Staff Lounge By Lum Architecture On 17th Street In SF

John Lum Architecture is positioned in a former laundry machine factory on 17th Street in the Mission District of San Francisco. The staff region & lounge, which is located on the second floor of the developing was fully gutted and recreated to serve as an area for staff use. By way of this project, they had been capable to reconfigured the space to greater meet their own needs whilst simultaneously using it as a study for the utilization of various finishes, colors and texture.  While the firm generally tends toward modern and sustainable design and style methods, when acceptable they also promote the historical preservation of certain websites and materials. The lounge and dining location above presents a all-natural and relaxed atmosphere where staff members can take a break and enjoy their meals. Each piece in the area is exquisite but one particular of my favorite objects is the steam bend wood sculpture by Ted Uran that is situated in front of the windows. The contemporary decor is blended nicely with the current structure which integrated the stunning wooden opened beam ceiling that was white washed.

The kitchen is a mix of stone, steel and wooden surfaces.  The perforated metal toe kick of the island appears somewhat translucent and is a striking contrast to the restored wooden (fir) floor. The backsplash of the kitchen area is a big steel-trowelled cement plaster (stucco) box that separates the kitchen and dining spaces from the two private offices positioned to the rear of the developing. To the sides of the kitchen area are ash veneered plywood doors that enclose the storage spaces. The space as a complete appears hugely livable however quite modern day with surprisingly warm components and textures.

To the interior of the steel troweled cement box is the bathroom featuring a salvaged claw foot tub, an open shower and massive skylight that fills the internal space with organic light. The faucets handles have been also salvaged and the steel sink basin has a modern and industrial searching hot rolled steel surround.

John Lum Architecture is strongly committed to green improvement and not only provides architectural solutions, but also interior design, furnishings, lighting and colour consultations. The 10 person firm functions with a wide variety of projects from smaller projects such as additions and remodeling to larger ones such as new construction, detailed custom residences and multi-unit projects. They have also completed the very first ever permitted rain and gray water recycling system in San Francisco and with their project in Sunset Magazine’s Concept Residence was deemed one particular of the 10 greenest buildings in SF.

Project Details

Project Title | LUM 17th Street
Function | Staff Lounge
Architectural Style | John Lum Architecture
Place|  17TH STREET – San Francisco, CA, USA
Photography | Sharon Risedorph and Arrowood Photography

Urban Beach House With Ultra Modern Day Street Presence

Hewlett House is somewhat of an oddity floating in a sea of sameness. Located in a residential region of Sydney, Australia, this ultra-modern property by MPR Design Group stands out for its crisp white facade and abstract geometric shape – not your typical single-family residence. Within the white enclosure, a floor-to-ceiling glass wall provides unobstructed views out, and in! Just attempt and walk by without glancing in! Interiors are futuristic and minimalist in their decor, letting the architecture take the spotlight. Here’;s a virtual tour of this should-see beach home.

Stacked but slightly off center, two white rectangular frames with rounded edges enclose glass facades that provide a glimpse at what’;s behind these closed doors. To live in a residence like this, you have to be okay with transparency, so to speak.

The upper volume is like art, featuring dramatic white strokes dashing across its face, and openings reduce into its ceiling, all generating a standout street-side show. But beyond the sidewalk, you’;ll locate yourself lost in the views of Bronte Beach from the upper-level deck.

As you pass by, you can not help but sneak a peek at this intriguing home’;s equally appealing interiors. Visible from the outdoors, the irregularly shaped windows and skylights are the vibrant spots, at least from this vantage point. But there is considerably much more to see beyond this extraordinary exterior.

Inside, a circular skylight provides a view of the blue sky overhead, even though beneath, an remarkable spiral staircase winds its way down in a most sculptural way.

Even though the staircase is modern and smooth in its style, there is an unmistakably organic inspiration behind it – fitting for this luxurious beach house! The shell-shaped curl is both a grounding element and an artistic aspect of this contemporary home design.

When down the stairs, you have to appear up or you are going to miss this amazing underside, an interplay of shadow and light and shape, which is every single bit as worthy of admiration as the prime side.

The lower level of the residence has the distinctive feel of “the depths” with no becoming too dark or closed off. The stone walls and wood floors are warm, and constantly top your eye back to the spiraling tunnel light.

Living regions are housed on the upper level, permitting for the greatest use (and maximum enjoyment!) of these spectacular waterfront views. This open concept location contains the kitchen features a carved cantilevered island and is completed in a minimalist style that instantaneously inflicts calm this traditionally hectic hub.

In truth, the whole residence was made as a retreat, balancing open airy spaces behind glass facades, and comfortably concealed retreats where the homeowners can rest and loosen up in privacy – the best of each worlds!

The bedrooms are located on the middle level of the property, and carry the very same ultra-modern aesthetic and ambiance. Imagine expanding up with this contemporary, sleek space as your crash pad?! We’;re inspired by the glossy curving wall function with the integrated seat.

Much more of a sophisticated adult retreat, this bedroom boasts the exact same glossy white wall therapy.

The bathroom is quite possibly the sweetest retreat of them all, featuring a beautiful marble floor that rises up into a marble vanity and a marble bath, enclosed in glass to sustain its open, spacious really feel. The straightforward, cool palette reflects nature, but in a refined way.

Right here are the floor plans for 3 levels of living space:

This profile view illustrates how the property measures up to the sloping website – the stepping levels kind long, wide platforms with a break half-way through, separating sunken and raised spaces on every floor.

MPR Design Group
by way of Contemporist

27 Main Street In Northcote

This beautiful residence is situated in Northcote, a suburb of Melbourne, Australia.

The home’s interior provides a variety of patterns and components upon which to rest your eye, even though they come collectively so nicely that they do not overwhelm the viewer.

The house is presently up for auction.

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27 Principal Street in Northcote:

“With private entry to Rubie Thompson Reserve and presiding over a tree-lined cul-de-sac award-winning architect Robert Simeoni presents an artful blend of modern style in this coveted pocket of Northcote.

As welcoming as it is intimate and sophisticated, architectural voids invite the environs in, more than two floodlit levels, to a series of expansive living zones for a subtle, relaxed ambience.

Seamless glass walls delineate a superb entry by way of exceptionally proportioned formal and informal living places with open fire and custom in-built cabinetry.

-A palette of natural surfaces and components echoes its Park setting.
– Guest’s powder space accompanies atrium entry and residence workplace.
-Master suite with walk-in robe and ensuite.
-Chef’s kitchen with in depth cabinetry and High quality 900mm (35in) Miele appliances.
-Mezzanine landing / household study with custom shelving.
-Ample storage, ducted heating / cooling, double carport
-Superb “Verdegris” landscape design and style with 5000 Lt (1320 gallons) underground water tanks.
-Quick stroll to Station St conveniences, Higher St transportation and eateries, Schools and the Northcote pool!”

Floor Strategy

Pictures courtesy of RT Edgar

‘Follow Your Art – Street Art Against Slavery’ In Help Of Anti-Slavery International

‘Follow Your Art’ is a pretty new idea introduced by Anti-Slavery International consisting of multi-art events to raise awareness and funds for the charity, while at the exact same time supporting street artists and the notion of street art. The debut of ‘Follow Your Art – Street Art Against Slavery’ was final October at Village Underground in the lead up to Frieze Art Fair, and was a roaring success, exactly where £30,000 was raised for Anti-Slavery International and the awareness spread amongst many.

Following on from this success in bringing Anti-Slavery International to the forefront of contemporary culture, they are in the process of planning one more occasion that will take spot on 3rd April 2013. Partnering with Village Underground and continued help from Moniker Projects, endorsements by Sotheby’s, as properly as new located assistance from the renowned gallery StolenSpace, we are set to generate a equivalent, even far more exciting event.

Street art remains a large focus with pieces developed or donated by a select few of London’s most influential street artists such as Remi Rough, Vinnie Nylon, RYCA, Pure Evil, Dscreet, James Jessop, Benjamin Murphy and Jo Peel. As well as this exhibition, ‘Follow Your Art’ will see the premier of an edit from the short film ‘Dots’, an ongoing film project seeking at the roots of graffiti and street art with a concentrate on the notoriously influential book Subway Art (1984), filmed and directed by street artist Dscreet.

Lastly, music will be a major draw with the timeless DJ Grooverider headlining the evening and bringing in the crowds.

When: Wednesday 3rd April 2013, 8pm – 1am
Where: Village Underground, 54 Holywell Lane, Shoreditch, LONDON, EC2A 3PQ
Value: £10, tickets from Village Underground