Renovation

Renovation

Painting brick can transform your home, breathing new life to everything from fireplaces and accent walls to exterior facades. While brick is beautiful untouched, its natural tones don't always align with every design style.

Andreas Kostopoulos reactivates a 19th-century warehouse into Castor Place, a multi-use cultural venue designed to host an evolving spectrum of events, balancing preservation with a forward-looking spatial strategy.

Yip Shun-Ting Carbon, aged 36, who lost his mother, Pak Shui-lin, in the inferno in November last year that killed 168 people at a large residential complex under renovation, expressed the emotional toll of the tragedy. 'When I go to sleep every night, I imagine what the flat might now look like,' he said, reflecting on the memories tied to their home.

The house, designed to resemble a South African beach house, embraces open-plan living while adapting to the unique climate of Kerry, where sun-soaked days are rare.

The French system is built differently, and once you understand how it works, it is entirely manageable. The key is knowing what it does and doesn't provide, so you can fill in the gaps yourself.

"Plants absorb water through their roots and release it as vapor through their leaves. This slight increase in humidity can make a room feel cooler and more comfortable, particularly in dry, air-conditioned environments."

The renovation of the Gardiner Museum's ground floor was guided by three core principles: Accessibility, Connectivity, and Indigeneity, aiming to create a welcoming environment.

The magic room was a community effort, maintained by many residents volunteering their time to keep it well organised and running smoothly. I often saw my neighbour, Wendy Showyin, when I stopped by.

"What they don't realize is that we built it from scratch," says Eva. "When people find out it's not actually an old finca, they're always amazed."

Helen Whittaker's vibrant stained glass Paradise window celebrates the quest of the Irish traveller St Brandon, better known as St Brendan, who spent a lifetime searching for an earthly Garden of Eden.

The spatial character is defined by finely detailed stucco ceilings, ranging from restrained to floral, paired with herringbone parquet in the connecting rooms and wooden floorboards in more private areas.

The refurbishment project is characterized by a dual stylistic code, which allows for a harmonious blend of modern and traditional elements within the apartment's design.

C.P.H. Gilbert could design 'a mean Neo-Gothic mansion,' as one New York Times story put it, showcasing his architectural prowess during the Gilded Age.

The design of Anna Bakay's office transforms a conventional notary practice into a serene space that resembles a private gallery, emphasizing silence and tactility.