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La Firme reorganizes centuries-old Montreal loft with contemporary finishes

La Firme reorganizes centuries-old Montreal loft with contemporary finishes

An apartment in an 1800s textile mill has been restructured by La Firme, a Montreal architecture firm, using cabinetry to create a new interior plan.

Studio left most of the building exposed, including tall, rough-hewn oak beams and brick walls with structural arches as hallways between rooms.

These authentic materials serve as a "counterpoint" to their intervention, which comprises white wood cabinets that define and redefine rooms while also providing enough storage.
The apartment was able to accommodate two bathrooms as part of the renovation: one for guests and the other within the main bedroom. In the ensuite bathroom, a Calcatta marble wall has been book-matched to create a subtle geometric design with the stone's veins. The long kitchen countertop is half at bar height and then transitions to table height due to a step on the apartment floor. A counter with drawers is opposite the kitchen and can be used for storage or as a workstation. A supplementary living area is a conservatory, which is separated from the combined living room and kitchen by brick arches. Except for white wood cabinetry and a few stone pieces, the architects employed a rather limited palette for the intervention. Other apartment alterations in Montreal include a 1920s unit reconstructed by Naturehumaine with curved walls and pastel green cupboards, as well as a galvanized metal-encased residential expansion.
01.04.2022
Council of Paris approves plans for the greening of the Eiffel Tower Site

Council of Paris approves plans for the greening of the Eiffel Tower Site

The Council of Paris has given final permission to Gustafson Porter + Bowman's landscape design for the Eiffel Tower site (Conseil de Paris). The designs were examined by the mayor as well as the general public through an online survey at the end of last year. The project comprises 35% extra planting, over 200 new trees, and pedestrianization of the Iena bridge. Phase One is planned to be completed in time for the Summer Olympics in 2024.
The 'OnE' design by Gustafson Porter + Bowman offers a single central axis that honors the Eiffel Tower at the focal point between the Palais de Chaillot on Place du Trocadéro and the École Militaire on Place Joffre. This backbone creates a readable landscape of revitalized spaces, including lawn terraces at the Trocadéro, expanded public space at the Varsovie Fountains, the reincarnation of the Pont d'Iéna as a green bridge, the creation of two new squares at either end of the bridge, a planted landscape beneath the Eiffel Tower, and raised lawns for the Champ de Mars.
Points of interest are generated by discovering and staging fresh viewpoints of the tower from which to appreciate the vista. The center axis landscape of power serves to highlight the Tower's sense of perspective from both ends of the site. A second landscape frames this, recalling the French 'picturesque' and its history of gardens as areas of creative experimentation and biodiversity expansion. Again, the human size is prioritized, resulting in spaces for enjoyment and pause that have their own personality. With a diverse mix of ornamental and natural flora, intimate garden areas frame the central axis, enabling temporary events and exhibits. “We are delighted that the Tour Eiffel “One” project is moving into the first phase of construction. This is an important moment for a major historical site to become more accessible to all people and be more environmental, sustainable and resilient. We have also worked on increasing biodiversity across the site, including modifications to historical lights to meet new standards. We thank the city of Paris for leading the way in their movement to a more sustainable, healthy and liveable city.
31.03.2022
2022 Pritzker Architecture Prize Goes to Diébédo Francis Kéré

2022 Pritzker Architecture Prize Goes to Diébédo Francis Kéré

Diébédo Francis Kéré, an architect, educator, and social activist, has been named the Pritzker Architecture Prize Laureate for 2022.

Francis Kéré, an architect residing in Berlin who was born in Gando, Burkina Faso, empowers and changes communities through design. His commitment to social justice and involvement, as well as the wise use of local materials to connect and adapt to the natural climate, led him to work in impoverished countries with limited resources and infrastructure.

Gando Primary School laid the groundwork for Kéré's philosophy. His response necessitated a two-pronged approach: a physical and contemporary design for a building capable of combating high heat and low illumination while working with restricted finances. The project's success resulted in an increase in the school's student body from 120 to 700 pupils, as well as the development of Teachers' Housing, an Extension, and a Library. His work in primary and secondary schools sparked the creation of a slew of new institutions, each displaying sensitivity to bioclimatic conditions and local sustainability. The Burkina Faso Institute of Technology's cooling clay wall's unique prices help to speed up the construction process. Overhanging eucalyptus was recycled to line the angled corrugated metal roofs, which was deemed wasteful due to its low shade properties and depletion of minerals from the soil. Kéré's upbringing and experiences have affected both his symbolically charged creations and his work in Gando outside of Africa. The Serpentine Pavilion's central design, as well as its detachable yet curved walls made up of triangular indigo modules, are inspired by the shape of a tree. The Benin National Assembly, which is now under construction in a public park, is inspired by the palaver tree. People can congregate at the base of the structure in the magnificent shade while parliament
29.03.2022
Alternative Systems opens at the Design Museum

Alternative Systems opens at the Design Museum

The Design Museum has unveiled an exhibition highlighting London-based designer Bethany Williams' waste-reducing, social-driven vision for the fashion business.

Bethany Williams: Alternative Systems, on display in the atrium of London's Design Museum, is a celebration of Williams' work that analyzes and reacts to societal concerns via the use of community-led enrichment initiatives.

A selection of the designer's influential works was exhibited across the four walls of the atrium's balcony gallery, which is open to the public.

Mannequins are presented with textile samples, photos, and raw waste materials to emphasize the studio's dedication to sustainable fashion.
"I decided to organize the display thematically rather than by collection," said Design Museum's head of curatorial and interpretation Priya Khanchandani. Williams is a fashion designer, humanitarian and artist. She graduated from Brighton University with a bachelor's degree in Critical Fine Art before receiving a master's from the London College of Fashion in Menswear. She launched her eponymous brand in 2017 and has worked to highlight and respond to social and environmental concerns via her work, which includes collaborations with local grassroots organizations and the production of collections from waste materials. Willliams' work as a member of the Emergency Designer Network is shown in one exhibit area. The project was created with designers Phoebe English, Cozette McCreery, and Holly Fulton. During the peak of the coronavirus epidemic, the group of creatives, with their textile manufacturing experience and volunteer teams, manufactured 12,000 scrubs, 100,000 masks, and 4,000 gowns for frontline healthcare personnel. Waste from packaging tape sourced from Rimini, Italy was weaved and turned into usable
28.03.2022
Angelo Candalepas and Associates set to design Australia's most prominent art and design gallery

Angelo Candalepas and Associates set to design Australia's most prominent art and design gallery

Australian studio Angelo Candalapas and Associates' winning plan for the new National Gallery of Victoria Contemporary in Melbourne has towering arches and a spherical atrium.
The skyscraper will be built on a triangular block in central Melbourne, immediately across from the National Gallery, to replace an outdated tower. The architecture of the new gallery will feature massive vaulted apertures that will function as entry points throughout the building's facade.

According to renderings, sculptural glass components punctuate each facade. The western facade will have a line of triangular windows running the length, with lantern-built cube shapes sitting atop it. Visitors will be greeted by a central hall-cum-atrium that rises 40 meters overall levels of the structure and adjoins a circular skylight as they enter the gallery. The spherical atrium will be used as a gallery for large-scale artworks. Visualizations, robbed, ribbed taper and step in a spiraling promenade, 13,000 square meters of the display distance will be available for art and design exhibitions in the gallery areas. The structure will also have a place for entertainment that will connect 2 extra spaces the National Gallery and Victoria's expanded public parkland. A multi-story portico-style veranda will run the length of the building's eastern facade, giving each notch access to outdoor spread. A vast terrace and sculpture garden on the roof will be built adjacent to the glass lantern, which will house the gallery's bar and provide guests with panoramic views of the city.
26.03.2022
Possibilities of thatched roofs in architecture

Possibilities of thatched roofs in architecture

Researching the history of the use of thatched roofing is quite challenging. As it is a natural and biodegradable material, there are very few traces of its use in old constructions, unlike stone structures or even rudimentary cement, for example. However, researchers point out that the thatched structures date when people ceased being nomadic and focused on agriculture. In addition, there are traces of their usage in the Aztec empires and the early structures of what we now call Europe and studies on their use in Europe, the United Kingdom, and Mexico, among many other places. Thatched roofing is a traditional way of creating a roof covering out of dried fibers such as straw, reeds, palm trees, and other natural fibers. These are collected and intertwined with a particular tension to generate a surface that becomes impermeable and nearly impregnable to rats and vermin via consecutive overlaps. The roof is installed from the bottom up, and the top is where greater attention and maintenance is required, as it is a vulnerable place for water penetration. Roofs with a higher slope will allow water to flow faster, reducing the possibility of infiltration. However, this does not mean that the material limits the designers' innovation. Because it is flexible, organic shapes may be easily produced. Due to many voids and surface flaws, the material composition provides good insulation when dry and packed. Straw, when properly applied, is also incredibly wind resistant. However, the roof support structure might be less sturdy because thatch is relatively light. One As it is a low-cost and relatively simple structure, its use is mostly concentrated in rural regions. In other words, we won't see thatched roofs in Manhattan or downtown So Paulo because incorporating this construction approach is especially appealing where the necessary materials and labor are accessible. This is the case of Studio Anna Heringer's project for a kindergarten in Zimbabwe, which is part of a Permaculture Education Center in Zimbabwe and is built in wood, straw, and stone in
25.03.2022
HOK co-founder Gyo Obata dies aged 99

HOK co-founder Gyo Obata dies aged 99

Gyo Obata, the co-founder of St. Louis-based architecture firm HOK, died at 99.

HOK announced Obata's death on March 8, 2022, and released a retrospective (link:
https://www.hok.com/news/2022-03/gyo-obata-founding-partner-at-hok-dies-at-99/) of his life and works on its website.

Obata is well-known for his work on the Priory Chapel at Saint Louis Abbey and the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. His Houston Galleria was one of the first multi-level indoor malls to ice skating rink.

He created several structures for religious and educational institutions and airports in locales as diverse as St. Louis and Riyadh. Obata, most known for reshaping the landscape of St Louis after WWII, was an early proponent of sustainable architecture whose "work is defined by an efficient use of resources and a sense of harmony with its natural environment." "Gyo's innovative design solutions have shaped an ongoing series of important cultural and civic buildings that fulfill their functional requirements while creating memorable public spaces," said HOK. Obata, the son of two Japanese artists who immigrated to the United States, avoided internment after Pearl Harbor and attended Washington University in St Louis, one of the few architecture schools that accepted Japanese-American students at the time. Obata founded HOK in 1955 with George Hellmuth and George Kassabaum after working with architects such as Minoru Yamasaki and Eliel Saarinen and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The company accomplished projects in the United States, Europe, and
23.03.2022
Ancient Greek architecture: 3 main orders

Ancient Greek architecture: 3 main orders

Ancient Greek architects aimed for the accuracy and craftsmanship of Greek art in general. They created the formulas as early as the sixth century B.C. have impacted architecture throughout the last two millennia.

Ancient Greek architecture grew into separate orders during its early ascent in the Classical period. Architectural orders are many column styles distinguished by a mix of ornamental motifs on the entablature, base, and column. In the later Roman era, the orders were given names. The first three orders were designed by Greek architecture known as Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian. Each of these orders was distinguished by distinctive elements in its columns, used in formal, public structures like stadiums and theaters.

Doric Order



The Doric order is the first of the three classical architectural orders. It marks a crucial period in Mediterranean architecture when monumental construction transitioned from temporary materials, such as wood, to permanent ones, mainly stone.
Doric-style columns were generally set close together, without bases, and concave curves molded into the shafts. The caps of Doric columns were simple, having a rounded part at the bottom (the echinus) and a square at the top (abacus). In early forms, the echinus is flat and spread, rising from the top of the column-like a circular cushion to the abacus, which supports the lintels.

The Temple of Hephaestus is the most complete example of Doric columns, built almost completely of marble between 449 and 415 BCE.
Ionic order The Ionic Order was founded in Ionia, a coastal area of what is now called Turkey, and got its name from there. It is distinguished primarily by the scroll-like ornaments called volutes on Ionic column capitals, and the column base supports are not present on Doric columns. Ionic columns, developed in the same era as the Doric Order in the mid-sixth century BCE, found their way to mainland Greece the next century, with many of the country's landmarks erected in the Ionic style. The bright example of Ionic architecture is the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus which was once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The temple was built by Croesus, King of Lydia, in 550 BCE. The temple, also known as Artemisium, was remarkable for its vastness, which stretched over 350 feet by 180 feet, and the beautiful works of art that graced it. Invading Goths eventually destroyed the temple in 262 CE. Corinthian order The Corinthian order is the most recent and ornate of the Classical architectural orders. In contrast to the Doric and Ionic orders, the Corinthian order arose straight from the Ionic order in the mid-5th century BCE. The Corinthian order, named after the city of Corinth, is differentiated from the Ionic order by its more elaborate capitals carved with stylized acanthus leaves. The frieze of the Corinthian entablature was typically ornamented with continuous sculptural reliefs,
22.03.2022
Virtual reality in architecture

Virtual reality in architecture

The importance of using advanced technologies, such as virtual reality, in the architectural scene is becoming increasingly necessary. No matter how beautiful a rendered image is, it can never sufficiently express the scale and mood of a project as a whole, reinforcing the need to embrace the usage of these technologies at a professional practice level.

Architects who choose not to include virtual reality technology in their design process are significantly disadvantaged. The issue is no longer one of accessibility, as VR is now a viable option for architects of all backgrounds.

Head-mounted displays (HMDs) have the possibility to transform how architects and designers conceive and express their ideas long before things are even created. Clients may easily be transported into three-dimensional representations of the working design to further immerse themselves, virtually similar to the sensations elicited while engaging in a virtually created world in video games. Virtual worlds aim to temporarily transport consumers to another reality, a well-constructed environment capable of transmitting subtle things such as emotions, feelings, and sensations; thus, if clients can experience the influx of those emotions before physically standing in the building, it opens up opportunities for changes to be made before committing to a build. The immersive environment in nature gives a considerably more precise portrayal of size, depth, and spatial awareness that is unrivaled in contrast to standard ways of rendering, scale models, or animations. When you, as a designer, have the means to provide the client with the immersive experience and sense of really living the place, your ability to convey design purpose becomes immediately evident and much clearer. The advantage of using virtual reality is that it can be utilized early in the conceptual stages to investigate further the interactions between different locations, light, structure, and materiality. In comparison with simply looking at a scale model or visual image, the usage of an immersive representation provides for higher quick knowledge and comprehension of key design features. Those who are not associated with the profession of a designer or architect may be unable to understand spatial
16.03.2022
ICON and Lake Flato build 3D-printed House Zero in Austin

ICON and Lake Flato build 3D-printed House Zero in Austin

ICON Construction Technology and Lake Flato Architecture have built a 3D-printed modern ranch-style home in Austin to be showcased during the SXSW festival. House Zero was designed by ICON, the first firm in the US to sell ready-to-own 3D houses. ICON collaborated with San Antonio and Austin-based architecture group Lake Flato. The house was built utilizing ICON's Vulcan building method and is located in a single-family residential neighborhood in East Austin, Texas. To create the walls of the 2,000-square-foot (186-square-meter) home, the method employs 3D printing, a technology that mechanically dispenses layers of material based on a computer program. It took 10 days to produce the 3D-printed wall aspects. "House Zero is ground zero for the emergence of entirely new design languages and architectural vernaculars that will use robotic construction to deliver the things we need most from our housing: comfort, beauty, dignity, sustainability, attainability, and hope," said Jason Reinforced by steel, the walls are printed with a proprietary material ICON calls Lavacrete – an airtight cement-like substance while also providing increased insulation. According to ICON, the home was created with biophilic design concepts in mind, with the smooth curves of the 3D-printed support walls creating "naturalistic circulation patterns throughout the home." In addition to being able to build houses faster, the technology may allow for the construction of residences like these at a
10.03.2022
MVRDV Designs Vibrant Rooftop Installation at the Het Nieuwe Instituut in Rotterdam

MVRDV Designs Vibrant Rooftop Installation at the Het Nieuwe Instituut in Rotterdam

Dutch architecture office MVRDV has developed a temporary rooftop platform on the Het Nieuwe Instituut in Rotterdam to kick off Rotterdam Architecture this upcoming June. The 600-square-meter event area titled The Podium will be elevated 29 meters and coated in a neon-pink hue, making it visible to all passersby on ground level. The project will be available to the public on June 1st, coinciding with the start of the Rotterdam Architecture Month Festival, and will be utilized for events through August 17th. The Podium will provide visitors with a fresh viewpoint of the city, panoramic views of the skyline, the Museumpark, the Het Nieuwe Instituut, and the surrounding MVRDV-designed Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen. Its striking design was inspired by the building it sits on, originally designed by Jo Coenen. The building presents MVRDV's "ambition to make better use of the city’s rooftops, an important approach to densifying the city that will allow it to develop sustainably by preventing urban sprawl and creating opportunities to add greenery and water management, and much-needed building functions." The platform, which will be accessible by an outside 143-step stairway, a temporary elevator, or The Living Archive of a Studio, will be created on scaffolding with recycled floor finishes following the festival. The platform's events will be programmed by a range of Rotterdam institutions and creatives and will include lectures, tours, films, and other architecture-related activities, as well as sports courses, dinners, and children's programs.
05.03.2022
David Chipperfield Architects and Zaha Hadid Architects suspend work in Russia

David Chipperfield Architects and Zaha Hadid Architects suspend work in Russia

Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, architecture firms David Chipperfield Architects and Zaha Hadid Architects have declared a halt in work on projects in Russia.

David Chipperfield Architects stated that it "condemns Russian President Vladimir Putin's conduct" and has suspended all work in Russia as a result.
One of its current projects in the country is the refurbishment of Moscow's Central Telegraph building.

Meanwhile, Zaha Hadid Architects has also stopped work on its Russian projects because of Russia's invasion of Ukraine that began on February 24.

The statement by the two British practices comes a day after MVRDV, a Dutch firm, made a similar declaration.
MVRDV declared a halt to work on its five projects in Russia, noting that it is "in solidarity with all the people who are defying and protesting against this war."

David Chipperfield Architects, which has offices in London, Berlin, Milan, and Shanghai, said its clients admitted its decision.
"Given the invasion of Ukraine, and with the full understanding and support of our clients, David Chipperfield Architects has decided to suspend all work in Russia," the studio said in a
statement.

"We condemn the actions of Putin and the Russian government and stand in solidarity with Ukraine and its people," it added.

"As a practice, we believe in dialogue, openness and engagement; values that are directly opposed to the ongoing war. We call for an immediate end to this human tragedy and our thoughts are with the innocent victims of this unjustified action." Zaha Hadid Architects, which has worked on a number of projects in Russia, stated that it is "deeply shocked and saddened" by the situation in Ukraine and has ceased work there. "ZHA has worked in Russia for four decades," the studio said. "Zaha Hadid was originally inspired by works of the Russian avant-garde and many of our staff have taught architecture students at universities across the country." "We are deeply shocked and saddened by the conflict in Ukraine and have placed our two ongoing projects in Russia on hold," it added. "We have completed our contracted works on all other projects in the country and continue to monitor guidance from the UK Government." Among Zaha Hadid Architects' Russia projects are the Klenoviy Boulevard Station 2 in Moscow, which is being built as part of an expansion of the city's metro system, and the Sberbank Technopark in Moscow.
04.03.2022
How to use various types of floors in the same environment?

How to use various types of floors in the same environment?

As the floor is one of the largest coverage areas in an environment, its preference is guided by various criteria connected to aesthetic and visual identity concerns and technical resistance and maintenance difficulties. Multiple floors are commonly used for sections with different usage, and this transition is typically not indicated by walls or doors. Following that, we will bring you tips on making this transition as smooth as possible when there is no physical boundary between the floors.

We're used to utilizing various floors to separate sections with distinct functions: kitchen and dining room, living room and balcony, or even living room and hallway, for example. This separation is often followed by walls and doors that mark the boundary of each activity and floor. Therefore, the proper treatment is provided individually to the type of floor placed in each setting.
With the popularity of open plans and interconnected spaces in contemporary design, it is becoming more usual to sectorize areas and manage flows based on smoother transitions such as furniture, tiny gaps, decreased ceilings, or even shifting floors. This change can be a simple change of material and paging, but it can also be the insertion of a decorative element, called "carpet," in a portion of the floor. You should consider blending various materials, textures, and forms for both cases. The most prevalent is to highlight the transition between wet and dry areas, like in kitchens and dining rooms. In this section, we frequently find the mix of a warm floor, which may be wood, vinyl, or laminate, and a cold floor, which can be porcelain, ceramic, or even hydraulic tile or granite, in the kitchen. This transition between floors can also be used to highlight other spaces that are crucial to the project, such as the entry hall or circulation areas. Another option is to use the hard The combination of floors is not restricted indoors; it is also feasible in outdoor spaces, particularly on terraces and covered areas entirely open to the outside. However, to minimize internal flooding in these situations, the best solution is to estimate the water flow and leave a sufficient spacing for the rain flow.
03.03.2022
Eco-friendly interior design: Advantages and disadvantages

Eco-friendly interior design: Advantages and disadvantages

Ecodesign is becoming more and more popular, as the basis is high-quality and safe for human health materials. When organizing a space, it is essential to consider the environmental impact of all its components and apply various methods to reduce waste save energy and natural resources. Characteristics of eco-friendly design 1. Natural and safe for human health materials with a minimum of toxic substances released to the atmosphere. For example wood, wallpaper, natural stone, glass, cotton, linen. Using wicker furniture, bamboo stems, cork makes the design stylish. 2. The color scheme consists of natural tones: beige, brown, sand, sea, green. These shades convey the spirit of earth, ocean and forest. As the eco-style expresses calm and balance in the interior, you should not use bright colors in your design. 3. No single eco-style house is complete without greenery. A panel of living plants or individual representatives of the flora in large vases will look great. 4. Good Advantages of eco-design 1. Natural materials and no toxic substances in the space. 2. Abundance of free space. 3. Natural tones positively affect a person, giving a sense of calm. 4. The ability to add exclusive decorative elements to the interior. Disadvantages of eco-design 1. Natural materials, unlike artificial ones, cost higher. 2. Cleaning takes a long time. Natural materials need proper care, they are not suitable for cleaning products containing chemicals. 3. For eco-style design, you
28.02.2022
Architecture on Mars

Architecture on Mars

Using 3D printers, automated systems, and cutting-edge building technology, several architects have begun to investigate the many techniques that may make human colonization beyond the planet Earth easier.

Humans have been exploring Mars for a long time. The explorations have grown to a mission with multiple aims, from the first landing on Mars in 1971 to the deployment of the first-ever successful rover in 1997.

In 2021, the US, China, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) sent three probes to the same location at the same time to collect samples and other study materials in order to broaden the studies.

Today, these missions have been upgraded even further in order to pave the way for a manned spaceship to land on Mars by 2022, according to Elon Musk.

Some architects have been studying the many approaches that may permit human colonization beyond the planet Earth using 3D printers, automated systems, and cutting-edge building technologies.

Even NASA has organized competitions like the "3D Printed Habitat Challenge," which have aided in the investigation of new technologies and ways in space exploration.

In this article, we've gathered works of some studios to show the ever-increasing possibilities of human existence on Mars.

Mars Colonization by ZA Architects


In 2013, as part of the Mars Colonization Project, German architecture company ZA Architects built an underground network of caverns for human inhabitation on the planet. The company proposes creating enormous caverns in the planet's basaltic rock surface to house a basalt processing facility as well as an artificial subterranean glacier to provide oxygen and water to the residents utilizing robotic technology. Mars Habitat by Foster & Partners Foster & Partners followed up their idea for living on the Moon with a design for a modular home constructed for life on Mars, which they displayed during a NASA competition. The Mars Habitat plan consists of a settlement constructed by pre-programmed and semi-autonomous robots. 3D printing would be used to create sturdy living quarters out of natural Martian rocks, which might accommodate up to four people. The proposal was one of the competition's 30 finalists. 3D Printed Habitat by Hassell Studio Hassell Studio and Eckersley O'Callaghan collaborated on this project in 2018, and it was pre-selected as one of the top ten concepts in NASA's Centennial Challenge. The design is focused on the human element of space design, which is often more concerned with optimum efficiency and output than with comfort. Its outside is made up of an autonomous robot-built Regolith structure, while the interior is made up of inflatable "pods" that hold all of the needs
25.02.2022
Arne Emil Jacobsen

Arne Emil Jacobsen

Arne Emil Jacobsen was a Danish designer and architect, an icon of the 'Danish Modern' style. Aside from his architectural work, he created many unique chairs and other furniture. He was born and raised in Copenhagen in an upper-middle-class Jewish family. Young Arne was hoping to become a painter, and it was said that he was painting all over the Victorian wallpapers. He didn’t just cover his walls with typical childish drawings. He decided to paint his room entirely white, which was not yet in fashion in the early twentieth century. From the very beginning, Arne Jacobsen was ahead of his time. Arne Jacobsen's ideas molded the landscape of Danish design for more than half of the twentieth century, influencing architects and designers worldwide. Jacobsen's creative technique revolved around his meticulous attention to detail. With meticulously hand-painted watercolors, he brought his thoughts to life for patrons and builders. Jacobsen was able to develop in a single year what others Arne Jacobsen designed the stunning 'Swan™' chair for the lobby and lounge areas of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. Despite its simplicity and tremendous architectural appeal, the design features no straight lines, appearing organic and gentle. 3D models of both Swan and Egg chairs are presented on Zeel Project. The sleek, contemporary Radisson Blu Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, created by the Danish designer, is a premium destination to stay in, while visiting Denmark's capital city.
23.02.2022