddington, as the area readies itself for the opening of a new Crossrail station. Carmody Groarke’s design for developer British Land will see a 113-metre-high hotel tower built on Sheldon Square. The design, which was approved by Westminster council planners last week, will replace the

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