CONTEMPORIST | Page 40 of 1179 | Contemporist features great ideas from the world of design, architecture, interior design, furniture, lighting, and art

Flowing Arches and Vaults Shape This Modern Home

February 18, 2026

Flowing arches, brick barrel vaults and lime plaster walls define House of Tao. Designed as a continuous monochrome experience, this Goa home unfolds like a sequence of carefully crafted spaces connected by curves.

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The Coastal Dubai Home That Turns Light and Shade Into Architecture

February 18, 2026

Island Villa in Dubai redefines urban coastal living by opening fully to the Arabian Sea while carefully managing privacy, light and climate. Designed by SAOTA with interiors by ARRCC, the home balances transparency with restraint along the constructed shoreline.

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A’ Design Awards & Competition – Last Call for Entries

February 16, 2026

A’ Design Award & Competition is the Worlds’ leading design accolade reaching design enthusiasts around the world, and showcasing award winners from 158 different design disciplines.

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Breaking Away From the Glass Facade: A Smarter Office Design in Nagpur

February 14, 2026

This 14-level office in Nagpur replaces the typical glass facade with layered decks, aluminum louvers, and greenery designed for 48°C summers. A climate-smart approach to modern workplace design.

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Hidden From the Road, This Prefab Home Overlooks Barns, Fields, and Woodlands

February 13, 2026

A low wall of stacked local granite organizes the home and references traditional field stone boundaries. Thermally modified ash cladding, locally sourced wood, concrete, stone, and blackened metal accents create a durable exterior rooted in place.

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This San Francisco Renovation Balances Contemporary Living And Bonsai Craft

February 12, 2026

Previously, living spaces were segmented, cutting off visual connections and natural light. The layout felt constrained by its compartmentalized plan. Now, the living and dining areas unfold within the open upper level. Refinished original oak floors in a deeper tone ground the space, complemented by walnut millwork that adds warmth without overwhelming the volume.

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