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Embassy Gardens Sky Pool

Plans have been unveiled this week for an impressive sky pool spanning between two residential buildings in Londons Nine Elms Quarter, Battersea, a project that will undoubtedly push the boundaries in the capability of construction and engineering. The mind-blowing glass-bottomed swimming pool will bridge (115 ft in the air) two apartment buildings of Embassy Gardens and will be 90 feet long, 19 feet wide and nearly 10 feet deep, allowing residents to enjoy a swimming "over the air" experience and take in stunning views of London while doing some laps.



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WHISTLING WIND ISLAND COTTAGE - Image

WHISTLING WIND ISLAND COTTAGE

Whistling Wind Island Cottage, located in Pointe Au Baril, Ontario, is a stunning retreat designed by Akb Architects. This unique property sits on a one-acre island, characterized by its striking asymmetrical rooflines inspired by the surrounding archipelago. Clad in rustic Western red cedar shakes, the buildings blend seamlessly with the exposed Precambrian bedrock, reflecting the natural beauty of the Georgian Bay landscape. The main cottage, al...
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OPAL LAKE CABIN

Designed by Opal Architecture, this lakeside gem combines innovative wooden design with exceptional sustainability. Located in the picturesque rural Northwest Connecticut, this remarkable home showcases the perfect blend of cross-laminated timber (CLT) and wood fiber insulation, achieving an impressive level of energy efficiency. By utilizing wood as the primary building material, Opal Architecture emphasizes its sustainability and minimal environmental impact. ...
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CAN GARROVER HOUSE

Spanish architecture studio Bonba were captivated by this wonderful space, Can Garrover is a stunning structure with more than a century of history, an old theater located in Sineu, Spain, which had deteriorated over the years because it had been abandoned. The idea was to renovate the structure into a single-family residence while retaining its original essence as a theater. The first-floor ended up being the centerpiece of the remodeling plan, it provides a stunni...
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