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- The LM Stool by Nifemi Marcus Bello
  
  MichaelSeptember 28, 2018
- The Palm Exotjca in Kenya and is set to be the Tallest Skyscraper in Africa
  
  MichaelSeptember 27, 2018
- The Communique Office in India by groupDCA pairs a Bold Brutalist Character with a Restrained Industrial Aesthetic
  
  MichaelSeptember 27, 2018

PROJECTS

The Luxurious Interior of the Icha Chateau by Spacemen in Shanghai features over 34 000 meters of Undulating Gold Chains

MichaelSeptember 28, 2018

Housed in a mid-19th-century colonial heritage building in a newly developed outdoor shopping district, in Shanghai, China, local architectu...

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The Communique Office in India by groupDCA pairs a Bold Brutalist Character with a Restrained Industrial Aesthetic

MichaelSeptember 27, 2018

Designed by New Delhi-based architects, groupDCA (www.groupdca.in), the three-storey Communique marketing office building pairs a brutalist ...

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Living in Muckleneuk: A proposed residential development in South Africa by Holm Jordaan Architects (New Urban Architects)

MichaelSeptember 26, 2018

This proposed residential development in Muckleneuk, Pretoria features eight terrace units, each covering an area of 350sqm over two stories...

ARCHITECTURE0 Comments 04 min read

The Joe Lalli Resort in China by Jade+QA has an official September opening date

MichaelSeptember 24, 2018

JADE+QA, recently tweeted images of the construction progress on their Jo Lalli Resort Project in the beautiful countryside of the Moganshan...

ARCHITECTURENEWS0 Comments 02 min read

The Brick Vault Library in India by Sameep Padora & Associates features an accessible roof that rises from the landscape.

MichaelSeptember 23, 2018

Mumbai-based architecture firm Sameep Padora & Associates (sP+a) have recently completed this brick vaulted library for a school in Kopa...

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This Apartment Renovation in Taiwan by 3Designs turns a flat from the 80s into a Contemporary Home with a Nordic aesthetic

MichaelSeptember 22, 2018

Redesigned by Taiwanese interior design studio, 3Designs (www.3designs.com.tw) this apartment renovation of a flat from the 80's features wo...

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EDITOR'S CHOICE

Clane Office renovation and retrofit in Victoria Island, Lagos by CMD+A

MichaelJune 13, 2018
How Architecture can create a new Africa

Bibi UkonuApril 23, 2018
THE MVELO DESK BY PINDA IS A GREAT EXAMPLE OF AFRICAN FURNITURE DESIGN

MichaelJuly 28, 2017
The Deenal School in Lagos by Urban and Contemporary Architects features a colourful lattice facade

MichaelFebruary 14, 2018

DESIGN AND STYLE

The LM Stool by Nifemi Marcus Bello

MichaelSeptember 28, 2018

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The rationale behind the LM stool was to create a multifunctional object whose form tests design limitations...we d...

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Take a walk through this Hillside Luxury Villa in Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai, UAE

MichaelSeptember 24, 2018

This Luxury 6 bedroom villa is 1 of 20 highly exclusive villas that form a luxury development in Dubai's Jumeriah Golf Estates called Hillsi...

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The Guelimi House in Algeria by Ilaria di Carlo Architects features a contemporary take on Arab Mashrabiya

MichaelSeptember 19, 2018

The Guelimi House is a villa/art gallery designed by Ilaria di Carlo architects in Cheraga, a suburb of the city of Algiers in northern Alge...

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The Lapella Chair by Zaha Hadid Architects is a contemporary reinterpretation of the iconic Wegner lounge chair

MichaelSeptember 15, 2018

The Lapella chair by Zaha Hadid Architects is a contemporary recreation of the CHO7 Lounge chair by Danish designer Hans J Wegner. This rein...

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DIY

DIY: How to build the Zig Zag Sofa, a DIY sofa by homemade modern

MichaelJune 5, 2018

Designed by the team at homemade modern, the Zig Zag sofa is an intriguing DIY sofa which features a simple yet peculiar angular form and bu...

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DIY – How to make a large fluffy cotton rug

UzoeziJune 5, 2018

Rugs are a significant part of decor in any space. Whether used as an area rug or as a runner, their presence makes all the difference. Whil...

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These DIY Woven Yarn Wall Hangings Will Add texture and Style to Your Space

UzoeziJanuary 15, 2018

Walls can be one of the most interesting spaces to decorate as they offer good coverage to express your creativity. From creating an accent ...

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DIY Project: Recycled Leather and Wood shelf

MichaelJanuary 5, 2018

I came across this interesting DIY project for shelving using recycled leather belts and wood on Design Sponge. The author Kate Pruitt desc...

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INTERVIEWS AND ARTICLES

A Blueprint for Africa’s Future Cities: How Mauritius became the centre of investment and development in Africa

MichaelSeptember 16, 2018

Firmly established as Africa’s most progressive business orientated jurisdiction, Mauritius’ forward-thinking and nimble policies have resul...

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How retrofitting existing buildings with 3D printed insulation panels will help African cities tackle climate change

MichaelSeptember 16, 2018

As reported on Africanism, an idea to retrofit existing buildings in African cities with 3D printed porous insulation panels to improve live...

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Learn How You Can Create Your Architecture Portfolio in Virtual Reality

MichaelSeptember 15, 2018

Originally published on archdaily, this article shares insights on how you can create your design portfolio for your projects in Virtual Rea...

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From Drone to 3D: Learn how to Use a Drone to Create a Detailed 3D Context Model

MichaelSeptember 9, 2018

This article originally published on archdaily offers extensive insight into how architects can create detailed 3D context models using dron...

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How to infuse your personal style in your home design: An article by Tola Akerele

MichaelAugust 15, 2018

In this article, originally published in the July edition of Lost in Lagos, IDesign's Tola Akerele offers some simple yet salient advice whe...

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Letter from Abuja: An insightful article on the developmental challenges of Nigeria’s capital city by Matthias Agbo

MichaelAugust 12, 2018

This article by Nigerian design researcher and interior architect, Matthias Agbo Jr, deals with the many developmental challenges facing the...

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LIVIN SPACES TV

Looking at the potential of Nigeria’s hospitality sector

MichaelSeptember 23, 2018
Safdie Architects unveil their design for Quorner, a fractalized residential tower in Quito, Ecuador

MichaelSeptember 20, 2018
HP Metal Jet 3D printer can print metal objects

MichaelSeptember 19, 2018
A look at the intricate, hand crafted wood furniture by Piegatto

MichaelSeptember 11, 2018
A look at the elevated urban park of the Salesforce Transit Center in San Francisco by Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects and PWP Landscape Architecture

MichaelAugust 31, 2018
Discussing the design: Sunil Patil of Sunil Patil Associates speaks on their design for the Collector Office in Pune, India

MichaelAugust 15, 2018

MOST RECENT

Living in Muckleneuk: A proposed residential development in South Africa by Holm Jordaan Architects (New Urban Architects)

MichaelSeptember 26, 2018

This proposed residential development in Muckleneuk, Pretoria features eight terrace units, each covering an area of 350sqm over two stories. Designed by SA-based Holm Jordaan Architects (now New Urban Architects), the development was responds to the...

ARCHITECTURE0 Comments 04 min read

The Joe Lalli Resort in China by Jade+QA has an official September opening date

MichaelSeptember 24, 2018

JADE+QA, recently tweeted images of the construction progress on their Jo Lalli Resort Project in the beautiful countryside of the Moganshan mountains near Hangzhou in China. The images show both exterior and interior shots of the construction thus f...

ARCHITECTURENEWS0 Comments 02 min read

Covet International Awards Call for Entries: Reinventing The Future Of Interior Design

MichaelSeptember 24, 2018

To honor the new designs and craftsmanship‘s of today’s world, today we present you the Covet Awards. Seeking to distinguish the most prestigious interior design projects worldwide, the Covet International Awards are organized by Covet House and Br...

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Take a walk through this Hillside Luxury Villa in Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai, UAE

MichaelSeptember 24, 2018

This Luxury 6 bedroom villa is 1 of 20 highly exclusive villas that form a luxury development in Dubai's Jumeriah Golf Estates called Hillside. Conceived by CHI-SOL properties, the development is set within a private gated community overlooking the e...

LIVIN HOMES0 Comments 05 min read

Register to attend the 8th Africities Summit in Marrakech, Morocco

MichaelSeptember 24, 2018

Africities is the United Cities and Local Governments of Africa’s flagship pan-African event that is held every three years in one of the five regions of Africa. We mobilize communities and local authorities in African countries, as well as financial...

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Emotan Gardens in Benin City will deliver its first phase of 86-units by the end of the year

MichaelSeptember 23, 2018

As reported by Vanguard, Emotan Gardens, a 70-hectare affordable housing scheme located at Upper Sokponba Road, Benin, Edo State, will deliver its first phase of 86 units by the end of the year. The estate is a joint venture Partnership between Edo D...

NEWS0 Comments 03 min read

The Brick Vault Library in India by Sameep Padora & Associates features an accessible roof that rises from the landscape.

MichaelSeptember 23, 2018

Mumbai-based architecture firm Sameep Padora & Associates (sP+a) have recently completed this brick vaulted library for a school in Kopargaon, a town in the state of Maharashtra, India. The structure sits between the school's existing buildings a...

ARCHITECTURE0 Comments 04 min read

Looking at the potential of Nigeria’s hospitality sector

MichaelSeptember 23, 2018

Trevor Ward, Managing Director of W Hospitality Group Much has been said about the potentials of Africa's hospitality sector. According to the PwC Hospitality outlook for 2018-2022, Nigeria's hospitality market is forecasted to be the fastest growi...

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This Apartment Renovation in Taiwan by 3Designs turns a flat from the 80s into a Contemporary Home with a Nordic aesthetic

MichaelSeptember 22, 2018

Redesigned by Taiwanese interior design studio, 3Designs (www.3designs.com.tw) this apartment renovation of a flat from the 80's features woody tones paired with a warm modern Nordic style. Natural light and compartmentalized storage were also key el...

INTERIORS0 Comments 04 min read

The Juno Beach Residence in Florida by Krista+Home Design is a Family Friendly Beach Bungalow with a Nautical Aesthetic

MichaelSeptember 20, 2018

Krista+Home Design recently shared with us images of their interior design work for the Juno Beach residence. Located in Juno beach, Florida the 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom residence was envisioned as a classic, modern coastal home that is family friend...

INTERIORS0 Comments 08 min read