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2021-12-24 In Self-built on site, blog

[2024 Architectural Design Trends] Master the 5 major elements of self-construction to create a "green" LOHAS building!

At the end of the year and the beginning of the new year, come and take a look at the architectural design trends of the new year! Architectural design is constantly changing in line with the trend – materials, technology, farewell to the haze of the epidemic, and construction is changing positively. The following are the emerging trends in self-built design. Master the 5 major elements, look forward to the development direction in the new year, and provide solutions for people who are considering self-built For your reference!

Green Building

As climate change becomes increasingly severe, many architects are choosing to incorporate environmentally conscious choices into their designs. Green building (green building) is a building that achieves environmental friendliness and efficient use of resources in all stages of design and engineering. It maximizes energy efficiency and moderately uses natural materials to reduce the negative impact of the building on the environment. , to achieve a balance point between architecture and natural environment in design.

Maximize utilization efficiency and reduce waste
Designed with recyclable materials
Architecture in harmony with nature
Recycled green building materials-wooden or stone building materials
Reduce energy consumption

▲Zuyuanju Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

vertical design

Cities of the future will be built upward rather than outward to cope with growing urban populations. When space is at a premium, vertical design serves as a prototype for high-density contemporary urban housing. Winy Maas, the architect in charge of MVRDV, a genius in architecture, also proposed the importance of high-rise wooden buildings in the imagination of future cities! In 2022, wooden buildings will become a new choice for future buildings, providing people with a more environmentally friendly and attractive residential form.

▲ The Farmhouse Design: Studio Precht Photo:architectmagazine.com

multifunctional residence

In the post-COVID-19 home, the design focus has shifted to "multi-functional" design, and many architects have turned to creating multi-functional living spaces. In this type of design, the focus is on dividing open spaces, blocking noise interference, and allowing freedom and flexibility. Use each area appropriately.

multifunctional furniture
Mount cabinets to the ceiling to maximize vertical space
Use furniture as dividers to divide an area into multiple areas

▲ Courted House Design: Breakspear Architects Photo: Tom Ferguson

Bring nature into your home

In response to the epidemic, people in various countries have to stay at home to prevent the epidemic. A survey by the American Institute of Architects in 2021 showed that people’s demand for outdoor space increased from 61% in 2020 to 70%. When you want to add a touch of nature indoors, improve indoor air quality through rooftop gardens, terraces, etc., go the extra mile to renovate or design a natural-inspired exterior, bring the outdoors indoors, and thoughtfully decorate your home through balconies, terraces, and gardens. Design and decoration create a high-quality and warm life.

Use earthy and natural neutral tones
Rooftop transformed into garden to maximize rooftop space
Create an outdoor “kitchen”
The building uses large floor-to-ceiling windows to provide better indoor lighting and ventilation.
Covering a large number of green plants from buildings to landscapes

▲Photo: homestolove.com.au

Minimalism

Minimalism, with the aesthetics of subtraction, returns to the most basic architectural principles. In minimalist design, the use of color, texture or any other detail is simple and practical, highlighting the basic daily needs of the room, contrasting with the industrial design style, with sharp edges, clear lines, flat roofs and natural materials for the exterior. Match the wall decorations to create a new style.

Glass - privacy and translucency at the same time
Steel - suitable for more experimental or expressive designs, creating a modern and edgy space

▲Design:Steimle Architekten Photo:Brigida González

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2021-12-17 In blog, office design

[Office Decoration] GOOGLE/APPLE/IKEA international-class office design to create a futuristic office!

The world's number one search engine - Google is famous for its high-standard office environment! Apple, one of the top ten most influential technology companies in the United States, and IKEA, Sweden's most famous multinational company, are also world-renowned for their unique office decoration designs !What are the unique charms of the offices of these multinational corporations? Let’s unpack the high-standard and desirable office designs below!

Google Spruce Goose Los Angeles Headquarters - a legendary aircraft hangar transformed into an office

Google, the world's leading search engine, is the world's most innovative and one of the most popular companies in the United States. At its Google headquarters in Los Angeles, it reused a Spruce Goose that had been stored for more than 30 years to create a new office space. The results are stunning!

A "building within a building" within a seven-story, 750-foot-long wooden structure, a unique design approach gives each floor a different shape, allowing daylight to penetrate each floor and new floor designs to accommodate Work spaces, collaboration spaces, and cafes are designed with circuitous routes to enhance spatial interaction. The colors and textures of soft furnishings are carefully selected or specially customized to complement the vibrant and diverse art installations. In order to pay tribute to the aviation history of the hangar, it combines the iconic styles of modern and past to create a different spark.

▲Google Spruce Goose Design: ZGF Architects LLP Photo: Connie Zhou

Apple Park Apple headquarters office – futuristic design

Apple, one of the top ten most influential technology companies in the United States, is a large technology manufacturer full of innovation and ingenious design. Its classic products iPhone and iPad will make "Apple fans" amazed and eagerly awaited! Apple Park is a place where Apple's creativity and creativity A beacon of unity, full of energy and design innovation designed to propel Apple into the future! The maple wood veneer provides an element of depth and warmth to the workplace, contrasting with refined metal finishes, polished concrete and square glass. Plus enjoy a sun-soaked fitness facility that seamlessly blends the outdoors with a mostly ultra-modern indoor setting!

The horizontal and vertical layout across four floors uses natural ventilation to make it the most environmentally friendly office building in the world. It saves nine months of heating and cooling costs every year and closely connects teams. Apple is not only The high-tech product design and even the futuristic office are quite desirable!

▲Apple Park Design: Foster+Partners Photo:Wallpaper*

▲Apple Park Design: Foster+Partners Photo:WIRED

IKEA Swedish Headquarters-Creating a better living space

The combination of natural wood textures and kapok ceilings with IKEA's most representative design furniture is reminiscent of IKEA's emphasis on functionality, quality, and design aesthetics.

The conference center, foyer, open collaboration areas and cafe are located on the first floor, with free open spaces on the upper floors. The base of the atrium is formed by large stepped seating. Each level is designed to facilitate efficient work. , presenting a variety of functional designs, encouraging collaboration among teams through a spatial layout that connects multiple floors, and implementing IKEA’s vision of creating a better life for everyone!

▲IKEA Hubhult Headquarters Design: Dorte Mandrup A/S Photo: Adam Mõrk

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2021-12-17 In blog, office design

[Office Design and Decoration] The world's No. 1 GOOGLE office creative design! 5 tips to create the happiest and most efficient office space design!

▲Google office photo: home-designing.com

The design of the office reflects today's ever-changing work environment. As the world's number one search engine, Google is world-renowned for its unique office decoration design! In addition to all the professional equipment, there are also playground-like slides, cable cars, and many free Food, create the happiest and most efficient workplace! If you also want to create a good working environment, follow GOOGLE to use 5 methods to create a popular office space!

More flexible workspace – effectively improve the work efficiency of all employees

Flexible workspaces reduce wall barriers and encourage employees to exchange ideas, promote innovation, and better engage in work. In addition to the open space design, it is also built to allow the height and tilt of the monitor to be calibrated based on personal preferences by just sensing the work ID, and the nearby temperature can also be adjusted.

▲Google office Design: CAW Photo: wallpaper-com

▲Google office Photo: twgreatdaily.com

▲ An office desk that automatically adjusts the device according to personal preferences photo: The New York Times

▲Enclosed space to focus on work photo: The New York Times

Composite desks, conference rooms, gathering spaces, coffee areas, and rest areas create a comfortable environment, allowing employees to freely and flexibly choose work areas according to different work natures, thereby working more comfortably and improving work efficiency.

office furniture–Be flexible

The wall and air-conditioning system, which are the most difficult to flexibly adjust in office design, can be moved according to usage scenarios through the movable wall and overhead fabric ventilation system developed by Google, and each seat can control the direction and air volume. With its ergonomic design, the space is comfortable and easy to move around. If privacy is required for a meeting, robots that detect their surroundings will inflate cellophane balloons to form walls to prevent distractions. Suitable for any work environment.

▲ Ventilation duct design that can be easily moved photo: The New York Times

▲ Cellophane balloon inflatable wall photo: The New York Times

Return to the office after the epidemic slows down - the combination of digital and physical

Affected by the spread of the COVID-19 epidemic, working in office spaces may pose a risk of infection. Therefore, in the design, due to the emphasis on avoiding or reducing person-to-person contact (Contactless), Google uses "Team Pods" design instead of rows of desks and conference rooms. Movable chairs, tables, and whiteboards can be used for various activities. Arranged in a style, the Campfire conference room is designed for people working remotely from home. On-site participants conduct discussions through video conferencing, giving the office a communication field and easier adjustment. It is suitable for today's more flexible work spaces and can meet all needs. Different types of work. At the same time, the parking lot and lawn area have been transformed into outdoor work areas. There are clusters of tables, chairs, and conference areas under the California resort-style open-air tents. The most advanced video conferencing equipment is used to minimize human contact. Reducing the risk of droplet infection and making offices safer are key strategies for reopening offices.

▲Campfire conference room allows video conference participants to communicate at eye level with on-site participants photo: The New York Times

▲Outdoor work space photo: The New York Times

Fun office- Like an office in a resort center

Google creates playground-like perfect workspaces for its employees, inspiring creativity in every workspace from hallways and decorations to paint colors - Jungle Office (Dublin), Campervan Office Space (Netherlands), Cable Car Conversation Zone (Switzerland), the park is filled with game rooms, shower rooms, gyms, swimming pools, volleyball courts and other facilities to create the happiest and most efficient workplace!

▲ Google office Dublin office photo: fundesign.tv

▲Google office Zurich office photo: fundesign.tv

▲Google office Amsterdam office photo: fundesign.tv

"Inspirational collision" office - generating cross-department brainstorming and interaction

Sergey Brin, one of the founders of Google: "No one should be 200 feet (60 meters) away from food." Restaurants, cafes, and cafeterias are located among different departments. This "accidental collision" brings colleagues closer. The camaraderie among employees, and the fact that Google’s New York office has many well-known slow elevators, corridors and stairwells that facilitate employee connectivity, allow colleagues from different departments to engage in unexpected cross team brain storming or interaction. Friendly working environment.

▲ Google office photo: dq.yam.com

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2021-12-10 In blog, office design

[2024 Office Design and Decoration] 5 novel decoration styles to create a new atmosphere in the office!

Office design style, like fashion, will change with the needs of the times and work types, and have different overall styles and space requirements. With the pursuit of innovative materials in design, what will be the popular office design style in 2022? Let’s learn about 5 office design style cases below, find out the most suitable interior decoration style, and create a new atmosphere in the office!

Modern style office

– E-goi & Clavel´s Kitchen Office joint headquarters uses concrete spiral ramps to create a flowing and flexible space

The primary task of the design was to connect the original headquarters space with the new space in the most fluid and natural way, creating a flowing and flexible space that responds to the company's development goals.

▲E-goi & Clavel´s Kitchen Offices Architects: Paulo Merlini arquitetos Photo: Ivo Tavares Studio

Enclosed spaces, conference rooms, bathrooms and screening rooms are distributed in the shape of wooden boxes, clearly showing the versatility of the space. The open areas promote communication between colleagues, and there are also semi-enclosed spaces where meetings can be held. discussions, or even relaxing activities during leisure time.

▲E-goi & Clavel´s Kitchen Offices Architects: Paulo Merlini arquitetos Photo: Ivo Tavares Studio

The space facade adopts a fully glass design to ensure that all spaces have sufficient natural light, while also introducing the effect of natural landscape.

▲E-goi & Clavel´s Kitchen Offices Architects: Paulo Merlini arquitetos Photo: Ivo Tavares Studio

The ramp structure, which uses concrete spirals to connect the floors, has strong sculptural features and facilitates the flow between floors. The top is connected to the skylight to create a strong visual feast.

▲E-goi & Clavel´s Kitchen Offices Architects: Paulo Merlini arquitetos Photo: Ivo Tavares Studio

Simple style office-

The interconnected space inside and outside B-LAB creates a simple yet spacious space aesthetic.

B-STUDIO Design Experimental Place - The core design idea of B-LAB is to push the sliding door open to form a space for internal and external communication, hoping to form a platform for external communication!

▲ B-LAB Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

In addition to the simple tone and natural materials, the entrance design also has a bit of greenery, which is the welcome opening of B-LAB. The adjacent open kitchen has a full set of kitchen equipment: oven, wine cabinet, etc., providing everything in daily life. With a comfortable meal preparation space, you can also enjoy entertaining friends and interacting with customers and manufacturers.

▲ B-LAB Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

The design of large glass sliding doors allows the space to interact with the inside and outside. The lush plants on the terrace realize the nature that is possible in the city. Even in high-floor spaces, you can enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of outdoor cooking and activities integrated with nature.

▲ B-LAB Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

Wabi-sabi wabi-sabi style office-

KINFOLK GALLERY carefully selected materials create a harmonious and natural sense of space

This space is an office space where friends and partners can come together to share ideas, with an elegant and warm atmosphere.

▲KINFOLK GALLERY Design: NORM ARCHITECTS COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Photo: architonic.com

When passing through the narrow door opening, the space gradually shrinks and becomes darker and more private, thereby expanding the sense of spatial height in the office area. There is a huge round table in the middle of the reception area, making the space feel more like a cozy living room.

▲KINFOLK GALLERY Design: NORM ARCHITECTS COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Photo: architonic.com

The office’s custom millwork, all made from oak, brings natural warmth to the space, while the walls are rendered in Kabe (traditionally used in Japanese castles, temples and fine teahouses) tonal stucco.

▲KINFOLK GALLERY Design: NORM ARCHITECTS COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Photo: architonic.com

Every color and material in the space has been carefully selected to create an elegant, refined and fresh workplace.

Japanese style/Japandi office-

KADOKAWA's 'fluctuating landscape' visually connects and encourages creative mutual exchanges

The design concept of the office is "fluctuating landscape", which is intended to differentiate the 9,000 square meters of area but not separate the space to promote communication between different departments. It is like a metaphor for KADOKAWA's business model, from publishing houses to literary works to comics, as well as movies, animations and other unrestricted business success.

▲KADOKAWA Design: Flooat Inc. Photographer: Tomooki Kengaku

Different color intensities were chosen for the materials and furniture of the office, allowing the interior to change tone as the light passes. The open field brings natural light to the space, making it an area where employees can completely relax.

▲KADOKAWA Design: Flooat Inc. Photographer: Tomooki Kengaku

"undulating" ceilings, with vertical diversity, the lower areas are defined as "dense zones": for office purposes, while other areas with higher ceilings are called "relaxation zones": to encourage creative teams For communication, different areas are distinguished by glass partitions and furniture, allowing the areas to blend together harmoniously.

▲KADOKAWA Design: Flooat Inc. Photographer: Tomooki Kengaku

Industrial style/LOFT office-

Thomas HousereserveThe original structure of the space shows the frank look of the space

This co-working space in central London creates flexible workspaces by incorporating existing materials, textures and finishes into a coherent design language.

▲Thomas House Design: The Office Group (TOG) Photographer: Gareth Gardner

The choice was made to leave the ceiling pipes exposed directly, with track lighting, starting from the building's large entrance hall, referencing the layout of a typical Regent Plaza, reception, conference area and smaller studios, using ancient Greek and Roman architecture Decorated with elements, leisure areas include a gym, drinks bar, library, and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city.

▲Thomas House Design: The Office Group (TOG) Photographer: Gareth Gardner

The space is based on natural neutral tones, with sage green on some walls, contrasting with soft maroon and light gray furniture, lightweight fabrics and heavy curtains, and simple lines juxtaposed with typical ancient architectural details. The design of all elements also reflects the company's brand tone.

▲Thomas House Design: The Office Group (TOG) Photographer: Gareth Gardner

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2021-12-10 In blog, office design

[Office design and decoration trends in 2024] 5 key points in small office design planning to break through the space limitations of small square meters!

Working in a compact space, employees are crowded into one area and typing on the keyboard like woodpeckers, resulting in low office efficiency and feeling lonely. Therefore, a comfortable working environment is very important. How to plan a small square meter office to make the office look more spacious than it is, make working time more enjoyable and improve efficiency? The following has collected 5 design methods to make the best use of small square footage offices, which can Help you maximize the space in your small office!

Open space - increases collaboration between teams

Open office design is the best choice for small office decoration. There are no walls or doors. The relaxed environment promotes communication among colleagues, and creative discussions among team members make the relationship between colleagues closer.

Make sure the office has a clear main walkway
Push furniture into corners to maximize public space
Group desks in the same department into groups of multiple people

▲ B-LAB Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

Simple and clean design - adds vitality to the workspace

A small, crowded office space can make people feel depressed. Through the repetition in the design, the rhythm of the shape, the completeness of the shape and the simplicity of the shape, and the office design with clean and bright colors and sufficient lighting, a simple, bright and comfortable environment is created. In addition, Bringing nature indoors creates a sense of spring and adds energy to the workspace.

Smoothness, uniformity of high and low dimensions and color materials
Maximize the use of windows indoors to bring in natural light and views
Make good use of mirrors to capture light and create a sense of space that is larger than the actual space.
Reasonable lighting configuration creates a warm space atmosphere
Introducing the natural environment indoors and greening the indoor and outdoor working environment

▲ B-LAB Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

office furniture–Be flexible

Offices with rows of desks and swivel chairs are now a thing of the past. Modern office furniture is thinner, lighter, and easier to adjust. It is suitable for today's more flexible work spaces and can meet different work styles.

The multifunctional table is assembled from modules and is suitable for any working environment
The office cabinet is placed on the lower right side of the desk to save desktop space
Geometric joint table that can be easily configured in small spaces
Ergonomic seat, comfortable and easy to move
Flexible communication space, equipped with sofas, whiteboards, projections, etc., giving the office a communication field

▲Avion Design: Keith Melbourne Photo: Stylecraft

Office accessoriescolor–Show entrepreneurial spirit

Each color has its own unique language. The color matching inside the office has a considerable impact on creating atmosphere and mobilizing emotions. The brand color of the corporate identity system CIS (Corporate Identity System) is the primary consideration and light colors are used in large areas. Colors with higher purity can amplify the sense of space. Choose appropriate colors according to the different properties of the office to represent different atmospheres and create an office design that is not boring at all.

Light neutral colors and wooden furniture
The style and color of office furniture are consistent and harmonious
Add some colorful furniture, accessories and accents
Adopt the company's standard color design to achieve a good corporate image
Impactful color design can inspire more
Office plants are full of life, improving office efficiency and happiness

▲The Wing Design: Chiara De Rege Photo: dezeen.com

officePantry/Recreation area–buildgood impression office

Since they spend most of the day in the office, employees also need "personal space". Add leisure elements to create a free world. During the busy work breaks, employees can leave their seats and enjoy a pleasant rest time. When you get back to work, it’s the most ideal working environment.

A coffee shop-like pantry, equipped with a coffee machine and snacks, creates a pleasant office
The open kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator and a TV, and is also a sharing space for communication.
Modern and simple design, soft and comfortable sofas, simple fitness equipment, a comfortable space where you can completely relax

▲ GELATO Design: Arina Semko Photo: behance.net

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2021-12-03 In Old house reconstruction, blog

[Taipei Old Houses Reborn] Old houses are renovated and given a new lease of life! Cost subsidy, understand the 4 "Key Points of Renovation" at once!

Did you know that old houses over 30 years old account for 68% of the total number of residential buildings in Taipei? The proportion of old houses is the highest in Taiwan. In recent years, in order to encourage residents to renew themselves, the government has budgeted to provide financial subsidies to assist residents in rebuilding, renovating or maintaining old buildings. This has led to the rise of a trend of renovating old houses and giving old houses a new look. The new appearance also continues the local temperature and life memories. What are the conditions for applying for old house renovation subsidies? What should we pay attention to when renovating the design? Let’s take a look!

What subsidies are there for renovating old houses? Renovation Drive-Thru-Package ABC

It is estimated that Taiwan will enter a super-aged society in 2025, with 1 in 5 people over the age of 65. The lack of elevators in old apartments is a disadvantage for seniors and people with mobility issues. In order to implement and promote age-friendly city policies, the Taipei City Government, in addition to urban renewal , In addition to the reconstruction of dangerous old buildings, you can also carry out some renovations and repairs through the "Renovation", "Maintenance" and Maintenance Drive-Thru-Package ABC (until December 30) subsidy policies.

For the overall renovation of high-rise buildings, subsidy projects include adding elevators, exterior wall repairs, structural reinforcements, etc. If they belong to renovation or maintenance strategic areas, the subsidy amount is limited to 75% of the total project cost, with a maximum subsidy of 15 million yuan.

Buildings below the sixth floor, renovation and installation of elevators in old buildings - a maximum subsidy of 2.2 million yuan; exterior wall repair and renovation of old buildings - a maximum subsidy of 3 million yuan; structural reinforcement of old buildings - a maximum subsidy of 4 million yuan, The amount shall not exceed 50% of the total project funds. Compared with urban renewal and reconstruction of the elderly, the review process for applying for subsidies is simpler and easier. It is advisable to seize more opportunities to apply to improve the residential life of the elderly and people with limited mobility, and more Safe and convenient!

▲Zhengwei Drive-Thru-Package ABC Photo: Taipei City Emergency Department 110/10/8

What are the 4 “key points” in renovating old houses?

Exterior wall facelift-giving an old house a second life

Old houses are prone to thermal expansion and contraction due to climate, earthquakes and other factors, often accompanied by problems such as peeling tiles and leaking exterior walls, causing concerns about the safety of passers-by and residents. After exterior wall resurfacing, you no longer have to worry about falling tiles. The tiles will not damage pedestrians or vehicles, and through the architect's design ingenuity, the appearance of the building will be completely new. After completion, it will not only improve public safety, but also make the residential community more beautiful.

Hidden project - health inspection of old house and replacement of old pipelines

In a medieval house that is over 20 years old, it is easy for the wiring to rust without being noticed, or the waterproof layer to be damaged due to earthquake cracks. If you want to ensure the structural safety of the old house, it is recommended to have health inspection services through experts to fully understand the condition of the house and strengthen "concealment". After the construction of the project, the invisible physical objects are covered. During the re-decoration, the invisible details are fully inspected. In addition to the above-mentioned water and electricity wiring, it also includes power system construction, mud work, water supply/drainage, Special attention should be paid to window frame renewal, weak current configuration, etc., especially waterproofing projects. Pay attention to the waterproofing treatment of roofs, exterior walls, ceilings and pipelines, and through professional designer design and professional work supervisors, do a good job in renovating old houses. I can live there for another 20 years or more.

▲Photo: B-STUDIO

Layout configuration - Taking family needs into consideration, the space is doubled

Family structure and members are often important factors in considering the layout configuration. Determine the combination of the dining room, living room, and bedrooms, and consider whether the room configuration for each function is reasonable. Remove the partition walls to create an open layout, or retain the original layout and rearrange the space. Configuration, or use glass partitions, screen-style half walls, partitioned ceiling shapes, movable furniture, etc. to assist in defining zones to make the home look larger than the actual square footage!

▲Tianyu Street (before decoration) Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

▲Tianyu Street (after decoration) Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

Lighting and ventilation - open design makes the space lighter

In the past, old houses were limited by long layouts, beams and structural problems, resulting in dark interiors and poor air flow. To address common lighting problems, designers used open storage to make the space lighter and reduce wall thickness. Shield, expand the window area to introduce views, introduce abundant sunlight and air into the room, and greatly enhance the brightness of the space!

▲Tianyu Street Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

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[2024 Office Design Trends] In the post-epidemic era, use smart offices and the comfort of WFH! Create a future office that everyone will envy!

Are you ready to return to the office when the epidemic subsides? Good office design - with home-like comfort, flexible work space, reduced noise interference, environmental sustainability, etc., by improving employees' comfort and efficiency at work, it also reflects corporate culture, professional image, and brand characteristics , create an employee-friendly environment and attract professional talents! Here is a guide to the latest design trends for 2024! Insight into the current trend elements and create a future office that everyone will envy!

Smart Office- The best solution in the post-epidemic era

Affected by the spread of the COVID-19 epidemic, working in office spaces may pose a risk of infection. Therefore, in the design, due to the emphasis on avoiding or reducing human contact (Contactless), sensor automatic doors are used to replace switches, facial recognition systems are used to replace fingerprint access control systems or proximity cards, low-contact AI smart interactive voice, high-efficiency filtering Networking to prevent airborne respiratory viruses aims to minimize person-to-person contact, reduce the risk of droplet infection, and make offices safer. It is a major important strategy for reopening offices.

▲Design: cbinsights Photo: cbinsights.com

Create a home-like comfort - continuing the design trend of Wfh (work from home)

The COVID-19 epidemic has changed people's lives, and it is also reflected at the work level. People have become accustomed to working from home (WFH), so future designs will give priority to the comfort of the working environment. Place items that create a sense of comfort, such as plush rugs, soft and comfortable chairs and armchairs, curtains and other textiles, bookcases, and corresponding amenities that will become office necessities and will help to create a comfortable environment in the office. Creating a comfortable atmosphere plays an important role in the design of the office in 2022!

▲Photo: inf.news/ design

Green Office - a vibrant space to relieve stress

With the impact of COVID-19, increasing natural lighting and improving air circulation and quality will be more important than ever. You can also integrate natural elements into the office space, use more natural materials such as wood, and place hanging baskets around the office area and large potted plants in open areas to create an environment that integrates nature and people. In addition to being beautiful, the abundance of plants, natural materials and natural light are very helpful in reducing stress and improving concentration!

▲B-LAB Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

EvenFlexible workspace– Effectively improve the performance of all employeeswork efficiency

Office trends for 2022 are characterized by promoting employee interaction, teamwork, and better engagement of employees at work. The open workspace is not distributed by area, but is more like working in a coffee shop environment. In such an open environment, people in 70% believe that it improves their work efficiency and creates higher productivity. Other 30% employees can demonstrate excellent work efficiency at dedicated desks.

The flexible work space combines desks, conference rooms, gathering spaces, coffee areas, and rest areas to create a comfortable environment, allowing employees to freely and flexibly choose work areas according to different work natures, thereby working more comfortably. Improve work efficiency.

▲B-LAB Design/Photo: B-STUDIO

Create a noise-reducing environment - Take BackWorkattention

In an open office, noise and mutual interference are inevitable. Through ingenious design, surrounding noise can be effectively reduced and everyone can focus. The first step to control office noise is to use sound-absorbing materials, such as soundproof partitions, carpets, and even plants, for concentrated office areas and conference room areas to cause sound waves to refract multiple times, thereby attenuating the noise, or through flexible partitions , divide the open space and block out noise interference, so that you can enjoy discussions with your team or meet with customers without being disturbed.

▲ Design/Photo: Kinzo

Comfort and luxury – neutral/earth tones

Nature-led colors are key to capturing interior design trends in 2022 and are timeless classics. Taking the brand color of the corporate identity system CIS (Corporate Identity System) as the primary consideration, and considering the surrounding scenery, neutral tones based on natural neutral tones - off-white, tan, beige, and natural wood tones, are used to fill the space. Vibrancy creates a sense of contrast with natural wood tones and other organic materials, while natural neutral tones such as fabrics, materials, paints and decor can also be used to create a calm and relaxing environment.

▲Work & Co Design: Aspekt Office Photo: design-milk.com

Love the Earth with Design - Create an environmentally friendly and sustainable office

"Sustainable development" is the current trend. The "Environmental Protection Office" focuses on environmental friendliness and human health, achieving energy conservation and carbon reduction, indoor air quality, and conserving natural resources. For example, many products now use environmentally friendly materials: plastic bottles are used as Carpets, LED lighting, and natural lighting are made of environmentally friendly materials. Through design, we improve the environment and improve work efficiency, while also reducing carbon and being environmentally friendly!

▲Design: Muxin Design and Research Studio Photo: Zhang Daqi

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2021-11-26 In blog, design trends

The 2024 interior design fashion trends are here! 13 major trend predictions - Advocating nature, earth colors, and soft curve design trends at once!

Like the popular "fashion" of clothing and music, annual interior design fashion trends represent elements that affect the popular colors and material combinations of that year's interior design, as well as the design of various spaces and activities. Especially in 2021, due to the profound impact of the epidemic, the demand for residential design has become diversified and focused on home quality. The following will sort out the interior design trends for the next year (2022), so as to create an ideal home with unique fashion taste. Bar!

Natural Ingredients

In the era of the epidemic, home design focuses more on the comfort and functionality of space. Various brands and designers use a large number of natural and comfortable materials such as linen and cotton, velvet and ceramics, wood and concrete to create a calm and harmonious atmosphere.

▲Azabu Residence Design: Norm Architects, Keiji Ashizawa Design Photo: karimoku-casestudy.com

Natural luxury

from" Material ” Started to re-explore, using finely crafted wood and leather to express the new concept of “natural luxury”, coupled with marble, brass, and matte metal with soft outlines, the textured materials are perfectly combined, and in the low-key details, Show an exquisite attitude towards life.

▲Photo: italianbark-com

Environmentally friendly/sustainable materials

"Sustainable development" is a current design trend favored by far-sighted designers and architects. Many international brands also use "environmental protection" as a source of design inspiration, incorporating recycled materials and low-pollution materials such as bamboo into their designs.

▲Hotel The Tiiing Design: Nic Brunsdon Photo:© Ben Hosking

natural color–neutral color/earth color

Nature-led colors are key to capturing interior design trends in 2022, allowing people to find peace and comfort in their homes. A base of natural neutral tones of beige, white, ivory, ranging from eucalyptus to olive green and even deeper caramel, tan and chocolate brown, taupe, black, add some edge and depth to minimalist spaces, with Natural wood tones create a sense of contrast with other organic materials, and natural neutral tones such as fabrics, materials, paints and decor can be used to create a calm and relaxing environment.

▲7 Daracombe Ave, Kew Design: CDG and Conrad Architects Photo: Third Aesthetic Sydney

Round/Curve Structure Design

The recent popularity of wabi-sabi style and retro style has also given curves more room to play. The curves are structured with bright and wide curves and rounded corners, which have a more gentle and elegant style than tough straight lines. Whether it is a sofa, hanging chair, mirror or table, or the arched design of the building, it can bring a relaxed, flowing, soft and comfortable atmosphere to the space.

▲ Design:Axel Vervoordt Photo: voguehk.com

▲ARCS Design: ARCS- 3Dmitri Studio Photo:behance.net

Geometric patterns

Geometric patterned flooring is back in vogue among 2022 home decor trends! Herringbone flooring with decorative tiles, geometric designs, and the introduction of floral layers through textiles and fresh wallpapers provide visual interest that complements modern lines.

▲ Photo: home.tarkett.com

minimaliststyle

Minimalism is considered the trendy style of 2022. During the pandemic, air circulation and the presence of free space are the main needs of the house. In minimalist design, the use of colors, textures or any other details everything is simple and functional. Highlight the basic daily needs of the room, keep it as smooth as possible through a small amount of decoration and furniture, and enhance the livability of the space.

▲Design:Steimle Architekten Photo:Brigida González

Japanese style

One of the more popular design trends in 2022 is Japandi design , continuing the trend of natural inspiration, perfectly blending the two cultural aesthetics of Japanese aesthetics, wabi-sabi, and Nordic aesthetics of simplicity, bringing many natural elements into a minimalist space with a soft palette, white space, and soft natural tones. , wooden furniture with simple shapes and lines, introducing natural light and plants into the space, focusing on warmth, natural elements and soft tones and comfort to create an overall calm atmosphere

▲Design: Norm Architects Photo: Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen

▲Design: Pieter Vanrenterghem Stone:Hullebusch Naturalstone Photo:Thomas De Bruyne

Retro Style

Retro style has been a popular trend in the interior design world for a long time. This style gives sophistication and charm to any space. Nowadays, 70s retro style interior design is popular again. Retro style interior design elements include: polka dots, flowers Striped wallpapers, velvets and chrome accents, chocolate brown and orange fabrics mix with chrome, stone and dark wood to create a warm and inviting living environment through a nostalgic style created through tones and textures.

▲Design: decoholic.org

smart home

In recent years, the integration of smart home systems has gradually become the focus of public attention, and smart technologies are becoming more and more diverse, reliable and easy to use. Smart homes in interior design have made another breakthrough. A mobile phone or watch is your smart housekeeper. You can turn on air conditioners, switch lights, speakers, etc. with one touch and voice control. Smart devices incorporating HomeKit technology in interior design help you to be faster, Better create scenes for a variety of situations, improving the comfort and convenience of your living space.

▲ Photo: imore.com

Shared space

The work-from-home (WFH) trend has grown dramatically since 2020, with more and more people working from home and staying at home for extended periods of time. Therefore, functionality, practicality and beauty are equally important when designing your own home office, combining work, leisure and home under one roof, for example: a dining table or kitchen island can double as a desk, and the same space can be used for different activities The flowing spaces that are transformed and shaped will help create the right balance in the living space and also provide comfort.

▲ B-LAB Photo: B-STUDIO

multifunctional space

As living spaces in urban areas become increasingly compact and architectural designs and styles shift, it is expected that house interior design trends in 2022 will also trend towards designing multi-functional spaces. Homes of the future will no longer be divided between different areas, but will be zoned through the use of movable partitions or furniture, carpets, or different colors and materials. The outdoor space is also considered a "second living room" and can be used both indoors and out, blurring the boundaries between spaces.

▲ Courted House Design: Breakspear Architects Photo: Tom Ferguson

▲Photo: homestolove.com.au

home garden

In response to the epidemic, people all over the world have to stay at home to prevent the epidemic. When you want to add a touch of nature indoors, you can improve indoor air quality through rooftop gardens, planting herbs, vegetables, potted plants, etc., introducing outdoor elements indoors, and through balconies, terraces and The garden is carefully designed and decorated to create a high-quality and warm life.

▲BOURNE ROAD RESIDENCE Design: Studiofour Photo:Shannon McGarth

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2021-11-26 In blog, Clear water mold building

[When Nordic style meets water-cast architecture] 5 water-cast buildings that respect nature present a pure and simple life style!

Nordic style advocates nature, simplicity, and attractive functional design, and has always been loved by everyone! Nordic style architecture pays special attention to the "phototropism" of the residence, and the exterior uses natural and original colors such as white and gray to complement the environment. The architecture and interior design make extensive use of logs to show the natural texture, and use the water molding method, which has become the dominant construction method in recent years, to present the purest architectural form. Let’s take a look at 5 water-modelled buildings in the Nordic style, how to interpret a pure and simple life style!

E20 HOUSE, Germany's eye-catching "crystal-shaped" clear water mold villa

Steimle Architekten designed this striking "crystal" residence, clad in nearly 20-inch-thick concrete walls that have a strong, vivid texture and the appearance of a protective shell. The short sides of the crystal shape create tapered ends with angular ends. , enhancing the structural and sculptural beauty and contrasting with neighboring buildings.

▲ Design:Steimle Architekten Photo:Brigida González

The traditional gabled roof folds in different directions, with only a few openings cut deeply into the solid concrete shell, providing the building with distinct silhouettes. Window openings are set horizontally in the concrete shell, forming framed views of the surrounding softly undulating landscape, more inviting to residents. Provides an unexpectedly wide view.

▲ Design:Steimle Architekten Photo:Brigida González

and the gently rising topography enhance the angularity and sculptural effect of the house, the trapezoidal layout generates a variety of new spatial relationships as opposing parallelograms divide the open floor plan into kitchen and dining areas.

▲ Design:Steimle Architekten Photo:Brigida González

Concrete surfaces inside the home are smooth, contrasting with the rough texture of the exterior, and are complemented by the warm tones of white walls and solid oak furniture that streamline the space.

▲ Design:Steimle Architekten Photo:Brigida González

Sweden Villa Mörtnäs NordicSimple style concrete house

This modernist concrete building form, designed by Fourfoursixsix, uses concrete structural Aeroc blocks (an energy-saving material with thermal insulation effect) and is rendered in light gray with many openings in the facade, soft tones, pure and simple The design complements the snowy landscape.

▲Villa Mörtnäs Design: Fourfoursixsix Photo: Johan Dehlin

The steep slope and appearance of the site determines the hierarchy of living spaces, with window heights increasing as the building rises, providing bright light and excellent views, and floor heights increasing as the building rises, with upper floors promoted Open plan, with more private spaces on the lower floor.

▲Villa Mörtnäs Design: Fourfoursixsix Photo: Johan Dehlin

The interior design also follows the minimalist design of the building's exterior, with gray and white tones on the ceiling and pine floors, creating a tranquil interior environment. The space pays attention to design details, such as: internal hidden black window frames, flush skirting, and meticulous connections between the glass in the floor-to-ceiling living room. The 3.2m high living room opening breaks the barrier between indoors and outdoors, offering a panoramic view of the beautiful sea view.

▲Villa Mörtnäs Design: Fourfoursixsix Photo: Johan Dehlin

Swedish Summerhouse Lagnö fair-faced concrete summer house

Lagnö faces the bay, which inspired Tham & Videgård Arkitekter architects to integrate the house design into nature. The exterior walls are made of fair-faced concrete, giving the surface a special texture. The two building volumes are side by side and connected to the outdoor space by a sloping glass canopy. , forming a line at the boundary where the forest opens to the bay.

▲Summerhouse Lagnö Design: Tham & Videgård Arkitekter photo: Åke E:son Lindman

The exterior characteristics of the house originate from the interconnection of multiple transverse gable roofs to form a long pleated facade, which runs through the entire space from the living room. The sloping ceiling provides indoor spaces of different heights, and the relatively shallow depth of the room connects to the terrace. Bring the outdoors indoors. The simple space lines and white finishes of the interior space make the space brighter and give people a bright and comfortable atmosphere.

▲Summerhouse Lagnö Design: Tham & Videgård Arkitekter photo: Åke E:son Lindman

Japan's Nishiazabu House is a transparent water-cast building that opens to the sky

A building open to the sky adds a bright spot to the urban landscape. The architect placed the building at a 90-degree angle to the street, dividing the space into two parts - the private area on the right and the public space on the left. The staircases rising backwards like terraces connect each space.

▲ Nishiazabu House Design/Photo: Yuko Nagayama & Associates

The vertical space presents an open sky view to the street and serves as a buffer for the private life inside the house. The open glass box and the closed concrete form two different perspectives and experiences with a comfortable environment.

▲ Nishiazabu House Design/Photo: Yuko Nagayama & Associates

The space uses a large amount of white space as the base, combined with light wood and simple lines, emphasizing the original texture of the material, making the space full of natural texture.

▲ Nishiazabu House Design/Photo: Yuko Nagayama & Associates

South 5th Residence in the United States is a water-model villa that emphasizes the view

Architectural design firm Alterstudio used a wooden and steel frame and mullion beams to support the structure to form a U-shaped central courtyard, protecting a rare 25-inch Duran Oak tree and creating a tense natural environment for the house. , fair-faced concrete and steel cladding match the tone of the building's exterior, emphasizing the spatial sequence of views.

▲South 5th Residence Design: Alterstudio Architecture Photo: Casey Dunn

So as not to interfere with the growth of the oak trees, the private areas, open plan living room, kitchen and dining room, cantilever above the tree roots, with large expanses of glass running the length of the wall, allowing for spectacular views across the valley to Lake Austin and everywhere. Bringing in abundant natural light, it is designed to embrace a lifestyle that easily switches between indoors and outdoors.

▲South 5th Residence Design: Alterstudio Architecture Photo: Casey Dunn

The interior continues the calm and calming earth tones of the exterior, with the central features of the first floor being composed of white oak window frames, wooden ceilings, thick wooden steps and slat railings and fair-faced concrete walls. The all-white kitchen and living room are cleverly balanced with colorful carpets, making the space full of energy!

▲South 5th Residence Design: Alterstudio Architecture Photo: Casey Dunn

The clear water mold building materials show the original texture of concrete, and the quiet and pure beauty is eye-catching!
Architect Chen Bingxin, who has won many international awards for his clear water mold architectural design, is good at integrating architecture and interior space use.
Adhere to the spirit of craftsmanship to shape the building's volume and structure a harmonious dialogue between people and architecture.
Quenching returns to the natural and authentic "naked" architectural design!

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2021-11-19 In blog, design trends

[Nordic minimalist style] It’s no longer just red and green! 6 Christmas home decoration suggestions to easily create a super dreamy Nordic Christmas atmosphere ~

Every Christmas, if you want your home to have a strong festive atmosphere, Christmas decoration is an indispensable assistant. In addition to the bright red and green accessories, the home decoration is composed of black, gray, white and natural wood, forming a Nordic minimalist style that is also very suitable for Christmas. The atmosphere ~ The following Christmas home decoration suggestions can find inspiration for your minimalist Christmas!

The # comes in a neutral color palette - using a palette of grey, white and black

The Nordic style uses white as the keynote to facilitate indoor lighting and give people a simple and dry impression. It can be contrasted with black, or with linen, metallic, gray and natural wood colors as the keynote of the layout, and then incorporates green plants and various colors. A natural color makes the simple space more diverse.

▲ Photo: digsdigs.com

▲Photo: stylishmoblog.com

# Textured natural upholstery - using burlap, cotton and linen

People in the Nordic region love natural materials. In addition to pinecones and wood, which are essential elements of Nordic style, burlap, cotton and linen, outdoor natural materials are often brought into indoor decoration, paired with soft and comfortable fabrics, creating a warm and natural atmosphere. Feeling home~

▲Photo: homestolove.com.au

The light of the # Christmas star softly illuminates the space - simple lamps, candles and string lights

The light yellow lights make the home exude a warm feeling, so during the joyful Christmas day, you can choose to use these elegant hanging Christmas stars to decorate your home, filling the space with light. You can also place white candles or hang all the decorations at home. The dried flowers and wood of the light bulbs allow the furniture to reflect the twinkling lights, outlining a festive atmosphere unique to Northern Europe.

▲ Photo:lisbete.fi

▲Photo: homestolove.com.au

# simple style Christmas tree - use evergreen, dark plants, or light-colored birch

The Christmas tree is the focal point of every home, and instead of having a grand decoration every year, try simply adding a Christmas tree to the space. Use trees with sparse or slender branches to form the image of a Christmas tree, and cover the beams and tables with Nobel pine or cedar, interspersed with star strings, and spray fake snow to create a scene like those in Nordic fairy tales. Winter vibe.

▲ Photo: interiornotes.com

▲Design: Guillaume Alan Photo:luxdeco.com

▲ Photo: digsdigs.com

# simplifies complexity - simple geometric patterns and tiny design patterns

Put a handful of evergreen branches in a simple and beautiful vase, add a few candles, simple decoration, but full of warm and comfortable life. Simple geometric patterns and tiny design patterns outline an interesting Nordic space!

▲Photo: passionshake.com

▲Photo: homestolove.com.au

# fun elements - holiday decorations, DIY decorations

Common holiday decorations are mostly made of paper and garlands, and you can even make them yourself! Simply anchored to walls and furniture, you can bring a bit of holiday whimsy to your space. Simple decorations of white flowers, leaves, stars and origami will never go out of style, even in spring!

▲ Photo: shelterness.com

▲Photo: stylishmoblog.com

▲ Photo: digsdigs.com

▲ Photo: tidbits-cami.com

▲Photo: homestolove.com.au

Try a Nordic Christmas vibe this Christmas in a different way, like lighting some candles, adding branches and baubles and a simply decorated tree. Introduce the unique magic of the Christmas holidays into your home without changing the style of your house!

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