https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/2926 en-us Researchers are finding clear ways to transform this ancient material for a new age.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14389 Wed, 27 Nov 2019 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14389-university-of-michigans-taubman-college-studies-new-functions-for-glass The Virginia manufacturer interprets Beaupere’s intricate drawings in nine mosaics.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14343 Thu, 31 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14343-how-designer-caroline-beaupere-and-mosaics-company-new-ravenna-create-mass-produced-craft Sonneman’s latest showroom includes spaces for early-stage, collaborative design as well as product demonstrations. Robert Sonneman tells RECORD why.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14298 Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:30:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14298-a-lighting-showroom-designed-for-the-way-you-specify Robert Sonneman, founder and chief creative officer of Sonneman—A Way of Light, believes showrooms must be more collaborative than ever. Photo © Courtesy of Sonneman—A Way of Light Sonneman credits his background as an architect, for his unique perspective on lighting design. Photo © Courtesy of Sonneman—A Way of Light Carpets by the Barcelona-based company aren’t the only hand-woven offerings on the market, but they are among the most demonstrative and enduring examples of traditional hand-weaving. The eponymous founder ensures these old techniques are applied to innovative new designs.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14256 Fri, 06 Sep 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14256-appreciating-the-slow-production-of-nanimarquinas-handcrafted-rugs Husband-and-wife architects Francesco Breganze and Virginia Valentini distinguished their first collection of vases, candle holders and case goods with clever nods to the built environment.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14220 Fri, 09 Aug 2019 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14220-latoxlatos-debut-furnishings-celebrate-classic-italian-buildings Trained as architects, the founders of Barber & Osgerby design task chairs like they would buildings—with features that accommodate the way people actually work.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14140 Tue, 25 Jun 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14140-british-designers-edward-barber-and-jay-osgerby-built-a-better-sofa-by-observing-sketching-and-breaking-with-office-norms Jay Osgerby and Edward Barber with their new seating system Soft Work designed for Swiss manufacturer Vitra Photo © Courtesy of Vitra Edward Barber shares one of 350 drawings he and partner Osgerby made while designing the Pacific task chair, their first contract seating for Vitra Photo © Courtesy of Vitra Jay Osgerby holds a sketch of the seat frame for the Pacific chair Photo © Courtesy of Vitra The firm’s design process always involves an intense study of details in extensive drawings. Photo © Courtesy of Vitra An illustration of one possible configuration of the modular Soft Work system shows surfaces, partitions and backs, which can be specified to slot in along a central spine that also serves as the base. Photo © Courtesy of Vitra A detail illustrates positions of optional power outlets and table surfaces on another configuration of the sofa. Power cords can also be specified to run along the system’s central spine Photo © Courtesy of Vitra http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14123 Mon, 03 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14123-american-designer-ini-archibong-uses-a-formula-of-algorithms-science-and-song-to-design-furniture-for-s%C3%A9 Ini-Archibong-01.jpg Designer Ini Archibong applies a computer-generated pattern decal to a table base he designed as part of his Below the Heavens collection for London-based Sé. Photo courtesy of Sé Ini-Archibong-02.jpg A craftsman and Archibong inspect a honed marble tabletop (left). The designer tests the pattern, designed using an algorithm, around a prototype table base. Photos courtesy of Sé Ini-Archibong-03.jpg The designer works with a fabricator to create a ceramic table base. Photo courtesy of Sé The ROOM One is a soundproof, telephone-booth-like pod that allows one to enjoy privacy in an open office.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13954 Fri, 01 Feb 2019 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13954-room-introduces-private-modular-units Alicia Perry and Rebecca Intavarant of London-based Tuppence Collective designed custom botanical prints for ROOM’s privacy pods. tuppencecollective.co.uk Alicia Perry and Rebecca Intavarant of London-based Tuppence Collective designed custom botanical prints for ROOM’s privacy pods. tuppencecollective.co.uk O&G Studio and industrial designer Lothar Windels reimagine a classic chair.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13850 Sat, 01 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13850-designers-reinvent-the-american-windsor Called Pinecone, the unique shelter can be easily broken down and reassembled in a day.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13704 Mon, 01 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13704-atelier-sad-teams-up-with-furniture-company-to-create-portable-gazebo-structure From left to right: Jerry Koza, Adam Jirkal, Tomáš Kalhous, and Martin Kalhous ateliersad.cz   Italian furniture maker Kartell and architect Fabio Novembre worked together to create fun storage units.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13251 Thu, 08 Mar 2018 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13251-italian-furniture-maker-kartell-collaborates-with-fabio-novembre Fabio Novembre novembre.it The architect designed Kartell’s new Smile storage, a cheeky off-shoot of its iconic Componibili from the ‘60s. Photo courtesy Kartell