The recently unveiled Renault Kiger concept can easily be considered a Nissan Magnite in a different set of clothes. However, the French carmaker has done a pretty decent job of differentiating the Kiger from its Nissan sibling. Renault says the production-spec Kiger will retain 80 percent of the concept’s design […]
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living spaces in art’ exhibition at the kunstmuseum wolfsburg, germany
‘nuages (cloud)’ bookshelf by ronan and erwan bouroullec, 2002 for cappellii s.p.a., italy interior / exterior: living spaces in the arts at: kunstmuseum wolfsburg, germany from: november 29th, 2008 to april 13th, 2009 this large-scale thematic exhibition will explore the interaction between painted interiors and interior design, covering work from […]
Air Barriers 101: Controlling the Movement of Air in Exterior Walls
Controlling the movement of air between indoor and outdoor environments is a key concern when building comfortable, energy efficient homes. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, up to 40 percent of the energy used to heat and cool a building is due to uncontrolled air leakage. Therefore, it is […]
Plastic Omnium, Hella target integration of exterior body parts and lighting | Design News
Tier 1 auto part suppliers Plastic Omnium and Hella have launched a joint project involving engineering and design experts from both companies in Germany that will focus on jointly developing new systems integrating innovative lighting technologies, and intelligent exterior systems, at the front and at the rear of the car. […]
The new Skoda Octavia Scout Exterior Design
Duration: 02:21 11/11/2020 The ŠKODA OCTAVIA is the heart of the Czech car manufacturer and tops the bestseller lists in numerous European countries. In the fourth generation of the OCTAVIA, the robust SCOUT and two other sporty RS variants complete the portfolio. By electrifying the powertrain using the new mild […]
Rendering Perfectly Predicts Volkswagen ID.4 Coupe Exterior Design
We’ve already seen it in spy shots with little camouflage and this is just a confirmation of what the ID.4 Coupe will look like. Volkswagen will sell the ID.4 in two distinct body styles – the more traditional crossover body and a coupe-like model with a dramatically dipping roofline. The […]
2021 Nissan Micra Gets New Grade Structure, N-Design Trim Level
Ever since the fifth-gen Micra entered production at the end of 2016, Nissan has constantly upgraded it, be it with new engines or modern tech, and now it has received a facelift. While the 2021 Micra doesn’t look all that different than the current model, it has become a tad […]
Council dives into pool concept design proposals
City council dipped its toes into discussions surrounding the planned aquatic centre’s concept design on Monday, but elected officials won’t be asked to make any major decisions on the project until January. The greatest source of debate during Monday’s meeting was over the potential location of the facility. Melani Korver, […]
Texas Children’s Hospital at The Woodlands celebrates the spirit of design
When the award-winning Texas Children’s Hospital (TCH) expanded its services with a new facility in The Woodlands, a planned community located in the heavily forested region north of Houston, the lush landscape was clearly a source of inspiration for FKP Architects. The resulting state-of-the-art facility’s overall concept was based on […]
2021 Grand Design Imagine 3100RD RV for Sale in Fort Worth, TX 76140 | 94046
Imagine a travel trailer that is full of beautifully designed amenities and easy-to-tow! Well you don’t have to dream any longer! The Imagine 3100RD is a lightweight trailer from Grand Design that hits the nail on the head! You’ll enjoy a huge pass through storage area, exterior speaker with […]
Hotels see business from marketing exterior corridors
REPORT FROM THE U.S.—Cleanliness is always important in the hotel industry. With the spread of the coronavirus, being germ-free and having more open windows and less closed-in spaces are elevating exterior-corridor properties above their competition. And as hoteliers fight for their share of fewer travel dollars, they need any and […]
10 New Trends in Multifamily Housing Design
For the second phase of Gravity, a live/work community in Columbus, Ohio, OZ Architecture created an amenity that attempts to safely bring people together with a variety of separate spaces for cooking, lounging, working, and playing. Image courtesy of OZ Architecture Home OZ Architecture’s Nate Jenkins helps us imagine the […]
Passive house design: A key to sustainable community building
A vibrant community, Pittsburgh’s Uptown neighborhood is taking bold steps to counteract decades of divestment that have resulted in vacant properties, dangerous pedestrian corridors, and the poor air quality that comes with being treated as a pass-through neighborhood between the city’s largest employment centers. It’s a familiar experience, one shared […]
The new Audi Q3 Sportback Exterior Design in Puls Orange
The Audi Q3 Sportback stands for strength and precision to an equal degree, and reflects this in all design details. The black grille of the octagonal Singleframe is strongly three-dimensional in design, and this makes it particularly sporty. The same applies for the trapezoidal air inlets and the expressive bumper […]
2021 Hyundai Elantra Exterior Design
Hyundai officially launched its all-new 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid at The Lot Studios in West Hollywood with a special event broadcast around the world. This marks the world debut of the latest version of the popular compact sedan. The 2021 Elantra showcases Hyundai’s latest ambitions, including a Sensuous Sportiness […]
The new Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 Limousine Exterior Design
With a more striking design, enhanced options for individualisation and the MBUX infotainment system, Mercedes-AMG is enhancing the E53 4MATIC+ Saloon and Estate business-class models. The completely restyled front view lends the Performance E-Class an even more powerful appearance. The AMG-specific radiator grille with its A-shaped contour reinforces the impression […]
BMW Concept X7 iPerformance Exterior Design
The forthcoming BMW X7 forms part of the largest model offensive in the company’s history. As part of its NUMBER ONE > NEXT strategy, the BMW Group is seeking to substantially increase its sales and revenues in the luxury class. The BMW X7 has a key role to play here, […]
Fantastic Container House, Design Inspired by Creative Thinking
Homebuilders create contemporary homes with containers that are durable and budget-friendly. The modern houses made with shipping containers look contemporary and innovative, offering unique, affordable, and comfortable residences. First-time homebuilders Zack and Brie Smithey triumphed against the odds to create a metal masterpiece of the container home, bringing them a […]
New guidelines for replacing windows without removing exterior brick veneer
The Fenestration Manufacturers Association (FMA), the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA), and the Window & Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) have released a new document focused on replacement windows. FMA/AAMA/WDMA 2710-20, Guidelines for the Full Frame Replacement of Windows without Removal of Exterior Brick Veneer covers windows replacement in residential […]
Vauxhall’s latest Crossland arrives with bold exterior design
Vauxhall latest Crossland compact SUV has arrived, dropping the ‘X’ moniker used on its predecessor. The new Crossland, which is set to arrive in the UK early next year, brings a bold new exterior look which takes many cues from the recently-revealed Mokka. New LED headlights and the redesigned Vauxhall […]