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August 9, 2020

Architect Kengo Kuma Wrapped a Giant Wooden “Nest” Around a Building in Sydney

Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, known for his innovative use of wood, has made a splash with his first building in Australia. Located in Sydney's Darling Square, The Exchange is a mixed-use civic building whose entire exterior is wrapped with timber to create a visually stunning nest around its windows.

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July 25, 2020

How the Florence Cathedral Spent Centuries Under Construction to Become a Beloved Landmark

From its scarlet red dome to its beckoning bell tower, the Santa Maria del Fiore is an architectural gem.

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July 17, 2020

Picturesque Bridge in China Creates Serenely Symmetrical Reflection in Water

If you look at this photo and start humming Simon and Garfunkel, no one would blame you.

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July 11, 2020

Photos of Abandoned Churches Display the Decadent Beauty Left Behind in Ruins

Some photographers take pleasure in capturing pristine environments. But for others, their creativity is sparked by photographing the beauty of what once was. This is particularly true for Roman Robroek, who merges his love of photography, travel, architecture, cultural heritage, and adventure by seeking out abandoned buildings. One of his most haunting set of images shows a huge variety of churches across Europe in different states of decay.

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July 10, 2020

Amazing Home Renovation Transforms a Dusty Attic Into a Lavish Walk-In Closet

Many of us wish we had more closet space.

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June 28, 2020

IKEA Unveils ‘Home of Tomorrow’ to Inspire Sustainability as a Plant-Filled Urban Oasis

IKEA is looking toward the future with a fresh home design.

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June 21, 2020

6 Prefab Shed Makers Crafting Chic Modern Architecture for Your Backyard

Adding on to your home doesn’t have to mean putting a room (or rooms) out of commission for a few weeks or months. In fact, you can have an entirely new space without touching any part of your current home. Prefabricated sheds are a relatively easy way to add an office, fitness studio, guest house—the list goes on—to your property.

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June 20, 2020

Nomadic Couple Transforms Ordinary School Bus Into Chic Tiny Home on Wheels

Life on the open road sounds tempting to many of us; and, for some people, the call is just too...

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June 16, 2020

People Are Installing “Sand Pools” in Their Backyard to Bring the Beach to Them

Wish you could bring the beauty of the beach to your own backyard? Now you can!

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June 9, 2020

These Wavy Brick Walls Found Across England Use Fewer Bricks Than Straight Walls

Sometimes a straight line isn't best. Take a brick wall, for instance. Did you know that wavy walls are actually a more effective, and cheaper, way to build a strong barrier? Known as crinkle crankle walls, or serpentine walls, this type of construction is quite popular in England. Typically used as garden walls, their curved appearance is about more than just aesthetics.

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