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This article was originally published on Common Edge.

Fellow architects, can we talk? This is gonna hurt, but it needs saying. Were I a poet, I’d write, The end is nigh, and we are why. I’m no bard, though, so I’ll put it this way: Most of us suspect anthropogenic climate change will lead to civilization’s end. Some architects deny the science (“The climate is always changing!”), while others ignore the obvious (denial is a good coping mechanism), but buried within the folds of all angst-addled designer brains lies the fear that today’s toddlers could be the last of us.

I’ll pause here to let the weight of that thought depress you.

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© S. Chalmeau

• Architects: a/LTA
  
• Location: Le Haut Quincé, Rennes, France
  
• Category: Mixed Use Architecture
  
• Area: 8350.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2018
  
• Photographs: S. Chalmeau
  

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© BoysPlayNice

• Architects: CMC architects
  
• Location: Prague, Czech Republic
  
• Category: Loft
  
• Lead Architects: Vít Máslo, David R. Chisholm
  
• Design Team: Evžen Dub, Gabriela Sekyrová, Nela Niederle
  
• Area: 120.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2019
  
• Photographs: BoysPlayNice
  

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© Ketsiree Wongwan

• Architects: HOLODECK architects
  
• Location: No.14 Soi Nantha-Mozart, Sathorn Soi 1, South Sathorn Road, Khwaeng Thung Maha Mek, Khet Sathon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10120, Thailand
  
• Category: Embassy
  
• Area: 1271.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2017
  
• Photographs: Ketsiree Wongwan
  

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Zone E courtyard and landscape. Image © Xufeng Cui

• Architects: ShanDong Jianzhu University Architectue & Urban Planing Design Institute, The Architecture and Urban Planning (SAU) College of Shandong Jianzhu University
  
• Location: North End of East Campus of Shandong Youth Political College, Jinan City, Shandong, China
  
• Category: Educational Architecture
  
• Design Team: Hui Tong, Bin Zhao, Xiaodongh Li, Shirong Hou, Cong Zhou, Ye Zhang, Yuan Zhou, Li Zhang
  
• Area: 4961.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2018
  
• Photographs: Xufeng Cui
  

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© Jack Lovel

• Architects: DIMPAT
  
• Location: Fitzroy North, Australia
  
• Category: Houses
  
• Area: 285.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2016
  
• Photographs: Jack Lovel
  

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© Yuan Ma

• Architects: TJAD
  
• Location: Science and Technology University of Zhangjiang High-tech Park, Pudong, Shanghai, China
  
• Category: University
  
• Architect In Charge: Wensheng Wang
  
• Architectural Design Team: Huifang Sun, Xi Teng, Zhiming Guo
  
• Area: 46297.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2017
  
• Photographs: Yuan Ma
  

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© Shamanth Patil J

• Architects: Khosla Associates, tsk Design Studio
  
• Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
  
• Category: Offices Interiors
  
• Architecture And Design: Khosla Associates + tsk Design
  
• Architects (Principals): Sandeep Khosla and Amaresh Anand
  
• Architects (Team): Bijetha Bachaspati and Divya Devatha
  
• Project Year: 2018
  
• Photographs: Shamanth Patil J
  

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© David Boyer

• Architects: ISSADESIGN
  
• Location: 8 Place du Commerce #120, Verdun, QC H3E 1N3, Canada
  
• Category: Offices Interiors
  
• Area: 207.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2019
  
• Photographs: David Boyer
  

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A young couple with a child enlisted the help of ater.architects to design their new home in Kiev, Ukraine. The VOV apartment spans two floors with the public spaces being on the lower level and the private areas on the top, making a suitable separation between ‘day’ and ‘night’ zones. The couple, who are fond of fashion, music, and art, now reside in a 100-square-meter apartment that plays off their modern interests.

The interior design is a combination of neutral hues covering the larger surfaces, like the floors, walls, and ceiling, and bold colors used for the accents. The main living space features wood floors, concrete ceilings and panels, and a black and pink kitchen, which are paired with cobalt blue, purple, and pink details to liven the space up.

The couple’s massive vinyl collection received a custom black shelf flanked with wood on the sides.

The dining area extends off the kitchen island, which accommodates several bar stools, offering large surfaces to prep food and entertain.

A white electric piano joins a vibrant purple chair from Moustache and a piece of art by Françoise Oz.

The playful first floor bathroom boasts a warm pink color on the concrete block wall and floor, along with a resin monkey lamp from Seletti.

A purple shelf utilizes space under the hot-rolled metal stairs that pivot their way to the second floor.

The bedrooms were kept small as the family activities take place downstairs.

The master bathroom is set off by a green and pink metal cabinet and concrete panels with a gradient pink. To top it off, they installed a neon lightening bolt that adds violet mood lighting to the bathroom.

Photos by Alexey Yanchenkov.

This October, Design Milk is heading back to the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, to attend the Annual WestEdge Design Fair, set up our Milk Stand pop-up shop, and scour the show floor for the best + the latest in West Coast Design! Now in its sixth year, this show will run from October 25-27, 2019 and is open to trade and public. Have you gotten your tickets yet?

Amigo Modern

We’ll be stopping by the MADE:MODERN section to check out independent designers, makers and artist who will be showcasing their latest limited edition and/or one-of-a-kind furniture, lighting, art and home decor. This year’s section includes Amigo Modern, Fluxco Design, Graci Studio, RAD Furniture, and more.

Fluxco Design

Graci Studio

Rad Furniture

We never miss the opening night party and this year is no exception. The festive evening includes an open bar, fine food, entertainment and the chance to preview the show floor before the weekend crowds.

This year WestEdge Design has teamed up with Convo by Design to host a dynamic program of talks covering a range of topics presented by industry thought-leaders. A few talks that piqued our interest includes: “Modern World: Life without Frank Lloyd Wright,” “Design with Health & Wellness in Mind,” and “Digital Design Disruption: It’s Not Coming, It’s Here.” Seats are first come, first served and are included in your tickets so be sure to check out the full program here so you can plan to come early!

If you’re a foodie, you’ll want to also stop by the Official Culinary Pavilion for daily demonstrations and yummy tastings. The 2019 line-up has yet to be announced but if it’s anything like last year, you’ll definitely want to put this on your itinerary – your stomach will thank you later.

Last but not least, our Milk Stand pop-up shop is returning for the third year at WestEdge Design. For a break from the show floor and a little retail therapy, stop by the Milk Stand to shop from a curated group of designers + makers who specialize in home accessories, modern jewelry, ceramics, leather goods, and more. We’ll be announcing our full line-up soon, so stay tuned!

So will we see you there? Get your tickets here and we’ll see you on the floor!

© Felipe Araujo

• Architects: Simone Pedreschi Arquitetura
  
• Location: Av. Carlos Consoni, 60 - Jardim Canada, Ribeirão Preto - SP, 14024-270, Brazil
  
• Category: Loft
  
• Lead Architect: Simone Pedreschi
  
• Area: 60.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2019
  
• Photographs: Felipe Araujo
  

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We partnered with Business of Home during KBIS 2019 to learn more about Bosch’s new appliance technologies. From enhanced air flow to minimize food waste, to pre-arrival preheating and even next-level dish-drying technology, find out what’s coming to the kitchen of the future:

© Miguel Ángel Mayoral Rodríguez

• Architects: Santos Bolívar
  
• Location: Guadalupe, Mexico
  
• Category: Houses
  
• Author: José Antonio de los Santos Bolívar
  
• Collaborators: Giancarlo Reyes Olgin, Roberto Amaya Alvarado, Tayde Chan Ojeda, Jorge Armando Quevedo Jordán
  
• Area: 75.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2017
  
• Photograph: Miguel Ángel Mayoral Rodríguez
  

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There aren’t many things in this world more powerful than the human body and the beauty that accompanies it in all of its forms. Society6’s Moving Parts collection captures it frame by frame by highlighting photography that’s focused on unexpected angles and compositions. See the collection in full, and find something fresh and unique for your home.

Northern Comfort Framed Art Print by Linas Vaitonis

my soul will find yours Art Print by Ingrid Beddoes photography

Look Back At It Framed Art Print by Julia Walck

WHAT IF THIS IS IT? (3/3) Art Print by LINDSEY L33

Float Framed Art Print by Ben Sasso

Dancer Art Print by Diana Zapata

Déjame Framed Art Print by Sofia Allegrini

She’s on the rocks Art Print by Josh Sowden

Squeeze Canvas Print by Shelby Renee

_DSC0861 Art Print by Ellis Marell Photography & Arts

Design Milk is proud to partner with Society6 to offer The Design Milk Dairy, a special collection of Society6 artists’ work curated by Design Milk and our readers. Proceeds from the The Design Milk Dairy help us bring Design Milk to you every day.

Karim Rashid has taken KreatebyKarim to a new level by introducing new tableware that’s soft, vivid, and elegant. Our favorite is the Shadow Collection, inspired by the playfulness of shadows themselves. Made of dishwasher-safe Bone China, the irregular edges of the plates recall overlapping shadows seen under varying angles of light. Each of the plates features a unique shape and pattern, creating a collection that feels both layered and complete.

© Mikael Olsson

• Architects: Arrhov Frick Arkitektkontor
  
• Location: Skägga, Sweden
  
• Category: Houses
  
• Lead Architects: Johan Arrhov, Henrik Frick
  
• Area: 155.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2017
  
• Photographs: Mikael Olsson
  

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The Cedars is a minimalist home located in Orient, New York, designed by Michael Yarinsky. The residence was originally built in the late 19th century situated in a quiet town along the bay. The clients, a young couple, wanted a space that would not only pay homage to the history of the building, but also represent their personalities as well.

Yarinsky referenced the surrounding ocean by using accented muted blues and greens, which contrasted the white-washed floors. The wallpapers reflect the transient every-changing scenery and the ethereal mood and movement of water.

Most of the interior maintains an open floor plan with the intention to promote communal meals and intimate conversations. The project was very much a collaboration with other talented artists. Yarinsky decidedly included works from local craftsman within the North Fork community, as well as taking pieces from familiar names such as Ladies & Gentlemen, Viriginia Sin, Light + Ladder, Calico Wallpaper, and Caroline Z Hurley.

Photography by Charlie Schuck.

Courtesy of FXCollaborative

FXCollaborative has designed a church community space and 33 story tower overlooking Central Park in New York City. The project was made for Harlem’s La Hermosa Christian Church, though no developer has signed on for the project yet. The new project would serve the surrounding community and aims to embody and celebrate the neighborhood’s legacy of music and art.

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© Mauricio Fuertes

• Interior Desgners: The Room Studio
  
• Location: El Poblenou, Barcelona, Spain
  
• Category: Loft
  
• Area: 300.0 m2
  
• Project Year: 2019
  
• Photographs: Mauricio Fuertes
  

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