Dramatically veined marble, colourful storage displays and original architectural features come together in this Brooklyn loft renovated by locally based Batliboi Studio.The space in an early 20th-century former manufacturing building on Atlantic Avenue was converted into a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment for Valerie Tsvetkova, who manages the creative services department for beauty brand Elizabeth Arden.The renovation of this industrial space involved uncovering original ceiling beams and exposing ductworkBatliboi Studio founder Hormuz Batliboi helped his client realise the very specific vision she had for the space, exposing the original structure and introducing touches of drama."She wanted an organic yet eclectic feel while maintaining a warm material palette," Batliboi told Dezeen.Elements like a green shelving unit and matching pendant lights enliven the dining space"We approached this by embracing the industrial history of the building and uncovering historic elements like the wood beams and metal structural connections," he continuedStarting with a blank slate in terms of layout, all the utilities were centralised for optimum functionality.A stainless steel counter, backsplash and floating shelf in the kitchen nod to existing industrial elementsTo achieve this, the floor level for the kitchen and bathrooms was raised to run plumbing, gas and electrical underneath."This arrangement allowed us to improve the overall circulation and flow of the layout, and we incorporated remnant stone from the kitchen at the step up a solution that was not only visually appealing but also added to the loft's overall character," said Batliboi.Cabinetry from Reform was customised for the kitchen and hallway storageModular off-the-shelf cabinetry with a wood finish from Reform was customised for the kitchen, and paired with a stainless steel counter, backsplash and floating shelf that plays off the exposed ceiling ductwork.A large island is topped with dramatically veined stone that's repeated in the shower and atop the vanity in the main bathroom.A workspace makes the most of natural light from the loft's large windowsThis bathroom also features penny tiling, olive green walls and brass fixtures, while the second is lined with inky black zellige tiles on the walls and matte black tiles across the floor."These elements add a certain richness and mystique to the space, further accentuated by the natural light streaming from the massive window in the bathroom," Batliboi said.Read: Bureau Tempo applies subtle tones and textures to renovated Brooklyn loftThe loft's wooden ceiling beams originally hidden by a dropped ceiling and large windows are best appreciated in the open-plan living and dining area.Here, a large dining table sits in front of a bespoke storage element that's topped with a swooping green strip.The primary bathroom features dramatically veined marble, penny tiles and brass fixtures"This unique piece, fashioned as an organic green ribbon, anchors one wall and also functions as a sideboard," Batliboi said."The colour was carefully matched to the dining room pendants that the client already had her heart set on, ensuring a harmonious balance in the room."A second bathroom is lined with inky black zellige tilesBrooklyn's industrial past has left a plethora of similar warehouse buildings to be converted for residential use.Other examples with recently completed interiors include an apartment renovation inside a former chocolate factory and a loft that was "gently redesigned" using subtle tones and textures.The photography is by Ashok Sinha.The post Batliboi Studio combines industrial and playful elements in Brooklyn loft appeared first on Dezeen.

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Apple's 2025 iPhone lineup could add a new dimension with the iPhone 17 Slim. Here's what the rumor mill believes is on the way.A render of what the iPhone 17 Slim could look likeThe iPhone 17 generation is expected this September, as usual for Apple's flagship device releases. However, the 2025 collection could make a big change to the lineup, with the replacement of one of the models.According to multiple rumors, the iPhone 17 Plus could be removed from the lineup, due to a lack of popularity compared to the other models. In its place, Apple could introduce something brand new. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

CarPlay has come a long way since its release, and four years after install, the Boss BE10ACP remains an affordable gateway to integrating Apple technologies into your car.The Boss BE10ACP CarPlay Receiver head unit and the display. If you need to replace your car stereo, there are options on the market that provide support for Apple's CarPlay system. The problem in many cases is that you could end up needing to use a single-DIN head unit, a compact size that doesn't necessarily offer space for a display.The Boss BE10ACP is a single-DIN head unit with a large display. Rather than being a double-DIN unit that would keep the display within the main unit's dimensions, the display is mounted so it sticks out a short distance from the front of the unit itself. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Jan 10Andrew WebsterThe best mobile skateboarding game now has a New York sequel Image: SnowmanFor me, skateboarding has always been about getting into a flow state. Much like playing Tetris, Im at my best when Im skating almost subconsciously, not thinking and acting in the moment. Its not an easy zone to get into, and music has always been my shortcut. So the greatest compliment I can give to Skate City: New York is that Ive spent the past week fine-tuning the perfect playlist, all so that I can also perfect my runs in the game.New York is a sequel to the original Skate City; both are available through Apple Arcade, though the first game was eventually ported to consoles as well. It comes from Snowman, the studio behind the Alto series, and the shift to New York is a lot like the move from Altos Adventure to Altos Odyssey. Its not an entirely new experience but, rather, one that changes the setting and adds some seemingly small but very impactful tweaks.Read Article >

Mobile card game Marvel Snap is coming back to app stores, starting with Google Play. Thats according to Developer Second Dinner, which announced yesterday it was starting the process of restoring the game to Googles Android app store at 6PM PT / 3PM ET that day. The developer said in another post it expects the game to return to both Googles and Apples app stores as early as next week. Marvel Snap was caught up in the TikTok outage last weekend because its original publisher, Nuverse, is owned by TikTok parent company ByteDance. The game came back online for players on Monday and Second Dinner said it planned to bring more services in-house and partner with a new publisher. As of now, Marvel Snap is still provided, operated, and managed by Nuverse, according to the privacy policy on the games website.RelatedAn admin of the Marvel Snap Discord server also announced a set of compensation packages for players affected by the outage. As seen in screenshots posted to Reddit, that includes in-game credits, tokens, and special variants for accounts that were created in the US or that showed US activity in the 30 days prior to the outage. Non-US players will also get a Global Gratitude Package with similar, though fewer, benefits. Other apps that went down last weekend, such as CapCut and Lemon8, have since come back online but still arent listed in the iOS and Android app stores. Although President Donald Trump has directed the US Attorney General not to enforce the US TikTok ban, its unclear whether he can shield Apple or Google from legal liability if they host the apps in defiance of the law.

Right now, theres at least one nuclear-power, nuclear-armed submarine stealthily patrolling the waters off the UK. The sub is powered by a nuclear reactor, so it can cruise undetected for over 20 years without refuelling. Oh, and its also armed with eight nuclear warheads each six times more powerful than the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima.Since 1969, the Royal Navy has kept at least one of these fission-powered submarines in the water at all times. The vessels are the backbone of Britains nuclear deterrent and send a giant warning to other nations who might get funny ideas.Rolls-Royce today announced that it has secured a whopping 9bn contract to maintain and upgrade the Navys submarine nuclear reactors. Under the deal, the British engineering firm will also build reactors for the UKs new class of nuclear-powered subs.The Royal Navys submarine fleet is split between Astute-class attack submarines (SSNs) and Vanguard-class ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs). The Astute-class are nuclear-powered but conventionally armed. Six of seven planned vessels are already operational. The Navy eventually plans to replace the Astutes with SSN-AUKUS submarines, the result of a collaboration with the US and Australia.Limited tickets available - Book NowMeanwhile, the Vanguard class, which first entered service in 1994, forms the backbone of the UKs nuclear deterrent, carrying Trident II D5 nuclear missiles. The Navy plans to replace the Vanguards with the Dreadnought-class SSBNs in the early 2030s.Under the so-called Unity contract, Rolls-Royce will design, manufacture, and support the new subs pressurised water reactors (PWRs). These machines use uranium to generate heat, turning water into steam that spins a turbine to generate electricity. The steam then cools, and the process repeats.The Unity deal is the largest Ministry of Defence deal Rolls-Royce has landed in its 121-year history. Predictably, the UK government is celebrating the new contract as a win for national security and job creation.National security is a foundation of our governments plan for change, and this is a clear demonstration of our commitment to the UKs nuclear deterrent, which is our ultimate insurance policy in a more dangerous world, said the defence secretary, John Healey.The contract is expected to create more than 1,000 UK jobs and safeguard 4,000 other roles. Story by Sin Geschwindt Sin is a climate and energy reporter at TNW. From nuclear fusion to escooters, he covers the length and breadth of Europe's clean tech ecos (show all) Sin is a climate and energy reporter at TNW. From nuclear fusion to escooters, he covers the length and breadth of Europe's clean tech ecosystem. He's happiest sourcing a scoop, investigating the impact of emerging technologies, and even putting them to the test. Sin has five years journalism experience and holds a dual degree in media and environmental science from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Get the TNW newsletterGet the most important tech news in your inbox each week.Also tagged with