Even the humblest of meals can be a joy in the right setting. Picking the right table is a tricky task, especially nowadays, when designers offer such a broad variety of options. Let us walk through some of the contemporary versions of the commonest of things.
Shipping containers are extensively used by logistics firms. The question is: what do we do with these after their expected life is over? The answer provided by architects and designers consists in reusing containers by turning them into dwelling, commercial or public spaces. They are basically modified, put and stuck together like legos. This trend is a new prototype of sustainable architecture and lightweight mobility.
Being in good health is a natural wish of each human being. When things go not exactly according to the plan, we seek help from professionals. Many do that reluctantly, as traditional white hospital walls and corridors void of any distinctions are not the most pleasant environment. Yet the contemporary reality of health care centers is no longer intimidating: hospitals and other medical facilities get new looks thus helping the patients and doctors improve their experiences.
Pavilions are smaller and lighter structures built to serve multiple purposes: from pure decorative to statement-making, to convey a message or host events. Contemporary designers and architects use cutting edge technology and principles of sustainability to create their pavilion masterpieces.
A mosque, or masjid in Arabic, combines practicality with continuity and a sense of tradition for Muslims worldwide. As it is a spiritual place, a mosque’s architectural features very much depend on the culture, heritage, and resources of each local community. When newly built or refurbished, their contemporary design and craftsmanship of fulfillment are well worth taking a look at.
Cultural centers that formerly could be summed up as institutions set up to promote culture and arts are now being transformed into cultural hubs. New buildings for cultural centers are more than just a cluster of venues, they often include museums, galleries and performance centers with supporting attractions such as food services and retail spots.
Amazing architecture and construction technology of a building rising high above a city’s average skyline are representation of human aspirations to reach impressive heights. Back in the 19th century a building as tall as 10 storeys was defined as a skyscraper, while today steel framed and curtain walled high rise buildings feature at least 40 floors. Offices, residential blocks or retail spaces – skyscrapers continue their advance into modern cities, constantly competing for new heights and designs. Let us have a look at just some of them.
Would be fair to say that pretty all urban residents want to sometimes escape from the busy life they are leading. The idea of having a place outside the city premises, where nothing overloads our tired nervous system, is very appealing. A retreat is neither a holiday destination, nor a sanatorium where you still have people around. It rather is a simplistic and isolated spot to relax and recharge.
Bridges help us move forward despite natural or technogenic obstacles. With the earliest known bridges being fallen trees and stepping stones, we’ve a long way – today they please the eye with a broad variety of engineering solutions and designs. Yet architects keep surprising us with new ideas and implementations of most unusual projects.
Humanity is more and more concerned about the amount of waste that leads to pollution of our habitat. With the advance of technology and science new long-lasting materials hit the world’s markets leaving the planet with a heap of waste: both from production and household use. Progressive thinking designers are in search of ways to turn waste into raw materials for new items.
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