Never thought I would one day post about “death”, but this mausoleum was too interesting of a concept not to write about.
Even though when I depart I could care less where it happens, I am sure the person taking care of arrangements would enjoy such a setting. It is somber and austere and befitting of the mood, unless those left behind are feeling more celebratory.
First three images via Dezeen. Last image from Clavel Arquitectos Facebook page
The pool at the Mario Rocha house designed by Atelier Nunu Lacerda Lopes in Portugal. Isn’t this calling you to meditate ?
Entrance to a house designed by A-Cero Studio near Madrid, Spain. I am not a big fan of concrete structures they tend to be cold and industrial, but this entrance is dramatic.
More from this house over at Dezeen.
I was taken by this church. Looking at the pictures I felt that I wanted to be there and pray. The architecture captures the light in such a beautiful “heavenly” way. It is devoid of ornament giving way to an uninterrupted spiritual experience.
Wouldn’t you want to pray there ? If it’s your thing that is !
The beautiful blog, Material Girls, pointed me today in the direction of an article in the latest issue of Chicago Home & Garden. A century old house was made into a beautiful, elegant and modern home that is soothing and comfortable, I can only imagine what being inside would be like.
I could not stop looking at the seating Foster & Partners created for a bank lobby in Morocco.
The seat connects all the way to the dome above. So dramatic, so inventive and who would think that you can make concrete look so malleable.
Yes I am in love with with this Brazilian architect/designer. His work is exactly this, HIS work, it looks like him and feels like him. His houses always feel like collectors’ homes who are confident about themselves and about what they own. His modern interiors were infused with antique furniture and textiles long before it was trendy to do so. A visit to his website is a must.
Loved this house on Waiheke Island New Zealand recently completed by Patterson Associates. The only thing I would have changed was just a bit less of the rocks in the interior spaces, especially after seeing the view in the last picture, it is too soft and dreamy, I would have liked to carry that feeling inside.
More pictures at Design Folio Magazine
