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#microplastic-pollution

A Fresh Coat With a Hidden Cost-The Microplastics We're Adding with Every Brushstroke

Construction paint is a significant source of microplastic pollution, affecting ecosystems and human health.

New bioplastic doesn't create cancer-causing microplastics

Bioplastic from algae degrades faster in landfills compared to traditional plastic.
Researchers are working on making cell phone cases from bioplastics.

A Fresh Coat With a Hidden Cost-The Microplastics We're Adding with Every Brushstroke

Construction paint is a significant source of microplastic pollution, affecting ecosystems and human health.

New bioplastic doesn't create cancer-causing microplastics

Bioplastic from algae degrades faster in landfills compared to traditional plastic.
Researchers are working on making cell phone cases from bioplastics.
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#architecture

Park House / Paulo Martins

The Park House integrates modern design with historical preservation, creating a unique living space that honors its Art Nouveau roots.

SVRN San Francisco / WGNB

The SVRN store design merges brand identity with location, offering a unique customer experience through architectural integration and accessibility.

Casa Carceller / Quadrat Estudio

The house design blends heritage architecture with modern living, focusing on privacy, light, and efficient use of space.

archive auto by PHTAA unfolds angled mesh panel facade in bangkok

The PHTAA renovation creates a multi-use automotive hub combining services and a coffee shop, enhancing utility, aesthetics, and customer experience.

Exploring the Impact of Technowood in Different Architectural Typologies

Technowood offers a durable, low-maintenance alternative to solid wood while preserving its aesthetic qualities.

Between the Mango Trees Residence / Enviarch Studio

The residence in Shoolagiri is designed to blend harmoniously with nature while promoting sensory experiences and privacy.

Park House / Paulo Martins

The Park House integrates modern design with historical preservation, creating a unique living space that honors its Art Nouveau roots.

SVRN San Francisco / WGNB

The SVRN store design merges brand identity with location, offering a unique customer experience through architectural integration and accessibility.

Casa Carceller / Quadrat Estudio

The house design blends heritage architecture with modern living, focusing on privacy, light, and efficient use of space.

archive auto by PHTAA unfolds angled mesh panel facade in bangkok

The PHTAA renovation creates a multi-use automotive hub combining services and a coffee shop, enhancing utility, aesthetics, and customer experience.

Exploring the Impact of Technowood in Different Architectural Typologies

Technowood offers a durable, low-maintenance alternative to solid wood while preserving its aesthetic qualities.

Between the Mango Trees Residence / Enviarch Studio

The residence in Shoolagiri is designed to blend harmoniously with nature while promoting sensory experiences and privacy.
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#environmental-impact

An engineered enzyme embedded into PLA to make self-biodegradable plastic - Nature

Shifting to biodegradable plastics is crucial for waste management.

This marble-like building material looks out of this world. It's actually auto industry waste plastic

Post Rock is a recycled plastic building material aimed at reducing the carbon footprint and reusing waste from the auto industry.

'Living' Shoe thrives and feeds like plants, could help footwear industry minimize environmental impact - Yanko Design

Shoe production emits significant carbon dioxide; new living material concept aims to reduce environmental impact.

'knock on wood' furniture series recombines organic lignin with cellulose found on trees

Basse Stittgen's 'Knock on Wood' highlights the sustainable potential of lignin and cellulose, aiming to reconnect industrial production with nature.

Naturbeads raises 9.3M to tackle microplastic pollution - Silicon Canals

Naturbeads secures £7.8M funding to develop biodegradable cellulose alternatives to combat microplastic pollution. They focus on eco-friendly solutions for daily products.

An engineered enzyme embedded into PLA to make self-biodegradable plastic - Nature

Shifting to biodegradable plastics is crucial for waste management.

This marble-like building material looks out of this world. It's actually auto industry waste plastic

Post Rock is a recycled plastic building material aimed at reducing the carbon footprint and reusing waste from the auto industry.

'Living' Shoe thrives and feeds like plants, could help footwear industry minimize environmental impact - Yanko Design

Shoe production emits significant carbon dioxide; new living material concept aims to reduce environmental impact.

'knock on wood' furniture series recombines organic lignin with cellulose found on trees

Basse Stittgen's 'Knock on Wood' highlights the sustainable potential of lignin and cellulose, aiming to reconnect industrial production with nature.

Naturbeads raises 9.3M to tackle microplastic pollution - Silicon Canals

Naturbeads secures £7.8M funding to develop biodegradable cellulose alternatives to combat microplastic pollution. They focus on eco-friendly solutions for daily products.
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#interior-design

Trend Alert: 9 Rooms Heralding the Return of the 1970s Seagrass Mat - Remodelista

Seagrass matting is regaining popularity due to its sustainable, affordable, and customizable features, appealing to modern design sensibilities.

Limewash Paint

Limewash is an ancient, environmentally friendly paint that enhances wall texture and luminosity while improving indoor air quality.

Reviving Rattan: A Contemporary Take on Classic Style - Yanko Design

Rattan is experiencing a revival in interior design, bringing a tropical aesthetic and sustainable benefits to home decor.

Cosentino x Modular Tables by Justine Kegels Are Solid Design

The new table collection by Silestone and Modular celebrates innovative design by integrating lighting and high-quality materials, embodying both luxury and function.

estudio ana marti revitalizes old home in mediterranean village with walnut interventions

Estudio Ana Martí transforms a traditional home into a contemporary family space using walnut wood to preserve history while enhancing modern aesthetics.

double-level foyer puts modern twist on traditional japanese doma in house in itama

The renovation by coil Kazuteru Matumura Architects creates a modern family home while preserving traditional Japanese architectural elements.

Trend Alert: 9 Rooms Heralding the Return of the 1970s Seagrass Mat - Remodelista

Seagrass matting is regaining popularity due to its sustainable, affordable, and customizable features, appealing to modern design sensibilities.

Limewash Paint

Limewash is an ancient, environmentally friendly paint that enhances wall texture and luminosity while improving indoor air quality.

Reviving Rattan: A Contemporary Take on Classic Style - Yanko Design

Rattan is experiencing a revival in interior design, bringing a tropical aesthetic and sustainable benefits to home decor.

Cosentino x Modular Tables by Justine Kegels Are Solid Design

The new table collection by Silestone and Modular celebrates innovative design by integrating lighting and high-quality materials, embodying both luxury and function.

estudio ana marti revitalizes old home in mediterranean village with walnut interventions

Estudio Ana Martí transforms a traditional home into a contemporary family space using walnut wood to preserve history while enhancing modern aesthetics.

double-level foyer puts modern twist on traditional japanese doma in house in itama

The renovation by coil Kazuteru Matumura Architects creates a modern family home while preserving traditional Japanese architectural elements.
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iris ceramica recreates british lakeland's ancient rock formations in 'victorian stone' surfaces

Iris Ceramica's Victorian Stone blends advanced technology with nature-inspired designs, offering sustainable ceramic surfaces for modern spaces.
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First Satellite Made of Wood Is Launched Into Space

A Japanese team has launched a satellite made of wood, potentially revolutionizing space engineering and the use of sustainable materials in space.

Marin Arts & Crafts Show 2024 (Nov. 1-3)

Celebration of handcrafted artistry with over 200 exhibitors during the Marin Arts & Crafts Show this November.
Experience a blend of shopping, workshops, wine tasting, and live music at the event.
Emphasis on traditional craftsmanship and sustainable materials reflecting the Arts & Crafts movement.
#modular-furniture

Design Forward: 7 Cutting-Edge Modular Furniture Trends of 2024 - Yanko Design

Modular furniture is trending in 2024 for its versatility and practicality, especially in compact urban living spaces.

This mathematical equation-inspired flatpack table has an integrated vinyl player and wireless charger - Yanko Design

The DTable design offers innovative functionality while being eco-friendly and adaptable to modern living spaces.

This Crescent Chair for Kids Eclipses the Rest of the Room

Kids' spaces should balance fun, functionality, and style, minimizing frequent updates.
Wigiwama's Moon Chair encourages creativity in children while being aesthetically pleasing for parents.

Design Forward: 7 Cutting-Edge Modular Furniture Trends of 2024 - Yanko Design

Modular furniture is trending in 2024 for its versatility and practicality, especially in compact urban living spaces.

This mathematical equation-inspired flatpack table has an integrated vinyl player and wireless charger - Yanko Design

The DTable design offers innovative functionality while being eco-friendly and adaptable to modern living spaces.

This Crescent Chair for Kids Eclipses the Rest of the Room

Kids' spaces should balance fun, functionality, and style, minimizing frequent updates.
Wigiwama's Moon Chair encourages creativity in children while being aesthetically pleasing for parents.
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#venture-capital

Climate tech investment roars back with an $8.1B start to 2024 | TechCrunch

Climate tech startups raised $8.1 billion in Q1, near record amounts, indicating sector resilience and investor interest.

Italy's BeDimensional secures 20M from EIB to produce graphene and other 2D materials: Exclusive interview with CEO Vittorio Pellegrini - Silicon Canals

BeDimensional has secured €20M in venture debt from the EIB to enhance the production of Few-Layer Graphene and Hexagonal Boron Nitride.

Climate tech investment roars back with an $8.1B start to 2024 | TechCrunch

Climate tech startups raised $8.1 billion in Q1, near record amounts, indicating sector resilience and investor interest.

Italy's BeDimensional secures 20M from EIB to produce graphene and other 2D materials: Exclusive interview with CEO Vittorio Pellegrini - Silicon Canals

BeDimensional has secured €20M in venture debt from the EIB to enhance the production of Few-Layer Graphene and Hexagonal Boron Nitride.
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#running-shoes

Avoid the Wrong Shoes: Stick to These 9 Running Shoe Brands

Choosing the right running shoe is essential for performance and injury prevention, along with considering ethical production.

adidas adizero SL 2 Review

The Adidas Adizero SL2 is a lightweight neutral-cushioned daily trainer with just enough cushioning for a fast running experience.

Avoid the Wrong Shoes: Stick to These 9 Running Shoe Brands

Choosing the right running shoe is essential for performance and injury prevention, along with considering ethical production.

adidas adizero SL 2 Review

The Adidas Adizero SL2 is a lightweight neutral-cushioned daily trainer with just enough cushioning for a fast running experience.
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#minimalist-design

No Shoes, No Phones Allowed at This Brooklyn Shop

Baserange is launching its first collection of home goods, focusing on comfort and adaptability in its design ethos.

This clever laptop sleeve solved my biggest issue with working remotely

The Moft sleeve is a multifunctional laptop accessory designed for hybrid workers, offering portability and ergonomic support.

Geometric chair concept almost looks like an Escherian optical illusion - Yanko Design

The Euclid chair concept combines minimalist design with sustainable materials and unique joinery techniques.

No Shoes, No Phones Allowed at This Brooklyn Shop

Baserange is launching its first collection of home goods, focusing on comfort and adaptability in its design ethos.

This clever laptop sleeve solved my biggest issue with working remotely

The Moft sleeve is a multifunctional laptop accessory designed for hybrid workers, offering portability and ergonomic support.

Geometric chair concept almost looks like an Escherian optical illusion - Yanko Design

The Euclid chair concept combines minimalist design with sustainable materials and unique joinery techniques.
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#carbon-footprint-reduction

These New Biomaterials Can Help Decarbonize Fashion and Construction

The Exploring Jacket uses bacteria for its dyes, exemplifying biodesign's potential in creating sustainable, eco-friendly products.

Saucony Triumph RFG Review

The Saucony Triumph RFG is a sustainable long-distance running shoe
The shoe offers soft cushioning and a bouncy feel for a comfortable running experience

These New Biomaterials Can Help Decarbonize Fashion and Construction

The Exploring Jacket uses bacteria for its dyes, exemplifying biodesign's potential in creating sustainable, eco-friendly products.

Saucony Triumph RFG Review

The Saucony Triumph RFG is a sustainable long-distance running shoe
The shoe offers soft cushioning and a bouncy feel for a comfortable running experience
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#architectural-design

From Paper Tube Shelters to Timber Innovations: Shigeru Ban's Complete Works Explored by Philip Jodidio for Taschen

Shigeru Ban focuses on socially responsible design, disaster response, and innovative use of materials in his architecture.

Xuan Lan Yoga Factory / Cosy Barcelona

The Xuan Lan Yoga Factory merges industrial design with elements that engage the senses and promote professional yoga practices.

From Paper Tube Shelters to Timber Innovations: Shigeru Ban's Complete Works Explored by Philip Jodidio for Taschen

Shigeru Ban focuses on socially responsible design, disaster response, and innovative use of materials in his architecture.

Xuan Lan Yoga Factory / Cosy Barcelona

The Xuan Lan Yoga Factory merges industrial design with elements that engage the senses and promote professional yoga practices.
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1 month ago

Steal This Look: A Bath in Green Lava Stone in the Cotswolds - Remodelista

Enameled lava stone is a durable, customizable material gaining popularity in bathroom designs.
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pedrali captures mediterranean flair in its contemporary outdoor furniture

Pedrali harmonizes outdoor furniture with Mediterranean landscapes for an elegant outdoor living experience.

Snhetta Creates An Innovative & Compostable Light Made From Hemp - Yanko Design

Innovative office lamp made from hemp and sugarcane bioplastic
Efforts to lower carbon footprint and use sustainable materials

inside thinking mu rosello: a terracotta oasis for barcelona by designer isern serra

Transparency and sustainability central to Thinking Mu's design

Sustainable and minimalist desk tray collection lets you mix and match to your needs - Yanko Design

Desk trays come in various designs, some using sustainable materials, allowing for customization and versatility in usage.

pedrali captures mediterranean flair in its contemporary outdoor furniture

Pedrali harmonizes outdoor furniture with Mediterranean landscapes for an elegant outdoor living experience.

Snhetta Creates An Innovative & Compostable Light Made From Hemp - Yanko Design

Innovative office lamp made from hemp and sugarcane bioplastic
Efforts to lower carbon footprint and use sustainable materials

inside thinking mu rosello: a terracotta oasis for barcelona by designer isern serra

Transparency and sustainability central to Thinking Mu's design

Sustainable and minimalist desk tray collection lets you mix and match to your needs - Yanko Design

Desk trays come in various designs, some using sustainable materials, allowing for customization and versatility in usage.
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#furniture-design

Sustainable 3D printed chair needs no glue or screws to connect its pieces - Yanko Design

Flat-packed furniture designs are often bland and cumbersome, despite their ease of assembly.
3D printing enables innovative and sustainable furniture designs that are easy to assemble and disassemble.

The Shanti Chair Adds a Layer of Privacy to the Workspace

The Shanti Chair enhances workplace tranquility and privacy through thoughtful design and sustainable materials.

10 Best Stools Designs To Add To Your Home ASAP - Yanko Design

Stools are compact and a great space-saving option for modern homes.
These stool designs are not only functional but also made from sustainable materials.

Sustainable 3D printed chair needs no glue or screws to connect its pieces - Yanko Design

Flat-packed furniture designs are often bland and cumbersome, despite their ease of assembly.
3D printing enables innovative and sustainable furniture designs that are easy to assemble and disassemble.

The Shanti Chair Adds a Layer of Privacy to the Workspace

The Shanti Chair enhances workplace tranquility and privacy through thoughtful design and sustainable materials.

10 Best Stools Designs To Add To Your Home ASAP - Yanko Design

Stools are compact and a great space-saving option for modern homes.
These stool designs are not only functional but also made from sustainable materials.
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2 months ago

3 IPO's I Would Love To See Other Than Lego

Lego continues to show strong financial results, indicating resilience in a challenging consumer market.

The Tela Suitcase: A Blank Canvas for Your Travel Stories

Travelers can personalize Tela suitcases with stickers to make them distinct and memorable, enhancing the travel experience.
#natural-light

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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old shampoo bottles and clothes pegs are revived as artfully designed toys by floris hover

Floris Hovers creates playful design objects for IKONIC to merge functionality with whimsy and elevate everyday moments.

this is briket, a recyclable stool made entirely from potatoes and sawdust

Renaud Defrancesco created Briket, a recyclable stool from potato and sawdust scraps, showcasing raw materiality and functionality at Salone del Mobile 2024.

This Paint Could Clean Both Itself and the Air

Special paint utilizing titanium oxide nanoparticles can clean itself and remove pollutants from the air, potentially reducing discoloration and improving air quality.
#electric-vehicles

This former Tesla engineer designed a battery that could make a $25K EV possible

Lithium-ion battery prices dropped 90% since 2008, leading to EV price parity. Bedrock Materials startup aims to make $25K Tesla feasible with sodium-ion batteries.

AI-powered EV batteries: The next welcome change

AI in battery development can accelerate the process, reduce costs, and contribute to sustainable materials for electric vehicles.

This former Tesla engineer designed a battery that could make a $25K EV possible

Lithium-ion battery prices dropped 90% since 2008, leading to EV price parity. Bedrock Materials startup aims to make $25K Tesla feasible with sodium-ion batteries.

AI-powered EV batteries: The next welcome change

AI in battery development can accelerate the process, reduce costs, and contribute to sustainable materials for electric vehicles.
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Sparking Change Addresses Circularity + Decarbonization

Sparking Change installation at Milan Design Week embodies circularity and decarbonization through innovative technology and sustainable materials.

7 Designers Exhibit Recycled Aluminum Objects in 100R

Aluminum scrap turns into design objects at Milan Design Week using Hydro CIRCAL 100R, showcasing sustainability and innovation.

AI-powered EV batteries: The next welcome change

AI is revolutionizing EV battery development, accelerating the process, reducing costs, and aiding in the creation of sustainable materials.

We love: fashion fixes for the week ahead in pictures

Fashion collaborations blending traditional craftsmanship with modern designs.

SASA Works Sustainable Retreat Outbuilding Studio and Office in Cornwall

SASA Works creates healing and creative spaces through elemental buildings using traditional techniques and sustainable materials.

kengo kuma turns wood and clay into offshore red sea villas in saudi arabia

The Ummahat AlShaykh island project in Saudi Arabia focuses on a site-specific, environmentally conscious design approach.
The architecture of the project integrates harmoniously with the natural landscape, utilizing materials like wood and clay plaster for sustainability.
#3d-printing

ohhio transforms anna marinenko's super chunky knits into colorful 3D printed lamps

3D printing technology reimagines Anna Marinenko's super chunky knits in customizable lamp designs.

Aectual 3D Printed Wood Screens Even Smell Like Real Wood

3D printing technology has advanced to create wood-like textures and hues for architectural applications.
Aectual's 3D Printed Wood offers a sustainable option through the use of wood waste and vegetable fiber for a circular lifecycle.

ohhio transforms anna marinenko's super chunky knits into colorful 3D printed lamps

3D printing technology reimagines Anna Marinenko's super chunky knits in customizable lamp designs.

Aectual 3D Printed Wood Screens Even Smell Like Real Wood

3D printing technology has advanced to create wood-like textures and hues for architectural applications.
Aectual's 3D Printed Wood offers a sustainable option through the use of wood waste and vegetable fiber for a circular lifecycle.
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The Czech Republic Euro 2024 away kit is out, but the design is uninspiring

The Czech Republic Euro 2024 away kit is understated compared to other Puma designs.
The Czech Republic away kit pays tribute to the jersey worn at Euro 2004 but lacks visible lion emblems.

This startup taps quantum, AI to fast-track discovery of new materials

Quantum tech, AI, and physics simulations are speeding up the discovery of sustainable materials for green technologies.
Quantistry's cloud-based platform automates material discovery through simulation, attracting significant funding for further development.
#compact-living

Compact Tiny Home Maximizes Space With Four Equally-Proportioned Living Areas & Clever Layout - Yanko Design

MM01 tiny home designed for two people for holiday and outdoor activities in Austria.

Baluchon Fits An Entire Tiny Home On One Level To Save Space - Yanko Design

The Eucalyptus tiny home by Baluchon features a unique single-level design without a loft-style bedroom, providing more space than typical models.
The tiny home is crafted with sustainable materials such as red cedar, spruce frame, and insulation made from linen, hemp, and recycled cotton for eco-friendly living.

Compact Tiny Home Maximizes Space With Four Equally-Proportioned Living Areas & Clever Layout - Yanko Design

MM01 tiny home designed for two people for holiday and outdoor activities in Austria.

Baluchon Fits An Entire Tiny Home On One Level To Save Space - Yanko Design

The Eucalyptus tiny home by Baluchon features a unique single-level design without a loft-style bedroom, providing more space than typical models.
The tiny home is crafted with sustainable materials such as red cedar, spruce frame, and insulation made from linen, hemp, and recycled cotton for eco-friendly living.
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"H" is the Mark for Honda's Two New Zero EV Series Concepts

Honda has unveiled two all-electric concept models at CES 2024, marking its entrance into the EV market.
The concept models include an aerodynamic flagship model with automatic posture control seating and a spacious people mover with sustainable materials and a human-machine interface.

Oloid Is a Sustainable Acoustic Luminaire With Character

Oloïd is a luminaire that combines high-performance acoustic absorption with intuitive design.
The lighting features ARCHISONIC® Felt, a versatile material made from upcycled PET bottles, promoting sustainability and responsible material sourcing.

ProbaPaws Is A Collection Of Wearables & Accessories That Can Be Used By Your Pet & You - Yanko Design

ProbaPaws is a collection of wearables and accessories designed by Alex Proba for pets and their owners.
The collection features colorful and quirky products made from sustainable materials, including dog beds, rugs, bandanas, and bowls.
The collection also includes dog tags that can be personalized with your pet's information and worn as charms.

Timber House Parking / Vilhelm Lauritzen Architects

Showcasing parking as an art form through innovative design.

modular cabins and saunas by elmntl allow user customization and flexible installation

Elmntl offers over 1000 customizable cabin options

The Dice Design System Promises Play in Perpetuity

The Dice design system by Lyon Béton integrates Bauhaus utility with Brutalist material honesty, offering modular and sustainable concrete furnishings for versatile interior configurations.

shipping containers shape see-through prefabricated residence in thai forest

Repurposed shipping containers used creatively in Thai weekend getaway home.
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