Karim Rashid’s new Float Sofas for the Spanish furniture company Sancal are playful sculptural works of art for designed for sitting. The forms on these sofas seem to blend equal parts of Flintstones & Jetsons cartoon chic. Known for his use of color and geometry Karin developed new textiles that can be used individually on the arms, seat back and headrest.
The head of the Roads Department of Georgia commissioned J. MAYER H. Architects to design a system of 20 rest stops for the new highway, a thoroughfare that will run through Georgia and serve as a connection between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Turkey. Two rest stops are now complete, while a third is currently under construction. The new rest stops are located on selected scenic viewpoints along the route and serve as activators for their area and neighbouring cities, including not only nearby a gas stations and supermarket, but also a farmers market and a cultural space for local arts and crafts. Enjoy!
The House in Ovar, Portugal by architect Paula Santos, is a stunning monolithic concrete structure featuring a beautiful indoor swimming pool and an inspiring painter’s studio.
Johannesburg-based design studio Nico van der Meulen Architects has redesigned the Constantia Kloof House in 2012. The contemporary home can be found in South Africa.
This modern property by Markéta Cajthamlová is located in Buš, Czech Republic. It covers an area of 799 square meters and it was designed as a week-end retreat with the possibility of becoming a full-time residence for the owners. It’s a one-story building with no cellar. The house has a multifunctional interior incorporating the living room, dining room and kitchen. Enjoy the gallery!