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Cliff House

Perched 600 meters above sea level in Japan's Omine mountain range, the Cliff House by architect Masato Sekiya redefines weekend retreats. Designed as a holiday villa for a fishing enthusiast couple, the house cantilevers six meters over a steep slope, blending harmoniously with the surrounding environment. Facing challenges of limited space, Sekiya's solution involved sinking the structure into the ground and extending it over the Ten River. The innovative design, anchored by a reinforced concrete frame, achieves a 6-meter cantilever with a balanced structure. The interior, partitioned for optimal natural light, seamlessly connects to the lush forest and river views. This concrete masterpiece is a harmonious blend of architectural ingenuity and natural splendor.



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HALLOWEEN PRODUCTS

Are you hosting a Halloween party of gothic proportions? With Halloween just a few days away, you still have time to surprise your guests with some cool, fun and creative products and props. Here are just few ideas to get you started, product details and photos after the jump. (list in no particular order)...
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SOMA WATER FILTER

Soma is a beautiful, sustainable water filter that delivers crisp, clean water, minimalist good looks, and a subscription service (the company delivers new filters to your door every two months for only $12.99). This next-generation biodegradable water filter is the only water filter with 100% plant-based filtration, made of coconut shell carbon and plant-based casing that removes chlorine and improves taste. Soma filters are available in packs of two units, or you ...
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OMATA BEACH HOUSE

Designed by Herbst Architects, the beautiful Omata Beach House is located on the coast of Northland, New Zealand, surrounded by steep hills covered in native bush and ancient Pohutukawa trees. The architects had to take into account the geotechnical challenges of the site, including the threat of large rocks being dislodged by seismic activity and slips from high rainfall events. The house is divided into three basic components: living, sleeping, and...
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