Monthly archives:July 2011

Blossoming Architecture: Lotus Temple in New Delhi

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In Indian culture, the lotus flower carries deep significance on a symbolic level. Mentioned in Hindu scriptures and sacred to the Gods, indelible images of Brahma and Buddha seated on a lotus can be found everywhere. For centuries, the lotus has influenced Indian architecture; one only needs to glimpse at the Taj Mahal to realize its dome resembles[...]

Gamble House: American Craftsmen Architecture at its Finest

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The editorial team members at Styleture have long been fans of the American and California Craftsmen style homes. Built in the Arts & Crafts style that was prevalent in the early 20th century and beyond, craftsmen homes incorporated copious amounts of locally handcrafted wood, as well as glass and metal, to create architecture that was at once si[...]

Gamble House: American Craftsmen Architecture at its Finest

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The editorial team members at Styleture have long been fans of the American and California Craftsmen style homes. Built in the Arts & Crafts style that was prevalent in the early 20th century and beyond, craftsmen homes incorporated copious amounts of locally handcrafted wood, as well as glass and metal, to create architecture that was at once si[...]

Nerd-Chic Design: The Periodic Coffee Table (w/ Inlaid Element Samples)

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Much has been made about coffee table design; these common and highly useful furniture pieces have been made of everything from glass and steel to fine wood and recycled plastic. But never has there been a coffee table so inspired by science, to the extent that all of the elements from the Period Table of Elements – even the toxically dangerous ones li[...]

Playboy Mansion: A Gothic-Tudor Classic

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There’s no arguing the fact that 10236 Charing Cross Road, in the Holmby Hills area of Los Angeles, is one of the most famous addresses in the world; it’s the location of the Playboy Mansion, made infamous by Hugh Hefner, his legendary celebrity parties, and his even more legendary penchant for beautiful women. The Playboy Mansion, designed in a Got[...]

Birdview Residence: David & Victoria Beckham Rent $27 Million Malibu Mansion

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Leave it to David and Victoria Beckham to seek out one of the most stunning properties in all of Southern California for their summer home. With David’s contract with the LA Galaxy expiring in November and the family expected to head back to the UK afterwards, they’ve decided to go all out in the home stretch and splurge on the luxury Malibu mansion [...]

Towers of Architecture

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Of all the themes an architect may choose to incorporate in his or her design, none is as eye-catching and classic as the leaning tower. From contemporary to the extravagant, towers symbolize architectural ingenuity and artistry, and such is the case with the Samitaur Tower, the Tower of Arab, and the Tower of Abu Dhabi. Samitaur Tower Across the street [...]

Pre-Fabulous: Domespace Prefabricated Homes by Solaleya

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Counting among its numerous advantages that it is made of sustainable materials, can withstand typhoons, can potentially survive an 8.0 earthquake better than your average single-family home – and looks significantly cooler – the Domespace prefabricated home is an old idea that is ideal for today’s forward-thinking and environmentally-friendly mindset. Fi[...]