Massachusetts Tudor Marries Traditional, Contemporary

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Massachusetts Tudor Marries Traditional, Contemporary Posted: 22 Nov 2015 12:00 AM PST The Newton Tudor home, built in 1932, was renovated by Hacin and Associates. The Tudor in Newton, Mass., encompassing 3,608 square feet, was reimagined from a traditional home into a more open, informal layout for a young family transitioning from the city to the suburbs. "The project included a full architectural renovation throughout this four-bedroom home, as well as the design of all interior finishes, furniture and fixtures,” the architects say. “Rooms in the renovated home open directly to one another, providing long visual and physical connections accentuated by the use of natural materials that echo throughout the house. “The colors and material choices were based on a study of traditional Tudor architecture and design; furnishings, carpet and decorative lighting were chosen with an emphasis on visible craft and casual family comfort, giving a contemporary feel to the house while respecting its original historic-revival identity.” “Repetition, reinterpretation and an emphasis on natural materials and handmade features inform the integrated architectural and interior design concept," they continue. Those features combine to embrace the warm feeling of home in this Massachusetts Tudor. And that ceiling above the dining room could easily fit in our list of 30 ceiling design ideas to inspire your next home makeover, don’t you think? [Photos by Michael Stavaridis] The post Massachusetts Tudor Marries Traditional, Contemporary appeared first on Freshome.com.

Portuguese, Japanese Aesthetics Meet in Lisbon Restaurant Posted: 21 Nov 2015 08:00 AM PST Studio Yaroslav Galant completed the design of Hanaya, a Japanese restaurant and sushi bar in Lisbon, Portugal. The eclectic concept was inspired by the owners’ travels across Portugal and their interest in Japanese culture. References to traditional Portuguese aesthetics merge with the principles of Japanese philosophy. For example, the stone “lace” from the Monserrate Palace in Sintra became a prototype for the stamped wall. The bar’s metal facade repeats drawings of a typical Portuguese tile and is reminiscent of fish scales. Simplicity and understatement, common to Japanese aesthetics, infuse the room. Metal fittings adorn the wine bar, while flowerpots add a rustic feel. An unexpected wooden fragment of an ancient Portuguese mill adds character to an otherwise common corner. Communicating with the customers in more than one language, this eclectic Lisbon restaurant will surely become a major attraction for tourists and locals alike. What do you think of the design? [Photos and information provided by Yaroslav Galant] The post Portuguese, Japanese Aesthetics Meet in Lisbon Restaurant appeared first on Freshome.com.

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