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Karma, by Do Ho Suh, 2003

August 31, 2013

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35 Breathtaking Examples of Patterns in Nature

Famous dutch painter Rembrandt once said “Choose only one master – Nature” and he couldn’t be more right. Nature is the best artist and a limitless source of inspiration. Unfortunately, not everyone can see that. This is why we want to show you these 35 wonderful nature’s patterns. Of course, this is only a tiny fraction of all the nature’s beauty, so feel free to post your own pattern photos in the comment section below.

Guangzhou Opera House by Zaha Hadid Architects

The Guangzhou Opera House by Zaha Hadid Architects has opened in Guangdong province, China. Top photograph is by Christian Richters Shaped to resemble two pebbles on the bank of the Pearl River, the building houses a 1,800-seat theatre plus 400-seat multifunctional hall, rehearsal rooms and entrance hall. The main auditorium is lined with moulded panels made from glass-fibre reinforced gypsum to create a folded, flowing surface. The inaugural performance takes place today. Photographs are by Iwan Baan unless stated otherwise. Above photograph is by Christian Richters The information below is from Zaha Hadid Architects: Like pebbles in a stream smoothed by erosion, the Guangzhou Opera House sits in perfect harmony with its riverside location. Above photograph is by Christian Richters The Opera House is at the heart of Guangzhou’s cultural develo...

6th 1448 Houghton ZM by SAOTA and Antoni Associates

SAOTA – Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects and ANTONI ASSOCIATES have completed the design of a new house in Johannesburg, South Africa. . Description from the designers The brief was to create a home for an extended Johannesburg family. Situated in Houghton on a gentle slope, the site is surrounded by trees and has views from the upper levels. The site was split into two separate sites organised around a common entrance and driveway providing access to both houses. The houses have a U-shaped configuration organised around an internal courtyard and allows access to all of the living spaces and the swimming pool. A perforated wall separates the public forecourt from the private spaces. . Internally the spaces pivot around a central volume with a ribbon like spiral stair. The living spaces, kitchen and private garden are to the north, while the games room, pool and gym are to the west. All of these spaces connect to the courtyard which in turn connects back to the main house an...

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