Projects
University of Copenhagen: Acoustics matter
The University of Copenhagen’s in-house designer embraced the opportunity to bring in acoustic properties for the renovation of the Library. It’s a well-known fact that well-being and productiveness are paramount when designing a space that is meant for work, learning and reading. So when in-house designer, Peter Schjøtt Andersen wanted to soften the noise levels in… Read More >
Roman Refresh: Project Specification Guide
Leading international shower designer and manufacturer, Roman, has launched an updated new Project Specification Guide, which is the award winning essential showering guide for architects, designers and developers. Roman has developed and updated this guide specifically for architects, designers and specifiers working on significant projects such as Hotel and Major Housing developments and Condominiums. Uniquely… Read More >
Wilson Associates’ New Open-Plan Office, Dubai
Dubai Design District is now home to Wilson Associates newly relocated Dubai office. Led by Isabel Pintado, senior vice president and managing director, the Wilson Associates team includes 30 designers. The Dubai team is currently working on luxury projects in the region, including a VIP private villa in Abu Dhabi, the Taj Hotel in Dubai’s… Read More >
Case Study: Vintry & Mercer with Dexter Moren Associates
We caught up with Lindsey Bean-Pearce and Giada Gemignani of Dexter Moren Associates to chat about their latest hospitality project Vintry & Mercer which is due to open this summer. Going through their inspiration and approach to the design. How did DMA get involved? Following the success of the multi-award-winning Ampersand Hotel in South Kensington, and in… Read More >
Gaucho, Birmingham – Winner of ‘Most Effective Restaurant Design’ award
The Latest Restaurant Magazine R200 awards awarded a new stylish steak restaurant in Birmingham, Gaucho the prize for ‘Most Effective Restaurant Design’. BCFA member Pure CF were incredibly proud to manufacture and supply the furniture for a number of Gaucho restaurants up and down the country, and now they can be even more thrilled to see… Read More >
Pioneering school Library receives planning permission, Woods Bagot
Acclaimed international architecture practice Woods Bagot has secured planning permission from Wiltshire Council for a new library building on behalf of St Mary’s School in Calne. St Mary’s Calne, an independent all girls’ boarding school founded in 1873, occupies a 25-acre site in the town and the new library will be located at the heart… Read More >
Fairmont Royal Pavilion, Barbados | The Ritz-Carlton, Astana
We take a look at 2 of the latest projects from Richmond International, the design company behind a number of internationally renowned hotels across the globe… Richmond International are a London based firm and are hospitality specialists. They have recently unveiled two new exciting projects… Fairmont Royal Pavilion, Barbados Richmond has recently worked on the renovation… Read More >
The Queens Hotel, Leeds
A stunning art-deco Ballroom was transformed with a bespoke woven Axminster carpet, crafted by the prestigious Wilton Carpets. The managemnt of one of the most celebrated hotels in Leeds decided that after redecorating their stunning ballroom last year, it was about time to replace the old carpet that was still in place there.Wayne Topley, GM… Read More >
Address Boulevard, Dubai’s Newest Landmark
This month we are looking at Eastern Design and with that our city focus is Dubai. We kick things off with a stunning new addition to the middle-eastern skyline… Address Hotels + Resorts only uses the world’s most innovative brands to design distinctive hotel interiors and among these carefully selected companies is Lasvit, the world-renowned and award-winning Czech… Read More >
Case Study: Energy Systems Catapult X Boss Design
Boss Design’s philosophy of ‘workplace habitats’ and furniture solutions has helped the Energy Systems Catapult scoop a Regional BCO Award for Midlands and Central England in the ‘Fit out of Workplace’ category for its new offices located in Birmingham. The Energy Systems Catapult is part of a network of elite technology and innovation centres set… Read More >
Uniting Swedish nature with pulsating city life
We finish our focus on Scandinavian design with Downtown Camper by Scandic, Scandic’s third signature hotel in central Stockholm. Located in the heart of the city and at the same time only an arm’s length from the beautiful Swedish scenery, the newly opened hotel intends to be an urban resort and a destination in itself…. Read More >
Central European University
The palette of materials for the Central European University was selected by O’Donnell + Tuomey for their endurance and natural material qualities that give character to the overall appearance. Stone, timber, concrete and steel form the fabric of the internal public spaces, with bespoke furniture used throughout the building. The new facades are constructed with local limestone, designed to… Read More >
Studio Munge Presentation Gallery
Studio Munge were thrilled to be shortlisted for a Surface Design Award 2018, Design Insider has taken the opportunity to learn more about their shortlisted project, careful material selection and recent news. Surrounded by the exhilarating lights of Toronto’s culturally rich entertainment district is an intimate sanctuary honoring prestige and Japanese minimalism. Introducing the city to the iconic… Read More >