Lacking the means of aristocrats, these craftsmen scooped up the leftovers and used them to make floors and terraces in their own homes (‘terrazzo’ is Italian for terrace). They would level their ...

A sparkling finish only further makes this beautiful flooring shine, but how do you clean a terrazzo floor to keep it in tip-top shape? From using the right tools to avoiding waxes and chemical ...

Paris-based architectural and interior design practice Atelier du Pont created a very beautiful reimagining of a Hausmann-era apartment in Paris' second arrondissement on Rue Etienne Marcel. It ...

Selecting materials for an architectural project is an art form in itself. From the ruggedness of stone to the transparency of glass, materials and their unique qualities can set the tone, influence ...

Though it’s already evident that 3D printing has the potential to revolutionize the landscape of architecture and design, its full capabilities have yet to be explored. That’s what led some of the ...

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