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Neri&Hu highlights simplicity and functionality at Shanghai art gallery

Dezeen

Chinese studio Neri&Hu has designed a contemporary art gallery for Ota Fine Arts in Shanghai with a focus on the "sublime beauty of the banal". Handmade ivory tiles line the inner side of the window in a subtle woven pattern, serving as a neutral backdrop for the art pieces.

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The Art of Reclaimed Wood: Bringing Back Life

Elmwood Timber

In other cases, different woods may be blended together to form a medley of colors and grain patterns within one area, such as a rustic flooring or paneling. For example, mixing species of oak together is a subtle way to create a contrasting design.

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Choosing the Best Materials for Visual Merchandising Concepts in Luxury Retail Stores

Retail Focus

Dutch contemporary artist Levi van Veluw , the creator of inaugural window display art for Hermès’ at Nordiska Kompaniet, said, “the window becomes an experience.” A sense of contrast . In addition to applying themed patterns on luxury goods, luxury brands also infuse them into window concepts’ narratives.

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Bluehaus designs ergonomic and inviting interiors for Credit Suisse’s new Riyadh office

Design Middleeast

Paired with high stools in a contrasting green, it offers a convenient spot for brief meetings or individual work. The design is a dialogue between space, form, and function, with each element contributing to a cohesive narrative of tranquility and openness,” elaborates Amin.

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Interiors inspiration: Design Week’s favourite new projects

Design Week

In contrast to the dark burgundy colour palette of the bar, the inner restaurant features a neutral colour scheme. In contrast to the neutral tones found indoors, the outdoor space is finished in a deep sea blue as a counterpoint. A natural stone countertop sits atop. This is complimented with discreet green touches. Brew92, by Liqui.

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Interiors inspiration: Design Week’s pick of spaces using natural materials

Design Week

Lake Ontario has informed the material palette – reclaimed timber, native plants, board-formed concrete and local marble all feature throughout the space. At reception, a large-scale art piece presents an abstracted graphic interpretation of the lunar calendar. A living green wall provides a sustainable focal point.

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Koen Boersma revives traditional hand-turning with totem-style vessels

Design Wanted

The series features striking, lathe-turned profiles that contrast rounded and rectangular forms. I wanted to see if I could create a different, more modern-looking form.” I eventually developed patterns inspired by different tools and by choosing to go deep into the wood or not,” he explains.