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The Mentogou – A revolutionary Gemstone Eco Valley in China

09 April 201506 June 2018 Michelle from Modern Architecture Concept

The Mentogou – A revolutionary and out-of-this-world Gemstone Eco Valley in China

The “Mentogou” is definitely something you have never seen in your life, and it is simply breath-taking. Located right in the Miaofeng mountainous area, and some 30km west of Beijing. The Mentogou has been slated to be regarded as the new Chinese Ecological Silicon valley . The close proximity of this valley to the heart of Beijing city even makes it closer to the Chinese people who hve seen Beijing as one of the cities with the most challenging city-pollution in the world. The new city of Mentogou will accommodate a number of modern facilities , including some research institutes for modern technological advancement.

The new Mentogou will make an eco-efficient little town for living. What makes the new eco-friendly firm more unique is the fact that the master-plan was drawn by the famous tech company-Eriksson, a Finnish firm , and the classy Architects from Eriksson hope to work in conjunction with Ecological experts from the Eero Paloheimo Eco City Limited to create one of the best little Eco0friendly town in the world .

One of the main objectives of creating the Mentogou is to achieve a very minimal reliance on Carbon, therefore the designers will create something with utmost respect for the environment. The architects also hope to create better water and energy conservation, thereby creating something unique from renewable energy. According to some experts, the Mentogou offers China the best suitable starting point to tackle its environmental pollution challenges.

Employees and visitors to the Mentogou will enjoy some high-grade amenities, and one of the aims of creating the Mentogou is to reduce its environmental impact in the nearest future by replicating even smaller size cities. The Mentogou is a 100sq. km mini city that can conveniently accommodate up to 9 research institutes, a city center as well as a number of companies alongside some residential villages that can accommodate up to 50,000 people. The valley will have its own public transportation, while the siting of buildings will be based on the natural topography of the valley. Some of the plans on the valley will include the production of facilities for water recycling, as well as the re-cycling of the valley’s wastes for boosting Agriculture and several other sustainable projects.

The designers of Mentogou have declared that key lessons have been learnt from other Eco-friendly cities like Huangbaiyu, Dong Tan and Masdar, and the aim is to ensure that Mentogou exceeds the sustainability of these projects . The developers of this city will ensure that housing and jobs are well planned and executed around the city while renewable energy is provided. Neutralization of carbon emissions is one of the most important objective of creating the Mentogou, so also in the reduction in reliance on non-natural renewable energy.

The Mentogou project is awaiting the final approval from the Chinese authorities, once this stage has been overcome, the developers will start soliciting for funds from selected partners and the project will kick-start as soon as possible.

Outstanding architecture of closse residence by Naturehumaine

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Naturehumaine has added some extra staircase into this 1960s model home to transform it into a more stylish modern piece of architecture. The home is a minimalist piece of architecture located in Montreal , Canada, while the new staircase has formed part of the refurbishment to get the house back to reckoning. The old angular shapes have been have been cut off the planks and the partition walls have also been replaced with new staircase that will emphasize some focal point for the new space created. The exterior of the building has been restored, especially with the addition of a new steel roof and dormer created for the bathroom’s upper floor.

The architects of Closse residence have placed new and large glazed patio doors to the building, and that has opened up the south facade . The Internal partitions removed have ensured that newly installed lightning are able to reach every corner of the house. The newly constructed central staircase is made up of rolled steel with other materials such as frosted glass and maple veneer. The kitchen of the closse residence by Naturehumaine have also been refurbished with a number of cool new features; the counter tops has been redesigned and have been cantilevered at 2.4m high above the cabinets, and that provides excellent surfaces for dining, or when you want to transit between cooking and eating.

Several portions of the old Closse residence have been preserved, or restored and such include ; the fireplace, and that has provided great aesthetic appeal on the overall look of the kitchen. The texture of the materials used in the restoration of the fireplace has created some contrasts when compared with the texture of the newly installed elements. The exterior of the building has been repainted, while the old windows have also been replaced. The new and contemporary dormer was added to the roof where the second floor bathrooms are located. The use of some limited pallet designs has created some unity between the old and new elements of this home.

The large gable roof , used in the design of the exterior of this home has made it possible to use a triangle geometry in re-shaping the home. For instance, the new Triangle geometry makes the staircase even more visible from the outside of the home, and it also exposes the relationship between the house and the roof. The new L-shaped Porch, which is sported by some thin black columns at the outer edges works perfectly for the Interior. The brick and Timer walls, and a stone chimney stack all complete the design of the interior of the building.

One of the most amazing things about the new building is that the stair illuminate the dining area, while the main larger dining table sits comfortably in front of a stone wall and a fireplace located right at the corner. There are several panels of mirror located close to the large black framed windows, and these maximize the lightning down the staircase and the basement.

The Most Stylish Houses of This Year

08 April 201506 June 2018 Michelle from Modern Architecture Concept

Top 10 houses in 2015

The old and conventional ways of building houses are fast disappearing and revamped green farm houses are springing up in every parts of the world. Here are some of the best top 10 houses for this year::

The Hilltop traditional courtyard

This is a secluded building that has an elevated position like that of a lookout tower. The building comes with clean volumes with curved recess and partial arch that leads into a living room. This house is one of the best innovative designs in modern times and will definitely remain relevant for a very long time.

The dyed façade wooden house

If you prefer façade houses with glazed doors, then the dyed façade building can be the most suitable house in your rural location. This building comes with identically proportioned apartments with each room door opening into a wonderful landscape. Each room in this building is also connected to another adjacent to it.

The picturesque Alpine building

One of the most fascinating buildings in the snowy environment is the Picturesque Alpine building. The concrete footing on the hillside building is built from the local Pine and Spruce materials. The wooden structure is simple and rough.

The 3-meters wide Imai house in Asia

This house is quite comfortable even though it is 3-meter wide. There are no spaces for corridors, but the interior has some quietly arranged rooms that creates some ample spaces.

The cat-hill barn house

The 18^th century barn house has been rejuvenated and re-styled to meet the modern contemporary setting. With re-adjustments to the internal structure, the cat-hill barn house is made up of oak trusses, and exposed bricks with a concrete floor and stone fire place.

The tribe studio renovated house

The tribe studio renovated house is one of the best top 10 houses in 2015. It features an atrium that allows residents to pull their bicycles out of view. The house provides a sneaky view of of several suspended cycles.

The Bunker pavilion residence

The bunker pavilion house reminds one of a war-time bunker, however this stylish house has a stark interior with some 9-square meter room. It is perfect for an holiday time.

The infinite house

This is an amazing house with great view. It features some “acropolis stone” architecture, with some expansive roof terrace, and an integrated swimming pool. This house is designed from Travertine stones , making it more stylish in design.

The Jellyfish house

The jelly fish is a fascinating fish and having a concrete residence in a jellyfish structure will definitely be stunning and incredible. The jellyfish house is made up of a concrete structure and at the roof is a wonderful swimming pool, that can be seen from the underneath through a glass floor.

The tree-roof house

The tree-roof house is one of the best top 10 houses in 2015 and this house would not have come at a better time than the present moment when everyone is going green. The house is made up of concrete boxes, with trees growing on its roof. This house offers a tropical feel within a city.

Some Styles to Decorate Wedding Chairs

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Bjarke Ingel’s public square which is to be built for Battersea power station has been revealed

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The competition for the design of a new modern public square at the Battersea power station has ended and the winning bid has been revealed. Known as the Malaysian square, this square will form part of the £ 8 billion redevelopment strategy proposed by the Battersea power station managers and it is expected to feature a fountain that has a flower shape, and several bridges linked together.

One of the key components of the Battersea power station has been awarded to Danish architect- Bjarke Ingel, and his part of the design will cover some 17 hectares, according to London Mayor. The space to be designed by Bjarke Ingel will link the pedestrian region of high street through the Electric Boulevard with some other key landmarks. New images of the new design released, show that it will be a two-level canyon, and will inter-connect with several bridges and stairways that are inspired by some Malaysian landscapes.

Materials that will be used in perfecting the new structures will include Limestone, marble, sandstone and Granite. The space within the structure will be guided by Dolomite striations and other components that will be included include; amphitheater that has a five-petal fountain which reminds one of the typical Malaysian hibiscus flower. The new structure will be located right at the foot of the famous Battersea icon, and the new shape has been inspired by numerous human flows that create some stunning cascading shape into the streets.

The new project by Bjarke Ingel is seen as a cultural expression of sort, it shows clearly the bias the architect has for Malaysian beauty. The project has also revealed that landscape, architecture and urbanization can be fused together to create the most stunning structures. The new Malaysian design has complimented London’s industrial heritage to a certain degree, and it is believed that the project will open up new opportunities , especially in the creating of several housing projects.

The project being handled by the famous Danish architectural firm- BIG is expected to change completely, the outlook of Miscellaneous street in London, there will be new bright coloured carpets of grass alongside brightly coloured seats in and around adjoining parks. The BIG architects are also considering making use of different diagrams as tools in accomplishing the new big task ahead.

The Battersea council has witnessed tremendous developments over the years , however the new developments are coming at a cost , most especially with expensive properties springing up in nearby areas. Many experts are of the opinion that the new Canyons on Battersea are obstructing some views around the landmark, while others seem to be discontent with the proposed high street pedestrian bridge , which they see as unnecessary. There are several criticisms that has greeted the newly proposed structures and it appears as if the Battersea council authorities will have their hands full when the proposed structures finally get underway . The Battersea council believe that the new public square will transform the entire region into a paradise of sort.