Archive for March, 2013

Dedece celebrates Alex Popov Q & A @ dedece

Dedece celebrates Alex Popov Q & A @ dedece

The third in the series of ” Vola Q & A Celebrates ” was held at dedece Sydney on Wed 13th March, 2013

The previous renowned Australian architects celebrated by Vola and dedece were Glen Murcutt and Kerry Hill. This time it was Alex Popovs’ turn to be roundly honoured

The Opera House Project

The Opera House Project

The Sydney Opera House is a masterpiece of late modern architecture. Internationally admired and proudly treasured by the people of Australia.

This iconic building was the profound vision of Danish architect Jørn Utzon.

“There are no truths in architecture. !

Architects must take their own position in respect of which architectural doctrine they will fight for and defend”

- Alvar Aalto -

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2012 WMF / Knoll Modernism Prize winner

2012 WMF / Knoll Modernism Prize winner

Completed between 1956-1958, the cluster-style architecture of Hizuchi Elementary School represents a hybrid of modernism and traditionalism.

Modernist features such as the rational spatial design, use of dual facade windows, and a long glass exterior hallway that connected the entire school, are juxtaposed with the use of a traditional Japanese material: wood, in the construction

Tom Dixon Special Dinner @ Dedece Sydney

Tom Dixon Special Dinner @ Dedece Sydney

After a whirlwind tour of Asia, Tom Dixon landed in Sydney ready to “entertain invited colleagues of dedece” and to particpate in the now legendary, informal yet informative “dedece Q & A” dinner format

“Furniture for Everyman” Eero Saarinen

“Furniture for Everyman” Eero Saarinen

Eero Saarinen: Furniture for Everyman is the first monograph to focus exclusively on his furniture designs.

A self-declared “form-giver,” his furniture, like his architecture, is characterized by its sleek and expressive forms

Kettal 2013 Catalogue

Kettal 2013 Catalogue

To design spaces that fit in with their surroundings and outdoor experiences, Kettal combines materials, manufacturing techniques, colours and styles.

Outdoor designs are so sophisticated in styles, textures, and proportions, they are increasingly considered for interior

“Architecture is merely a container after all, and that is okay”

- Masatsune Matsumura (1960) -

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