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Library in Vennesla  by Helen & Hard
The new library in Vennesla (Norway) designed by Helen & Hard impresses not only for its beauty and unique architecture, but also for its multifunctionality. The building comprises a library, a cafe, administrative areas, meeting places and it has also an additional function to link an existing community house with learning centre together. The design of the building consists of 27 ribs made of prefabricated glue-laminated timber elements and CNC-cut plywood boards. These ribs create a unique form of the library informing the geometry of the roof, as well as the undulating orientation of the generous open space. Personal study zones are nestled in the ribs along the perimeter of the building. Each private zone has everything to make the reading process as comfortable as possible. There are acoustic absorbents which contain the air conditioning ducts, bent glass panes that serve as lighting covers and signs, and integrated reading niches and shelves. At the main entrance there is a loggia, against south/west side the façade is fitted with fixed vertical sunshading. In addition to the unique and beautiful design the library is a “low-energy” building, defined as class “A” in the Norwegian energy-use definition system.

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Flip Collection by Daisuke Motogi Architecture
Daisuke Motogi is a talented designer from Saitama (Japan). His Flip furniture collection changes the concept of furniture, the functions of which vary when flipped. The collection includes High back chairs which turn and become low chairs, a Flip stool that turns and becomes a deep seated chair, a Flip rocking chair that turns to become an armchair, Flip-table, Flip-chair-kids and recently released Coffeecup - low table that is converted into either a small armchair or higher chair with a low back. The furniture is made of lightweight urethane and it is very easy to flip even for a child. Flip furniture collection is attractive because its multifunctionality and pleasant to look at.

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Panther Table Made of Ultralight Materials
The Panther table by Maximilian Eicke completely justifies its name: black as resin it looks like the panther ready to pounce. The table was created in Germany for Max ID NY in limited edition. It was made with using of a combination of unidirectional carbon fiber and 2×2 carbon fiber twill, kevlar honeycomb core and titanium pieces, which means the incredible strength of the table. At the same time due to the using of ultralight materials the construction is lightweight enough for one person to carry. The Panther table can be packed by a single person into a custom built suitcase. The assembly takes only 2.5 minutes and perfect for transport.

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SideSeat by Studio Makkink & Bey
Netherlands-based duo Studio Makkink & Bey recently released ‘#006 SideSeat’ - the multifunctional chair that can be considered as assembly of chair, desk and even storage. Designed to present a solution to the mixing of work and leisure SideSeat provides its users a very flexible and easy-to-use working space. The college table can be converted into an arm rest, side table and small desk whilst the swivel seat on the top allows being interactive and mobile. SideSeat is perfect for places for obtaining and sharing knowledge, such as libraries, schools, campuses and offices. It was presented at Super Brands London and Orgatec Cologne.

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'Hug' Collection of Outdoor Furniture by Schönhuber Franchi
Schönhuber Franchi Company offers new collection for furnishing and decorating your outdoor place. The 'Hug' collection consists of elegant wicker rattan furniture of soft and natural colors. A coffee table, side table, armchairs, dining chairs, sofas, sunbed and even a swing are available in the collection. All furniture will be very suitable for decorating the place near the swimming pool or for arbor surrounded by beautiful flowers. Perfect for decorating it is also very comfortable and functional. The swing will be a nice supplement for children's amusements. Wide variety of items in the collection will allow you to decorate the whole outdoor part in the same style, without breaking the main design.

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Rotating Home by David Ben Grünberg and Daniel Woolfson
UK designers David Ben Grünberg and Daniel Woolfson have invented D*Haus that rotates and morphs adjusting to any time of year and remaining comfortable during all hours of the day. The house has a pointed shape on purpose to comply the mathematical formula to transform an equilateral triangle into a square. When it is sunny the interior partitions of the rooms transform into the exterior walls hiding the rooms from the sun. Moreover the house has a circular platform that rotates the house. Originally made for Lapland (Finland) where it is warm in summer and very cold in winter, now D*Haus has been adapted to be placed anywhere in the world.

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Two in One: a stool and a table by Gentle Giants Studio
This piece of furniture in spite of its small size has dual purpose: it is both a stool and a table. 'Pig on the Wings' is a funny name for an amusing form inspired by the 'shape of 'traccia table' by Meret Oppenheim' - say the Gentle Giants. Main goal of the project - reducing manufacturing processes - has been successfully achieved by using few simple making steps to construct this stool. Without using any screws or glue Pig on the Wings can be assembled by wedging all parts with each other. It is very useful both for home and for taking it with you for a trip or going fishing.

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Furniture of Bright Colors by Lagranja Design
A distinctive feature of this modern collection of furniture is the use of pops of color and simple forms. The collection includes cabinets, shelves and tables, designed by Spain-based Lagranja Design. Wide palette of bright colors and textures makes the line extremely attractive, amusing and, what is more important, inspiring. Appearance and brightness of the collection doesn’t force it to be reserved for the kids' play room only. Sturdy and easy to use this contemporary furniture line provides awesome functionality, so it will be very suitable as for home office or living area as well as for dining room and of course for a play room.

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