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Have you been to see The Hobbit yet? J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy novel recently hit theaters, and we just can't get that adorable "hobbit hole" out of our heads! With the cozy in-hill construction and charming craftsmanship of Bag End on our minds, we couldn't help but draw a connection when we came across this unique structure on Inhabitat. The … [Read more...]
Can a massive, low office building be attractive? Facebook's new corporate headquarters, designed by Frank Gehry, is not only the largest open-plan office in the world, it is also quite attractive. A rooftop garden and whimsical forms provide Facebook staffers relief from computer screens. When looking over the plans for the new Facebook office, we couldn't … [Read more...]
Here we are in mid October and the Autumn weather is truly settling in. We all try to resist putting the heat on until November 1st, but sometimes the chill in the air when we wake up in the morning is just too much for our cold little toes. It's time to get the slippers and cozy sweaters on! See if you can wait a few more weeks before you get that … [Read more...]
The hit trend at the World Architecture Festival was indoor-outdoor living in commercial structures. Notable buildings in many nations brought the outdoors in with creative designs. Here is a look at spaces that re-define the relationship between the natural and built environments. Vietnam. Vo Trong Nghia Architects maximized a narrow plot of land with … [Read more...]
A town in Texas turned an abandoned Walmart into a people-friendly, award-winning library. The space serves as a community center and incorporates three great design ideals -- reuse, recycle, and regenerate. The 124,500 square foot space located in McAllen, TX, was broken down into smaller areas that feel more comfortable for the library … [Read more...]
It is a pleasure for us to have our portfolio on RISD's website. Leslie Saul earned her Bachelor's of Architecture, Fine Arts and Architecture at Rhode Island School of Design and enjoys her continued involvement with the college. The portfolio covers the range of our work, covering various design disciplines. Academic projects. Our university … [Read more...]
It's well known that more and more people are choosing to build or buy green homes, focusing on energy efficiency, sustainable materials, and the environmental impact of the home's design and construction. But according to recent reports, green building labels are also a huge success in the multi-family housing industry. In a recent post, Dan Probst of … [Read more...]
Cambridge design fans, don't miss out on Das Haus Tour! The German engineering showcase/traveling pavilion is here in Cambridge on its North American tour, providing an inside look at some impressive German innovations in home construction and solar energy. These advanced technologies offer a vision of sustainable construction and energy savings, so if you … [Read more...]
At Leslie Saul & Associates, we are not only LEED Accredited Professionals, but our Boston architecture firm is also a member of the US Green Building Council. We are committed to bringing great design together with sustainable, environmentally friendly techniques, so we always keep an eye on the latest green building products and … [Read more...]
The International Contemporary Furniture Fair is always a great place for inspiration and a look at what's hot in the design world. If you weren't able to attend, don't worry- you can still check out Architectural Record's recap of the ICFF highlights. Take a look at a few of our favorites … [Read more...]
Earth Day will be here before you know it. How are you going to celebrate? There are many ways to go green, both large and small, so don't be intimidated if it seems like a lot to take in. Even making just one small change- say, replacing your old inefficient bulbs with new LED or CFL bulbs- can be a first step on the road to a more … [Read more...]
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