Recovering this damaged by an earthquake old barn in the Italian countryside and turning it into a home by the architects from Archiplan Studio redefined the architectural volume and the functionality of space. Sunny, pure and open the new dwelling has a very characteristic presence entwining the old-time romance of ... Read More »
Free flow of air, vast open premises, a rich combination of organic materials and textures, lush greenery and inviting water premises – this project of VACO Design may be inspired from Saigon and typical Vietnamese architecture, but it also has its unique spirit and contemporary character. The house offers not ... Read More »
The aim of the architects of this Australian mini-paradise home was to create something textural, warm and timeless with a touch of whimsy that brings substance and character. And they achieved it. Oh, yeah they did. The house unfolds naturally in a free flow of space reviling one premise after ... Read More »
The ALS ice bucket challenge that went viral in 2014 helped fund the discovery of a gene linked to the neurodegenerative disease, a new paper published Wednesday indicates. Researchers identified the gene, called NEK1, as one of the most common genes connected to the disease. The discovery was funded by ... Read More »
People with vision problems may face a higher risk of unemployment, poverty and mental health problems, a new British study suggests. “Our focus has mostly been on severe visual loss and treating the eye diseases that cause it,” said Mary Frances Cotch, chief of epidemiology at the U.S. National Eye ... Read More »
Smoking pot might harm your heart health and that of the people around you — perhaps even more than cigarettes, a new animal study suggests. Lab rats experienced a severe reduction in their blood vessel function after a minute’s exposure to secondhand smoke from either tobacco or marijuana, researchers said. ... Read More »
Re-designing a classic brownstone house in central London into modern, minimalist jewel with secluded courtyard and stylish atmosphere? Precious! This project of architect Amrita Mahindroo is so elegant and simple and yet fresh and expressive that may turn any city living into a fulfilling experience. Preserving the facade and some ... Read More »
Anesthesia eases the pain of millions of children who must have surgery every year, but parents who are worried about the safety of these medications should talk to their anesthesiologist about their fears, experts advise. “Particularly in infants and toddlers, surgery is only recommended when necessary for the child’s health, ... Read More »
While working on the project of this summer vacation house in Tarragona, Spain the architects from JUMA Architects aimed for clear-lined, contemporary functionality that corresponds with the challenging plot of the place and preserves as much it is possible from the surrounding pine trees and natural landscape. The architectural construct ... Read More »
Screening and treatment guidelines may need to be intensified because rates of metastatic prostate cancer have increased by nearly three-quarters during the last decade, researchers suggest after a recent study. Researchers at Northwestern University report more men with metastatic prostate cancer are being diagnosed with worse and more aggressive tumors, ... Read More »
A new method for cleaning teeth could reach bacteria that is often left behind by other treatments to cause cavities and tooth decay, researchers say. Nanoparticles added to hydrogen peroxide cleared bacteria on teeth that normally would hide in biofilms that form from the consumption of sugar, suggesting the method ... Read More »
The raw finishes and the organic ambiance of this stylish home located in Sydney, Australia are spiced up by trendy dark and black elements, beautiful lighting pieces and custom made furniture. The designersLawless & Meyerson had employed their passion for quality and eye for the detail in composing one serene, ... Read More »
