Light-Weight Concrete

MEXICO

For those who wish to stay above ground there is an innovative method for creating fantastic organic Art Noveau-inspired shapes using light-weight concrete:

Bill and Patti’s Art Noveau house

Tim’s house (terrace)

Tim’s house (kitchen)

Ceiling

Door

Roof

Stairs

Stairs

Pictures from: Flying Concrete
(where you’ll find more inspiring pictures and info)

Now, that’s what I call an improvement of the use of concrete! Viva la Mexico! for breaking out of the concrete box and away from the depressing greyness of regular concrete.

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Roger Dean

UK

Most people probably know Roger Dean as the visionary album cover artist for Yes and other bands, but he has also made some awesome organic architecture designs together with his brother Martyn, and a prototype Home for Life project.

Home for Life (vision)

Dean’s design for child’s bed was the starting point for his organic designs, which are based on how a room feels. Very important aspect, all too often overlooked for more practical and economic priorities. This bedroom is an example of “compassionate design” by creating a feeling of snug safety, and was arrived at by taking the time to ask children about their preferences (read more here).

Child’s bedroom

Window

Door

Bathroom

Bathtub

Corridor

Stairs to bedroom

Bedroom