The Forest House, A Nor Cal Cabin Compound

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Douglas Burnham of Envelope A+D designed this very cool compound of sorts - a cluster of tented cabins on stilts connected by a wood walkway…

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Inside Walled Off: 60 Photos of Banksy’s New Palestine Art Hotel

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In stark contrast to yesterday's hotel post, Banksy has opened a hotel of his own in Palestine and no, it’s not a joke. Walled Off…

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This Seinfeld Set Replica of Jerry’s Apartment Tops my Wish List.

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I am really drawn to architectural miniatures and pop culture / television, so when I saw that an official authentic recreation of Jerry's apartment from…

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Paintings of The Stahl House and Pool by Carrie Graber

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When I first learned of the talented Carrie Graber, I got so excited by her artwork, I wrote an overly ambitious post featuring so many…

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Carrie Graber Paints Pools, Palm Springs Architecture and Women

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Brought to my attention by my friend Araceli Kopiloff, these contemporary oil paintings by artist Carrie Graber combine three of my favorite subjects: Swimming Pools,…

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Mossine and Magni Kalman’s Modern Magnificence in Moscow

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Combine Russian Architecture firm Mossine Partners' modern home in Moscow's most exclusive area with the sophisticated interior design by Los Angeles-based Magni Kalman and look…

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Norway’s Vennesla Library by Helen & Hard Architects

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This modern public library in Vennesla, Norway designed by architects Helen & Hard is a very unique structure constructed using the innovative Glulam wood which…

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One Wild Winery by Philippe Starck and Luc Arsène-Henry [20+ Photos]

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Designer Philippe Starck and architect Luc Arsène-Henry have transformed the Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion into a wild new winery. The modern facility combines tradition and…

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Montecito Residence by Olson Kundig Architects (30+ Photos)

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Take a look at this new concrete, glass and steel home; the Montecito Residence by Olson Kundig Architects. It's no secret I'm an ardent fan of…

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Linley Bespoke Architectural Desks and Boxes Are To Die For.

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Linley is one of the world's finest makers of wood products, furniture and accessories. Chairman David Linley founded the business in 1985 with the aim…

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