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Buildner's Home of Shadows Competition: Winners of the Artificial Light-Free Home Challenge

The Home of Shadows competition emphasizes the importance of natural light and shadows in creating functional and inviting architectural designs, featuring a no artificial light challenge.

Marco Road / BetterPAD

The project harmoniously integrates modern design with historic elements, enhancing natural light and creating a cohesive living space.

garden courtyards wind through stacked cubes of idee architects' vietnam hillside house

Stella Casa seamlessly integrates with its hillside terrain through stacked volumes and expansive glass, enhancing openness and connection to nature.

Otla House / We Design Studio

The residence integrates traditional Indian architecture with modern design, using a central courtyard to maximize natural light and ventilation.

Re:Teramoto House Refurbishment / coil Kazuteru Matumura Architects

The renovation focuses on enhancing connectivity within the home and to the outdoors, reflecting traditional Japanese design elements.

Interior Courtyards: An Effective Strategy to Improve Space Quality in 15 Residential Projects

Interior courtyards improve living environments by enhancing natural light, ventilation, and connection to nature, benefiting both health and aesthetics.

Buildner's Home of Shadows Competition: Winners of the Artificial Light-Free Home Challenge

The Home of Shadows competition emphasizes the importance of natural light and shadows in creating functional and inviting architectural designs, featuring a no artificial light challenge.

Marco Road / BetterPAD

The project harmoniously integrates modern design with historic elements, enhancing natural light and creating a cohesive living space.

garden courtyards wind through stacked cubes of idee architects' vietnam hillside house

Stella Casa seamlessly integrates with its hillside terrain through stacked volumes and expansive glass, enhancing openness and connection to nature.

Otla House / We Design Studio

The residence integrates traditional Indian architecture with modern design, using a central courtyard to maximize natural light and ventilation.

Re:Teramoto House Refurbishment / coil Kazuteru Matumura Architects

The renovation focuses on enhancing connectivity within the home and to the outdoors, reflecting traditional Japanese design elements.

Interior Courtyards: An Effective Strategy to Improve Space Quality in 15 Residential Projects

Interior courtyards improve living environments by enhancing natural light, ventilation, and connection to nature, benefiting both health and aesthetics.
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#home-improvement

A "Dark, Dated" Kitchen Gets a Mega Makeover with Stunning Natural Light

Rosalind's kitchen redesign was instinctual and focused on joy, resulting in a vibrant and unique space.

I Love That These Renters Chose a Black Corduroy Couch in Their Sunny Apartment

Nicole Hause and Buffy Milner transformed their living space by upgrading to a larger, brighter apartment and thoughtfully redesigning the interior.
Their design process started with a key piece of furniture, the couch, and they carefully planned the rest of their decor around it.

How to enhance your outdoor experience with natural light - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Skylights enhance outdoor living spaces by providing protection from elements while allowing natural light, thus improving aesthetics and functionality.

A "Dark, Dated" Kitchen Gets a Mega Makeover with Stunning Natural Light

Rosalind's kitchen redesign was instinctual and focused on joy, resulting in a vibrant and unique space.

I Love That These Renters Chose a Black Corduroy Couch in Their Sunny Apartment

Nicole Hause and Buffy Milner transformed their living space by upgrading to a larger, brighter apartment and thoughtfully redesigning the interior.
Their design process started with a key piece of furniture, the couch, and they carefully planned the rest of their decor around it.

How to enhance your outdoor experience with natural light - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Skylights enhance outdoor living spaces by providing protection from elements while allowing natural light, thus improving aesthetics and functionality.
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#productivity

Five tips on how to improve your office design - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A well-designed office space is crucial for enhancing employee productivity and morale.

How natural light can benefit workspaces - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Prioritizing natural light in workplace design significantly enhances employee well-being, creativity, and productivity.

13 Beautiful Home Office Lighting Ideas That Will Maximize Productivity - House Digest

Home office lighting affects productivity; a balance is important between dim and glaring lights.

Why office space is key to remove stress and inspire creativity

Creating a functional and comfortable office space at home is essential for reducing stress and boosting creativity.
Maintaining a clutter-free environment, incorporating personal touches, and maximizing natural light are crucial for a productive home office.

Five tips on how to improve your office design - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A well-designed office space is crucial for enhancing employee productivity and morale.

How natural light can benefit workspaces - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Prioritizing natural light in workplace design significantly enhances employee well-being, creativity, and productivity.

13 Beautiful Home Office Lighting Ideas That Will Maximize Productivity - House Digest

Home office lighting affects productivity; a balance is important between dim and glaring lights.

Why office space is key to remove stress and inspire creativity

Creating a functional and comfortable office space at home is essential for reducing stress and boosting creativity.
Maintaining a clutter-free environment, incorporating personal touches, and maximizing natural light are crucial for a productive home office.
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Wang Residence / 2BOOKS DESIGN

Maximized visual openness and natural light in a compact apartment through strategic elevation and material use.

The Country Blue House / Architecture RIFF

The retrofit enhances functionality by adding new spaces while seamlessly integrating with the existing structure of the house.

The Hub for Clinical Collaboration at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia / Perkins&Will

The Hub for Clinical Collaboration emphasizes practitioner well-being to improve patient care through a collaborative and thoughtfully designed workspace.

Luxury Home & Glass Solutions Helps Choose the Right Patio Doors for Your Home

Selecting the right patio doors is essential for aesthetics and weather resilience in Florida's climate.
#architectural-design

Exploring the Boundaries of Polycarbonate: 25 Exemplary Projects Showcasing Its Versatility

Polycarbonate is transforming architectural design with its strength, lightness, and ability to maximize natural light across various building types.

House in Guardamar del Segura / Bernardo Cerrato

The design addresses spatial constraints by using a central courtyard for light, privacy, and energy efficiency in a narrow plot.

Exploring the Boundaries of Polycarbonate: 25 Exemplary Projects Showcasing Its Versatility

Polycarbonate is transforming architectural design with its strength, lightness, and ability to maximize natural light across various building types.

House in Guardamar del Segura / Bernardo Cerrato

The design addresses spatial constraints by using a central courtyard for light, privacy, and energy efficiency in a narrow plot.
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Strategies for Coping With Seasonal Mood Changes

Seasonal depression often intensifies during winter due to decreased sunlight, impacting mental health and daily functioning.
#interior-design

House Northroy / True Story + Lloyd Hartley Architects

The design combines traditional Victorian elements with modern features, enhancing light and space while reflecting the local architectural context.

A Small, Dark, and "Antiquated" Barcelona Flat Is Now Modern and Bright

Merçè transformed her grandmother's antiquated apartment in Barcelona into a stylish and functional space with clever design solutions that enhanced lighting and layout.

Ania Dunlop Crafts Her Own Modern Mediterranean Home for Zen

Ania Dunlop transformed a dated house into a personal sanctuary by leveraging its potential and maximizing space and natural light.

YouTuber Natoo's Home in France Is a Light-Filled Retreat

Charlotte Catan redesigned a Parisian home, enhancing light and space while centering the design around a large ficus tree.

This Luxe Bedroom Makeover Adds a Hit of Color and "a Dose of Dopamine"

Natural light allows for experimenting with darker paint colors in a bedroom.

35 Open Floor Plan Decorating Ideas Designers Recommend for a Cohesive Look

Open floor plans create a spacious feel by removing barriers and enhancing natural light.

House Northroy / True Story + Lloyd Hartley Architects

The design combines traditional Victorian elements with modern features, enhancing light and space while reflecting the local architectural context.

A Small, Dark, and "Antiquated" Barcelona Flat Is Now Modern and Bright

Merçè transformed her grandmother's antiquated apartment in Barcelona into a stylish and functional space with clever design solutions that enhanced lighting and layout.

Ania Dunlop Crafts Her Own Modern Mediterranean Home for Zen

Ania Dunlop transformed a dated house into a personal sanctuary by leveraging its potential and maximizing space and natural light.

YouTuber Natoo's Home in France Is a Light-Filled Retreat

Charlotte Catan redesigned a Parisian home, enhancing light and space while centering the design around a large ficus tree.

This Luxe Bedroom Makeover Adds a Hit of Color and "a Dose of Dopamine"

Natural light allows for experimenting with darker paint colors in a bedroom.

35 Open Floor Plan Decorating Ideas Designers Recommend for a Cohesive Look

Open floor plans create a spacious feel by removing barriers and enhancing natural light.
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#residential-design

Solarium House / YKAA

The house design emphasizes natural light and psychological separation from urban chaos, providing a serene environment for a couple and their dogs.

light and air permeate through residence's stacked concrete volumes in philippines

The design of the Through House prioritizes 'through-ness' to enhance cross-ventilation and natural light, focusing on spatial continuity and maximizing spatial potential.

Solarium House / YKAA

The house design emphasizes natural light and psychological separation from urban chaos, providing a serene environment for a couple and their dogs.

light and air permeate through residence's stacked concrete volumes in philippines

The design of the Through House prioritizes 'through-ness' to enhance cross-ventilation and natural light, focusing on spatial continuity and maximizing spatial potential.
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ES Office / Saransh

The ES Office merges nature and architecture, focusing on natural light while addressing climate challenges effectively.
#lighting-techniques

10 Tips for Amazing Natural Light Portrait Photography

Natural light portrait photography is challenging but can yield stunning results with the right techniques and understanding of light.

6 Still Life Photography Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

Lighting is the key factor in achieving stunning still life photography.

10 Tips for Amazing Natural Light Portrait Photography

Natural light portrait photography is challenging but can yield stunning results with the right techniques and understanding of light.

6 Still Life Photography Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

Lighting is the key factor in achieving stunning still life photography.
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"Psychedelic Rococo" and "Bubblegum Renaissance" Describe This Apartment's Vibes

Having a spacious and well-lit studio apartment has been incredibly liberating for an artist and small business owner.
#sustainable-materials

This Starfish Inspired Coffee Shop And Bar Brings Buildings To Life With Biomimetic Design - Yanko Design

Biomimetic Architecture takes inspiration from nature for building design.
The Starfish Coffeeshop & Bar integrates organic forms and sustainable materials in its architectural design.

terracotta roof tops onebulb architecture's red fort brick house in tamil nadu, india

Organic design integrates natural elements and sustainable materials to create a warm and authentic living space.

How To Design For Wellness In Interior Design - Yanko Design

Wellness design prioritizes health factors like lighting, air quality, and nature connections.
Incorporating wellness into interiors involves sustainable materials, natural light, social layouts, and upcycling for mood influence.

This Starfish Inspired Coffee Shop And Bar Brings Buildings To Life With Biomimetic Design - Yanko Design

Biomimetic Architecture takes inspiration from nature for building design.
The Starfish Coffeeshop & Bar integrates organic forms and sustainable materials in its architectural design.

terracotta roof tops onebulb architecture's red fort brick house in tamil nadu, india

Organic design integrates natural elements and sustainable materials to create a warm and authentic living space.

How To Design For Wellness In Interior Design - Yanko Design

Wellness design prioritizes health factors like lighting, air quality, and nature connections.
Incorporating wellness into interiors involves sustainable materials, natural light, social layouts, and upcycling for mood influence.
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#renovation

anna & eugeni bach's transparent greenhouse extension bathes barcelona dwelling in light

The renovation by Anna & Eugeni Bach in Barcelona maximizes natural light and creates open living spaces by incorporating a wood-and-glass structure.

P4architecture converts rustic barn into an open subterranean retreat house in rhodes

P4architecture renovated an old barn in Salakos, Greece, into a subterranean retreat house with open ceilings and dedicated outdoor settings.
The subterranean retreat house features an open roof, a lone tree growing inside, and a meditative space illuminated by natural light.

anna & eugeni bach's transparent greenhouse extension bathes barcelona dwelling in light

The renovation by Anna & Eugeni Bach in Barcelona maximizes natural light and creates open living spaces by incorporating a wood-and-glass structure.

P4architecture converts rustic barn into an open subterranean retreat house in rhodes

P4architecture renovated an old barn in Salakos, Greece, into a subterranean retreat house with open ceilings and dedicated outdoor settings.
The subterranean retreat house features an open roof, a lone tree growing inside, and a meditative space illuminated by natural light.
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#ventilation

K House / Atelier Design N Domain

Transforming an existing family home in a tropical village into a modern design while integrating old and new structures seamlessly.

Kabber Ghor Village Retreat / DWS - Design Works Studio

Kabbor Ghor is a sustainable, low-rise residence blending with its natural surroundings, featuring locally sourced bricks and emphasizing natural light and ventilation.

HARQUITECTES designs casa 1736 with modern atrium and cloister in barcelona

Introducing a central atrium in urban homes can enhance natural light, ventilation, and spaciousness.

Casa Flix: A Drab Attic in Madrid Undergoes Colorful Renovation

Attic renovation transformed dark space into light-filled home with innovative layout design.
Architects maximized function and aesthetic appeal by reimagining space in a historic building.

K House / Atelier Design N Domain

Transforming an existing family home in a tropical village into a modern design while integrating old and new structures seamlessly.

Kabber Ghor Village Retreat / DWS - Design Works Studio

Kabbor Ghor is a sustainable, low-rise residence blending with its natural surroundings, featuring locally sourced bricks and emphasizing natural light and ventilation.

HARQUITECTES designs casa 1736 with modern atrium and cloister in barcelona

Introducing a central atrium in urban homes can enhance natural light, ventilation, and spaciousness.

Casa Flix: A Drab Attic in Madrid Undergoes Colorful Renovation

Attic renovation transformed dark space into light-filled home with innovative layout design.
Architects maximized function and aesthetic appeal by reimagining space in a historic building.
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How to create the perfect home office

The home office space is crucial for productivity and professional output.
Desk positioning and lighting play a key role in enhancing work performance.

This Simple Boxy Home Conceals Multiple Gardens & A Light-Filled Interior Within - Yanko Design

The Lang House features a space-saving layout with multiple gardens for natural light.
The interior of the home cleverly maximizes space using features like concealed guest quarters and hidden appliances.

Let the Sunshine In: 5 Gorgeous Glass Houses That Make Full Use of Daylight Saving Time

Homeowners are willing to pay millions for glass houses with ample natural light.
Glass houses provide luxury living spaces with unique features like indoor pools and glass bridges.

16 Tips for Beautiful Indoor Natural Light Photography

Window light is a natural and effective way to capture indoor photos.
Spend time evaluating the quality of light from different windows for the best results.

brick residence's sloping roof shields recessed outdoor balcony in toronto

Humber Residence by Batay-Csorba Architects in Toronto's Baby Point neighborhood strategically integrates natural light and maximizes the site's potential.
The design features a unique three-story atrium that provides views of the Humber River and serves as a focal point for the interior.

A Modern California ADU With a Unique Curved Wall of Windows

ADU Carpinteria is a unique and innovative ADU in California designed for sustainable living.
The ADU features a curved wall of windows that flood the interior with natural light and create an open and airy space.

Inside a new $75-million contemporary mansion in Beverly Hills | Hot Property

The home features thin metal bands for privacy and natural light filtration.
The home is contemporary and has a large living space.

13 Kitchen Window Treatment Ideas for Dressing Up Your Cookspace

Kitchen window treatments are a must-have for adding warmth, coziness, privacy, and diffusing natural light in a cookspace.

'light garden' atriums dot all-white wooden shell in japanese residence

Ha Hosaka Hironobu designed an all-white residence in Japan with a minimalist aesthetic, focusing on natural light and privacy while eliminating the typical 'wooden feel'.
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