Among the wide array of design movements that have caused a global sensation, the Scandinavian style stands out for its democratic, modern and functional approach to interiors. The popularity of this approach rests in the appeal of practical furnishings, neutral colors and flexible arrangements inspired by the tranquil natural ambiance of the Nordic countries and …
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The history of the hospitality industry is a long one; it includes everything from the ancient Greek thermal baths, Roman mansions for government business travelers and the caravanserais along Middle Eastern passages to more developed inns and five star hotels. The long-lasting nomadic human nature and increasing means of mobility has required this industry to …
Cities are regarded as long-standing products of humans’ sedentary evolution and the demands that followed it; however, they are also the outcome of our nomadic excursions and an increasingly globalized world which brings with it the dreams, ideas and creations of people from all over the world. Each city bears the imprint of the inhabitants …
“My job is to educate my people, my clients. I give them a new lifestyle that is molded to everything they do at every time during the day.” – Hernan Arriaga As one of Miami’s favorites, Hernan Arriaga is also one of the main characters in KMP’s narrative of design. Our previous post on “The …
In Greek mythology the Elysee was known as an enchanted place in the underworld where the souls of heroes and virtuous men could rest. The world of the living which we inhabit also has its own versions of this alluring space; there is the famous Champs Elysees Avenue in Paris which thousands of tourists flock …
Humanity’s achievements are often narrated according to a linear categorization, we use time to organize our lives while also attempting to make sense of the past. Nowadays we have even turned to numbers to reach estimates that reveal information about our future; however, to have a better idea of where we are heading it is …
“Inspiration can come at any moment. I am most inspired by situations- The energy that comes from new encounters or an evening chat.”- Silvia Venturini Fendi Miami is a source of inspiration overflowing with colors from the tropical sights, the fashionable accessories worn by its inhabitants and the art that lines its streets. The city …
Change is an intrinsic part of all organic forms, it is what determines who makes it to the next step of the evolution process and who stays behind. The same applies to architecture; design is not grounded upon a single, fixed style but it rather evolves according to the changing environment and the growing demands …