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Luxurious Southern Ocean Lodge

designgid team — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 19:32:14 +0000

Behold the luxurious Southern Ocean Lodge, designed by Max Pritchard Architect on Kangaroo Island in South Australia. Floating atop a secluded cliff on a rugged stretch of coast, the architecture has a close relationship with the dramatic locale. The Main Lodge is tucked back into forty meter high cliffs, with large sweeping window walls capturing the expansive views of the wild Southern Ocean and wilderness. A strong sculptural element is the two hundred meter long wall of Kangaroo Island Limestone weaving from a covered entrance, through the largely untouched bush and into the Main Lodge. Located at Hanson bay on the Island’s south west coast, the Lodge site adjoins both the Flinders Chase and Cape Bouguer / Kelly Hill National Parks. The guest suites are constructed of lightweight materials that could be carried in, minimizing site disturbance. Foundations are steel screw piles, framing is timber and flooring is recycled timber and stone.

Airplane Hotel in the Netherlands For high fliers

designgid team — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:41:22 +0000

To those who have been in deep love with air travel, the Airplane Hotel at the Teuge Airport in Netherlands seems quite attractive. The luxury hotel is transformed from a Cold War-era East German Airplane but features something new and modern. A vintage four-engine plane that’s been converted into a luxurious five-star hotel, it boasts a whirlpool, sauna, bar, kitchen, flat-screen televisions, wireless Internet – and it doesn’t even leave the ground.

Luxurious Residence in Noe Valley

designgid team — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 07:42:54 +0000

This brand new, luxurious residence in Noe Valley, San Francisco replaces an inefficient 800 sq ft shack on Hoffman Avenue. Designed and built by SF–based Group 41, the ‘H House’ is a model of modern architecture. The home incorporates thoughtful sustainable design elements. For instance, the beautiful flooring and cabinetry are made from pressed timber scraps and recycled sawdust. Up to 20% fly ash was used in the concrete mix. Efficiency was also a high priority. The home boasts a 97% energy-efficient HVAC system with radiant floor heating, as well as LED lighting, and an on-demand hot water system. Solar panels could be easily added by the new owners, as the house is solar system ready with conduits and a roof membrane already built in. This home exudes sustainable and luxurious design.

Interior View of Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai

designgid team — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:32:17 +0000

The Burj Al Arab, considered one of the world’s best hotels is located on its own island about 1,000 feet offshore from Dubai. Burj al-Arab has the most luxurious interior imaginable as well. Khuan Chew, Design Principal of KCA International was responsible for the interior design. The most expensive materials were used throughout the building. There is no exact data about the cost of the hotel, but rumors say that the return of investment could be 100 years, although the nights at Burj al-Arab start at $1000. The Royal Suite costs $28000 per night.

Overflow Bathtubs from Kasch

designgid team — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 09:02:20 +0000

Designed with simple shapes and inspired by the sound of nature, the overflow bathtubs from KASCH are characterized by a refined abundance of style. Available in round, oval or rectangular, these tubs are firmly grounded into the floor to create a subtle fit in your home environment. With wood, pebbles and glass accents, the luxurious and relaxing appeal is enhanced by the overflowing water that makes you feel like bathing just beneath a waterfall. Just the mere sight of the elegant tubs and it makes us want to take a dip.