Category: House Design

Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr promises “brilliant designers, exciting locations and eye-popping interior design”

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Published: 5 March 2024

Updated: 5 March 2024

In a new series of Interior Design Masters, Alan Carr welcomes ten novice designers looking for their big break in the world of commercial interior design.

Over eight weeks they will be competing to win a collaboration contract with a global homeware brand to produce their own line of home furnishings. Design expert and former editor of Elle Decoration Michelle Ogundehin returns as the series judge.

The designers come from all walks of life and have very different signature styles, from the ‘Victorian Maximalist’ to the ‘Elegant Brutalist’ to the ‘Colourful Traditionalist’.

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Taiwan Architecture News: Taiwanese Buildings

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Taiwan architecture news 2024, East Asia building, Construction design, Architect offices, Property updates

Contemporary Taiwanese Architectural Developments: New East Asian Built Environment Updates

post updated 6 May 2024

Taiwan Architecture Designs – chronological list

Taiwan Architecture News in 2023

New Taiwan Architecture News – latest additions to this page, arranged chronologically:

10 Jan 2024
The Cliff House, Taitung County
Architects: Chain10 Architecture & Interior Design Institute
The Cliff House
photos by Chain10 Architecture & Interior Design Institute
The Cliff House
Located in east Taiwan, The Cliff House is surrounded by the Coastal Range on the west side and the Pacific Ocean on

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Chesil Cliff House for sale: The fall and fall of Grand Designs’ saddest home – and the marriage it helped end

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When Edward and Hazel Short put their life savings into building their fantasy home on the coast, they hope it will change their lives for the better and give their two children a fabulous childhood.

Instead, more than 12 years later, the luxury house has been relisted for sale once again at knockdown price, the couple’s marriage is over and millionaire Mr Short is still paying off some of the money he borrowed for the ambitious building project.

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Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York Reveals Designer Lineup, Design Fair Collectible Announces US Edition, and More News

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From significant business changes to noteworthy product launches, there’s always something new happening in the world of design. In this biweekly roundup, AD PRO has everything you need to know.

In the News

Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York unveils 2024 designer roster

The next installment of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House, the biggest fundraiser for the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club, will unfold in a 65th Street townhouse on New York’s Upper East Side. Opening to the public on May 2, the showcase will feature the handiwork of 24 powerhouse architects and designers, including AD PRO

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New Alabama State House design documents show expanded footprint, amenities

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Alabama Legislative Council heard new details Wednesday about the new Alabama State House, including schematics that show the building will have an expanded footprint, more square footage in both the House and Senate chambers and several new amenities.

“It’s going to be a timeless building, it’s going to be here for 150 years and we’re going to be proud of it,” said Bill Wallace, lead architect on the project, told the panel of lawmakers. “It’s going to fit seamlessly with the capitol complex.”

Bill Wallace with the Montgomery-based engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood speaks during a
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The Essence of Home: More Than a Place

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Home is a word that evokes a multitude of emotions, from warmth and comfort to nostalgia and longing. It is more than just a physical structure; it represents a deep connection to one’s identity, memories, and sense of belonging. The meaning of home transcends its walls, extending into the realms of security, love, and personal growth. Whether nestled in the hustle and bustle of a city or tucked away in a quiet rural setting, home remains a constant in the human experience.

Defining Home: Beyond the Physical

At its core, home is a space that offers shelter and protection. However, …

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The Concept of Home: A Multifaceted Sanctuary

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Home is much more than just a physical structure. It is a sanctuary—a place where individuals can retreat from the outside world, seek comfort, and find a sense of belonging. It is a concept that transcends the four walls of a building, embodying a feeling of security, identity, and continuity. Across cultures and generations, the idea of home has been imbued with deep emotional resonance, evolving in its meaning to encompass not only the space we occupy but also the experiences and memories that shape us.

At its core, home represents stability. It is the foundation upon which individuals build …

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The Meaning of “Home”: More Than Just a Place

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Home is not merely a physical structure. It transcends bricks and mortar, evolving into a space that encompasses far more than the confines of a house. From childhood memories to a sense of belonging, home represents both an emotional anchor and a sanctuary. It holds significance in countless ways, shaping who we are, how we interact with others, and how we perceive the world around us.

The essence of home is elusive. It’s a concept that shifts with time, context, and individual experience. To some, it may evoke nostalgia—a return to a place filled with warmth, familiarity, and comfort. For …

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