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05-06-2011
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Balloon-Like Comic and Animation Museum Coming to China
معماری Balloon-Like Comic and Animation Museum Coming to China  A cluster of organic shapes that look almost biological in nature, these bold white volumes will soon be the home of a new Comic and Animation Museum in Hangzhou, China. Dutch design firm MVRDV won a competition to design the museum with this unusual approach, featuring a spiraling interior that highlights decades of cartoon history.  The rounded shapes of the structure, which reach down to the ground on tapered ‘legs’, are no accident: they were designed to resemble the speech bubbles that are so familiar to comic book fans. Each ‘bubble’ in the design will house a different function of the museum, including two exhibition spaces that will project animations onto the curved interior wall.  Visitors will meander through a high-ceilinged space on raised platforms and walkways, gazing up at massive replicas of comic book characters and other oversized displays and then spiraling up along the walls into a comic book library, open to the main chamber. Where ‘bubbles’ connect, internal openings are created, which not only provide a means to get from one area to another, but also a look into the adjoining space.  The museum will feature a cinema and a roof terrace restaurant. The complex will also include a series of parks on islands in White Horse Lake with a public plaza and an expo center which will house the annual China International Comic and Animation Festival. Construction on the Comic and Animation Museum will begin in 2012. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist:  Gotham City, Neo-Tokyo, Metropolis - what these and 10 other cities have in common is that they're just as fascinating as the superheroes that inhabit them. 3 Comments - Click Here to Read More »»  The brand-new, wealthy urban center of Ordos in northern China has sat empty for five years as citizens of the old town hesitate to relocate. 6 Comments - Click Here to Read More »»  Find the news boring? A Japanese website called 'Manga No Shimbun' turns current events from political speeches to business news into condensed comics. 1 Comment - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید 
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05-08-2011
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Just Mist It: Foghorns Worth Sounding Off About
معماری Just Mist It: Foghorns Worth Sounding Off About  Though lighthouses have captured much of the glory when it comes to seacoasts, shorelines and shipwrecks, their usefulness quickly fades when thick mists and pea-soup fogs roll in. At times like these, lighthouses hand the torch to their less glamorous but no less essential aural counterparts: foghorns. And to that we say, “Hear here!” Shore Sounds Good!  Foghorns have been sounding off since 1859 when a steam-powered “fog alarm” invented by Robert Foulis began operations on Partridge Island, New Brunswick, Canada. In one form or another, the Partridge Island foghorn (shown above in a watercolor sketch from 1865) continued to sound out a mournful moan to wayward mariners for 139 years, until it was finally switched off on May 4th, 1998.  Robert Foulis supposedly got the idea for a low-frequency fog alarm one misty night while listening to his daughter play the piano. He noticed something curious: the lower notes carried further and sounded louder than the higher notes. Foulis’ first fog alarm not only blasted out loud low tones, it was automated and could be set up to play different coded cadences so that sailors could determine which location they were nearing. Most steam-powered foghorns use coal to heat their boilers. You can see the incoming coal chute (above right) leading down into the boiler building of the Point Reyes foghorn. Foghorns Of Plenty 22  The next technological leap in foghorn design came in the late 1890s when English pipe organ designer Robert Hope-Jones rigged his Wurlitzer organ to produce what he called a “diaphonic” tone. Hope-Jones’ diaphone was further refined by Canadian John Pell Northey, who added a secondary air supply that resulted in the full, rich, two-tone foghorn that remains the benchmark for foghorns over a century later. Split Rock Music  Split Rock Lighthouse has been guarding the north shore of Lake Superior southwest of Silver Bay, Minnesota, since 1910. A pair of diaphone foghorns were mounted on a separate building (above). Originally powered by a gasoline engine and an associated air compressor, the foghorns were switched over to electric power in 1940 and sounded their last blast in 1961. The Sound Of Silence  What could be lonelier than the sound of a foghorn? How about a silenced foghorn, which are becoming more and more common as time passes. The days when ship captains aboard sailing ships becalmed in mist cupped their ears and listened intently for the call of the foghorn are long gone. Today’s ships hum with the throb of diesel engines and captains fix their positions via radar and GPS systems. Mighty foghorns such as the one above, located on the Langness peninsula on the Isle of Man, are left to the mercy of the wind, rain and corrosive salt spray.  Some of the loneliest and at the same time, most scenically spectacular foghorns are located on the Scottish isle of Ailsa Craig. Now uninhabited and a designated bird sanctuary, Ailsa Craig and its huge foghorns have been silent since 1966.  The massive foghorns located on the island’s north and south coasts were supplied with air from now-rusting compressed air tanks, kept full via now-ruined gasworks. Ailsa Craig was extensively quarried for its unique blue-gray granite, used to make curling stones. Blasting is now forbidden but loose rock is still mined to make the famous Scottish “rocks.” Still Hear  Though not as common as they once were, there is still a need for foghorns in many parts of the world. As well, technology has given foghorns a new lease on life. Equipped with laser generators and computer operating software, modern marvels like the white beauty (above left) from Maine, USA, shine a beam of light into the mist and should the fog reflect back a significant quantity of light, the electric foghorn will sound.  Modern or not, foghorns’ claim to fame remains their loud and penetrating sound designed to be heard and heeded from many miles away. One hopes the gentleman above, at Scotland’s Mull of Galloway lighthouse’s foghorn, has remembered to wear his earplugs. You’ll Be Mist  Just as the inclement weather they’re designed to warn against relentless batters them, foghorns seem to endure though some have been silent for many decades. Part of this is due to their isolation: their residual scrap value isn’t worth the time and trouble to retrieve them from islands, points and peninsulas.  Not that their presence harms anyone or anything – in fact, the evocative nature of foghorns makes them a favored subject for painters and photographers.  That a man-made device built to emit sound can appeal to our visual and emotional centers is something worth appreciating… even, if I dare say, worth blowing your horn about. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist:  If, as the esteemed poet Robert Frost once opined, “Good fences make good neighbors,” these 15 fiendishly offensive fences must make good neighbors... furious. 3 Comments - Click Here to Read More »»  Did you know that books could be used for something other than reading? Artists today are breaking down the walls (and pages) between different types of art. 17 Comments - Click Here to Read More »»  The old fashioned billboard is plastered with text and ugly graphics, but there are pioneers who are pushing the limits of a once conservative business. 11 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید
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05-10-2011
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Spectacular Spain: 15 Standout Hotels from Madrid to Ibiza
معماری Spectacular Spain: 15 Standout Hotels from Madrid to Ibiza  Lounge on the beaches of Barcelona, party all night in Ibiza, sample fine wines in Rioja country and relax among the beautiful people in Madrid – the vibrant nation of Spain has a lot to offer, not the least of which is a stunning range of stylish design hotels. These 15 accommodations represent some of the most modern and visually engaging hotels in Spain’s most sought-after destinations, from low-budget hostels to ultra-exclusive celebrity hangouts. Barcelo Raval, Barcelona  (images via: barceloraval.com) A four-star luxury hotel with affordable rates, the Barcelo Raval is most notable for its stunning transformation in 2009, which re-launched it as one of Barcelona’s most stylish places to stay. It’s flashy, it’s feminine, it’s full of eye-popping details like massive groups of dangling cylindrical lights in the lobby (an homage to the building’s distinctive elliptical shape). Bright, colorful and thoroughly modern, the Barcelo Raval is located in the city’s once-gritty, now increasingly trendy Barrio Chino district. Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel, Ibiza Island  (images via: ushuaiabeachotel.com) Venture off the mainland onto Ibiza Island and it’s almost as if you’re in a whole different country – a country where the raison d’etre is glittery all-night parties and lounging on some of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful beaches. While you’re there you might want to check out the brand-spanking-new Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel, an exclusive adults-only party hotel located on the white sands of Playa d’en Bossa beach opposite one of the island’s most famous clubs, Space. This glamorous 236-room hotel has three restaurants, plenty of VIP perks, DJs spinning night and day, aromatherapy menus in the guest rooms and even swim-up rooms located along a man-made ‘river’ that meanders through the gardens. Hotel Vincci Soho, Madrid  (images via: hotelvinccisoho.com) A quiet 4-star hotel in the center of the historic district of Madrid, Hotel Vincci Soho is a contemporary design hotel located just steps from the Art Triangle museums. The hotel is comprised of five buildings, all cultural heritage sites, renovated and combined into an open interior space with plenty of balconies and terraces offering stunning views of the city. Hotel Marques de Riscal, Elciego  (images via: starwoodhotels.com) Designed by world-famous architect Frank Gehry, the Hotel Marques de Riscal can be found in Spain’s countryside in the heart of Rioja wine country, about two hours from Bilbao. This ultra-exclusive luxury boutique hotel has just 14 guest rooms and is, at least in terms of cost per square foot, one of the most expensive hotels ever built. Gehry’s billowing titanium roof contrasts beautifully with the more traditional architecture of the winery. The Marques de Riscal estate is one of Spain’s oldest and most esteemed producers of Rioja wine; even if you can’t stay here, a trip to the winery would be worth the effort. Hotel Omm, Barcelona  (images via: hotelomm.es) The Hotel Omm offers trendy décor and world-class Catalan cuisine in Barcelona’s Paseo de Gracia district, with individually designed guest rooms, a playful modern facade and lots of sunlight. It’s modern in a way that’s cozy and accessible, full of neutral tones and clean, straight lines. Just down the street from two of Antonio Gaudi’s most famous Barcelona buildings, La Pedrera and Casa Battlo, Hotel Omm has a rooftop terrace with a pool and a bar, perfect for gazing out at the iconic architecture of the area. Hotel Viura, Villabuena de Álava  (images via: avantgardehotels.com) A stark standout among the more traditional architecture of surrounding villages, Hotel Viura is bold and whimsical, with a Rioja country location that’s super-convenient for wine-loving travelers. With 13 standard rooms, 13 deluxe rooms, 7 suites and restaurant focusing on fresh, natural foods, Hotel Viura emphasizes low-key, luxurious relaxation. Hotel Puerta America, Madrid  (images via: hoteles-silken.com) Hotel Puerta America, a new design hotel in Madrid, is already renowned for its artsy interiors: “You know that the Hotel Puerta America in Madrid is something special before you even walk in the door. The exterior is encased in brightly colored cladding printed with the poem ‘Freedom’ by Paul Ellard. But that’s nothing compared to the showcase of international design talent found inside. Each of the 12 floors of this new boutique hotel was designed by one of the world’s most sought-after architects including Zaha Hadid, David Chipperfield, Normal Foster and Jean Nouvel. Ascending from one floor to the next, one encounters jarring shifts in color and mood, shifting from Chipperfield’s toned-down monochromatic luxury to faceted stainless steel to Italian opulence. Marc Newsom’s sixth floor is practically vampiric with its red lacquer, white marble and black furniture while Ron Arad takes the seventh floor to a futuristic, almost space-like place with curved white Corian. Interactivity, Japanese minimalism, industrial cement and zebra-striped formica walls are just a few of the other themes included in the eclectic mix.” Casa Camper, Barcelona  (images via: casacamper.com) Camper makes cool and quirky shoes, but what do they know about hotels? Plenty, as it turns out. Casa Camper, the company’s new affordably priced hotel and restaurant, is hip and eco-friendly, with few unnecessary frills but lots of thoughtful details that make life easier for travelers. A 25-room hotel in Barcelona’s El Raval neighborhood, Casa Camper uses solar power to heat the hotel’s water and serves up “healthy fast food” in the form of flavored rice balls, which you eat sitting on a giant set of concrete stairs facing out through a wall of windows. El Raval, a traditionally poor area of historic Barcelona, is a bit off the beaten path, but, says owner Miguel Fluxá, “We wanted to show guests another part of Barcelona that is not so obvious.” Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao  (images via: hoteles-silken.com) Literally standing in the shadow of the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Bilbao, the Gran Hotel Domine basically had no choice but to be stunningly stylish. Ultramodern yet seemingly effortlessly sophisticated, this luxury 5-star hotel has 145 modern guest rooms and a rooftop terrace with amazing views of the museum and the city of Bilbao. Its polished stone exterior and slanted glass windows provide a hint at the somewhat quirky stylings of the interior including a massive tower of stones that reaches from the lobby floor to a glass atrium roof. Rooms Deluxe Hostel, Valencia  (images via: roomsdeluxe.com) Spain – as the rest of the world – is full of uninspired hostels that provide little more than a roof over a budget traveler’s head. The Rooms Deluxe Hostel in Valencia is not one of those places. This ‘designer’ hostel still offers up dirt-cheap bunks and private rooms but does so in style with 28 themed rooms designed by local artists. It’s got free wi-fi and – a bonus in the world of hostels – air conditioning. Best of all, it’s located right across from the City of Arts and Sciences, halfway between the historic district of Valencia and the beach. Hotel Room Mate Oscar, Madrid  (images via: room-matehotels.com) Who says good design is only for the beautiful people? The Hotel Room Mate Oscar in Madrid is well within the average traveler’s budget, but doesn’t skimp on bold and dramatic choices in interior décor. Its 75 individually decorated rooms are fun, bright and unexpected, often veering into “wow, this is wild” territory. The breakfast room is so snazzy it might as well be a nightclub, and the hotel also has a popular rooftop pool. Hotel W, Barcelona  (images via: w-barcelona.com) You can’t miss the sail-shaped Hotel W at the Port of Barcelona, a soaring 26-story structure that sits perpendicular to the dock to give virtually all 473 guest rooms picturesque views of the city and the sea. With a rooftop bar, lots of outdoor terraces and an infinity pool right on the Mediterranean, the W is an unparalleled way to experience seaside Barcelona. It’s a 25-minute stroll from Las Ramblas, making it a better choice for the seasoned Barcelona traveler or those who want to stay on the beach rather than attraction-obsessed first-time visitors. Hospes, Madrid  (images via: hospes.com) Peace and relaxation are the main themes at Hospes Madrid, a 41-room 5-star luxury hotel adjacent to the Parque Del Retiro, a large park in the city center. A serene color palette of white, beige and gray accented with soft shades of purple, mauve and coral enhance the soothing effect throughout the standard and deluxe rooms, the junior suites and the seductive Grand Suite. Guests can enjoy a tapas bar, a restaurant specializing in natural and healthy foods, a ‘Chill Out Patio’ and an indoor pool. Hotel Arts Barcelona  (images via: hotelartsbarcelona.com) Tower above virtually everything else in Barcelona when you stay at Hotel Arts, located right on Barceloneta Beach in one of the 44-story Vila Olímpica towers. The Hotel Arts, managed by the Ritz-Carlton Company, has 438 guest rooms including 32 ‘club’ rooms, 44 executive suites and 28 luxury apartments; club-level guests get exclusive access to a private lounge. Outside the busiest parts of the city center, Hotel Arts is a quiet way to experience a very vibrant and active city. Hospes Palacio de los Patos, Granada  (images via: hospes.com) A 19th-century palace in one of Spain’s most stunning historic cities has been given new life as a chic modern hotel, the Hospes Palacio de los Patos. Once a Roman stronghold, the city of Granada is best known for its Moorish influences and retains a romantic and utterly unique sense of self that has been translated into all 42 rooms of the hotel. Muted tones of gold, silver and champagne echo the colors of the city outside and somehow manage to tie together the history of the building and its contemporary décor. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist:  Lookotel plans to roll out low-cost modular 'capsule hotels' across Spain and the rest of Europe which feature larger rooms than those in Japan's pod hotels. Click Here to Read More »»  Fresh, creative and sometimes strange, these 12 hotels in France - including a hamster-themed getaway with a working man-sized wheel - are fun and unexpected. 1 Comment - Click Here to Read More »»  These 13 hotels represent some of the coolest, most design-oriented lodgings in Singapore, from hip urban hotels to rainforest resorts. 3 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید
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05-10-2011
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Great Grandiosity! 9 of the World’s Most Expensive Houses
معماری Great Grandiosity! 9 of the World’s Most Expensive Houses  Keeping up with the Joneses? This is out of their league. The world’s most expensive houses are the sanctuaries for the mega rich. With high-rise residences that take up the entire skyscraper, to tree houses that would fit your real house inside their living room, living in grand style is a lot more expensive than it used to be. The Villa Leopolda  (Images via doozieup, russiablog, collthings) King Leopold II of Belgium originally gave this French villa to his mistress, who was then evicted after his death. With grand styling and a worth of over $370 million, this was more than just a Christmas gift. The villa was built in 1902 and has only gone up in price as renovations continue to keep it top of the line. Updown Court  (Images via luxuryestatespain, businessweek, businessweek, amit tallor) Updown Court is larger than Buckingham Palace, and is the largest private residence in England. Located in Surrey, its 103 rooms include several interior pools (one accessed by a private elevator), and over 58 acres of manicured landscape and woodland. The creators of this palace spent over $70 million to create their dream home. John Travolta’s House  (Images via amazing-celebrity-homes, johnny-ong) John Travolta is into planes enough that he had Florida change its laws in order to allow his favorite vehicle, a 747, to land beside his beautiful estate. Parking his planes isn’t a problem, as the grand runway leads directly to his home, with a convenient loading dock directly into the living area. Platinum Plus Mobile Home  (Images via dornob, darkroastedblend, rvbasics) Some people only want the best. If this includes mobile homes, the Featherlite Platinum Plus is the elite of the elite. At over $2.5 million a vehicle, it has incredibly intricate finishing touches (including stairs of Incan marble), and can easily store one’s day to day ride inside its gigantic undercarriage. Lev Leviev’s Home  (Images via judiciaryreport, diamondsonfifth, telegraph, gearcrave) Diamond magnate Lev Leviev decided to splurge on his new London home, creating a $70 million grand home. Not as large as some of the mega mansions owned by other super rich homeowners, it’s nonetheless gorgeous. With a prime location in an already expensive area, this house is for living, and living well. Larry Ellison’s Estate  (Images via curbed, gawker, luxist) Larry Ellison, the founder of Oracle, decided to model his sprawling estate on a Japanese Emperor’s sanctuary. With unique and gorgeous Japanese styling, the house certainly stands out as one of the classiest examples of an elite home. Bill Gates’ Home  (Images via redesign-day, itechtalk) Bill Gates’ house is known for its high tech pins that can be worn by guests to automatically adjust the temperature and music of any room that is entered. What is not as well known is the estate’s incredible cost. At over $147 million, the land and home carry $1 million in property taxes a year. Anil Ambani’s High Rise Estate  (Images via i-am-youth, elitechoice, kokkada, newsofap) Anil Ambani would not settle for a large home outside of his native India. Rumored to have an entire room chilled to the point that snowball fights are possible, this sky rise is also decked out in more utilitarian ways. With 5 heliports, a parking garage for over 150 cars, and its own pool, there’s little missing from this businessman’s residence. Alnwick Castle Tree House  (Images via fooyoh, saynotocrack) Alnwick Castle in England is notable on its own, but a tree house built on the grounds seems to catch the tourist’s eyes just as much. One of the largest tree houses in the world, this sprawling building could fit your house in its elevated living room. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist:  Tree houses aren't just for kids anymore. Here are 15 of the coolest tree houses in the world, from a 6,000 sq ft tree house to a suspended 'nest' tree house. 29 Comments - Click Here to Read More »»  Do you aspire to something exotic and unique or comfortable and cozy? Here are seventy of the most amazing, unusual, offbeat and unique houses in the world. 46 Comments - Click Here to Read More »»  Would it surprise you to learn that a number of houses around the world, from New York to Amsterdam and Brazil to Britain have various claims to being the skinniest house in the world? 69 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید
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05-13-2011
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Drawing Conclusions: Documenting Every Building in New York
معماری Drawing Conclusions: Documenting Every Building in New York  New York is one of the most culturally and architecturally fascinating cities in the world, as evidenced by the millions who flock there every year to get a taste of city life. One Australian transplant has undertaken a massive project that will allow him to document – in ink – every single building in New York. The project, “All the Buildings in New York,” is an irreverent look at the fascinating architecture that has made New York an iconic visitor attraction for decades.  James Gulliver Han****, originally from Australia but now living in Brooklyn, grew up seeing NYC buildings in movies and never quite believed that they were real. Once he moved there, though, he began seeing the same buildings right outside his own window. It turned out that he was just as fascinated with the architecture of the city in real life as he was on the big screen.  Han**** began documenting the buildings he saw on his city travels, drawing each of them in a little notebook and posting them on his blog. They became, he says, almost like friends and less like movie sets. His obsession with documenting all of the architectural wonders of the city continued to grow day by day as he kept producing these tiny works of art. The take-away from this project, according to the artist, is that buildings can stop being mundane architectural objects and start attaining personalities of their own once you take the time to look at them closely. The building on the corner that you may pass several times a day can become something truly interesting with a rich history if you take the time to get to know its quirks and characteristics.  For James Gulliver Han****, who is an illustrator by day, the project also helped him acclimate to his new home. By drawing all of the buildings he passed by, he become so familiar with them and with the neighborhoods that he could find his way around easily. The artist says that this type of project is possible for anyone, not just those with artistic talents. Anyone can pick up a pen and begin drawing little pieces of the things that interest them, even if the result doesn’t look like a professional drawing or even like the thing it’s supposed to represent. The important part of documenting what you see is giving the drawing your own unique perspective.  Will Han**** ever be able to draw every single building in New York? Maybe not, but the ones he does manage to capture are given a whole new kind of life on the pages of his notebooks. He sells prints of his existing drawings and will even take commissions for anyone who wants a drawing of a specific New York building. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist:  This artist has a lofty goal: to sketch every last person in New York City. His impromptu portraits capture the energy and life that make New York so special. 1 Comment - Click Here to Read More »»  Shadows are the most fleeting parts of the urban landscape, but some artists use various methods to make the shadows last just a little longer. 3 Comments - Click Here to Read More »»  Did you know that brick or stone-clad buildings you see today almost invariably hide a steel support structure that does the actual work? 15 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید
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05-13-2011
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Drawing Conclusions: Documenting Every Building in New York
معماری Drawing Conclusions: Documenting Every Building in New York New York is one of the most culturally and architecturally fascinating cities in the world, as evidenced by the millions who flock there every year to get a taste of city life. One Australian transplant has undertaken a massive project that will allow him to document – in ink – every single building in New York. The project, “All the Buildings in New York,” is an irreverent look at the fascinating architecture that has made New York an iconic visitor attraction for decades. James Gulliver Han****, originally from Australia but now living in Brooklyn, grew up seeing NYC buildings in movies and never quite believed that they were real. Once he moved there, though, he began seeing the same buildings right outside his own window. It turned out that he was just as fascinated with the architecture of the city in real life as he was on the big screen. Han**** began documenting the buildings he saw on his city travels, drawing each of them in a little notebook and posting them on his blog. They became, he says, almost like friends and less like movie sets. His obsession with documenting all of the architectural wonders of the city continued to grow day by day as he kept producing these tiny works of art. The take-away from this project, according to the artist, is that buildings can stop being mundane architectural objects and start attaining personalities of their own once you take the time to look at them closely. The building on the corner that you may pass several times a day can become something truly interesting with a rich history if you take the time to get to know its quirks and characteristics. For James Gulliver Han****, who is an illustrator by day, the project also helped him acclimate to his new home. By drawing all of the buildings he passed by, he become so familiar with them and with the neighborhoods that he could find his way around easily. The artist says that this type of project is possible for anyone, not just those with artistic talents. Anyone can pick up a pen and begin drawing little pieces of the things that interest them, even if the result doesn’t look like a professional drawing or even like the thing it’s supposed to represent. The important part of documenting what you see is giving the drawing your own unique perspective. Will Han**** ever be able to draw every single building in New York? Maybe not, but the ones he does manage to capture are given a whole new kind of life on the pages of his notebooks. He sells prints of his existing drawings and will even take commissions for anyone who wants a drawing of a specific New York building. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist: This artist has a lofty goal: to sketch every last person in New York City. His impromptu portraits capture the energy and life that make New York so special. 1 Comment - Click Here to Read More »» Shadows are the most fleeting parts of the urban landscape, but some artists use various methods to make the shadows last just a little longer. 3 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» Did you know that brick or stone-clad buildings you see today almost invariably hide a steel support structure that does the actual work? 15 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید
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05-13-2011
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Great Grandiosity! 9 of the World’s Most Expensive Houses
معماری Great Grandiosity! 9 of the World’s Most Expensive Houses Keeping up with the Joneses? This is out of their league. The world’s most expensive houses are the sanctuaries for the mega rich. With high-rise residences that take up the entire skyscraper, to tree houses that would fit your real house inside their living room, living in grand style is a lot more expensive than it used to be. The Villa Leopolda (Images via doozieup, russiablog, collthings) King Leopold II of Belgium originally gave this French villa to his mistress, who was then evicted after his death. With grand styling and a worth of over $370 million, this was more than just a Christmas gift. The villa was built in 1902 and has only gone up in price as renovations continue to keep it top of the line. Updown Court (Images via luxuryestatespain, businessweek, businessweek, amit tallor) Updown Court is larger than Buckingham Palace, and is the largest private residence in England. Located in Surrey, its 103 rooms include several interior pools (one accessed by a private elevator), and over 58 acres of manicured landscape and woodland. The creators of this palace spent over $70 million to create their dream home. John Travolta’s House (Images via amazing-celebrity-homes, johnny-ong) John Travolta is into planes enough that he had Florida change its laws in order to allow his favorite vehicle, a 747, to land beside his beautiful estate. Parking his planes isn’t a problem, as the grand runway leads directly to his home, with a convenient loading dock directly into the living area. Platinum Plus Mobile Home (Images via dornob, darkroastedblend, rvbasics) Some people only want the best. If this includes mobile homes, the Featherlite Platinum Plus is the elite of the elite. At over $2.5 million a vehicle, it has incredibly intricate finishing touches (including stairs of Incan marble), and can easily store one’s day to day ride inside its gigantic undercarriage. Lev Leviev’s Home (Images via judiciaryreport, diamondsonfifth, telegraph, gearcrave) Diamond magnate Lev Leviev decided to splurge on his new London home, creating a $70 million grand home. Not as large as some of the mega mansions owned by other super rich homeowners, it’s nonetheless gorgeous. With a prime location in an already expensive area, this house is for living, and living well. Larry Ellison’s Estate (Images via curbed, gawker, luxist) Larry Ellison, the founder of Oracle, decided to model his sprawling estate on a Japanese Emperor’s sanctuary. With unique and gorgeous Japanese styling, the house certainly stands out as one of the classiest examples of an elite home. Bill Gates’ Home (Images via redesign-day, itechtalk) Bill Gates’ house is known for its high tech pins that can be worn by guests to automatically adjust the temperature and music of any room that is entered. What is not as well known is the estate’s incredible cost. At over $147 million, the land and home carry $1 million in property taxes a year. Anil Ambani’s High Rise Estate (Images via i-am-youth, elitechoice, kokkada, newsofap) Anil Ambani would not settle for a large home outside of his native India. Rumored to have an entire room chilled to the point that snowball fights are possible, this sky rise is also decked out in more utilitarian ways. With 5 heliports, a parking garage for over 150 cars, and its own pool, there’s little missing from this businessman’s residence. Alnwick Castle Tree House (Images via fooyoh, saynotocrack) Alnwick Castle in England is notable on its own, but a tree house built on the grounds seems to catch the tourist’s eyes just as much. One of the largest tree houses in the world, this sprawling building could fit your house in its elevated living room. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist: Tree houses aren't just for kids anymore. Here are 15 of the coolest tree houses in the world, from a 6,000 sq ft tree house to a suspended 'nest' tree house. 29 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» Do you aspire to something exotic and unique or comfortable and cozy? Here are seventy of the most amazing, unusual, offbeat and unique houses in the world. 46 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» Would it surprise you to learn that a number of houses around the world, from New York to Amsterdam and Brazil to Britain have various claims to being the skinniest house in the world? 69 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید
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Spectacular Spain: 15 Standout Hotels from Madrid to Ibiza
معماری Spectacular Spain: 15 Standout Hotels from Madrid to Ibiza Lounge on the beaches of Barcelona, party all night in Ibiza, sample fine wines in Rioja country and relax among the beautiful people in Madrid – the vibrant nation of Spain has a lot to offer, not the least of which is a stunning range of stylish design hotels. These 15 accommodations represent some of the most modern and visually engaging hotels in Spain’s most sought-after destinations, from low-budget hostels to ultra-exclusive celebrity hangouts. Barcelo Raval, Barcelona (images via: barceloraval.com) A four-star luxury hotel with affordable rates, the Barcelo Raval is most notable for its stunning transformation in 2009, which re-launched it as one of Barcelona’s most stylish places to stay. It’s flashy, it’s feminine, it’s full of eye-popping details like massive groups of dangling cylindrical lights in the lobby (an homage to the building’s distinctive elliptical shape). Bright, colorful and thoroughly modern, the Barcelo Raval is located in the city’s once-gritty, now increasingly trendy Barrio Chino district. Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel, Ibiza Island (images via: ushuaiabeachotel.com) Venture off the mainland onto Ibiza Island and it’s almost as if you’re in a whole different country – a country where the raison d’etre is glittery all-night parties and lounging on some of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful beaches. While you’re there you might want to check out the brand-spanking-new Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel, an exclusive adults-only party hotel located on the white sands of Playa d’en Bossa beach opposite one of the island’s most famous clubs, Space. This glamorous 236-room hotel has three restaurants, plenty of VIP perks, DJs spinning night and day, aromatherapy menus in the guest rooms and even swim-up rooms located along a man-made ‘river’ that meanders through the gardens. Hotel Vincci Soho, Madrid (images via: hotelvinccisoho.com) A quiet 4-star hotel in the center of the historic district of Madrid, Hotel Vincci Soho is a contemporary design hotel located just steps from the Art Triangle museums. The hotel is comprised of five buildings, all cultural heritage sites, renovated and combined into an open interior space with plenty of balconies and terraces offering stunning views of the city. Hotel Marques de Riscal, Elciego (images via: starwoodhotels.com) Designed by world-famous architect Frank Gehry, the Hotel Marques de Riscal can be found in Spain’s countryside in the heart of Rioja wine country, about two hours from Bilbao. This ultra-exclusive luxury boutique hotel has just 14 guest rooms and is, at least in terms of cost per square foot, one of the most expensive hotels ever built. Gehry’s billowing titanium roof contrasts beautifully with the more traditional architecture of the winery. The Marques de Riscal estate is one of Spain’s oldest and most esteemed producers of Rioja wine; even if you can’t stay here, a trip to the winery would be worth the effort. Hotel Omm, Barcelona (images via: hotelomm.es) The Hotel Omm offers trendy décor and world-class Catalan cuisine in Barcelona’s Paseo de Gracia district, with individually designed guest rooms, a playful modern facade and lots of sunlight. It’s modern in a way that’s cozy and accessible, full of neutral tones and clean, straight lines. Just down the street from two of Antonio Gaudi’s most famous Barcelona buildings, La Pedrera and Casa Battlo, Hotel Omm has a rooftop terrace with a pool and a bar, perfect for gazing out at the iconic architecture of the area. Hotel Viura, Villabuena de Álava (images via: avantgardehotels.com) A stark standout among the more traditional architecture of surrounding villages, Hotel Viura is bold and whimsical, with a Rioja country location that’s super-convenient for wine-loving travelers. With 13 standard rooms, 13 deluxe rooms, 7 suites and restaurant focusing on fresh, natural foods, Hotel Viura emphasizes low-key, luxurious relaxation. Hotel Puerta America, Madrid (images via: hoteles-silken.com) Hotel Puerta America, a new design hotel in Madrid, is already renowned for its artsy interiors: “You know that the Hotel Puerta America in Madrid is something special before you even walk in the door. The exterior is encased in brightly colored cladding printed with the poem ‘Freedom’ by Paul Ellard. But that’s nothing compared to the showcase of international design talent found inside. Each of the 12 floors of this new boutique hotel was designed by one of the world’s most sought-after architects including Zaha Hadid, David Chipperfield, Normal Foster and Jean Nouvel. Ascending from one floor to the next, one encounters jarring shifts in color and mood, shifting from Chipperfield’s toned-down monochromatic luxury to faceted stainless steel to Italian opulence. Marc Newsom’s sixth floor is practically vampiric with its red lacquer, white marble and black furniture while Ron Arad takes the seventh floor to a futuristic, almost space-like place with curved white Corian. Interactivity, Japanese minimalism, industrial cement and zebra-striped formica walls are just a few of the other themes included in the eclectic mix.” Casa Camper, Barcelona (images via: casacamper.com) Camper makes cool and quirky shoes, but what do they know about hotels? Plenty, as it turns out. Casa Camper, the company’s new affordably priced hotel and restaurant, is hip and eco-friendly, with few unnecessary frills but lots of thoughtful details that make life easier for travelers. A 25-room hotel in Barcelona’s El Raval neighborhood, Casa Camper uses solar power to heat the hotel’s water and serves up “healthy fast food” in the form of flavored rice balls, which you eat sitting on a giant set of concrete stairs facing out through a wall of windows. El Raval, a traditionally poor area of historic Barcelona, is a bit off the beaten path, but, says owner Miguel Fluxá, “We wanted to show guests another part of Barcelona that is not so obvious.” Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao (images via: hoteles-silken.com) Literally standing in the shadow of the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Bilbao, the Gran Hotel Domine basically had no choice but to be stunningly stylish. Ultramodern yet seemingly effortlessly sophisticated, this luxury 5-star hotel has 145 modern guest rooms and a rooftop terrace with amazing views of the museum and the city of Bilbao. Its polished stone exterior and slanted glass windows provide a hint at the somewhat quirky stylings of the interior including a massive tower of stones that reaches from the lobby floor to a glass atrium roof. Rooms Deluxe Hostel, Valencia (images via: roomsdeluxe.com) Spain – as the rest of the world – is full of uninspired hostels that provide little more than a roof over a budget traveler’s head. The Rooms Deluxe Hostel in Valencia is not one of those places. This ‘designer’ hostel still offers up dirt-cheap bunks and private rooms but does so in style with 28 themed rooms designed by local artists. It’s got free wi-fi and – a bonus in the world of hostels – air conditioning. Best of all, it’s located right across from the City of Arts and Sciences, halfway between the historic district of Valencia and the beach. Hotel Room Mate Oscar, Madrid (images via: room-matehotels.com) Who says good design is only for the beautiful people? The Hotel Room Mate Oscar in Madrid is well within the average traveler’s budget, but doesn’t skimp on bold and dramatic choices in interior décor. Its 75 individually decorated rooms are fun, bright and unexpected, often veering into “wow, this is wild” territory. The breakfast room is so snazzy it might as well be a nightclub, and the hotel also has a popular rooftop pool. Hotel W, Barcelona (images via: w-barcelona.com) You can’t miss the sail-shaped Hotel W at the Port of Barcelona, a soaring 26-story structure that sits perpendicular to the dock to give virtually all 473 guest rooms picturesque views of the city and the sea. With a rooftop bar, lots of outdoor terraces and an infinity pool right on the Mediterranean, the W is an unparalleled way to experience seaside Barcelona. It’s a 25-minute stroll from Las Ramblas, making it a better choice for the seasoned Barcelona traveler or those who want to stay on the beach rather than attraction-obsessed first-time visitors. Hospes, Madrid (images via: hospes.com) Peace and relaxation are the main themes at Hospes Madrid, a 41-room 5-star luxury hotel adjacent to the Parque Del Retiro, a large park in the city center. A serene color palette of white, beige and gray accented with soft shades of purple, mauve and coral enhance the soothing effect throughout the standard and deluxe rooms, the junior suites and the seductive Grand Suite. Guests can enjoy a tapas bar, a restaurant specializing in natural and healthy foods, a ‘Chill Out Patio’ and an indoor pool. Hotel Arts Barcelona (images via: hotelartsbarcelona.com) Tower above virtually everything else in Barcelona when you stay at Hotel Arts, located right on Barceloneta Beach in one of the 44-story Vila Olímpica towers. The Hotel Arts, managed by the Ritz-Carlton Company, has 438 guest rooms including 32 ‘club’ rooms, 44 executive suites and 28 luxury apartments; club-level guests get exclusive access to a private lounge. Outside the busiest parts of the city center, Hotel Arts is a quiet way to experience a very vibrant and active city. Hospes Palacio de los Patos, Granada (images via: hospes.com) A 19th-century palace in one of Spain’s most stunning historic cities has been given new life as a chic modern hotel, the Hospes Palacio de los Patos. Once a Roman stronghold, the city of Granada is best known for its Moorish influences and retains a romantic and utterly unique sense of self that has been translated into all 42 rooms of the hotel. Muted tones of gold, silver and champagne echo the colors of the city outside and somehow manage to tie together the history of the building and its contemporary décor. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist: Lookotel plans to roll out low-cost modular 'capsule hotels' across Spain and the rest of Europe which feature larger rooms than those in Japan's pod hotels. Click Here to Read More »» Fresh, creative and sometimes strange, these 12 hotels in France - including a hamster-themed getaway with a working man-sized wheel - are fun and unexpected. 1 Comment - Click Here to Read More »» These 13 hotels represent some of the coolest, most design-oriented lodgings in Singapore, from hip urban hotels to rainforest resorts. 3 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید
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05-13-2011
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Just Mist It: Foghorns Worth Sounding Off About
معماری Just Mist It: Foghorns Worth Sounding Off About Though lighthouses have captured much of the glory when it comes to seacoasts, shorelines and shipwrecks, their usefulness quickly fades when thick mists and pea-soup fogs roll in. At times like these, lighthouses hand the torch to their less glamorous but no less essential aural counterparts: foghorns. And to that we say, “Hear here!” Shore Sounds Good! Foghorns have been sounding off since 1859 when a steam-powered “fog alarm” invented by Robert Foulis began operations on Partridge Island, New Brunswick, Canada. In one form or another, the Partridge Island foghorn (shown above in a watercolor sketch from 1865) continued to sound out a mournful moan to wayward mariners for 139 years, until it was finally switched off on May 4th, 1998. Robert Foulis supposedly got the idea for a low-frequency fog alarm one misty night while listening to his daughter play the piano. He noticed something curious: the lower notes carried further and sounded louder than the higher notes. Foulis’ first fog alarm not only blasted out loud low tones, it was automated and could be set up to play different coded cadences so that sailors could determine which location they were nearing. Most steam-powered foghorns use coal to heat their boilers. You can see the incoming coal chute (above right) leading down into the boiler building of the Point Reyes foghorn. Foghorns Of Plenty 22 The next technological leap in foghorn design came in the late 1890s when English pipe organ designer Robert Hope-Jones rigged his Wurlitzer organ to produce what he called a “diaphonic” tone. Hope-Jones’ diaphone was further refined by Canadian John Pell Northey, who added a secondary air supply that resulted in the full, rich, two-tone foghorn that remains the benchmark for foghorns over a century later. Split Rock Music Split Rock Lighthouse has been guarding the north shore of Lake Superior southwest of Silver Bay, Minnesota, since 1910. A pair of diaphone foghorns were mounted on a separate building (above). Originally powered by a gasoline engine and an associated air compressor, the foghorns were switched over to electric power in 1940 and sounded their last blast in 1961. The Sound Of Silence What could be lonelier than the sound of a foghorn? How about a silenced foghorn, which are becoming more and more common as time passes. The days when ship captains aboard sailing ships becalmed in mist cupped their ears and listened intently for the call of the foghorn are long gone. Today’s ships hum with the throb of diesel engines and captains fix their positions via radar and GPS systems. Mighty foghorns such as the one above, located on the Langness peninsula on the Isle of Man, are left to the mercy of the wind, rain and corrosive salt spray. Some of the loneliest and at the same time, most scenically spectacular foghorns are located on the Scottish isle of Ailsa Craig. Now uninhabited and a designated bird sanctuary, Ailsa Craig and its huge foghorns have been silent since 1966. The massive foghorns located on the island’s north and south coasts were supplied with air from now-rusting compressed air tanks, kept full via now-ruined gasworks. Ailsa Craig was extensively quarried for its unique blue-gray granite, used to make curling stones. Blasting is now forbidden but loose rock is still mined to make the famous Scottish “rocks.” Still Hear Though not as common as they once were, there is still a need for foghorns in many parts of the world. As well, technology has given foghorns a new lease on life. Equipped with laser generators and computer operating software, modern marvels like the white beauty (above left) from Maine, USA, shine a beam of light into the mist and should the fog reflect back a significant quantity of light, the electric foghorn will sound. Modern or not, foghorns’ claim to fame remains their loud and penetrating sound designed to be heard and heeded from many miles away. One hopes the gentleman above, at Scotland’s Mull of Galloway lighthouse’s foghorn, has remembered to wear his earplugs. You’ll Be Mist Just as the inclement weather they’re designed to warn against relentless batters them, foghorns seem to endure though some have been silent for many decades. Part of this is due to their isolation: their residual scrap value isn’t worth the time and trouble to retrieve them from islands, points and peninsulas. Not that their presence harms anyone or anything – in fact, the evocative nature of foghorns makes them a favored subject for painters and photographers. That a man-made device built to emit sound can appeal to our visual and emotional centers is something worth appreciating… even, if I dare say, worth blowing your horn about. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist: If, as the esteemed poet Robert Frost once opined, “Good fences make good neighbors,” these 15 fiendishly offensive fences must make good neighbors... furious. 3 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» Did you know that books could be used for something other than reading? Artists today are breaking down the walls (and pages) between different types of art. 17 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» The old fashioned billboard is plastered with text and ugly graphics, but there are pioneers who are pushing the limits of a once conservative business. 11 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید
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05-13-2011
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Balloon-Like Comic and Animation Museum Coming to China
معماری Balloon-Like Comic and Animation Museum Coming to China A cluster of organic shapes that look almost biological in nature, these bold white volumes will soon be the home of a new Comic and Animation Museum in Hangzhou, China. Dutch design firm MVRDV won a competition to design the museum with this unusual approach, featuring a spiraling interior that highlights decades of cartoon history. The rounded shapes of the structure, which reach down to the ground on tapered ‘legs’, are no accident: they were designed to resemble the speech bubbles that are so familiar to comic book fans. Each ‘bubble’ in the design will house a different function of the museum, including two exhibition spaces that will project animations onto the curved interior wall. Visitors will meander through a high-ceilinged space on raised platforms and walkways, gazing up at massive replicas of comic book characters and other oversized displays and then spiraling up along the walls into a comic book library, open to the main chamber. Where ‘bubbles’ connect, internal openings are created, which not only provide a means to get from one area to another, but also a look into the adjoining space. The museum will feature a cinema and a roof terrace restaurant. The complex will also include a series of parks on islands in White Horse Lake with a public plaza and an expo center which will house the annual China International Comic and Animation Festival. Construction on the Comic and Animation Museum will begin in 2012. Want More? Click for Great Related Content on WebUrbanist: Gotham City, Neo-Tokyo, Metropolis - what these and 10 other cities have in common is that they're just as fascinating as the superheroes that inhabit them. 3 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» The brand-new, wealthy urban center of Ordos in northern China has sat empty for five years as citizens of the old town hesitate to relocate. 6 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» Cappadocia's cave homes have made it famous, but there is another, less well-known attraction there: a weird museum with 16,000 samples of human hair. 3 Comments - Click Here to Read More »» مطالب مرتبط با معماری اخرین اخبار و مطالب مرتبط با معماری را از آدرس http://p30city.net/search.php?do=fin...&starteronly=1 مشاهده کنید
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