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Concrete Flower House Blooms With Eco-Friendly Features

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 12:00 PM PDT

[ Filed under Ultramodern & in the Architecture category ]

Sustainable architecture is all about doing something positive for the planet while still creating a useful and aesthetically pleasing structure. The Orchid House in Buenos Aires uses concepts of sustainability to provide a unique home for a young, energetic family.

The homeowner’s hobby of growing orchids led to the home’s unusual shape. Andres Remy Architects used elements of the home to represent the blossom, stem and roots of the flower.

Green architecture techniques such as efficient energy and water usage, generous use of natural lighting and ventilation, and low-impact materials all contributed to a sustainable and completely livable abode.

The home’s windows were all carefully placed to take full advantage of the sun in all seasons. In the winter especially, the large glazed windows provide a natural boost to the home’s heating system. Along the first floor, the large windows can be opened to provide natural ventilation.

This elegant concrete flower provides residents with a visual and tangible connection to the earth through a variety of eco-friendly materials, building techniques and features.

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Unwoven Chair: Suspended Seat on Spidery Strands of Silk

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 04:00 PM PDT

[ Filed under Furniture & in the Chairs category ]

It recalls images of abandoned looms, textile works left in progress stretched along threads that weave across the center of a simple wooden frame.

The Silkchair by Alvi Design features a series of durable blue strings tied to solid oak legs, feet and back forming a simple wrapping line around the edges.

As tension is applied, this slack strands band together to form serious supports, able to hold up a person seated along them while providing the most minimalist kind of cushion for both seats and backs you could imagine.