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EDITOR’S LETTER

TRENDS 17

DESIGN SELECTION AUTUMN 2019

INSPIRATION 25

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The sophisticated appeal

The furniture of Opera Contemporary takes part of the exclusive atmosphere of the XXII Carat Club Villas residential project in Dubai; in particular in the dining room, where the size and marble top of the Romeo tableware created upon request of the client. The wooden structure is illuminated by mirrored strips that outline the elegant silhouette for unforgettable festive moments. While the Teseo console completes the space with sophisticated tactile contrasts. www.operacontemporary.com

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Emblematic ornaments

Masquespacio presents the latest project they designed for Piur, a restaurant chain from Valencia specialized in pizzas. The design first of all seeks to find a concept that could connect with the Valencian origins of Piur’s founders and at the same time could work as an attraction point for the visitors. www.masquespacio.com

“We decided to pay a tribute to one of the most important buildings of our city.”

- Ana Hernández, creative director from Masquespacio

Relax time

Situated in a centre of Madrid, Zooco presents the space of a mixed use of shop space, exhibition of cosmetics, wellness and a massage with hammam room. The main concept consists in generating through an organic geometry that enables to serve every need. So, Zooco uses a vertical element like the bamboo pole, and repeats it all along the geometry focusing on the transition areas. www.zooco.es 26 | G&G _ Magazine

Perfect manicure

Karol Cieplinski from BLACKHAUS has designed the new nail lab for Teashi in Krakow. The main goal was to completely change the experience in manicure and pedicure industry. www.blackhaus.co

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A New Geology

Designed by Gavin Keightley, Terraform will straddle the growing divide between what is natural and what is the result of human intervention, taking inspiration from both elements to generate new forms of topography. The spirit and intent of anthropogenic impacts can be harnessed and applied to making processes, they can be controlled with precision through hands-on manufacturing techniques. www.instagram.com/gasketdesign

Architecture integration

Parque O2 is the latest installation of Taller KEN's FUNdaMENTAL Design Build Initiative. It's a sprawling public installation of colorful bamboo totems, recently opened in San JosĂŠ, Costa Ricaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disused Polideportivo de Aranjuez Park. The premise of FUNdaMENTAL is to invite early-career architects from around the world to work together over a three-month period to address real world problems at the intersection of design, community space, and social impact. They engage local, diverse communities and rely heavily on developing their understanding of cultural nuances, with guidance from local experts. www.tallerken.info Photography by Andres Garcia Lachner 28 | G&G _ Magazine

Freshness and authenticity. Guaymas is an outdoor furniture collection designed by Christian Vivanco for Los Patrones, inspired by the beautiful beaches of the Mexican town of the same name, located in front of the Sea of Cortez. This is an outdoor furniture collection characterized by single lines that runs through the silhouette of each of the pieces, generating a simple and natural language. www.christianvivanco.com

Nobility of soul Inspired by the merchant marine, the brave D. Afonso IV and the Portuguese Discoveries, the Afonso Center Table by Royal Stranger is born from a solid structure in gold leaf overlapping a second volume in Emperador marble and revealing an element that breaks the opacity effect of the piece. This new piece that joins the Stranger Collection family carries us to a powerful, noble and masculine ambience. www.royalstranger.com

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Design stories for Future is the balance between Nature and Wisdom.â&#x20AC;?

Maximum comfort

From the union of Philipp Selva's accessible luxury and minimalist philosophy, Laku is born, an iconic armchair created by Japanese designer Toshiyuki Kita and revived this year covered in leather in a new taupe shade. A style that looks at the future through the charm of nature and the emotion of design. www.philippselva.com

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Paris 2 October 2019 – 24 February 2020

“Le monde nouveau de Charlotte Perriand”

Cassina supports Fondation Louis Vuitton’s exhibition dedicated to Charlotte Perriand with reconstructions of her works and loans from its archive. Through careful and rigorous philological reconstruction in collaboration with Pernette Perriand Barsac, the company has produced the interiors of the Salon d'Automne (1929) featuring reissues and study models to faithfully represent this revolutionary project. It has also reproduced some items

3 2 1. 3. Photomontage Salon d’Automne, 1929, Equipement intérieur d’une habitation, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand ©Archives Charlotte Perriand. ADAGP2019 2. Refolo bench by Charlotte Perriand, Cassina I Maestri Collection 4. Nuage bookshelf by Charlotte Perriand, Cassina I Maestri Collection 5. Tabouret Meribel & Tabouret Berger by Charlotte Perriand, Cassina I Maestri Collection

of furniture for the Maison du Jeune Homme (1935), the Proposition d’une Synthèse des Arts (1955) and a selection of other pieces designed during her time in Asia. www.cassina.com

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The choice of French excellence Since 1840, Maison Duvivier Canapés has combined outstanding craftsmanship with quality materials among the most beautiful in the world, to design and produce exceptional sofas, armchairs and furniture all made in France.

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The region’s largest creative festival

Dubai Design Week is managed by the Art Dubai Group and is held under the dedicated patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (DCAA). An accessible meeting point for the global design community, Dubai Design Week, staged in partnership with the platform for regional design Dubai Design District. The festival’s varied programme consists of design-related events, exhibitions, installations, competitions, talks and workshops. Key events include the region’s leading design fair, Downtown Design; Global Grad Show that brings together works from 100 of the most innovative universities across the world; and Abwab, the curated and interactive project containing original design from the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia. Downtown Editions | Sharjah, UAE Jawaher Alkhayyal will be launching her first collection of products at Downtown Design 2019.The Sarab collection is a series of hand-crafted furniture, celebrating the traditional Emirati craft of palm frond weaving.

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Downtown Editions | Dubai, UAE Binchy and Binchy launches ten new tables heavily inspired by architecture. The Dubai based design studio challenges themselves to determine a design language that is truly Emirati. 34 | G&G _ Magazine

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Downtown Design unites international brands with the regional design community, strengthening Dubai as a central meeting point for creatives. As part of the programming of Dubai Design Week, the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest creative festival, and in partnership with Dubai Design District (d3), Downtown Design is housed within a bespoke structure overlooking the d3 Waterfront. This year the fair presents a fresh selection of brands and feature areas, providing a dynamic environment where design meets opportunity. Installations will feature

Downtown Editions Dubai, UAE Inspired by the language of Moorish design which traveled from Andalusia and North-Africa across the globe reaching as far as India and Columbia, Moors & Saints set out to create create jewelry that connects sacred spaces and promotes pluralism and tolerance.

Downtown Design | Dubai, UAE Trend Group is in collaborating with the Emirati Designer Roudha Al Shamsi to show a new glass mosaic collection inspired by Khaleeji aesthetics.

throughout the fair, highlighting design creativity from around the world. Downtown Designâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trade Programme continues to address the needs of the competitive design industry, helping members raise their profile and forge industry relationships. Featuring a series of networking events and privileges, designed to help design professionals make the most of the fairâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s platform, it facilitates opportunities for architects and interior designers to connect with brands and industry influencers.

Downtown Editions Dubai, UAE Nur Furniture bring their new pieces to the UAE market for Downtown Design.

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Downtown Edition | Dubai, UAE Established in 1983, NAKKASH has been at the forefront of interior design in the region for over three decades, becoming the go-to for design. With carefully-selected luxury furniture which is sourced from leading brands both regionally and internationally. Today, NAKKASH is a family-led Business with Aya Nakkash and Omar Nakkash joining the team and introducing new product schemes and services to the NAKKASH brand.

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This year, Downtown Editions will continue to spotlight new regional initiatives, young designers and up-and-coming brands. Designers presenting works inspired by the culture and traditions of the Middle East include emerging designer Hajar Abdallah, whose debut installation celebrates the region’s equestrian culture, and Sharjah-based Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council who will present an outstanding collection of objects developed in collaboration with Emirati craftswomen and leading contemporary designers. Award-winning architectural studio Binchy & Binchy will launch ten new tables inspired by architecture, challenging themselves to determine a design language that is truly Emirati. Returning to Downtown Editions, Aljoud Lootah, Roudha Al Shamsi, 1971 Design Space and Jeel will present their latest limitededition work, whilst Taskheel will unveil the outcome of their 2019 Tanween Design Programme featuring designers: Abdulla Al Mulla, Lana El Samman and Yara Habib. Bringing his designs to the Middle East for the first time, Brooklyn-based sculptor and designer Fernando Mastrangelo

Downtown Editions | UAE Roudha Alshamsi creates designs that bridge the line between furniture and art. Roudha has been working closely with clients on and commercial projects ranging from studio spaces, offices to libraries and private villas. Not only does she aim for designing designer Fernando Mastrangelo contemporary spaces, will launch a collection of but also she seeks to mirrors inspired by the alter spaces to geographic features of Dubai. successfully deliver defined emotional states New pieces will feature from and convey articulate collectible furniture studios design concepts. For Tasca 4D from Japan, who use Downtown Design 2019, the latest manufacturing Roudha Alshamsi will be methods in their designs, and unveiling a collaboration Arijian from South Korea, in Downtown Editions with Trend Group, as well specializing in handcrafted as launching "Forma" by goods and regional materials. Roudha. Guest Curator of Dubai Design

Week, designer Ghassan Salameh will curate “MADAR”, supported by d3, within Downtown Editions focusing on regional design and shedding light on the current movements in the design market of the region today. Ghassan’s curation will highlight the latest productions and innovations of emerging regional designers.

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Downtown Design | Tainan City, Taiwan Traditionally a sheet metal factory, Douxteel creates design with the objective of conveying metal productions as something that can be warm and friendly, giving metal objects life and creativity. Orchestrating their highly-skilled techniques with aesthetics that aim to build a close relationship between humans and everyday life, Douxteel will be launching several new series this year, including ‘The Shimmer’ series of tableware and home accessories at Downtown Design, created with a hand-made polished process using stainless steel, and titanium.

The Forum at Downtown Design In a series of talks and workshops, designed to support design professionals and enthusiasts, ‘The Forum’ offers creative, commercial and strategic industry insights by global and regional design experts. Themes will range from how to build a business in design, to managing clients in design firms and design marketing. Highlights include the award-winning Paris-based architect Lina Ghotmeh and India’s leading architect and curator Ashiesh Shah, who both feature on a panel championing the power of design, and multi-faceted interior designer Greg Natale, who will present a masterclass in achieving a successful design business. 38 | G&G _ Magazine

Denise Neri, who leads the architectural and conceptual design of Aesop stores worldwide, will lead a panel on the future of retail while Allesandro Minotti of the leading Italian furniture makers Minotti and Dara Huang, founder of multi-disciplinary studio Design Haus Liberty will speak to building design brands with staying power. Marcus Fairs, founder and editor-in-chief of Dezeen will lead a panel discussion exploring the design communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role as an agent of positive change. Downtown Editions | UAE The Little Bear Group is a conglomerate of leading companies that work in the domain of wood and timber worldwide. Little Bear Middle East bring their bespoke timber/resin and special glass artwork features to Downtown Design.

Downtown Editions | Ramallah, Saudi Arabia Jeel (meaning â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;generationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in Arabic) brings furniture pieces to Downtown Editions. Jeel's collection focuses on the traditional Palestinian embroidery, by preserving old techniques and designs with new modern pieces that fit interior spaces and homes. Jeel brings together new life using innovative and aesthetic elements, while preserving the soul of the human heritage.

Downtown Design | Bergamo, Italy The world of Ciclotte is the pure expression of contemporary living, where work and relax share fluid spaces and the same dimension, in a constant dialogue. Fitness is no more relegated to its functional aspects: idea, form and technology combines themselves to offer inimitable style and elegance within the most varied living contexts: from home to office, from gym to outdoor. The bike in glass will be launched in the Middle East, the result of this is a new revolution in the design furniture and fitness sectors.

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Exhibitions

In its fifth edition, Abwab designers are invited to take full creative responsibility for the outer and inner skins of their pavilion structures alongside developing the experiences within. Audiences will engage with the creative ideas of designers from Eastern Provinces of Saudi Arabia supported by Ithra, India and Lebanon who are tasked with redefining the experience of learning. 40 | G&G _ Magazine

Eastern Provinces of Saudi Arabia Interpreted by Azaz Architects A pavilion that reminisces the Saudi heritage through a minimalistic approach symbolizing simplicity and pureness. A journey into the Saudi culture, faith, tradition, and people. An interactive pavilion with an exterior sheet of traditional Saudi palm leaf weaving called SAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;AF. A steel frame enclosed holding the weaved material, resting on an array of white arched hallways where installations will be placed creating a memorable experience. The design reflects a contemporary take on a very traditional material creating an iconic yet simple piece of architecture. With the inclusion of arches and the Mihrab, we are giving homage to our country and celebrating the influence of Islamic architecture. Hence, restoring the Saudi heritage

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India Interpreted by the Busride Lab, Goa How do we store Memories? Current research shows that our Brains store memories throughout the Cortex, not in any single zone. This is why you sometimes forget something, only to remember it randomly later. Over 2 million Indians live in the UAE, with a treasure trove of memories and dreams. Our installation curates physical objects, from these collective dreams, memories of home, childhood stories, flavours, sights, smells and imaginations of self of this huge population. We will create a large Collective Neural Net of Exquisite Objects, a real-world Engram. Our Cabinet of Curiosities will enable visitors to trace their own memories through interacting with these artefacts, threading objects of personal significance to themselves, leaving behind a rich tapestry of memories. A Beautiful Repository. The Best of our Memories. The Best of Us.

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Lebanon Interpreted by T Sakhi How could we transform a wall, representing all the physiological & psychological barriers in Beirut, into an activator of connection, sociability, and awareness? The pavilion is a linear face-to-face configuration, separated by an omnipresent wall bursting with diverse elements representing Beirut’s load. It draws our emotions and nostlagia towards re-questioning our society and our lifestyle. As Lebanon is highly congested with physical and virtual barriers of religion, culture, political affiliations, social backgrounds, social media, privatized green space and many other factors, ‘Through the Wall’ creates a platform where diverse events stimulates interactions despite the obstacles, and allows strangers to intimately connect and discover one another. A sense of dichotomy is portrayed in the pavilion, creating a contrast between its simple peripheral outline, it’s chaotic intermediate space and its resiling connection points. The pavilion subtly represents Beirut’s act of socializing in its intricate social environment.

HERITAGE In prime position on Jernbanetorget Square, adjacent to the bustling Central Station in downtown Oslo, and just a short stride from the up-and-coming BjĂ¸rvika neighbourhood, Amerikalinjen Hotel is in the best position from which to explore this flourishing city.

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“JUST LIKE AMERICA WAS CALLED THE LAND OF OPPORTUNITY, TODAY NORWAY HAS BEEN GIVEN THE SAME TITLE; PEOPLE ARE COMING HERE FULL OF THE HOPES, DREAMS AND ASPIRATIONS THAT WE HAD WHEN WE LEFT. WE WANTED TO CREATE A HOTEL THAT TELLS THIS STORY OF ‘PEOPLE IN MOTION’ AND TO REJUVENATE AND BRING LIFE BACK TO THIS HISTORICAL BUILDING. THIS IS A HOTEL NOT JUST FOR GUESTS, BUT FOR EVERYONE.” Photography by Francisco Nogueira

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rompting the hotel’s concept of ‘people in motion’ is its. home inside the headquarters of the former cruise ship company, Norwegian America Line, which was designed by prolific Norwegian architects Andreas Bjercke and Georg Eliassen in 1919. Now, exactly a century later, the grand Neo-Baroque pile has been spruced up and polished by local firm Kritt Architects who, informed by the building’s decorative maritime trimmings, soaring vaulted ceilings, ornamental mouldings and grand staircases, have carved out 122 rooms and suites and a series of humming public spaces that includes four restaurants and bars and Vista - The Heritage Room.

An impressive art collection, curated by Sune Nordgren, takes its cues from America, with a vibrant and colourful offering that includes works by American figurative painter Alex Katz, former street artist Shepard Fairey, and a twoand-a-half-metre tall sculpture, called Towers – by British artist Julian Opie – which refers to the modernity of America.

The ground floor and basement present a series of vibrant public spaces for guests and locals alike where it's possible to lunch with family o simply have a drink. With its own curb-side entrance, Atlas is an all-day brasserie that serves an eclectic blend of European favourites, like oysters rockefeller or steak tartare, that has influenced New York’s culinary scene, while its grab-‘n’-go corner offers accessible healthy options like house made soups, quinoa salads or traditional Norwegian waffles topped with a savoury twist like fresh avocado, herbs, pickled onions and eggs. At the centre of the building, in a former open-air courtyard that, thanks to the addition of a glass ceiling, has smartly been transformed into a light, plant-filled indoor space, is the aptly named Haven. Here, while away the day tapping on your laptop with a cup of coffee and a tasty snack from the afternoon waffle trolley or, on weekends, tuck into the brunch menu. Named for the first point of entry in New York, after immigrant hopefuls got the nod from the authorities, Pier 42, with its low-slung velvet furnishings, parquet flooring and concealed lighting is the perfect setting from which to sip on classic cocktails, like the Bourbon whiskey-infused Old Fashioned made with recipes concocted by the former Head Barkeeper for the Norwegian America Line, Kåre Breiby.

Photography by Mauricio Fuertes

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Everything is bound together by a strong local tie that includes a uniform collection called In Motion, by Oslobased fashion brand, Holzweiler; lighting fixtures and special-occasion champagne glasses – reproductions of the ships’ originals – by glassblowing company, Hadeland; revived Norwegian mid-century furniture and lighting classics from companies Eikund and Northern.

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Led by the building’s original façade and wide corridors, the rooms are appropriately defined by their high ceilings and commanding paned windows, which either look out onto Jernbanetorget Square and the surrounding neighbourhood, the fjords, or an internal courtyard, while the suites – the Norwegian America Line’s former boardrooms – boast original ornate ceilings. Address: Jernbanetorget 2, 0154 - Oslo (Norway)

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Helsinki-based studio, Puroplan has smartly created a sense of space by separating the bathroom with a decorative white opaque glass panel and adding a smoked-glass mirrored wall behind the bed. These details also create a modern canvas for the collection of framed maps, photographs and old dining menus from the ships – uncovered during the building process – and for the furnishings, most of which are reproductions of original mid-century classic, like Veng, an armchair designed by Torbjørn Bekken in 1960; Briger Dahl’s Birdie table lamp (1952); and pendant lamps by age-old Norwegian glassblowing company, Hadeland, who also provided the ship’s original glassware.

NEW HORIZONS Liminal Studio, an interdisciplinary architecture and design practice, projected the nine Coastal Pavilions that present the newest accommodation offering at Freycinet Lodge, on the coastal edge, at the foothills of the striking Hazards Mountains, amongst the Tasmanian fauna and flora that make up the unique Freycinet National Park.

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Liminal drew inspiration for the new Coastal Pavilions from the fluid topography of the nearby bays and layered coastal granite rock formations, while paying homage to the character of the National Park they nestle into. In particular, the intimate embrace of the nearby Honeymoon Bay was one of the sources of inspiration for the fluid form of the pavilions. The water views and the intimacy of being nestled in the bush, further enabled through the expansive floor to ceiling windows, arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fully realized until the front door is opened. 58 | G&G _ Magazine

The site overlooks Great Oyster Bay as well as the dramatic granite Hazard Mountains, attracting travellers who wish to relax, explore the natural diversity of one of Tasmania’s oldest National Parks and admire the breathtaking beauty of Tasmania’s east coast. Liminal was then commissioned to transform the visitor experience through the conceptualisation, design and delivery of nine pavilions tailored to celebrate the scenic qualities of the unique setting. The Pavilions provide a point of difference to the existing 60 cabins, offering a quality, contemporary, ecosensitive, site specific experience.

“We have drawn inspiration from this unique setting to influence the architecture and interiors of the pavilions. The design has taken its cue from the fluidity and layers of the coastal rock formations, the colouring of the rich orange lichen and forms of the nearby bays. The exteriors are treated in a recessive way so as not to compete with this beautiful landscape.” - Peta Heffernan, Co-founding Director / Liminal Studio

The black, exterior protective shell is made of Red Ironbark that is charred – referencing the significance of fire in the bush environment, while also increasing the longevity of the timber and ensuring the pavilions are visually discreet. The design team was conscious that any insertion into the natural landscape had to be a backdrop that presented a quiet response to its immediate context. Considerable time was spent on site locating the pavilions to ensure the optimal experience of seclusion and immersion could be achieved. The solid form seen on approach plays an important role in the hide and reveal.

The simple colour palette that guided the choice of fabrics responds to the coastal textures and variety of greys, oranges and blues found in the nearby granite rocks, rich coloured lichen and deep blue ocean. The absence of right angles combined with curved forms, meant that the buildersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; skills were put to the test. The skill of the builders to achieve the meticulous detailing required, reminds us of what true craftsmanship is.

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Floor to ceiling curved windows bring the outdoors in, emphasizing the experience of being immersed in nature. The positioning and interplay of the living room and bedroom wing form an embrace reminiscent of nearby bays, protecting the generous deck and offering privacy to the outdoor bath. The interiors of the Pavilions are immersed in the warmth of Tasmanian timbers. Offcuts of Tasmanian Oak timber clad the walls, Blackwood and the only plywood to be manufactured locally, totally enwrap the interiors to emphasize a completely Tasmanian experience. Using and showcasing utilitarian and natural materials in innovative ways have created a unique atmosphere befitting of its setting. A holistic and integrated approach to the interiors results in the smooth flow of walls, surfaces and joinery, where all small hotel luxuries are available, but concealed so as not to detract from the experience of being immersed in nature. Address: Freycinet National Park, Coles Bay Rd, 7215 - Coles Bay (Australia) 62 | G&G _ Magazine

The design of the suites was influenced by the layering and shaping of the coastal rocks and clusters of rounded pebbles. They respond to the design of the pavilions’ curved forms. Each individual piece including a chaise lounge, a single seater and ottoman has been specifically designed to work together in multiple configurations depending on the mood of the guest, whether it’s lying down gazing out at the filtered light and water views, cuddling with a loved one while reading or watching the TV, or sitting up playing cards or the spy board game provided, using the ottoman as the table. They are designed to be moved around and attention to detail such as the treatment of the concealed ‘feet’ so the floors remain unscratched is consistent with the rigour that has been applied to the design of the pavilions.

Coffee table was designed by Liminal Objects, the furniture and product design arm of Liminal Studio. This piece combines modern nanotechnology with traditional pakana Aboriginal basket making, a celebration of the timeless act of gathering and sharing.

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The PuXuan Hotel and Spa, the latest luxury hotel by Urban Resort Concepts (URC), has officially opened its doors alongside the Guardian Art Centre in an iconic state-of-the-art building at the intersection of WangFuJing Street and WuSi Street in Beijing.

As a transformative solution to Beijingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s urban landscape, the architecture by acclaimed German architect Ole Scheeren pays tribute to its surroundings while delicately striking a balance of old and new.

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Inside the hotel, a beautiful inner courtyard, the focal point of traditional Beijing homes, along with beautifully crafted and intuitive spaces, connect guests to the quintessential Beijing experience, rooted in authenticity and context.

Seamlessly combining contemporary design with the expansive history and rich culture of Beijing – the design, amenities and culinary experiences at The PuXuan pay homage to its local heritage while redefining the luxury landscape in the vibrant capital. Comprising 92 rooms and 24 suites, handcrafted and artisanal furniture by SHANG XIA, only the finest materials available and state-of-the-art technology create a guestroom experience unparalleled in the capital today. The hotel’s design – brought to life by Shanghai-based design firm MQ-studio – seamlessly integrates luxury and understated metaphorical design throughout the modern sphere. Each area within the hotel features contemporary design details emphasised by uniquely Chinese cultural influences, handcrafted furniture, and artisanal pieces.

Taking inspiration from the elaborate carved stone thresholds to the doorways of traditional hutongs, guests are greeted by five pairs of menduns, welcoming them to their home in Beijing. Stepping into the elegantly furnished arrival reception on level one, guests will be enveloped by a sense of imperial ritual and tranquility. The PuXuan is rooted in a guest service philosophy of Hostmanship™; hotel staff are dedicated to creating a genuinely respectful and tailored experience encompassing the spirit of intuitiveness and generosity at its very core. Tea Room is a serene and calm hideaway from Beijing’s hustle and bustle with views across a traditional Beijing neighbourhood all the way towards the Forbidden City, in a space where natural light dominates a simple yet elegant space. Adjacent to the reception and designed as a seamless extension around the hotel’s green and daylit central courtyard, lies The Lobby Lounge. A series of handsome and carefully curated spaces make it the perfect place in which to converse or in which to create.

“We are in such a unique and historical location that allows us to provide visitors to Beijing a one-of-a-kind experience. My team and I look forward to welcoming guests on this unique journey of discovery in what we envision will be the Beijing’s foremost luxury hotel.” - Mark Wouters, General Manager of The PuXuan

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Designed like a personal townhouse apartment, guests of The PuXuan Club have 24-hour access to a new level of “privilege”. A tall and handsome lounge space, private meeting rooms, outdoor spaces, a library, state-of-the-art technology and a domestic kitchen and dining area designed by industry leaders Bulthaup afford all Club guests a seamless entry into a world that revolves not only around their home comforts, but also around their needs for additional amenities and facilities reserved for only a few. A true oasis in the heart of the city, The PuXuan also features URC’s proprietary UR SPA that will offer bespoke treatments by CHA LING – “L’Esprit du Thé”, a brand developed by LVMH research in France that harvests the power of traditional Chinese medicine with the art of French beauty, as well as organic formulations by one of the industry-leading creators of wellness products COMFORT ZONE.

The openings of Rive Gauche and Fu Chun Ju signal welcome and overdue additions to the culinary scene in Beijing, where guests will discover a new appreciation for local provenance as they enjoy seasonal menus that highlight the unique flavors of the finest, local and heirloom ingredients. A slice of bohemian Paris right in the heart of Beijing, Rive Gauche perfectly encapsulates French “bistronomy” cuisine, where Executive Chef Ivan Miguez interprets French classics with his own personal twist, imbued with influences from his travels around the globe, paired with his keen eye for detail and perfection from his years spent in numerous Michelin-starred kitchens. The space is intelligently designed to include a variety of dining, lounge, and bar, private and outdoor spaces and constitutes the venue of choice for its exquisite food offerings, expertly-crafted cocktails and exceptional wine selection in a sophisticated yet vibrant atmosphere that draws inspiration from the Parisian comptoir or “counter” culture. Fu Chun Ju offers a journey into the extraordinary, culinary world of Chef Waikit Yeung; one in which he and his team pay homage to time-honoured Cantonese flavours, interpreted in contemporary and exciting new ways. Designed as a contemporary tribute to the capital’s traditional Hutong home, the thoughtfully conceived variety of non-intrusive open and private spaces with their clean and simple lines, feature Beijing’s famed hues with an aesthetic of amber glass, delicate timbers and stone. With a strong emphasis on seasonality of ingredients, Chef Yeung’s cuisine is characterised by its meticulous preparation and nuanced flavours, be it his delicate dim sum, roast meats, claypot dishes or his exquisite seafood preparations.

Drawing from Chinese forms but with an unexpected modern twist, custom designed lighting fixtures by The Flaming Beacon feature prominently in creating the magical aura of an urban resort while keeping true to the destination's heritage. 70 | G&G _ Magazine

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The rooms epitomise Beijingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charm and heritage with a luxurious and contemporary aesthetic. Handcrafted and artisanal furniture, only the finest materials available and state of the art technology create a guest room experience unparalleled in the capital today. Framing uninterrupted views across The Forbidden City, the generous and open space makes use of all the natural daylight while featuring a designated living, dining, work and lounge area. The intelligently designed bathroom either seamlessly integrates into the room experience or can be enclosed as an entirely private space. Address: No.1 WangFuJing Street, Dongcheng District,100006 - Beijing (China)

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LIVING IN A DREAM ALTIDO, A PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY SPECIALIZED IN ALTERNATIVE HOSPITALITY, HAS JUST LAUNCHED THE FIRST BOUTIQUE APARTHOTEL RIGHT IN THE HEART OF MILAN (VIEW OF GALLERIA VITTORIO EMANUELE) - ALTIDO GALLERIA.

"We take care of every single property in order to ensure a

memorable experience for the guests and a profitable

investment for the owners."

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n the center with a privileged view of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele a stone's throw from the Duomo, the hotel is an exclusive and excellent accommodation that combines the comforts of a high-end hotel with the privacy and privacy of an apartment. A smart and technologically innovative solution, developed through a technically defined redevelopment project of "strip out", thanks to which a former office of 700 square meters in one of the most prestigious areas of Milan, has been completely renovated with receptive purpose.

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The concept was designed by Rinnow!, a company specialized in the design and supply of furnishing solutions and smart technologies specific to homes and other types of buildings dedicated to hospitality. The Rinnow! Team, composed of architects Ludovico Ugati and Andrea Quartieri, in collaboration with Altido, aimed to guarantee high standards in terms of design and technology for those who choose to stay in the heart of the city. Not a hotel and not an apartment, but twelve unique accommodations, characterized by sizes ranging from 27 to 42 square meters and furnished in every detail, as well as corridors and two common lounge areas. The most demanding can stay in two high-level suites with a privileged view of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and the Duomo.

Each room has a high-speed wi-fi connection, a TV hotel up to 65 '' with dedicated content and a technological solution designed by Rinnow! Already used in other facilities of Altido, able to monitor some safety indicators and the well-being of guests such as the quality of the air in the environment or the waste of energy. Through this technology the ALTIDO team is able to act promptly and even remotely to make guests' stay more peaceful and pleasant. In addition, the guest can independently access Altido Galleria, opening the entrance to the structure and his bedroom with his own mobile phone, using technology and an app already integrated in the Rinnow solution! and developed in collaboration with Vikey, one of the most successful Italian start-ups for remote opening and online check-in management. Using the web app you can also take advantage of various value-added services such as airport transfers, gourmet dinners, wine and champagne card with room service, laundry service, parking and booking of city and local visits. Address: 8 Via Ugo Foscolo, 20121 - Milan (Italy)

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THE KEY TO SUCCESS MERITXELL RIBÉ AND JOSEP PUIGDOMÈNECH, FOUNDERS OF THE ROOM STUDIO, PROJECTED AN INTERIOR DESIGN COMPLETED WITH A STYLING WORK INSIDE A HOUSE LOCATED ON THE MAIN FLOOR OF A ROYAL ESTATE OF THE EIXAMPLE OF BARCELONA.

The Room Studio opted for a careful selection of materials and pieces of furniture giving the house character and personality. Natural textures and fabrics were chosen accompanied by a very neutral color palette. It was possible to provide warmth and soften the most solid spaces, dressing them with pieces of great presence and without saturating the area using a large number of elements.

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mplitude, luminosity and warmth take place in this housing project where one of the main objectives was to obtain open spaces and cozy ambiances. The Room Studio prioritizes comfort, aesthetics, creativity and technology to have success in this project. The main premise of its owners was to make a new distribution of the spaces obtaining a linear circulation and articulating the house in three large areas: the day area, night area, and a discreet area of guests and dedicated to the service. A detailed program of needs was carried out where a proposal was offered that would fit each of the requirements and understand their lifestyle meeting

expectations. The day zone can be defined as the area destined for social life, there are: the living room, the dining room, the kitchen and a secondary room. Both the main hall and the dining room share the same space, maintaining an open dialogue that extends to the bright gallery. The living room was equipped so that it met all the needs of its owners, thus a central table was included in the dining room next to a false fireplace that was accompanied with custom-made furniture. The gallery was designed creating a collected and very welcoming environment, using soft tones and earth along with recovered elements and notes of suspended vegetation. A corner dedicated to nature was obtained, with lots of natural light and that would also be used as a work area.

This house has large volumes thanks to the open spaces that have a height of approximately 4 meters. So, wide and open areas were obtained where natural light and lighting were enhanced. However, the low height of the open steps of the loadbearing walls is surprising. This reason conditioned the dimension of some of the doors in the reform process.

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were combined with more contemporary ones, creating a room with classical reminiscence that is reduced with the use of more informal elements. Here a two-colored floor of octagonal pieces and tacos in white and anthracite was placed, obtaining a classic and elegant composition.

The night area was oriented to the street and was defined as the area for the rest of the owners. In this wing is located the suite room with its own bathroom included and custommade dressing room with large capacity closets. In the bathroom, a clean and undistracted space was obtained, where you could breathe a warm and comfortable atmosphere along with ambient lighting.

In this project, decorative lighting has a special role with a total of approximately twenty different references. The set that forms next to the technical lighting gave the space a range of different lighting environments.

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Color notes were always included while maintaining the range of pastel colors, they were combined with discreet prints used in both cushions and bedding.

The children's room was designed in a wide and very bright way, it was arranged so that in the future it could be separated creating two independent rooms. Neutral tones were used applying notes of pastel colors and pink touches.

For the floors an oak parquet was chosen, transmitting nobility and quality to the space. While the microcement was used in bath and showers, combining it with glazed ceramic tiles of different colors, formats and following different placement patterns. 92 | G&G _ Magazine

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Like always, the designers wanted to take the holistic approach by bringing eclectic design features into the home. To achieve this effect, they decided on opening up the space and making it borderless, starting by demolishing a large part of the outer walls. In the inner expanse, the number of doors was kept to a minimum, making the platform appear wide open and all-encompassing. 96 | G&G _ Magazine

ocated in Dubai, the residence is a silhouette of traditional Middle Eastern architecture and is surrounded by vast scenery that gave an all-encompassing perspective on the project. While the bold architecture was an ode to the heritage that it reflected, the designers wanted to incorporate some modernity into the space to create a dynamic combination. The impeccable team of designers took a two-step objective that would implement the brandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design philosophy and make the space an intimate experience for the user at the same time.

Upon inspecting the area, there was an overwhelming villa that stood in the middle of an empty plot that greeted the designers. Since the aim was to renovate and not reconstruct, only a few amendments could be made to the wide open space outside the villa. After some consideration, the designers decided that a rich garden would bring a natural aspect to the scene. Further down the line, they wanted to establish a smooth flow from one medium to another i.e. from the soil of the garden to the concrete of the villa, which is why they made arrangements to have the interior absorb a part of the garden. Fixed furniture was used to show continuity and seamless transition from the wall surface to utility shelves and the same approach was adopted for recessed light fixtures as well.

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Bulky features that restrict the aesthetic circulation, such as the parapets in the patio, were removed, and enchanting French doors were added to grace the main opening points.

Meanwhile, the upstairs venue connected the home to the outer garden. By doing so, not only is there a channel to receive more natural light, but it gives a multidimensional view from one room to another, and further into the lush greenery of the garden. Combining the villa and outer garden as one whole structure played upon the eclectic theme and also offers users the opportunity to experience the villa in all its glory from the outside and vice versa. By acting upon this vision, the designers gave the same semi-matte finish on both the inner and outer surfaces of the villa. Whether it was the staircase, ceiling, flooring or the outer surfaces, everything appeared to have been made of the same material. Truly radiating the principles of an Avant-Garde imagination, this residence in Umm Suqeim struck a balance between the natural, holistic structure the villa represented and the postmodern accessories that adorned the interior.

This left SFD*to work with the remaining dominant feature of the space, the bold shape, and personality of the villa. Wanting to preserve the authentic beauty of the villaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s raw architecture, the designers worked on the interior as if the whole structure had been carved from a huge mass. Inspired by caves that lie near the cliffs, they wanted the interior of the villa to reflect the exterior.

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The elegant residence of the glamorous Upper-East side of New York was designed by Pepe Calderin, an interior design agency that has garnered recognition for its fresh, energetic, visionary approach to the modern design process, where the philosophy is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Space has no boundaries and has limitless possibilitiesâ&#x20AC;?.

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«Space has no boundaries and has limitless possibilities.» Pepe Calderin is always looking for fostering an intimate connection with the client each project becomes a distinctive reflection of their unique personality, lifestyle, and spirit. For this design project, the client was a big art lover and had some painting with a rockRoll Vibe which signing. Wanting the design to complement the paintings with the Rock-n-Roll vibe, Pepe chooses to travel back to the midcentury’s where Rock-n-Roll was born, with the pops of color, and the signature brass and velvet touch typical to the ‘50s & ‘60s. Something noteworthy about this apartment’s design, and typical to the Pepe Calderin Style, is the way he plays with light, the openness, and the flow. The movement from room to room is so organic, it almost feels like water.

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However, the living room deserves special appreciation. Pepe Calderin thought of everything in this room. Placing a statue in a living room could be risky, but having it look

out over the Hudson River and passing boats considering the client’s a big boat liver as well. This is every boat lover’s dream and you can’t imagine the room without it.

As the stage is perfectly set, what completes this mid-century essence of rock-n-roll is Lorenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Armchair of the Portuguese furniture brand Essential Home. The vibrant armchair echoes through the room and captures the captivating design of this apartment.

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Designed by SAOTA, this family summer house in Saint Tropez, France, is a contemporary interpretation of traditional Mediterranean Riviera architecture.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;When we first went onto the site, we found it lovely that you could look up into the pine forest and experience those amazing volumes under the canopies of the pines. That became an important cue when we developed the design.â&#x20AC;? - Stefan Antoni, SAOTA Director

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ree from the constraints of the historical vernacular, the project became an opportunity to advance the expression of form, space, and lifestyle associated with the location. The house is arranged between two rectilinear side wings that embrace a central courtyard. The bedrooms occupy all of one wing, plus the top level of the second, while the kitchen and dining areas are located downstairs. The main suite has a dedicated staircase that provides access from a double-volume private lounge. The main living and entertainment areas are positioned in the central high-volumed void between the wings, capped with a dramatically folded floating roof, which imparts a sense of grandeur to the interiors. The folded shape of the roof, formed using raw wooded planks in a subtle reference to the pines, not only echoes the cascading terraces of the landscape but also contrasts with the straight-lined geometry of the wings on either side. SAOTA Director Phillippe FouchĂŠ, lead architect on the project, said that the fold in the roof plays a structural role too, enabling a 12-meter span without any columns. Positioning the house towards the back of the site created the opportunity for the living spaces to step down with the terraced landscape, seamlessly extending the useable space. SAOTAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approach explored various strategies to maximise the perception of space, such as cavity doors to blur the distinction between interior and exterior spaces and allow the cool summer breezes to flow through the house. The central pool, which cascades down an incline linking a martini seating area with the main swimming pool together with the clean lines of the side wings, accentuates the lines of perspective, exaggerating the length of the property, leading the eye to the horizon and further contributing to the illusion of space.

“Our first objective was to try to maximise the perception of space. We did that by creating generous outdoor covered spaces, which make it feel as if the interiors spill outwards and extend to the front of the site.” - Phillippe Fouché, SAOTA Director

Along its eastern side, Le Pine riffs on the local architectural vernacular, which typically features thick walls and an emphatic distinction between interior and exterior. Where the entrance path ascends from the off-street parking area below the house through floating platforms in the garden, the house presents an exaggeratedly weighty, solid façade with only small apertures. Not only does this create privacy for the rooms in this wing, but it also leads residents and guests on a journey of discovery towards the threshold. Fouché points out, however, that these heavy walls float above the ground in a contemporary interpretation of the traditional typology, hinting at the modern, open volume beyond the relatively understated entrance. Beyond the pivot door, the light-infused living and entertainment space is revealed in a moment of drama and surprise. 114 | G&G _ Magazine

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“Wherever we could, we tried to drop light into the volumes.” - Phillippe Fouché, SAOTA Director

The interior was conceived as a gallery-typed space, which involved not only creating clear open areas but also inviting the light in, particularly from above. Carefully placed clerestory windows wash the interior with natural light and provide framed glimpses of the canopy of pines on the slopes above the property, which also helped determine the section of the undulating ceiling. Other frameless windows and apertures capture views of surrounding courtyards, further integrating interior and exterior and knitting the house into its setting.

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The interior finishes contrast raw, expressive concrete on the soffit, for example, with dark marble cladding on the rear walls, lighter stone towards the front of the house and vein-cut travertine floors. The natural materiality emphasises the architecture as an extension of the landscape, while the dark stone towards the back of the living area accentuates the illusion of depth, further enhancing the sense of space.

Bold, rather than brash

Benyei Architectural Studio completed the residential luxury project where the architect and interior designer team faced the challenge of thinking about what luxury really means in the Pest County, Hungary.

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he word ‘luxury’ can have quite a breadth of meaning behind it, with each person’s understanding of what constitutes something as luxurious being specific to their own tastes. The problem is that it’s easy to fall into a trap of excess, where numerous displays of wealth and grandeur equate a lavish lifestyle. For any architect, finding their client’s personal understanding of luxury is the first step, and only then can it be tempered to be made subtle and sophisticated. A meeting point where lavish elegance be met with the warmth necessary for a family home. Born from a close cooperation between client and architect, this family home designed by Benyei Architectural Studio is a testament to the sort of building that can come from a bold and compelling idea and an architect that can enhance such boldness while still maintaining a keen eye for sophistication and brevity. And while luxury was an underpinning facet of the build, it was a careful, “Fortunately, the homeowner tactful understanding of moderation that has helped turn it into something noteworthy. was open to making even more Take the reception room of the house, for of an impact with moderation. example, a six-meter-high space that is not over In the architecture of luxury the top in filling the space with ostentatious houses, the aesthetic quality is choice of materials. A considered hand guided its often not due to crowdedness design and as such it is a space dominated by and grandeur, but instead to the air, not fragmented into separate living areas but rather left intact as one airy zone. Together with generosity of space.” - István Bényei, the head of the studio architect Gábor Filippinyi and interior designer Dóra Sáfrán, Bényei and the team were able to craft a building that found a balance between luxury and moderation that has become doubly breathtaking thanks to the purposeful decision to leave such a huge space open and intact.

This sense of careful moderation is clear from the outside, too, where the home is simple, clean and yet still vibrant. Its subdued elegance came from the great effort that was put into hiding more than it shows. By day there is a dynamism to the structure, one that radiates with its own purpose and power. And yet by night this gives way to a softer side of the building, the lights of the home illuminating the house, the garden and the surrounding fence. The softness is echoed in the large textile shading that protects the home, sheltering it and adding to its secluded sense of vulnerability. The large 1,600-squarefoot garden and the building’s connected terraces enhance that sense of openness and equally become an integral part of the structure. It was crucial for Benyei’s team to ensure there was a purity to the building and born from that was its cavernous sense of attachment to the land, as though it is a natural part of the surrounding environment as it seems to subtly emerge from it rather than exist within it. Constructed over the course of four years, the 517square-foot building recalls a simplicity from its monolithic appearance; the reinforced concrete creates a stoic and strong approach to its elegance. The architectural inspiration of the 1930s complements an aesthetic design of the 1960s, both of which were a driving force behind the look of the building and something that is typical of the architectural studio. Perhaps the interior design of the home is the aspect that is most significant in maintaining a luxurious yet tactful style, filled with clean shapes and an elegant use of space rather than overloading with ornate and unnecessary decoration. The family home’s rooms feature interior design solutions that make great use of premium materials. The living room wall, for example, is covered with threedimensional tiles created by KAZA Concrete. The textiles of the room - its cushions, curtains and blankets - were designed by textile designer Andrea Hegedűs at the request of the architectural firm. 124 | G&G _ Magazine

The centrepiece is in the dining room, however, where a customdesigned Manooi crystal chandelier hovers above an Italian volcanic rock table. Rather than an overuse of design, luxury in this family home comes from the understanding of quality rather than quantity. By paying attention to the exacting qualities of construction, materials and elegant design, Benyei Architectural Studio brought luxury to the forefront with a smart and careful sophistication.

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On top of all this and thanks to its structural solutions, this new family home meets the criteria of a passive house since its energy is provided by a geothermal system. By combining a contemporary approach to technology with classic modernism, the structure has captured a sense of luxury interpreted as grandiose 21st Century elegance.

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a new beginning STUDIO MARCO VERMEULEN, A DESIGN OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE RESEARCH, HAS DEALT WITH THE RENOVATION OF THE BIESBOSCH MUSEUM IN THE TOWN OF WERKENDAM, THE NETHERLANDS. 130 | G&G _ Magazine

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he museum has been completely transformed and extended with a new wing that opens to its beautiful surroundings and houses a restaurant and temporary exhibition space for contemporary art. The permanent exhibition that explains the historical development of the region has also been totally revamped. A large water model of the Biesbosch and a freshwater tidal park are also planned on the Museum Island. Water safety was the key reason for the development of the Biesbosch Museum Island. As part of a national water safety programme, the 4450-hectare Noordwaard polder has been turned into a water-retention area. Outlets on either side of the Biesbosch Museum were dug to create a new island. For most visitors, the Biesbosch

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Museum is the starting point for exploring the Biesbosch National Park. The museum, however, was outdated and not equipped to accommodate the growing visitor numbers. A lack of adequate catering facilities was particularly urgent. Moreover, the presentation of the collection needed an overhaul. To avoid any unnecessary waste of material or energy, the hexagonal structure of the original Biesbosch Museum pavilions has been retained, and a new 1000 m2 wing was added on the south-western side of the building. Featuring large areas of fenestration, the wing opens to the museum garden on the island. The extension houses an organic restaurant that offers views of the adjacent water and landscape, and space for temporary exhibitions.

The old and new sections of the museum are surrounded by earthworks and covered with a roof of grass and herbs. The roof adds ecological value, creating a sculptural object that reads as land art and, at the same time, manifests itself in the surrounding landscape. A fold in the roof gives way to an adventurous mountain trail and a lookout post.

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state-of-the-art heat-resistant glass that eliminates the need for blinds. The earthworks on the north-western side and the green roof serve as additional insulation and a heat buffer. On cold days, a biomass stove maintains the building at the right temperature through floor heating. On warm days, water from the river flows through the same piping to cool the building.

Sanitary wastewater is purified through a willow filter: the first in the Netherlands and an acknowledgement of the wicker culture of the Biesbosch. Willows absorb the wastewater and the substances it contains, among them nitrogen and phosphate. These substances act as nutrients and help the willow to grow. The purified water is discharged into the adjacent wetland area and flows from there into the river. Once the willows are sawn and dried, the wood can be used as fuel in the biomass stove in the museum or for other purposes.

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The Biesbosch has a rich history in harvesting and processing natural materials and is bio-based avant la lettre. The museum therefore provides space for art, preferably made of natural materials from the Biesbosch itself, in the new wing and on the island. Midway through the last century, the impressive sturgeon and salmon disappeared from the waters of the Biesbosch. With the opening of the Haringvliet locks and the cleaner water in the river, the likelihood of a return of these distinctive species has increased. The indoor pond at the restaurant hints at the return of the sturgeon. The new permanent exhibition offers a rich overview of the history of the Biesbosch, the culture and the collection of the museum. The unique story of the Biesbosch is displayed in seven pavilions, covering its history from the Elizabeth Flood of 1421 to its current status as a recreational area. The residents, economy, crafts and nature are displayed in multimedia spaces that stimulate all senses. Original film material and photographs, interviews and tools present a personal and vivid account of the area and its residents.

EMBRACING NATURE Designed by LWK + PARTNERS, The LOOP is the sales gallery for Shun Shan Fu, a low-density residential development composed of various luxurious villas and houses in Chongqing, China. Conceived as a brilliant gem hovering on top of the magnificent landscape of Zhaomu Mountain, the gallery represents power and style but with a softer side that embraces the shapes of nature.

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The LOOP features two showrooms linked by a crescent-shaped glassbottomed bridge named The Skywalk, which is aesthetically pleasing and pragmatic in function. With the use of full steel frame structure and an onion-ring-like cladding system, the undulating forms of The LOOP echo and integrate with the dynamic contours of the site, while The Skywalk grants visitors an unobstructed view of the valley to admire the lush greeneries. The project had tight design and construction schedules. Steep slopes and relatively low accessibility of the site also posed limitations on the transportation and size of materials, which added to the overall difficulty of the construction process. In response, a full steel frame was efficiently adopted to accelerate the construction process and comply with the schedule, while also giving the project its signature dynamicity to complement the natural landscape. The steel frame also enabled The LOOP to move beyond the separation of supporting structure and external cladding, at the same time allowing the two to engage in a meaningful interaction.

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To reflect the status of the project, quality stone slabs were sourced for the cladding. The slabs are arranged in a horizontal manner, and stacked vertically on varying levels. The adjustable space between the rings allows room to accommodate discrepancies in the slab dimensions.

RUSTIC TOUCHES

Founded by Christoph Zeller and Ingrid Moye, the architectural studio Zeller & Moye with bases in Mexico City and Berlin has designed the rural housing in the Mexican state of Colima.

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ased on modules, the house takes form from a single box that can be multiplied and arranged freely according to the site, budget and needs of each family. The modular system allows for single-story as well as multi-story arrangements and thus for flexibility for future family extension. Other than typical houses where all rooms are under one roof, here each room is arranged as a separate space with a front door and a roofed terrace. Playfully connected together, the rooms create a house that is interwoven with the landscape where each room is accessed off the surrounding garden instead of through a traditional corridor space.

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with its rooms expanding onto terraces and open garden areas, allowing the residents to benefit from the refreshing microclimate that the plants provide even during peak temperatures. The base arrangement of the house comprises two bedrooms, one kitchen/dining room, and a bathroom. Additionally, outdoor elements within the garden such as a cooking pit, a tub, and table and benches complete the house.

Traditional elements that are typically found within a garden of a rural house such as an outdoor tub, a wood fire stove and a dining table are reintroduced in the form of modern elements within the garden allowing the inhabitants to use the house as they are used to in traditional houses. Roofed terraces to the street allow for social interaction and offer the possibility of commercial activities.

The concrete frame structure of the house is resistant against earthquakes. Adobe blocks that were manufactured on site by locals form the solid walls as infills to the concrete framework.

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The adobe provides a natural climate buffer by absorbing excess humidity and cool the interior with its thermal mass during the day, making this house a sustainable example for rural architecture.

All windows and doors are made of a bamboo lattice structure that allows for a constant modest air circulation within the rooms. The panels can open gradually to control privacy and natural ventilation as well as provide shading to the garden areas when folded outwards.

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NATURAL LIGHT BEIJING DAXING INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IS A NEW AIRPORT IN THE DAXING DISTRICT 46KM SOUTH OF THE CITY CENTRE DESIGNED BY ZAHA HADID ARCHITECTS WITH AIM TO ALLEVIATE CONGESTION AT THE CAPITALâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EXISTING AIRPORT.

Six flowing forms within the terminal’s vaulted roof reach to the ground to support the structure and bring natural light within, directing all passengers towards the central courtyard. Natural light also enters the terminal via a network of linear skylights that provide an intuitive system of navigation throughout the building, guiding passengers to and from their departure gates.

eijing Daxing International Airport is the result of an excellent collaboration between dedicated teams of professionals in China and around the world, resulting in a uniquely contemporary building defined by its context and programme. Beijing Daxing’s terminal was designed by its Joint Design Team (JDT) under the leadership of the Beijing New Airport Headquarters (BNAH), bringing together ADP Ingénierie (ADPI) and Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) to collaborate on the optimised design, subsequently working with BIAD (Beijing Institute of Architecture and Design) and CACC (China Airport Construction Company) to deliver the project. The collaboration between ADPI and ZHA yielded a new functional layout that is integrated with, and expressed by, the terminal’s fluid architectural language and spatial design. Within the JDT, ZHA functioned as the Terminal Design Architect, providing a unified architectural language across the terminal, from the exterior forms of the building to the seamless architecture of the interior and the distributed pod planning arrangement for the retail design. ADPI acted as the Terminal Planning Architect for the project, leading the development of the terminal’s functional and technical specifications. Following the completion of the JDT unified design scheme, the project was delivered by Local Design Institutes BIAD and CACC, responsible for the detailed design and delivery of the terminal building’s architecture; and the technical design and implementation of the terminal’s aviation functionality as well as the apron, runways and air traffic systems. The close partnership between BIAD and ZHA, in particular on the interiors of the terminal, benefitted from ongoing collaboration between the two firms on multiple architectural projects across China, ensuring Beijing Daxing’s terminal has been delivered to the highest standards. 156 | G&G _ Magazine

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Initially serving 45 million passengers per year, Beijing Daxing will accommodate 72 million travellers by 2025 and is planned for further expansion to serve up to 100 million passengers and 4 million tonnes of cargo annually. Beijing Daxing’s 700,000m² passenger terminal includes an 80,000m² ground transportation centre offering direct connections to Beijing, the national highspeed rail network and local train services, providing a catalyst for economic development in Tianjin and Hebei Province. Recently assigned the airport code ‘PKX’ by the International Air Transport Association, Beijing Daxing sets a new standard in air transport services, serving the region’s growing population within a compact and efficient passenger terminal that is adaptable for future growth. Echoing principles Five aircraft piers radiate directly from the terminal’s main central court where all passenger within traditional services and amenities are located, enabling passengers to walk the comparatively short Chinese architecture distances through the airport without the need for automated shuttle trains. As a result, the that organise terminal’s compact design minimises distances between check-in and gate, as well as interconnected spaces connections between gates for transferring passengers. This radial configuration ensures around a central the farthest boarding gate can be accessed in a walking time of less than 8 minutes. courtyard, the terminal’s design guides all passengers seamlessly through the relevant departure, arrival or transfer zones towards the grand courtyard at its centre – a multi-layered meeting space at the heart of the terminal. The compact radial design of the terminal allows a maximum number of aircraft to be parked directly at the terminal with minimum distances from the centre of the building, providing exceptional convenience for passengers and flexibility in operations. 79 gates with airbridges connect directly to the terminal which can rapidly process the passengers of six full A380 aircraft simultaneously.

Photovoltaic power generation is installed throughout the airport to provide a minimum capacity of at least 10MW. Beijing Daxing's centralised heating with waste heat recovery is supported by a composite ground-source heat pump system incorporating a concentrated energy supply area of nearly 2.5 million mÂ˛. The airport also implements rainwater collection and a water management system that employs the natural storage, natural permeation and natural purification of up to 2.8 million cubic meters of water in new wetlands, lakes and streams to prevent flooding and counter the summer â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;heat islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; effect on the local microclimate. 160 | G&G _ Magazine

Structural spans of up to 100m create the terminalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s generous public spaces and allow the highest degree of flexibility for any future reconfiguration.

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