Single-Family House in The Netherlands All Cladded in Ceramic Tiles
Away from the city rush, on a small plot of land (210 square meters), a single-family home in a picturesque settlement is all some of us need, in order to experience the wonders of a new and fresh lifestyle. The V House, designed by BaksvanWengerden Architecten in Alkmaar (the Netherlands) is an interesting example of modern architecture, being all cladded in ceramic tiles. A wonderful and relaxing garden spreads ahead, just for you, to simply enjoy spectacular views while reading your favourite newspaper in the morning. On the South, the kitchen opens up to a formal front yard. The bedrooms are located upstairs, for an additional amount of privacy.
The design of the house looks interesting, without being too edgy. “The position and proportions of the building plot as well as the different views and privacy resulted in a north-south orientation on the ground floor which is organized around a free-standing box containing services and mechanical and electrical components for the surrounding spaces“. It is rather a solid house with a humble aspect. The striking element is definitely the garden, with its exquisite lush vegetation. Soak your senses into deep relaxation and enjoy the view!
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L-Shaped Modern Villa in the Netherlands: House At The Edge Of A Forest
Hilberink Bosch Architects designed a modern home, situated at the edge of a forest in Heesch, The Netherlands. Here is the information from the project description we were sent: “The house consists of two different volumes: an L-shaped base on which an oblong volume balances. Together they form a sculpture which resembles a fallen tree on a pile of earth.The public functions of the house are situated in the L-shaped base. The outside walls of the L-shape which face the public road look unapproachable and secretive. The wall is made with long, dark, robust bricks emphasizing the horizontal lines. The interior of the house is open and light. The living space is connected with the terrace, the garden and the forest and a flood of light is entering the house. The garden facade of the house is formed by a concrete structure, the imagination of modern living within the rampart.
All the edges of the different volumes are made without any eaves, the material dissolves in the air. This reinforces the abstract appearance of the sculpture. Just as a wanderer, caught in a thunderstorm, will seek shelter under a fallen tree, the inhabitants will find protection in this house.The different aspects of study slowly grow into an actual building. The building becomes part of the poetry, part of the memory, it becomes meaningful.”[Photographs: René de Wit, Paul Kozlowski]
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Interesting Architecture Duo: Modern Extension to Small Farmhouse in the Netherlands
Company reSET architecture sent us photos and information about the renovation and extension of a small decaying farmhouse in the Dutch Betuwe region. Here is the press release we were sent: “A new annex is placed in the second line, behind the existing farmhouse, inferior in height but with a strong presence, providing a backdrop for the farmhouse. In its updated context the old building becomes more prominent in its surroundings. The contrast in architecture between the farmhouse and its new added wing results in an ambiguous synergy. The character of the separate elements is easy to read yet this does not mean their relationship is simple: recognize new changes to the old farm and local historical references to elements in the new volume provide a multiple relationship between the two parts of the whole. The two main volumes are clearly recognizable, old and new, but in function, detailing and materials linked.
In function the differences reinforce each other. Two different housing archetypes are combined; a landscape-oriented ‘loft-like’ open-plan living space and a more private plan, arranged in rooms, in the existing farmhouse. In both cases, the openings in the wall are arranged in a way that they provide optimum views of the surrounding landscape. In the old building these are just small peepholes and in the new section large windows provide a clear visual connection with the orchard. The facades of the extension have an identical structure, there is a steel base and top edge separated by a glass facade or timber infill”.
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Leave a commentTemporary Social Installation In The Netherlands: Abondatus Gigantus
Lego-lovers out there, you can add this construction to your Lego inspiration folder. Constructed in 2011, the pavilion is an urban stage for performances of all kinds exhibitions and events. The temporary pavilion was built for the Grenswerk Festival in Enschede, Netherlands, in a public space. Michiel de Wit and Filip Jonker of LOOSFM were the ones who designed the versatile and temporary meeting space named “Abondatus Gigantus“. Bricks in red, blue, yellow, black and white were carefully placed to shape a church-like structure that reinterprets the use of well-known Lego bricks. Rising 20 feet in the air, the installation features a a honeycomb pattern that draws natural light in. Bouncing off the colored walls, light creates an interesting effect inside. One of many Lego-inspired designs, the Abondatus Gigantus shows that an iconic design can serve as inspiration for many other interesting projects.
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10 CommentsTraditional On One Side, Contemporary On The Other: Villa Rotunda In The Netherlands
Villa Rotonda is a contemporary residence designed by Dutch studio Bedaux de Brouwer Architecten and located in southern Netherlands, in the province of North Brabant. You are looking at a home that displays an original architecture and a misleading one, if you were to judge by the traditional exterior, as seen from the street. The opposite facade (the one facing the garden) reveals a stunning modern design. Here is more from the architects: “On the street side, the house appears to be a variation on the archetypal Dutch residence, with a pitched slate roof and grey brick walls. On the garden side, that idea is toppled, and the atmosphere changes. The southern side of the house looks out onto the deep garden. Here, the façade is nearly completely transparent. Almost every room in the house faces the large garden. With the closed-off street-side façade guarding the rear of the house, it is possible to enjoy both utter privacy and light, open living. As such, with the design of the house, the two young architects have achieved an optimal combination of two worlds, modern and traditional, thereby proving that they are worthy of following in the footsteps of their predecessors in the office.” We find this project witty, creative and most of all, safe. Don’t hesitate to drop a line and tell us if you agree.
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Leave a commentNetherlands judge rules that Samsung Galaxy S, S II violate Apple patents, bans sales
A judge in The Hague just issued a ruling in Apple’s patent infringement case against Samsung, prohibiting “the marketing of Samsung smartphones Galaxy S, S II and Ace for violation of Apple Inc. EP 2,058,868.” In an official press release, the court explains that The Hague judge ruled to “ban trading of Samsung smartphones Galaxy S, S II and Ace,” adding that Samsung also violated other Apple patents with its Galaxy Tab 10.1 and 10.1v, though it’s not clear whether or not sales of those devices will be banned as well. The specific patents cited include 2,058,868, which deals with “method of scrolling,” 2,098,948 for “recording a flag in connection with multiple screen taps,” and 1,964,022, which relates to dragging a slider to unlock the phone. It appears that the ban will remain in effect through October 13th. Hit up the source link for the full 65-page verdict (in Dutch).
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Netherlands judge rules that Samsung Galaxy S, S II violate Apple patents, bans sales
A judge in The Hague just issued a ruling in Apple’s patent infringement case against Samsung, prohibiting “the marketing of Samsung smartphones Galaxy S, S II and Ace for violation of Apple Inc. EP 2,058,868.” In an official press release, the court explains that The Hague judge ruled to “ban trading of Samsung smartphones Galaxy S, S II and Ace,” adding that Samsung also violated other Apple patents with its Galaxy Tab 10.1 and 10.1v, though it’s not clear whether or not sales of those devices will be banned as well. The specific patents cited include 2,058,868, which deals with “method of scrolling,” 2,098,948 for “recording a flag in connection with multiple screen taps,” and 1,964,022, which relates to dragging a slider to unlock the phone. It appears that the ban will remain in effect through October 13th. Hit up the source link for the full 65-page verdict (in Dutch).
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Giulia Noni shoots Kim Noorda and Bette Franke for the Cool Kim editorial in the September 2010 issue of L’Officiel Netherlands.
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