We’re transforming an underused area of our home into a hardworking mud room for our family of four. In this post, I’m sharing our must-haves, custom built-in plans, and all the details behind the design. As our kids get older and life gets busier, we’ve noticed just how much stuff comes in and out of…
Introduction to the SMVIT Library A new library for Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (SMVIT) in Bangalore, India has been completed with architecture by locally-based Cadence Architects. The building features a monumental presence and an exposed concrete structure atop an array of pilotis, establishing a strong landmark at the heart of the engineering university’s…
Introduction to the Photographer’s Workshop Peru-based practice Roman Bauer Arquitectos has designed a studio, workshop, and exhibition space for photographers in Lima’s bohemian district of Barranco. The project is organized around two landscaped courtyards that frame a lofty central workspace. Visitors enter through a forecourt where cantilevered planters infuse the space with greenery before reaching…
Calder Gardens Opens as a Living Museum in Philadelphia On September 21st, 2025, Philadelphia will see the opening of Calder Gardens, a new park and museum shaped by Herzog & de Meuron and Piet Oudolf. Rather than presenting a monumental museum, the project frames Alexander Calder’s work within a lush, layered landscape that gradually reveals…
Nicholas Grimshaw Passes Away Nicholas Grimshaw, the British architect known for shaping the high-tech movement and designing landmarks such as the Eden Project in Cornwall and New York’s Fulton Center transit hub, has died at the age of 85. His studio announced the news earlier today. Career Overview Grimshaw’s career combined advanced engineering with a…
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Elkay. Looking to add a built-in water dispenser to your home? I walk you through the process to install Elkay’s Liv EZ, breaking down the tools you need and which steps of the project may need a professional. I’ve always loved the look and convenience of built-in water dispensers….
Introduction to Iporanga House Hidden within the dense greenery of Brazil’s Atlantic forest, the Iporanga House stands as architect Arthur Casas’s own retreat. Conceived as a place to ‘recharge his energies,’ the home sits lightly in a protected natural reserve along the São Paulo coast. Its design is guided by a desire for harmony with…
JAÇ Hifi Café: A Space for Listening in Barcelona The newly opened JAÇ Hifi Café is a celebration of music, interior design, and coffee along Barcelona‘s Avinguda Diagonal. Curated by Spanish designer Isern Serra Studio for clients Ligia and Arnau, the café opened in July 2025 with a name that resonates on several levels. It’s a…
A New Cultural Landmark in Kazakhstan The Almaty Museum of Arts has opened its doors in Kazakhstan’s cultural capital, welcoming visitors to a monumental new space for modern and contemporary art. Designed by British practice Chapman Taylor, the 10,060-square-meter museum stands at the edge of the city with the Tian Shan mountains rising behind it,…
Is your faucet spraying weird? Or do you suddenly have low water pressure? You probably need to clean your faucet aerator. Let me walk you through this very easy step-by-step fix! If your faucet is spraying sideways or the water pressure has suddenly dropped, don’t panic. You might be thinking it’s time to call a…
