RIFT Armchair and Sofa by Patricia Urquiola

inspired by rift valleys the brand new contemporary seating furniture called RIFT Armchair and Sofa have been designed by Patricia Urquiola. This designer has designed the RIFT armchair and sofa for the Italian manufacturer Moroso. hence the collection’s name, RIFT. Just like tectonic plates, which diverge, collide and overlap, creating several layers, the Rift sofas and chairs convey, in a highly unusual way, an effect of a sliding movement and... 

Energy Focus, Inc. Finalizes Full-Service Contract with Architectural Floors of Cleveland

Energy Focus, Inc., the global leader in energy-efficient lighting technologies, announced that the company has finalized a multi-phase contract with Architectural Floors of Cleveland, a regional flooring company. The contract — the second to be finalized under Energy Focus’s new full-service energy solutions program — includes design, manufacturing, engineering, and installation and support services. “Energy Focus offers a... 

Interior Inspiration From Santa Barbara

Here are some interior inspiration of the $24 million modern home overlooking Padaro Beach in Santa Barbara, California. every single detail of this house is just perfect and beautiful. via

Barry Glick, Founder and Former CEO of MapQuest, Appointed to Board of Directors at NeighborhoodScout(R)

NeighborhoodScout, a nationwide neighborhood search engine designed for homebuyers, movers, and anyone seeking to find neighborhoods that match custom search criteria, announced today the appointment of Barry Glick to its board of directors. Glick, who is a founder and former CEO of MapQuest, will lead the company’s strategic effort to build visibility and expand NeighborhoodScout into new markets. Glick brings 20 years of experience building... 

The Ehrlich House by John Friedman Alice Kimm Architects

This 3,900 square foot contemporary modern house residence located in Santa Monica Los Angeles has designed by John Friedman Alice Kimm Architects. Not only the interior the exterior also designed so modern and chic with great aesthetic design in every single detail. Incorporating a number of passive and active green strategies, This residence house is designed as well as a number of recycled and sustainably harvested materials. The structure’s... 

State and Local Architect Groups Support California Fire Survivors With Important Rebuilding Resources and Warn Against Fraud and Re-Entering Homes Prematurely

The American Institute of Architects, California Council (AIACC) and local chapters, AIA Santa Barbara, AIA Los Angeles, AIA Inland, and AIA Orange County are again actively working with city and county building officials to simplify and facilitate the process of rebuilding the communities devastated by the wildfires. John Grounds, AIA, president of The AIACC, states, “As we’ve learned from post-fire recovery in the past, this is not the time... 

Ducking Lounge Chair by Jung Myung Taek

Unique seating and chair furniture is coming from Korean designer Jung Myung Taek. This furniture designer has created the Ducking Lounge Chair. The chair is firstly shown and exhibited at the Tent London show. The design is so beautiful and seems so comfortable to seat, well done job done by Jung Myung Taek in designing this Ducking Lounge Chair. via

Shades of Green

Its time to post the green furniture collection from various designers. The Modern Outdoor’s chair collection, The Fat Sofa Seat System designed by Patricia Urquiola Spotted at B&B Italia, The BaObab Desk designed by Philippe Stark Spotted at Vitra, The Trolley designed by Patrick Frey & Markus Boge Spotted at Richard Lampert, The La Nuit Easy Chair designed by Ferran Serra & Oscar Vera Spotted at Concepta, via

Edwardian Home on a Generous Allotment

Stunning 5-6 bedroom freestanding Edwardian residence beautifully presented and extended features large main rooms, enormous natural light and excellent floorplan in this quiet street within walking distance to the CBD, Fitzroy Gardens and the MCG. Features: Formal lounge, separate dining, study, 5 bathrooms, kitchen with oversized family room overlooking large private rear garden with 4 car garaging. A very rare and unique opportunity to purchase... 

BreakForm Bench by 54Dean

BreakForm Bench is the contemporary outdoor seating furniture creation of the designer Todd Seidman from the manufacture 54Dean. Firstly introduced and The ICFF Furniture Exhibition, this BreakForm is a Sturdy slat construction Bench combined with drain holes in the legs address the issue of standing water. So it is exactly designed for outdoor furniture that will survive in both Summer and Winter. via