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The Whitby Opens In NYC
Taking center stage on Manhattan’s pulsing Upper Midtown scene, The Whitby is Firmdale Hotels’ second outing in New York, and a fitting creative bookend to its ever-popular Crosby Street Hotel in the heart of SoHo. Situated on West 56th Street at 5th Avenue, The Whitby is surrounded by world-class restaurants, boutiques, and museums, and is set to become a destination to rival any of it illustrious neighbors thanks to the Firmdale Hotels Co-owner and Design Director Kit Kemp’s award-winning design.
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Issue 98
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The New Serpenti
From the recent Baselworld 2017, it is clear that Bulgari is redesigning and redefining the aesthetic codes when it comes to injecting a waft of fresh air into the blueprint of the Serpenti collection.
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Issue 98
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Tribute To Craftsmanship
The commanding presence of the latest Nathan Yong Collection for ipse ipsa ipsum pulsates. The many eye-catching pieces, from highly customisable Udaipur Sofa to the architecturally inspired Mahal mirrors take you on a cultural journey in the eyes of the Nathan Yong and the brand’s design ethos. There is a rich story behind each piece, evident through the meticulous details and the kind of finishing used.
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Issue 98
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Reinventing Farm Living
Striking a balance between nature and modern interventions, Rumah Tebing harvests the best of its surroundings in response to the tropical climate, geographical context and the natural code of aesthetics.
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Issue 98
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Made to Contain
Inspired by containers, a homestay finds its unique charm blushing the lush agronomic landscapes of Sekinchan.
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Issue 94
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Geometric Diorama
A sporty sense of playfulness wafts into a handsomely juxtaposed house, home to a well-known international sportsman.
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Issue 94
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Freedom of Space
Set in the hills of Geneva, Elle Maison blurs the boundary between manmade spaces and nature.
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Issue 94
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Comfort In The Bathroom
The toilet goes high-tech to provide greater comfort and convenience to modern-day users.
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Issue 106
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Staying Cool
This Corner Terrace Successfully Overcomes The Challenge Of Being In The Path Of The Afternoon Sun.
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Issue 106
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Meet And Eat
The design of this restaurant perfectly captures its intention of encouraging omnivores to gather and feast.
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Issue 106
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Dense And Complex
After 27 months of construction, Funan has reopened.
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Issue 111
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Architecture And Affordable Housing
With careful planning and sustainable means, designing homes at reasonable prices can be realised and offered to the masses.
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Issue 111
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Mediating Land And Sea
Submerged within the sand dunes of a beach resort community in Hebei, China, UCCA Dune Art Museum by OPEN Architecture encourages the appreciation of both art and nature.
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Issue 111
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Off The Beaten Track
Stylish yurt guest rooms and an eco-friendly design makes this new barefoot luxury resort a model hospitality project.
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Issue 111
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Pure Harmony
Sunday* Architects has designed a weekend retreat in southern Thailand in the Mid-century Modern style.
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Issue 111
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New Lease Of Life
A cluster of important historical buildings in Hong Kong undergoes adaptive reuse under the hands of Herzog & de Meuron to become a heritage and arts complex.
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Issue 107
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Encore,Please
This hotel’s design deserves a standing ovation.
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Issue 107
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Breath Of Fresh Air
Originally from Italy and a resident of Singapore for a dozen years, Savina Nicolini is a designer with refreshingly different perspectives.
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Issue 108
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The Terrace House
Greenery is in abundance in this project, despite the plot’s long and narrow footprint.
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Issue 108
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Taking Flight
Inspired by the organic shapes found in the Negev desert, Israel’s Ramon International Airport is a futuristic mirage in an ancient place of passage.
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Issue 111
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Covered In Tradition
Rich tones and refined shades define this new wallpaper collection
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Issue 103
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Loo And Behold
Technology, elegance and functionality come together in a potent mix to create the Antheus collection from Villeroy & Boch.
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Issue 103
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Through The Ages
This bedroom collection is your sturdy companion through time
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Issue 103
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Spring Is Here
Welcome the new season with a green-themed selection of home accessories
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Issue 103
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A New Stone Age
A New Stone Age
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Issue 103
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The Fabric Of Wood
The new Herman Miller Shop-in-Shop at XTRA’s new flagship store at Marina Square, Singapore, is a massive and intriguing structure. Occupying a 20m long by 7m wide space, the continuous surface stretches across the entire site like a sail of tensile fabric, leading the viewer from the low 3m entrance to the lofty 8m glass curtain wall at the other end. Fascinatingly, this structure is made of plywood.
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Issue 97
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​Bringing Out The Best In Design
The best in interiors, design and architecture was once again on show at the exhibition halls of Nord du Villepinte on January 20 to 24 2017 for another season of MAISON&OBJET Paris. With 2,871 exhibitors showing off their latest designs and innovations spread across eight halls, the fair was one of the biggest platforms for industry professionals and buyers to see the latest offerings from established and independent designers from all over the world.
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Issue 97
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An Architect's Vision Come True
With the rise of exclusive wellness retreats and sublime spas, Jean-Michel Gathy, master architect of Aman Sveti Stefan, Montenegro; Amanyara, Turks and Caicos; and Aman Venice Italy shares his design inspiration behind the creation of environments of rejuvenation and relaxation.
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Issue 97
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City Within A City
Spanning three city blocks, Brickell City Centre will soon be home to more than 100 global and local retail brands, showcasing the best Miami has to offer – all in one landmark setting.
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Warehouse Revival
The last conserved warehouse in Singapore now restored wonderfully with a brand new purpose, in true representation of the island’s culture, heritage and context.
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