Architecture

Bridging New & Old – Interiors by Designer Francesc Rifé

I’ve taken a particular liking to the work of Spanish interior and industrial designer Francesc Rifé. Since our own concept here at OEN is based around craft, simplicity,…

Bringing the Play Back – Architecture by Japanese Studio Tato

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

We often assign negative connotations to modern architecture, referencing the cold, static nature of such an environment and how the clinical aesthetic doesn’t truly align with what it…

Fabricating Digital Worlds – Imagined Architecture by Artist Alexis Christodoulou

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

Alexis Christodoulou, a 3D-artist based in Cape Town, South Africa decided to take it upon himself to build his own dream-like modernist scenes turning his visions in to reality.

For the People – Interior Spaces and Details by Steven Holl Architecture

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

Steven Holl is a big architect but I wanted to discuss how these bigger projects bring together people and communities so that we all can prosper, grow and achieve a bigger vision.

Timeless in Nature – A Look at Chochikukyo House in Oyamazaki, Kyoto

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

As part of our travel series we take a visit to Chochikukyo House in Kyoto Prefecture that was designed in the 1920’s and integrates both Japanese and Western techniques respectively.

Organic Architecture – Yodoko Guest House by Frank Lloyd Wright in Hyogo, Japan

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

We take a visit to the beautiful Yodoko Guest House in Hyogo, Japan designed by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright in 1918 that has now been restored and opened for the public to enjoy.

Emotive & Sensoral Qualities – A Selection of Architecture by Italian Design Studio MORQ

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

Italian Design Studio MORQ have really shone on their selection of smaller residential builds that almost hunker down and integrate deeply in to the nature that surrounds them.

A Fusion of Styles – Architecture and Interiors by Neri&Hu Architects

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

China-based studio Neri&Hu have been applying both Eastern and Western styles to create some intriguing architecture that incorporates traditional elements with a modernist spin.

In Open Space – A Visit to the Garden of Fine Arts in Kyoto by Tadao Ando

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

We travel to the Garden of Fine Arts in Kyoto that was designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando, built with the intention of being able to appreciate paintings in an outdoor space.

Clean & Weightless – Tadao Ando’s Architecture in Detail on Naoshima Island

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

I captured Tadao Ando’s famous aesthetic of clean, contemporary lines on a recent trip to Naoshima, in which his architecture now covers the whole island and makes for a very unique experience.

Craftsmen in Collaboration – Architecture and Interiors by Simon Astridge

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

Simon Astridge Architecture Workshop is a collect consisting of architects, designers and craftsmen, all of which contribute collaboratively to produce modern architecture and interiors.

Contemplative Space – A Visit to D.T. Suzuki Museum in Kanazawa, Japan

Architecture Posted by Mark Robinson

We took a trip to the D.T. Suzuki Museum in Kanazawa, a unique piece of architecture by architect Taniguchi Yoshio commemorating the life of Buddhist philosopher Suzuki Daisetz Teitaro.