Architecture studio Foster + Partners has designed a pair of 180-metre-tall residential skyscrapers named Regent Residences Dubai, whichwill be bridged together by a swimming pool at the penthouse level.Set to be built on the Marasi Marina in the Business Bay area of the city, Regent Residences Dubai will contain 60 apartments, each on its own level, to provide panoramic views of sunrises, sunsets, and the nearby Burj Khalifa.Foster + Partners has designed a pair of residential skyscrapers on the Dubai waterfrontThe apartments will have private pools on staggered outdoor terraces, which will rotate around the building facade to give the appearance of cascading water.A penthouse on the top floor will connect the two skyscrapers, complete with a swimming pool that bridges over the space below.A penthouse with a swimming pool will connect the two skyscrapersFoster + Partners collaborated with local real estate developer Sankari Properties and British company IHG Hotels and Resorts on the design, which it hopes will make a striking visual impact on the Dubai waterfront."Regent Residences Dubai's dynamic twisting form and articulated facade will make it a distinctive new addition to Business Bay and the wider city," said Foster + Partners head of studio Gerard Evenden."Our design harnesses connections to nature, with generous shaded terraces and optimised views of the waterfront."Read: Foster + Partners designs pair of residential skyscrapers overlooking Dubai bayThe two skyscrapers will be built on a podium that will include green space, water features, restaurants, a gym, retail space, and a series of indoor and outdoor pools for residents.Foster + Partners designed the podium exterior to complement the neighbouring buildings and retail spaces along the Marasi Marina promenade.Regent Residences Dubai will be located in the Marasi MarinaThe Regent Residences Dubai will join the Vela and Vela Viento residential skyscrapers designed by Foster + Partners, which are also set to be built on the Dubai waterfront.Other skyscrapers recently designed by the studio include a supertall skyscraper proposed in Miami, which will contain offices and hotels, and a tiered 62-storey supertall skyscraper in New York.The images are by Foster + Partners.The post Foster + Partners unveils Dubai skyscrapers linked by penthouse swimming pool appeared first on Dezeen.

White-painted wooden planks and matching-coloured metal roof panels make up the monochrome exterior of Selenite, a retreat nestled into a forested site in Qubec, completed by Canadian studio Naturehumaine.Named Selenite after the crystalline mineral believed to have soothing properties, the refuge was designed by Naturehumaine to realise their clients' vision of "combining ecological architecture, wellness and a unique resort experience".Naturehumaine has completed a well-being retreat in Qubec"The main concept of the project was to offer an inclusive resting place in the forest promoting well-being and rejuvenation," studio founder Stphane Rasselet told Dezeen. "During one of the first meetings, the clients told us about the Selenite stone (or moonstone) and its benefits.""We thought of this idea of crystalline prisms for the roof design to get away from a traditional roof form while still referencing it in a way," Rasselet added. "The white color of the house also reinforces this idea of crystal."The structure is finished with an all-white exteriorMeasuring 36 x 36-feet (10.9 x 10.9-metres), the Selenite retreat sits on a square plan and is topped with two prism-shaped roofs, which are orientated in opposite directions and punctuated with square skylights.A wooden ramp wraps around the retreat, connecting the driveway to a sheltered entrance, where a full-height glass door provides access to the interior.White walls, grey-toned flooring and wooden cabinetry define the interiorInside, the retreat is finished with a similarly monochromatic colour scheme of white walls and grey-toned floors complemented by wooden cabinetry.Situated on either side of the entrance hall are two bedrooms with floor-to-ceiling glazed openings looking out towards the surrounding greenery. A shared bathroom topped with a square skylight sits adjacent to this.Read: Naturehumaine perches stilted "micro chalet" within Canadian woodlandBeyond this space, the retreat opens up to an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, where large, glazed openings and a square skylight draw light into the interior.Sliding doors lead out from the living spaces to a large decked terrace, equipped with a spa area and outdoor seating space.A skylight illuminates the communal spacesAlso hosted within the retreat is a steam bath, cold bath, sauna and salt room complemented by additional features such as a lighting system that synchronises to a visitor's circadian rhythm."The thermal facilities provided in the space allow you to do a complete relaxation circuit," Rasselet said. "Particular attention was also paid to finishing materials so that they are as healthy as possible for users."The retreat contains a spa areaElsewhere, a Swiss chalet has been renovated with mid-century modern furniture to transform it into a secluded retreat, while a lakeside retreat in Austin has been clad in weathering steel.The photography is byRaphal Thibodeau.The post Naturehumaine completes Quebec retreat for "well-being and rejuvenation" appeared first on Dezeen.

The window vacuum cleaner is one of those household tools that we need to be just functional. We dont really focus that much on the design but rather on how it is able to clean our surfaces well. But what if the design actually contributes to its functionality? Also, a lot of the cleaners in the market are pretty bulky and industrial-looking so we tend to hide it. But what if its designed well enough that you can display it in plain sight?Designer Name: Andrea Tomaciello, Simone Guglielmetti, Tommaso Rossi, Matteo SagattiniAria is a concept for a window vacuum cleaner that has completely redesigned its architecture so that the over-all design of the tool can be different as well. The vacuum system has been moved to the top while the dirty water tank is placed inside the handle and is now removable from the bottom so its easy to empty it when its full.The cylinder now holds the motor and the superellipse is in the handle. These two are joined together as if theyre a single body, making it seem like theyre just one single body. It also has two interchangeable heads so you can reach both the bigger surfaces and the more confined spaces. It also has a base for easy charging, similar to other current devices like watches, electric shavers, etc. Instead of hiding a bulky window vacuum cleaner away, you can actually just place it somewhere nearby for easy access. Its also ergonomically designed so that you can easily use it when cleaning without having to uncomfortably stretch out your arms to reach hard-to-reach areas. The post Ergonomic window vacuum cleaner concept redesigns tools architecture with a stylish twist first appeared on Yanko Design.

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