June 2013 - Design & Lifestyle Blog

Burma Jewelry Boutique | Retail Design

Lavish does not mean using exaggeration in material use and selection, here Burma boutique designed by Atelier Du Pont and located on Rue de Paix in Paris, is the perfect example of luxury in a minimal interpretation. The ovals in the main facade resemble the hand held beauty mirror, the neutral colors and contrast of matt & glossy textures is what emphasizes the new age luxury. The empowering feature of this beautiful boutique is the chandelier made of simple gold chains lined in a geometric way filling out the main part of the ceiling. All in all, all I can say is magnificent work!

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21 Jun ’1320 Jun ’13

Electric: The New Cultural Platform in Paris | Venue Design

Without knowing what the project is, the first impression is enough to wow you. This beautiful venue is a new cultural platform in Paris designed by award winning designer Mathieu Lehanneur. This space can be used around the clock for various functions all explained by the designer below. Since it's a multifunctional space, the designer unified the furniture which might not be used everytime.

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19 Jun ’1318 Jun ’13

Clouds Estate Hotel In South Africa | Hotel Design

The interior design of Clouds Estate is done by Suzy Vissers in collaboration with Moooi. I tried to find more info on the designer but it seems she is affiliated with Moooi. The estate overlooks stunning views of the Drakenstein and Simonsberg Mountains. This boutique vineyard estate offers 5-star luxury in the heart of the Stellenbosch/Franschhoek Winelands. Furniture was mainly supplied by Moooi and outdoor furniture by B&B Italia.

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12 Jun ’136 Mar ’24

Qatar To Build Energy Efficient Floating Hotels For The 2022 World Cup

Qatar is considering developing space saving and energy efficient floating hotels, luxury villas, and a water park off the coast of Doha called Oryx Island. The project will house the influx of visitors that will need accommodation during the 2022 World Cup Qatar will be hosting.

The island would be developed by Barwa Real Estate Co, a firm partly owned by the government, at a cost of $5.5 million. Finish architecture firm, Sigge Architects is partnering with Global Accommodation Management (GAM) to design the various facilities, which includes projects for a hotel and luxury villas that could house up to 25,000 people.

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3 Jun ’132 Jun ’13

House in Jbeil, Lebanon By Raed Abillama Architects | Residential Design

Raëd Abillama Architects , a Lebanese architecture firm, built this beautiful house in Jbeil overlooking the Mediterranean. The house itself contradicts with it’s area in terms of design yet compliments it beautifully through the stone used.

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2 Jun ’139 Mar ’23

Bentley To Launch A Home Collection | Furniture

Bentley just announced a partnership with Club House Italia (which is the company manufacturing Fendi Casa & Kenzo Maison) , for the development of its new Bentley Home Collection. This exclusive collection of furniture and homeware will combine the finest quality craftsmanship with exquisite modern design and the luxury finishes which underlie Bentley’s renowned global brand.

Shown here is the Charles sofa by architect Carlo Colombo paired with a chandelier from Fendi Casa.

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Month: June 2013