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Townhouse Design by David Chipperfield Architects, in Berlin, Germany Posted: 12 Aug 2013 09:43 PM PDT This Townhouse is designed by David Chipperfield Architects, located in Berlin, Germany. Within the tight restrictions of a deep and narrow lot, the house achieves generosity through room height. The qualities of natural light and space are more important than the optimisation of surface area and flexibility. The location of the staircase on the facade, unusual for a townhouse, highlights the significance of the vertical aspect of the project. While from a material point of view, the facade is almost passive, the composition of vertical cuboids with glazed fronts creates depth and a sculptural quality. David Chipperfield Architects has completed the Townhouse O-10 in Berlin. The building is in the new district of 'Friedrichswerder' which is emerging between Werderstraße and Leipziger Straße, Oberwall-, Niederwallstraße and Kurstraße. Historic areas of urban development such as England's noted townhouse settlements of the last two centuries have served as inspiration for the new district.

Wilkinson Public Library by U+B Architecture Posted: 12 Aug 2013 09:43 AM PDT Wilkinson Public Library by U+B Architecture. The restrained exterior underwent a complex public approval process; a Colorado sandstone base, red brick walls, and stone detailing reflect the site’s warehouse district legacy. The Telluride Room Tower, which houses the town’s historic archives and periodical room, is reminiscent of an iconic railroad water tower that was located near the site before being demolished over 20 years ago. [ U+B Architecture ]

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