Canada-based ACDF Architectural firm recently designed an impressive 19-story apartment building in downtown Montreal. It is called the LINK Tower, and it beautifully merges contemporary architectural design with the preservation of historical Victorian facades. This forms a seamless and interesting combination of the old and the new, in the center of Shaughnessy Village.It is designed to be an innovative solution to the citys requirement for student housing. ACDF Architecture adopted a preservation-first approach, and saved three historic facades, instead of demolishing them. The Victorian facades were incorporated into the new construction.Designer: ACDF Architectural FirmACDF President, Maxime-Alexis Frappier was focused on creating a seamless dialogue between the past and the new tower. Rather than erasing the areas history, we wanted to respect it, said Frappier. The project maintains an important connection to the architectural identity of Shaughnessy Village by preserving the Victorian facades. A the same time, it meets the requirements of contemporary urban living. This initiative was complex and not economical, but it displayed respect and sensitivity for the local communitys history and heritage.The LINK Tower showcases a lovely modern contrast behind the Victorian facades. The facades are equipped with a bunch of architectural elements ranging from arched, gabled, and rectangular openings, which add a certain dynamism and personality to the dull and mundane concrete environment of Lincoln Street. Black granite frames and precast concrete heighten the composition while pairing well with the surrounding structures. The LINK Tower was created to be visually intriguing while harmoniously blending with its surroundings. It allows the past and the present to beautifully co-exist, elevating the architectural diversity of the street.The apartments arent as spacious as typical apartments, and they are a bit cramped, but according to ACDF, the design meets students needs well without feeling too restrained. It displays an efficient use of available space which reduces operating and construction costs, while also saving energy. It is equipped with 122 units, ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments. They have all been designed to be economical and easily accessible to students.The post Economical Housing For Students Preserves Historical Facades, Merging The Old & The New first appeared on Yanko Design.

Nike seems to be on a roll, innovating beyond the obvious territories. After its collaborative Monopoly Game Set with Hasbro, the Swoosh brand is now teaming up with German shoe company, Zellerfeld, to give its original Air Max a 3D printed makeover in a vibrant red laceless design.Nike Air Max 1 originally designed by Tinker Hatfield has always had a special place in our hearts for the incredible future-forward design. Easily the greatest sneaker, the Air Max is now a revolution, which has come a long way since its inception with continuous air technology innovations with every new release. This time its not the sole or regular manufacturing, in fact, its the entire thought of the shoe that will rock the show at ComplexCon 2024.Designer: NikeZellerfeld founded in 2015, is a shoe company that specializes in 3D-printing thoughtful designs. Nike collaborated with the German outfit to delve into Air Max legacy and bring out a 3D-printed re-imagination that would launch at the ComlexCon on November 16 and 17, 2024. The groundbreaking rendition of the iconic Air Max 1, the Nike Air Max 1000, showcases the evolution of air technology along with new manufacturing techniques.This combination of Air and 3D printing creates an engaging underfoot experience that according to the design team produces the same comfort and responsiveness of the original silhouette. At the foundation of this new creation of course is Nikes obsession with cushioning besides that Air band and the mudguard wave make apparent nuances that tag the 3D printed version to the original.The wavy lines forming the mudguard and the air unit in the heel do not make the Air Max 1000 much different, but the sneakers laceless design truly propels it into a new fan category delightfully pleasing in a bright red colorway. The blend of smooth and textured print in the upper half of the AM 1000, goes well with the single Swoosh banding and the carved outsole. There is no word on the price, but I believe, the sneaker is worth whatever it comes for!The post Nike Unveils 3D printed Air Max 1000 that reimagines Air Max 1 in red laceless silhouette first appeared on Yanko Design.

This sanctuary of understated elegance is designed by MONO Architects. The project combines Scandinavian design with contemporary lines. The end result is a simple yet sophisticated space that goes big on textures. We see neutral tones and natural materials coming together to bring the space to life. Really, pops of color arent the only thing that add visual interestand a walk through this interior will show you how.The foyer is nice and open. Wooden elements and a large potted plant factor in nature, while a minimalist velvet seating area provides room to have a quick seat.In the open-floor living plan, a light oakwood dining tablepaired with comfy chairssegregates the kitchen and living space on either end. A statement is created in the kitchen with a rustic island. The living room, on the other hand, sticks to minimalism with a low-profile white sofa, a large rug, and stunning artwork. The large windows give lush views of the outdoors.We also see a segregated kitchen space featuring wooden accents. This is tucked away, and so will that mess be as you cook This beige and white bedroom sticks to an understated palette. It factors in interest with a chunky throw and patterned rug. The circular formsas seen in the rug, nightstand, and dresseradd a sense of movement to the space.The rug in this room is as chunky as it gets! The layered blankets, potted plants, and artwork further factor in texture. The compact space is made to look bigger with the floor-to-ceiling window.The warm wooden accents continue into the closet. This is layered with lightingilluminating the residents show-stopping pieces.The home office goes big on ergonomics with the wooden desk and spacious sofa for guests. Theres also plenty of open shelvingand a nice and large window giving those eyes a break when theyve been strained by the screen. Not to forget the patterned rug and massive pendant light making a statement.This bathroom keeps it sleekbut adds visual interest with an orange vanity. We see a similar-shaded tint in the glass separating the shower.When looking for a relaxing moment, submerging in this freestanding bathtubplaced right next to a window with boasting greenery viewswill suffice. The marble vanity single-handedly adds luxury to the space!The terracotta hues in this bathroom create a serene environment. The sleek vanity emphasizes simplicity. And the vertical slatted windows let sunshine peek through

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