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- This 1950s log home was renovated to include a samurai sword-inspired roof Thu, 24 Sep 15, 3:00pmRelated: + Via World Architecture News
- This 1950s log home was renovated to included a samurai sword-inspired roof Thu, 24 Sep 15, 3:00pmRelated: + Via World Architecture News
- Exquisite copper-plated Ecumenical Art Chapel ages with the trees in Finland Thu, 2 Jul 15, 12:30amThe 300 square foot structure is striking without even stepping foot aside. The tall, pointed outer walls are plated with copper. It is no misstep that the siding chosen is one that will weather and turn green over time:...
- A Whole Lot of Sustainable Spruce Clads This Striking Museum Addition in Finland Wed, 29 Oct 14, 4:00pmThe narrow long building is located on a piece of land parallel to the axis between the existing house, the garden and the adjacent lake. The positioning of the new building frames a new plaza, while its curving roofline...
- Jonas Wagell’s Tiny Green-Roofed Arjan Sauna Vanishes in the Norwegian Outback Fri, 3 Oct 14, 3:12amThe designer, whose work is focused mostly on functionality and the spatial experiences of users, envisioned the Arjan Sauna as a minimalist space that has a small porch overlooking the surrounding landscape...
- Re-Creation: Two Primitive Huts Show Similarities Between Traditional Chinese and Finnish Design Wed, 11 Jun 14, 11:36pmThe installation curated by Ole Bouman and Juulia Kauste aims to respond to the Biennale’s theme, which focuses on the timeless basics of architecture...
- MenoMenoPiu Unveils Plans for Wind-Powered Alvar Aalto Campus Otaniemi Fri, 11 Oct 13, 4:00pmThe four sides of the courtyard unfold along the axis of the main road and create an urban square that is shared by students and other inhabitants of the city...
- Atelier Heikkilä is a Gorgeous Geothermally-Heated Wooden Home in Finland Fri, 24 May 13, 1:09amThe home is entered from the dark facade while the lighter side opens up to Lake Päijänne, ensuring plenty of natural light and sufficient solar gain to get the couple through Finland's wicked winters...