Modern oasis in the desert

How would it feel to have a holiday residence in the Nevada desert? Well, Fabrizio Rondolino journalist, novelist definitely knows it. He gave a real challenge to Peter Strzebniok and the architectural design company, Nottoscale S. Francisco when he chose this unusual location for his residence.

"The architects of Nottoscale have raised the building on a concrete base that emerges from the ground and opened windows on the sides to offer more views, such as the mountain ranges that can be seen from the kitchen’s window. The simplicity of this concept is extraordinarily suited for the desert environment. You have three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an office, two service areas, as well as a large open area – kitchen, dining room, living room – and a terrace."

The interior design is stunning as well. The white base combined with red and black create a very fresh effect. The big windows are also fantastic, just try to imagine how it could be to wake up in a modern, comfortable environment and the first thing that you can see is the wild, endless desert. Not bad, huh?

"The house has been positioned in a way that allows them to exploit the local winds to ensure a comfortable temperature without being necessary to add an air conditioning system. As a precaution the windows facing south are shaded by the trellis and all rooms have windows facing north, in order to avoid heat buildup."

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Nendo collection by Nendo for Bisazza Bagno

Nendo is the creation of the Japanese design studio, Nendo for the Italian Bisazza Bagno. The collection is very sophisticated and minimalist, designed to look like it could all fit in—and was just unpacked from—the "crate-like" wooden bathtub. [Dezeen]
Nendo is defined by clean, minimalist lines. The used material is the larch wood, which is known for its warm, golden color. It's the perfect natural material to bring the simple elegance of this collection expresses.

Take a look!

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Elroy Ink graphic prints

Ken Lawson the creator of these uplifting prints, has just launched a range of limited and open edition A2 sized prints under the name Elroy Ink. The prints are very colorful, full of vitality and VERY pleasing to the eyes.

"Elroy ink aims to express something that is quintessentially me, it's also important to me that my work is accessible enough to find a place in other people's hearts." says the designer

The prints are available here

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Sunny penthouse in Manhattan

This sunny and modern penthouse is owned by the 69 years old Barbara Littman interior designer. While many people her age might prefer a home that's warm and cozy, she designed in collaboration with Robert D. Henry, a New York architect, a modern, minimalist and bright space spending about two years and $190,000 in creating the penthouse of her dreams.

The yellow as accent color was a great choice. It really warms up the space and makes a strong statement.

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Sand vases

"Bou-Taoshi is a game. The rules are simple. Players make a heap of sand and place a branch in the centre, then each player takes turns removing sand, the one who causes the branch to fall loses.
It is a common sight in several Japanese temples, where the conic shape represents where god first came in the mythological age. The sand heap is also considered to be an object representative of a divine spirit.
The shape is also used in a ceremony for laying cornerstones, a process through which the building site is purified, though here, the sand is removed using a hoe.
It is thought the children's game Bou-Taoshi originated through observing these experiences, and translating them to their playgrounds – sandboxes and the beach. In its current form, children are not aware of this heritage, and in a sense are unconsciously creating an object representing a divine spirit and completing the ceremony for purifying building sites.
"Sand" is a reflection of this research and is a primitive form for a Japanese flower."

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Retro posters by Jan Skácelík

Check out these lovely posters by Jan Skácelík inspired by Scandinavian design and great mid century vintage items. They look fantastic, in fact I think I should buy one for my living room.
You can find the whole print collection on designer's Etsy-shop

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Contemporary house by Susanna Cots

This gorgeous house from Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Spain is owned and designed by interior designer Susanna Cots .

“The sea is the centre that marks the disposition of the rooms, the lighting and the colours of this interiors project. Inspired by the house’s exterior, we captured the lights and the shades which reflect simplicity and calm.
The kitchen, dinning room and bedrooms are parallel to the sealine, allowing the exterior to enter the contemporary Spanish property in many ways, such as the cubicle that houses the cupboard and the guest bathroom. The outside surface is integrated with the suite’s flooring, the master bedroom and bathroom, achieving the same exterior-interior effect. Binomials are softly present in this interiors project through the combination of design, functionality, landscape and warmth." says the designer

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