Legendary architect Frank Gehry has been commissioned by social media giant Facebook for the design of their new campus. The building is rumoured to house the biggest open plan office in the world. The green roofed building will accommodate 2800 engineers on the edge of San Francisco Bay. Construction is set to start early next year. Really looking forward to seeing this one complete!
Archive | August, 2012
AZA 2012 Biennial – Cape Town
28 AugExciting archi happenings in Cape Town when the AZA2012 Biennial Festival kicks off from 13 – 16 September 2012. International speakers are Kibwe Tavares, Enrico Daffonchio, Joe Osae-Addo, Yoshiharu Tsukamoto and Momoyo Kajima(from Atelier Bow-Wow) and David Adjaye.
Check out the complete programme HERE
Floating Home by Steeltec 37
24 AugIs this a dream come true or what? German firm Steeltec 37 has created these ultra sleek floating homes. These compact dwellings are built on unsinkable pontoons and suitable for floating on inland waterways of lakes. The compact structure comprises of one bedroom upstairs and living area below. The entire structure is built from lightweight steel frame and glass. Could certainly wake up to this every morning. We love it!
Pictures from various sources.
More HERE
Vibe Design Group’s Stable Home in Diamond Creek Australia
21 AugI have said it before and I will say it again – the Australians are masters at using steel roof sheeting as both a roofing and cladding solution. How cool is this horse lover’s home in Diamond Creek Australia by Vibe Design Group in Melbourne Australia? The dwelling comprises of a two bed roomed home plus study upstairs and stabling for two horses below. The architects cleverly concealed overhead powerlines and electrical towers from view with the stable’s roof structure. Cladding is raw Zincalume. Simply stunning! We also rather like their website 🙂
More HERE
pics are from Architizer
Fire and Sea Rescue Station, Port of Nice
17 AugThe use of prefabricated structures have allowed for the replacement of the Fire and Sea Rescue operations in the Port of Nice, without disrupting port operations. This method has been adopted in the port since 1971. The entire building was clad with corrugated aluminium cladding, which is a sensible approach to the harsh maritime environment. The project was completed on a tight deadline of four months. Architect for the project is Heams & Michel.
We think it looks marvelous!
Old House, Tyson Street by Jackson Clements Burrows
16 AugHow utterly stunning is this project located in an inner city suburb of Melbourne Australia? The talented team of Jackson Clements Burrows succeeded in creating modern spectacular architecture in a strictly controlled Heritage zone. The Heritage zone favoured the retention of existing buildings despite the owner wishing for a complete demolishment of the dilapidated cottage. In a compromise the streetscape context of the home was preserved with the modern structure unfolding beyond. The home has 4 bedrooms, a rooftop deck and off-street parking for 2 vehicles. Inside is airy to to the clever positioning of windows.
We love the cladding, naturally! And also the clever use of polycarbonate sheeting!
More HERE
Conversations we do not have Exhibition – Opening Night
14 AugBlogged about this event last week and was privileged to be invited to the opening night of this very special exhibition hosted by the Playhouse in Durban. What an inspiring exhibition and well worth a visit. It runs until 31 August 2012 and queries can be made to Janine Zagel on janinezagel7@gmail.com
More info HERE
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