Akkerwinde Bridge is the first wooden bridge in the world that can support the heaviest load class of 60 tons. The architect and designer who designed this bridge is OAK Architects (a collaboration between Achterbosch Architectuur and Onix architects) and constructed by German firm Schaffitzel Holzindustrie and becoming the successful transportation and installation of the world’s first heavy traffic road bridge made from Accoya wood. Designed located...
Another Beautiful contemporary modern residence design is coming from Dutch architectural firm, Maas Architects, This modern house architectural firm have designed a house in the village of Bosch en Duin in the Netherlands. This House in Bosch en Duin is built on 2000 m3 in size and the designed features a garage, a fitness area and a sauna as well as the regular domestic areas, including the living rooms, the bed rooms and the bathrooms. The house...
Hayes McNeil and Christoph Kaiser of Plus Minus Studios transformed this unassuming 1965 block ranch home into a modern oasis. Taking advantage of location and views of Squaw Peak, all details were thoughtfully executed. Smoothed walls, all new aluminum dual pane windows/doors, lighting, honed concrete floors, Hand Made butcher block style wood and steel (made reclaimed wood) kitchen island, Bosch appliances, Ann Saks tile, Toto, tankless hot water...
Located in the coveted pre-war condominium The Sweeney Building, this sun-filled corner 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath apartment features well-proportioned rooms, en-suite marble baths and California-style closets in both bedrooms – a true two bedroom with windows! Exposures south and east from the oversized windows, this unit is perfect for living and entertaining. Other features include open chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances; including...
Bosch Power Tools & Accessories this week is expanding its family of Full Force Technology(TM)-equipped pneumatic fastening tools with the addition of the RN175 Roofing Nailer. The Bosch RN175 further enhances ease of use with a Bosch exclusive single-action side loading nail canister. The innovative canister improves reload speed and eliminates the hassles associated with fumbling fastener coils on the rooftop. When it comes to durability,...
This is an amazing example of Prairie-Usonian Architecture very unique and rare in Arizona. Perfect scale and proportions attributed to the best principles of Frank Lloyd Wright Organic Architecture, and likely executed by a Taliesin Associate. Beautiful use of Block, Wood, Glass and Terrazzo flooring. Extensive Custom built in cabinetry. The “U” shaped plan is Brilliantly based upon a triangular grid, and opens by walls of glass and french doors...
Building on the success of its ultra-compact product line, the maker is introducing a second-generation PS20 Pocket Driver (below) with numerous upgrades from the previous model. The Litheon-powered driver offers 100 inch-pounds of torque and the 500 rpm operating speed represents a 25% increase over the original tool. Other features include an ergonomic grip, a metal 10+1 clutch ring, LED work light, and locking 1/4-inch universal bit holder. Users...
Charles R. Stinson’s architecture is chronicled in a new book within the Master Architect Monograph Series entitled Charles R. Stinson: Compositions in Nature. The modern architecture book, with text by Camille LeFevre and photography by Peter Bastianelli-Kerze, features Stinson-designed homes and buildings that have achieved international recognition along with his distinctive style—light, line and space expressing a dynamic co-existence. Charles...
Utility costs may be rising, but utility rates will remain at an all-time low at one eco-friendly Southern California community. The Gatsby Hollywood has announced it will be Metro L.A.’s first all solar-powered, all-green urban community. The enclave is now under construction on the corner of Hollywood’s Fountain and Wilcox Avenues. A first for the area, the all-new, single-family-home community offers premier sun-powered features and...
In the world of reciprocating saw users, there are three groups – light-duty handymen, heavy duty contractors and then there are the extreme, cut-through-everything, demolition users. This is the user Bosch Power Tools & Accessories had in mind when it designed the powerful RS35 Demolition Reciprocating Saw. Featuring a robust motor, the fastest cutting action, and lowest vibration in its class, the RS35 is an impressive entry for Bosch...
The Contour Lounge Chair by Murillo
Murillo, the Philippines based manufacturer has been involved in manufacturing furniture and...
Contemporary Office Designs from Triple Five Design
Looking for modern interior inspiration for your office, here we got some preview of the contemporary...
The Gallery House designed by architect Richard Librach
Today’s modern house inspiration is coming from Richard Librach Architect, Toronto-based...
The Riedel Amadeo Decanter from Williams-Sonoma
Williams-Sonoma, the company that serves cookware, cooks stool, cutlery, electrics, bakeware,...
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