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WIN Awards 2016 - Museum or Exhibition Spaces Category: RCA Battersea by Haworth Tompkins (London, United Kingdom)The RCA Battersea building comprises two contiguous buildings, Dyson and Woo, designed as one 7512 sq. m coordinated building, constructed in two phases. The brief was to create around 7,300 sq. m of new space of several types: process spaces and workshops, individual studios, spaces for group conversations and spaces where students could showcase their work. There was also a requirement for a 250-seat lecture theatre, gallery, café and retail space. ‘Perhaps the most complex of the projects we have seen. The architect has successfully combined a contemporary factory industrial aesthetic with that of a commercial gallery in such a way that it really represents the ethos of the institution of the RCA. It’s a coherent and complete project that works on both an urban scale and a detailed scale and is very much of its age.’ JG ‘Great adaptive reuse maintaining the original industrial character of the building with minimal and subtle additions and alterations. Light and airy spaces with ample natural light make the building highly suitable for alternating exhibits. Highly sustainable approach.’ SJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Museum or Exhibition Spaces Category: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art Expansion by Snøhetta (San Francisco, United States)Opened on May 14, 2016, the new SFMOMA was reconceived as an outward-looking and engaging gathering space. Connections to the surrounding neighborhood and city were carefully considered for both the outdoor and indoor public spaces. The 460,000 sq. ft project includes 225,000 sq. ft of existing building and 235,000 square feet added by the expansion. ‘A thorough and complete integration of architecture and interiors with exquisite minimal detailing. The play in altering space proportions leads a visitor through a very interesting journey whilst providing glimpses of the cityscape.’ SJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Museum or Exhibition Spaces Category: UIH SHOWROOM by HALLUCINATE DESIGN OFFICE (Shanghai, China)United Imaging Healthcare Co. Ltd is a leading company in China which designs and manufactures high-end medical equipment and provides medical imaging systems of good quality to serve the primary health-care populations both in China and worldwide. HALLUCINATE was invited to design a showroom for its Shanghai headquarters. ‘What I love about this project is the uncompromising interpretation on behalf of the client. Hallucinate Design have used precision detailing to showcase the equipment to enhance the user experience in the showroom.’ LG
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Development Interiors Category: Blake Tower by Conran + Partners (London, United Kingdom)The interior of the marketing suite and show apartment has been meticulously designed and built to reveal the refined detailing and high quality craftsmanship of the new development. The key design challenge was in converting the interior spaces into generous residential units, whilst retaining and expressing the building’s historic memory both internally and externally. The original layouts and existing concrete structural grid, which defined the previous use, have been strategically adapted, resulting in apartments with generous bedrooms, double aspect living spaces, framed views and expressed pick-hammered concrete walls. ‘Conran + Partners worked with Historic England and the local residents on this project to address the issues of regeneration and sustainability. I like the choice of materials, including concrete, ceramic tiles, timber and brass. The ambient lighting, artwork and furnishings, give the apartments a sense of belonging. A beautiful outcome worthy of an iconic building.’ MV
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Development Interiors Category: CONTINENTAL CONSTRUCTION - LANDSCAPE OF THE MIND by MLD Design (Taipei, Taiwan)The main entrance lobby is linked to memories of an English landscape complete with natural stone patterns like “fields” but also a “forest” which functions as the mail -boxes for the entire building. An abstract deer custom made and painted by an artist also stands over a collection of rock like furniture placed under chandeliers in the form of clouds. The main entrance lobby is linked to memories of an English landscape complete with natural stone patterns like “fields” but also a “forest” which functions as the mail -boxes for the entire building. ‘We particularly liked the innovative man-made veneer columns; designed to emulate tree trunks tying in with the whole theme of English landscape throughout. This theme is carried throughout the development and includes deer commissioned from a local artist and a cloud installation in the main lobby.’ DM
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Development Interiors Category: Gasholders Sales Gallery by King's Cross Central Ltd Partnership (London, United Kingdom)Gasholders London is a collection 145 canal side apartments built within a refurbished triplet of Grade II-L listed, cast iron gasholder guide frames at the heart of King’s Cross. This remarkable feat of contemporary design and cutting-edge engineering has been designed by Wilkinson Eyre Architects with apartment interior architecture by Jonathan Tuckey Design and landscaping by Dan Pearson Studios. The Gasholders Sales Gallery has been designed by the same three exceptional practices behind Gasholders London to create a space befitting of a new London landmark. The interior design concept needed to react sympathetically to such a structure and echo the level of detail and sophistication in its language of refined London living. ‘This was not an easy project to realize – working with a curved building and yet still create a luxurious environment. Hudson & Mercer with Jonathan Tuckey Design achieved this by using pieces that embraces the awkward spaces; tub chairs, curved sofas and round coffee tables, all designed to celebrate the unusual layout of the development.’ LT
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Development Interiors Category: Ink Block by Elkus Manfredi Architects (Boston, Massachusetts, United States)Ink Block is a mixed-use residential/retail development linking two very different Boston neighborhoods: the residential South End and industrial South Boston. Until 2012, the 6.2-acre site was the home of the Boston Herald newspaper. The client brief was threefold: first, re-create this urban block into a vibrant, contemporary, sustainable residential environment that also honors the site’s former occupant. Second, create a bridge between the disparate neighborhoods of South Boston and the South End. Third, appeal to multiple tenant profiles. ‘The combination of the bright hues in the communal spaces show an innovative use of colour. I love the mix of natural and industrial materials including reclaimed wood walls and leather seating. The outside spaces are very inviting and I enjoyed the shared lobby and amenities designed to encourage a communal spirit. This development met the client brief to create a vibrant sustainable environment in an industrial building.’ LT
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Development Interiors Category: Kings Cross Central - Plimsoll by Johnson Naylor LLP (London, United Kingdom)Johnson Naylor created the interior architecture of all apartments and penthouses in the Plimsoll Buildings. They were also responsible for the design of the Entrance Lobby, the Residents Facilities, which include a lounge, dining room and gym, and the interiors of the Winter Garden, working with landscape designers Dan Pearson Studio. The interior architecture of the apartments responds to the unique context and surroundings of Kings Cross. The spacial composition and vertical and horizontal rhythm of the interior work in harmony with the architecture. ‘The magnificent ovoid helix staircase uses innovative materials with ingenious touches like a concealed balustrade. Johnson Naylor have commission a fantastic selection of bespoke furnishings and curated artwork as well as using beautiful materials including American walnut and brass throughout the project. Altogether a stunning urban development that responds to the unique context of Kings Cross.’ AL
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Development Interiors Category: St. Edmund's Terrace by Squire and Partners (London, United Kingdom)From the grand landscaped drive leading to the main entrance, the library spaces, spa facilities, pocket gardens, and individual apartments to the detail of textured wallpapers and bespoke primrose-motif door handles, Squire and Partners’ architecture and interiors teams worked together to craft a high quality development that provides effortless elegant living for the residents of 50 St Edmund’s Terrace. ‘A high quality development that provides elegant living for residents in Central London. Inspired by the view of Regent’s Park, Squire and Partners have created a haven designed to maximize the flow between the gardens with full height windows to draw natural light and appreciate the surrounding landscape. This development has a wealth of considered detailing; including bespoke bronze-finish door levers, and decorative pieces from British craftsmen and designers.’ BJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Development Interiors Category: The Plimsoll Building Show Apartment by King's Cross Central Ltd Partnership (London, United Kingdom)The Plimsoll Building show apartment, by Studio Ashby, is comfortable, approachable and has a strong sense of home. Studio Ashby has created an aesthetic based on an imagined resident; a purveyor of taste with a discriminating eye, a collector of beautiful things with an interest in photography and travel. Inspiration was taken for the generous open-plan living area from New York loft living and the sturdy gasholder guide frame beyond the windows. ‘This show apartment responds to the unique surroundings and the exceptional views across Gasholder Park. With carefully defined areas and bespoke pieces including a Paonazzo marble table, a bespoke rug and charcoal and brass bookcase, this apartment has been designed with the professional city dweller in mind to great effect.’ DM
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Interiors Category: Beletage Neubaugasse by Alex Graef Associated Architects Ltd (Vienna, Austria)London architect, Alex Graef, remodeled and furnished a large apartment in a 19th century building in Vienna for a private non-resident client. A deep plan, created by combining two adjacent apartments, was unlocked by demolishing all central partitions and inserting a series of gently rotated volumes, which contain bathrooms and ancillary spaces. An existing collection of pre-Columbian miniature sculptures was used as a narrative device and installed as permanent hosts to their often absent occupier. ‘The brief for this project was that it should be adaptable to the client’s changing needs: create a clutter free environment and achieve excellence in terms of both the design and execution - this project meets all those requirements. A very elegant, seemingly light and minimal refurbishment with some unusual touches, in particular the padded cupboard and main doors. This architect clearly has an obsession for detail.’ DM
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Interiors Category: 143 Englefield Road by DROO Projects (London, United Kingdom)From dingy bedsits to a luxury smart home, 143 Englefield Road presented the age-old challenge of marrying contemporary living with a Period home in the most seamless manner, which was completed in May 2015. The existing Victorian terrace house was in absolute disarray when it was purchased by developer client East Eight, and was completely reimagined by Amrita Mahindroo of Droo Projects.The project of the size of 320 sq. m is a sensitive refurbishment and extension of the existing period terrace which seeks to integrate all of the aspects of contemporary living into a Period home whilst enhancing the original features of the house. ‘This project called for the conversion from bedsits to a luxury home without destroying the period charm of the Victorian architecture. DROO achieved this through the use of a subtle colour palette, considered storage solutions, and clever lighting. A stunning bathroom and kitchen complete this stylish and attractive project.’ BJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Interiors Category: St. John Ambulance by Marta Nowicka & Co (Rye, United Kingdom)Interior architect Marta Nowicka has completed the conversion and redesign of a 1950’s St John Ambulance station into a 4-bedroom family retreat in the ancient Citadel of Rye, East Sussex. The renovation brief, to change the use of the former SJA station to a residential property was a challenge in creating a space that suited the aspirant lifestyle of Rye but that also echoed Rye’s medieval history together with the ambulance stations’ industrial past. Keeping the original, lofty ground floor area as living and creating cosy bedrooms upstairs accessed via a large hallway, the plan was successfully implemented. ‘The architects overcame a number of factors including planning restrictions, objections from neighbours and the existing architectural style of the building to create a beautiful family home on a domestic budget. They have used one or two materials throughout the building very sympathetically including oak flooring which they have then used to clad the walls – a lovely project.’ AL
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Interiors Category: 10 Hubert Street by ODA Architecture (New York, United States)Situated on a cobblestone street in TriBeCa stands an 1892 building, originally designed by Julius Kastner for a liquor merchant, and later taken over by a pistachio baron. As a conservation project, the goal behind 10 Hubert Street was to return the space to its original design, but still channel TriBeCa’s atmosphere. Aside for the interior brick walls being intact, the rest of the dilapidated building left little to reference. ‘The building has a fascinating history, yet very few of the original features remained in tact. ODA overcame this by highlighting the original characteristics of the building through the installation of a steel catwalk with glass floors, steel fire shutters, and the restoration of the original wooden ceiling beams. They also used a minimal colour palette throughout and carefully curated furniture, lighting and artwork – a fine example of successful urban living.’ DM
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Interiors Category: Penthouse Flat, 68 Pall Mall by Hawkins\Brown (London, United Kingdom)This spectacular penthouse apartment with views out across St James’s Palace, occupies the top two floors of a seven-storey commercial building containing offices and a private members club. The building was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens in collaboration with architects Romaine Walker and Jenkins and was completed in 1931. The building is Grade II listed and falls within The City of Westminster St James Conservation Area. The client Nebulu Ltd appointed Hawkins\Brown in collaboration with the Czech architects Pelak and Partners to strip out all the 1990’s interventions, and to lay bare the original Lutyens’ masterpiece. ‘The refurbishment of the Penthouse Apartment in London, remains faithful to the original architecture. I like the use of dark wood, which makes a very strong and bold statement; I also like the use of the classic European design. This, in combination with clever detailing, especially the paneling, creates a harmonious interior.’ MV
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Interiors Category: Barns by Sander Architecten BV (Weesp, Netherlands)With just the occasional passing cow or sheep for company, Ellen Sander's remarkable farmhouse conversion (600 sq. m) is just 20 minute's drive from Amsterdam. When architect Ellen Sander first spotted it, all that stood on the site was part of the original thatched farmhouse, a building that dates from 1784 but suffered much damage after a fire at the turn of the 20th century. She wanted to create more space, realised that any extension added to the building could really soar upwards and make a statement, while at the same time staying true to the spirit of the original structure. What was once a cow shed formed the footprint for the new building, the facade of which is of American Douglas Fir. ‘The work to make this barn a habitable space and to make it feel as if there has not been too much intervention is really the most remarkable thing about this project. Clearly it’s a barn conversion – it keeps the essence of the barn, yet all the necessary things of modern life are dealt with beautifully, such as the heating, which you cannot see at all. They have made something to comply with all the building regulations, made it somewhere welcoming and comfortable and yet make it look like it hasn’t been touched at all.’ BJ
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WIN Awards 2016 - Residential Interiors Category: Loft Panzerhalle by smartvoll (Salzburg, Austria)It was decades ago, when tanks used to be repaired in the old brick lined wall so called ‘Panzerhalle’ in Salzburg. If you visit this building today, you will find market stands, coworking spaces, restaurants and a loft apartment that combines highest standards of interior design with a breathtaking room volume. smartvoll won a competition in which a space of 350 sq. m should be remodeled to become an extraordinary loft apartment in the old ‘Panzerhalle’. The challenge was to preserve the historic space and environment and to fill the room with daylight, instead of artificial illumination. Furthermore one should be confronted with the most spatial experience. ‘It’s a spectacular space to begin but also a very spectacular intervention. It’s indulgent, but it looks beautifully finished with interesting and slightly amusing details. Surely an astounding space to be in.’ BJ
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Garden Void House- Exterior View from North-West
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Garden Void House
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Garden Void House- Exterior View from North-West
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Garden Void House
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Garden Void House- Exterior View from West - With attention to detail, powerful box-like forms, and using of honest materials such as natural stones and wood, Garden Void House creates an unexpected building.
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