Expanding Architecture: Design as Activism

Expanding Architecture presents a new generation of creative design carried out in the service of the greater public and the greater good. Questioning how design can improve daily lives, editors Bryan Bell and Katie Wakeford map an emerging geography of architectural activism–or “public-interest architecture”–that might function akin to public-interest law or medicine by expanding architecture’s all all

Achla RB-02 Rain Catcher Water Barrel with 75-Gallon Capacity

Keep the veggies growing and the grass green this summer without increasing the water bill with this environmentally friendly water barrel from Achla. This 75-gallon rain barrel features a safety grid and removable debris screen to keep leaves, bird droppings, and roofing materials from clogging the barrel for optimal water flow.

The Frick Residence by KRDB

Stunning modern architecture house design is coming from KRDB, a design-build firm in Austin, Texas. this famous architectural firm designed this house for the artist Laurie Frick. This design is somekind of Awesome house. The program requirements were for a 1600sf one-bedroom, two-bathroom house with an office and a 700sf studio on an infill lot in Barton Heights. The use of materials and the non-traditional placement of windows at floor level are... 

255 East 74th Street Reaches 85 Percent Closed

Given the strong demand for the homes that have been made available at 255 East 74th Street thus far, The World-Wide Group, today announced that its most exclusive residence, a $14.27 million, 5,980-square-foot, five bedroom home on the property’s 29th floor, is now available for sale. This full floor tower residence offers a buyer the utmost in privacy and luxury. Exemplifying urban sophistication, this home features outstanding views, a 39-... 

Black & Decker 2-Speed Powered Caulk Gun #CG100

Cordless Chalk Gun, Even Bead Technolgoy For Smooth Caulk & Professional Results, 2 Speeds For Control, No Drip Tip Prevents Messes, Easy Load Barrel For Quick Tube Replacement, Applications Sealing Tubs & Sinks, Doors & Windows, Caulking Trim & Moulding After Painting, 2 Year Warranty.View product details at Amazon

Contemporary Modern Kitchens from Berloni

Berloni, The manufacture that provide home furniture collection for kitchen, day area, sofas, night area, tables & chairs, wardrobes, kids bedroom and so on. and here they present some of their contemporary modern kitchen collection That provide luxury and high quality design. So, if you are going to redecorate your old school design kitchen, this Contemporary Kitchens from Berloni might be one of the best inspiration for you. via

New ACEM BASIC09 Modular Doors

“Basic09″, designed, developed and produced entirely in the ACEM production plants, this door features hidden technology and a visible design. Developed by ACEM – studioDesign, it is targeted at a mid/top of the range clientele and caters for contemporary tastes. The new “modular” collection draws inspiration from research into natural simplicity. The door “plays” with the modular patterns of the cut wood,... 

SolarDuct PV/T

SolarDuct PV/T is a combined thermal and photovoltaic rooftop solar collector for commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. It preheats ventilation air before it enters the air handlers, reducing the heating requirements of fresh-air ventilation. A typical eight-unit array delivers up to 2000 cfm of heated ventilation air and 8 kW of heating. The thermal panels draw heat away from the mounted PV cells, increasing their efficiency by as... 

Black Matrix Design Rectangular Table and Chair Set

This modern yet sleek looking table and chair set will be a great addition to any home. The table has a rectangular glass top and a matrix design which is best described as a very modern rectangular metal tube frame with legs that come to a shapely point at the floor. The side chairs have a multi colored cushioned seat and back with an elephant design on them. The back of the side chairs have an open slit design. Measurements for the table are 36... 

Poncho No.8 by Something from Us

Fun and colorful and also sophisticated architecture design is done by Something from Us, a London based multi-disciplinary design studio, this architectural studios have designed the interior for Poncho No.8, a small Mexican food restaurant in the Spitalfields area of London. The theme and idea of designing this lovely restaurant is A unique multicolored herringbone pattern that is the restaurant’s signature feature. The oversized parquet flooring...