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Breathtaking First Crescent House in South Africa

First Crescent is a luxurious mansion by Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects. The main features of this light and modern villa are seven bedrooms, two terraces (covered and open), the linear layout and limited palette of materials. So the house is embodiment of minimalist design, but looks great. Many of the walls are replaced by glass that provides natural lighting and breathtaking views of Lions Head, Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. What could be better? During the night, a modern lighting system underline the home?s contemporary design making it even more interesting. Located in Campus Bay, South Africa, Frescent Crescent is rented out and available for $ 1,500 - $ 5,000 per day, depending on the season.



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Magic Aichinger House by Hertl Architekten

Austrian architects of Hertl Architekten presented a new project called Aichinger House. Once there was a restaurant, and now it is a two-story apartment building in Kronstorf. The challenge was to turn the bar into duplex and create contemporary design. According to the architects? plan external walls of the house were wrapped in grey curtains, which create the effect of lightness and serenity. That which we used to consider as the important element of the internal decoration became light and movable décor of the façade. This unusual cover lends the building a light, curtain effect. From afar it may seem that the house is fabricated from the bent sheets of steel. The design wraps the whole exterior of the building in the light grey fabric, rendering the layout and form of the interior hidden from the outside viewer. Partings in the facade correspond with the windows to allow daylight into the apartments. At night the residence are lighted like a paper lamp. As well as the usual bedroom curtains, this fabric can be drawn closed to provide more privacy and protect from the bright sunlight. I do not think, it\'s a practical idea, but looks elegant and stylish.



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Unique Klein Bottle House by McBride Charles Ryan

The Klein bottle is a well-known and interesting surface similar to the Mobius strip. In mathematics, the term means a closed nonorientable surface (a two-dimensional manifold) with no identifiable "inner" and "outer" sides. Ideas of the German mathematician Felix Klein intrigued architects from Charles Ryan McBride who wanted to create something unique. The result is original, futuristic Klein Bottle House, located near Melbourne, Australia. It revolves around a central courtyard, a grand regal stair connecting all the levels. Also you may notice origami stylization. Despite the complete creative freedom, inspired by the mysticism of mathematics, there are usual rectangular rooms inside for comfortable living. The House has won many prestigious awards including World Best House 2009 (World Architecture Festival), Best International Home 2010 (Grand Designs).



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Modular Kitchen Design by Fevzi Karaman

It?s not a secret that spacious kitchen is a dream for many housewives. But not everyone has an opportunity to have it. This beautiful and clever modular kitchen design was created by the Turkish designer Fevzi Karaman. He made «Silverline», which won a prize at a contest student. This minimalist kitchen design saves space and fits for small apartment. When the modular kitchen is not used for its intended purpose, guests see only the elegant table. Modular furniture is beautiful and well planned, and combines many features into a table. Color of the kitchen is black and white with green apple, that makes your kitchen bright and original.



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Welcoming House Design of Honiton Residence by MCK Architect

Honiton Residence has the shape of a traditional house with a triangular roof, but it is not as simple as it might seem at first glance. The authors of the project were the architects of MCK. So, Honiton Residence in spite of its traditional appearance has a number of features that can be only in modern houses, such as plenty of places for outdoor activities, large swimming pool and stunning interiors, decorated with good taste. Competent integration of brick, wood and concrete provides contemporary and welcoming look. Usual shapes and materials in this project form unexpected combinations, creating more individuality and unique style.



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The “Purposefulness of Shadow” Chair by ClarkeHopkinsClarke Architects: The Chair with 3D Shadow

The ?Purposefulness of Shadow? Chair was designed by ClarkeHopkinsClarke Architects, Melbourne, Australia. It may be one of the most deceptive pieces of furniture ever designed. When you see this chair you may think it has 3D shadow. The designer?s message was to create the chair that would give the appearance of shadow when in reality it is actually two chairs in one. A second seat is placed under the first and gives the illusion of shadow, this seat let anyone place their coats and bags comfortably on it. As the architects say ?Shadow is purposeful. Not only does this two dimensional adumbration create graphical cues, the shaded space between the shadow and the object also has numerous purposes.? This stunning chair will boggle the mind of anyone sitting on it.



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Beautiful Hunters Hill Residence by Stanic Harding Architects

This modern, beautiful house was designed by specialists Stanic Harding Architects and located in Hunters Hill, Australia. Earlier another house, built in the middle of last century, was located there, but because of its age and humid climate, it has been almost completely demolished, but part of the structure served as the foundation for a new building. The architects wanted to create a light and spacious house with idea of connection to garden, water and views of the city. The house is consists of three pavilions, united by two courtyards. Large windows make interior of the Hunters Hill Residence very bright and sunny. And the glazed facades also protect the house from the heat in summer.



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House in the Mexican desert by Studio Gracia Architects

This small, interesting house, located in Todos Santos, Mexico, is surrounded by sand and rare vegetation, and it looks a bit unrealistic in that area. Project was designed by Studio Gracia Architects and intended for vacation in serenity and solitude all the year round. The most affordable local materials were used in the decoration. Main part of construction work was made by local residents, who were glad to earn some money. House construction is simple and occupies 3,400 square feet. It includes 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms and the main area to be the kitchen dining and living to be opened to the pool and terrace. Despite the emptiness, the climate in this region quite comfortable, and the residence can be an excellent choice for leisure.



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