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Sumptuous Open Air Sculpture Residence in Warsaw
Here is a sumptuous project that can be considered a true showcase of modern living. Open Air Sculpture Residence was designed by Marek Rytych Architekt and is located in Warsaw, Poland. The first striking fact when looking at this home is its size. Here is some relevant information about its structure from the architects:The house is a three storey building designed on the undulating area. The roughness of the area was used in a way that in the cellar section immersed in the ground there are storage rooms and in the section which has access to daylight there are guest rooms. Above them there is a daily living section, and higher there is a private section with bedrooms and bathrooms. The L-shaped solid is differentiated by terraces put on different levels and by numerous bay windows thanks to which the interiors can be illuminated. We have to say that even though extremely large living spaces are not our style, we really appreciate this homes diversity and interior design.                             
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Interview: Interior Design Attitudes with Magdalena Keck
We ran across Magdalena Kecks portfolio a while ago, when we featured some of her work on Freshome. We decided to forward our 15 question interview to her as a challenge and she kindly replied. We received some strong and determined answers which unriddle an impressive experience as an interior designer. And if they were not enough, weve also added a few photos of Magdalenas projects to convince you of her passion for hard work. - Freshome: What determined your passion for design? Tell us about the moment when you decided this is the way to go.
- Magdalena Keck: I have always had passion for art. Have been always drawing as a child, attended art classes as a teenager and eventually studied fine arts and then interior design. Interior design is like any other media, you work with color, light texture, time and dimension. The difference is that you also work with people, who are completely integral to the process.
   Tribeca Apartment - Freshome: Can you remember your first design project? Describe it a bit, whether it is a gizmo you worked at as a little kid or something that was sold at a large scale
- Magdalena Keck: It was probably rearranging my room. I got rid of the bed and put the mattress on the floor. My parents ordered low bookcases for me, so everything was really low. I had my own huge abstract painting on the wall. It was painted on a sheet of galvanized metal.
- Freshome: What field of design are you most interested in? Do your works have anything to do with it ? (We are asking this because not many designers do what they actually want)
- Magdalena Keck: I most enjoy working on residential projects, but also on retail projects. Each presents different opportunities for expression. In residential projects I enjoy paying attention to details, individual needs and desires. In retail concept development is a key it is one of my favorite aspects. Many of my residential projects have outdoor spaces and I do increasingly become more and more interested in landscape design. It is something that I am definitely going to peruse further.
- Freshome: Chronologically describe what you are going through (feeling and thoughts) on your way to work.
- Magdalena Keck: Excitement, discovery, lots of work and research , frustration somewhere along the way, problem solving, fulfillment, pride.
- Freshome: What is your favourite book/magazine on design? How about your favourite site?
- Magdalena Keck: Right now I like French Elle Decore, and I always go back to FRAME and Object.
       Upper East Side Residence - Freshome: What inspires you?
- Magdalena Keck: Anything can really. Its quiet easy. I am never short on ideas. Usually the minute I start the project I can see it. Often it is the space itself, or the person I am working with, piece of art they own or desire to own. Anything, really.
- Freshome: What is the most frustrating aspect of your job as a designer? And the most rewarding one?
- Magdalena Keck: Most frustrating aspect is when people make stupid mistakes that could be easily avoided. Most rewarding: have a Client who enjoys their space and is comfortable in it.
- Freshome: From your point of view, is design an art or a science?
- Magdalena Keck: I have to say 50% art and 50% science.
- Freshome: Tell us something unusual that happened in your carrier.
- Magdalena Keck: I interviewed with Naomi Leff years ago for a consultant position. I didnt get the job. It turned out to be for the best. I opened my own studio. Few years later when I was looking for an office space I came across a beautiful space with a fantastic view on 18th floor of a building on 27th Street that looked very familiar. I found out that Naomi Leff Associates had closed and moved out. Thats where my office is now.
      Soho Flat - Freshome: Lets say you entered a contest. You have to come up with a design for the first house on the Moon built for extra-terrestrial living. How would your project look like?
- Magdalena Keck: I would have to go the site and meet the Client to tell you. Naturally the thing to do would be to use locally available materials. The challenge would probably be to free yourself of human preconceptions what a HOUSE is.
- Freshome: If you had no limits (money, resources), what would you create?
- Magdalena Keck: Roof top shade garden on every building.
- Freshome: Share something you would like the world to know about you or your ideas.
- Magdalena Keck: Take what you need (make it beautiful and functional) and leave the rest out. Nothing new yet so hard to implement for so many people.
  Brooklyn Terrace - Freshome: What do you think of our site?
- Magdalena Keck: Its great and apparently very popular. I had magazines from Poland, Portugal and Italy publish several projects after you have mentioned my work. I enjoy seeing variety of projects and topics.
- Freshome: What advice do you have for young designers or architects reading this interview?
- Magdalena Keck: Keep your eyes and ears open, absorb and learn, be open minded and considered, but dont compromise. Opportunities and inspirations are everywhere.
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Red Nest, an Incredible 23 Square Meter Apartment in Paris
Space maximization is a growing trend lately in apartment design. Countries like China or Japan make enormous efforts to come up with ideas for small places due to the fact that their urban population is increasing at a rate never encountered before. Todays apartment however is located in Paris and comes from designer Paul Coudamy. Entitled Red Nest, this original project houses a bedroom, a dressing area and a home office all squeezed into just 23 square meters. You probably wonder how this was possible. The uncommon crib houses ingenious solutions that counterweight the lack of space. First off, the bed and dressing area can be hidden by a mobile bookshelf, that is very easy to maneuver. Two way mirrors are used to delimit rooms and create the feeling of space. We also noticed an interesting shelter in the ground, but didnt find more information about its functionality. If you happen to know what it serves as, please let us know. All in all, this red and white apartment seems like an ideal place to live in without making any compromises regarding style or function. Do you agree? Via Mocoloco   
   
    
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Eye Catching Victorian Duplex in San Francisco
Envelope A+D from Oakland, USA recently renovated and redesigned this Victorian duplex located in Noe Valley, San Francisco. With an interesting black exterior, these stacked apartments could remind one of the Adams Family. We imagine this house looks quite unusual when correlated to its neighborhood context, but this is far from being a negative aspect. Its originality increases as one steps inside due to the vivid colors and uncommon wall paintings that can be observed all throughout this odd looking crib. A studio animates the first floor, while the second level houses the living room, kitchen and dining area. Accentuated hues of red and blue add some strong visual effects to this place and interesting decorating items can be found all around. Let us know if there is anything that particularly intrigued you .                
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Stylish Frame Chairs to be Showcased at London Design Festival
Soon to be revealed at the London Design Festival this September, these unusual but stylish chairs were created by designer Jaime Hayon for the English company Sé. Described as delicately proportioned but with a wit and presence that sets them apart from any other, these catchy designs will certainly be one of the main attractions of the upcoming event. The exquisite frame of these seating items has a particular charm while in the same time preserving the overall comfort of the design. These products go great in a wooden decor, a rustic living room or an elegant terrace. However, the space around them shouldnt be too crowded, in order to emphasize on their unique features. For those of you participating at the London Design Festival this year, have fun and let us know what youve discovered!- via Mocoloco  
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