2.27.2015

Architecture: Lamble Residence by Smart Design Studio














Boasting an insane 270 degree panoramic view of the surrounding landscape, Smart Design Studio presents the Lamble Residence, located just off Gerrigong beach in New South Wales, Australia. While much of the property highlights a modern aesthetic, Smart Design did however provide with a nod to old school beach homes by utilizing timber cladding.

To maximize the truly breathtaking views, the living room, master bedroom and second kitchen are all located upstairs. The remainder of the rooms are then positioned on the spacious ground floor that also extends to various outdoor areas. Contemporary furnishings further complement throughout the house, which was made to mimic the overall look of a box. But that of course simplifies the Lamble Residence entirely too much.

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Kicks Flow: Ronnie Fieg x ASICS Gel Sight “Atlantic” & “Pacific”













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You guys know we love seeing older brands, or even slept-on brands making moves to bring themselves to the forefront of what we call “freshness”. We talk about them all day long on here, and always look forward to new flavors dropping. So if you take a brand that’s been heavily slept-on forever, and then bring in one of the best designers and minds of the sneaker world, for a shoe, incredible creativity and flyness will surely ensue. 

Coinciding with Ronnie Fieg’s KITH West Coast Project, the esteemed New York-based designer is resurrecting the Gel Sight model from ASICS’ archives for the first time since 1992. Tying in the coastal motif of KITH’s latest undertaking, the “Atlantic” and “Pacific” colorways are crafted from premium materials including micro-perforated pigskin suede and nubuck, while three sets of 3M-woven flat laces are also included alongside “Ronnie Fieg” custom-printed insoles and debossed KITH logos on the heel wraps. Each pair will also come complete with French terry sock-liners for extra comfortable barefoot wear.

The Ronnie Fieg x ASICS Gel Sight “Atlantic” & “Pacific” are available now at both KITH in-store and online.

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2.25.2015

Top Shelf: Mansory Lamborghini Huracán





Swiss auto-tuners MANSORY have updated the Lamborghini Huracán with some fearsome new additions ahead of the 2015 Geneva Motor Show. First unveiled back in December 2013, the Huracán is the successor to the enormously popular Lamborghini Gallardo, and MANSORY’s new take is sure to arouse feelings of excitement in those of the petrol-headed persuasion.

Sporting a special, aerodynamically tuned carbon fiber front and rear spoiler, side skirts and wing mirrors, the car’s acceleration, braking and fuel consumption have all been improved, while the modified MH1 engine delivers an eye-watering 838 bhp, with top speeds of 330 km/h and 0-to-100 times of just 2.9 seconds. 

Even more exciting, with its sleek, murdered-out black gloss finish, it’s about the nearest thing you can get to the Batmobile, short of the real thing. Expect this to be on a lot of people’s “Dream Car” lists, come the end of the year.


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Kicks Flow: Nike Roshe Run Print “Smoky Lotus”


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So much about kicks have changed. I remember when basic was the look, and anything a little too extra would get you clowned heavily. I had a pair of Nike ACG’s back in like ’92 that were pretty complex-looking and people just didn’t understand why I bought them. They were different, and that’s why I liked them. Today, the aesthetic goes from very basic to outright crazy. But there are a lot of shoes that find that middle-ground to play and style in. A new shoe that definitely does that, is what we wanted to spread a little love to today. 

Nike presents a nice floral look on this new take of the low-top Roshe Run. The lightweight sneaker here features canvas upper construction resting atop a feathery white sole. The multicolored floral detailing injects life atop the black backdrop, as black laces accompany the pair, and white Swoosh branding coincides with the midsole. 

To purchase this Quickstrike release of the Roshe Run, visit Nike Sportswear providers like New York’s RISE.

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2.24.2015

Architecture: House H by OZ Arq






Constructed entirely from concrete and steel, the OZ Arq built House H embodies a very modern preoccupation with privacy. Located on the outskirts of Lima, Peru, the house faces away from what would normally be considered the front of the building. 

The enormous bay windows open out onto a view of the plot’s lush landscape instead – a view that is capped off by an outdoor pool. At three floors, one of which lies underground, House H still manages to retain a low profile, due to width of its silhouette.


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Kicks Flow: ASICS GEL-Lyte V “Light Grey”




Sleep if you want. But one thing we’re in no shortage of lately, are kicks from heritage brands going through a sort of rebirth. Kicks that we loved in the late 80’s and early 90’s have a certain kind of flavor to them that just never gets old. And companies have figured out that we’ll all try to relive the good ol’ days, if they release some of the freshness from back then. 

Coming out soon is a fantastic clean version of the ASICS GEL-Lyte V. The classic runner returns for Spring 2015 in a solid light grey colorway. Different premium leathers have been used through out the upper, yet the fact that its kept entirely tonal light grey ensures a timeless and quality look that goes with pretty much anything. Look out for a release early March 2015 at select retailers, including Afew.


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Top Shelf: 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque





Land Rover’s best-selling Range Rover Evoque gets an upgrade that sees emissions cut, while the hallmark features of the four-year-old car are retained and refined for an even more luxurious ride. 

Inside, the SUV’s infotainment system is controlled via an upgraded eight-inch touchscreen, while a massage function now fleshes out interior comfort. As for the exterior, LED lamps now ensure that night driving is safer and more enjoyable than ever.

The Range Rover Evoque will make its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March.


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2.20.2015

Art Life: Porceplane v.01 by Florian Flatau







One of best things about being in school as a kid was passing notes in class. Paper was everything back then. If you weren’t trying your hardest to get word to your crush, or maybe just spreading news to a friend, you may have been helping someone else get a note or letter to someone all the way across the room. Some of the braver souls would even go as far as making paper planes to get their notes across the room. Just skip the middleman. Risky, yes. But if they were successful in getting their newly-made aircraft to its destination, they were seen as the coolest ever. We will always salute those cool kids, but have another kind of paper plane in mind for you today. 

The latest designer collectible by toy fabricator K.Olin and multidisciplinary artist Florian Flatau has arrived in the form of the Porceplane v.01. Sized similarly to a standard sheet of folded A4 paper, the Porceplane features a glossy top surface, contrasted by a matte finish along the bottom. Numbers denoting the limited size run have been added to the bottom of each item, while 30 editions will be available worldwide. The Porceplane is crafted in Limoges, France and comes encapsulated in a hand-made wooden box. Availability is currently being offered for a price of $340 from Art and Toys.

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Kicks Flow: J.Crew x New Balance 1400 “Fort Greene”


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When two of your favorite brands get back together for a nice collabo, there is no way you can overlook that. A shoe you can walk around in all day, and still look fresh in, is a rarity. So when you find a staple, stick with it forever. I definitely have mine, and they’ve never failed me. And with nicer weather right around the corner, it’s surely time to get back to stocking our favorites up to sport.

The rapport between J.Crew and New Balance continues with the release of a 1400 silhouette whose namesake is derived from Brooklyn’s Fort Greene neighborhood. The olive green suede upper is a tip of the hat to the community’s tree-lined street. Orange accents on the heel, tongue and outsole aren’t too jarring, but provide a good example of complementary colors working in unison. The J.Crew x New Balance 1400 “Fort Greene” is available now online.

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Architecture: LP House by Metro Arquitetos Associados









We get so much love for the properties we post in the Architecture label. I remember when we first started speaking about expanding the site. We weren’t sure that people would be interested in seeing homes. We started slowly, just posting a couple here and there, but noticed that the views for these posts were some of the highest. So it’s become our goal to keep giving you what we feel you’d enjoy checking out. And there’s just so much more in store.

The LP House by Metro Arquitetos Associados located in São Paulo, Brazil is comprised of two rectangular structures, one placed atop the other to create an “L” shape, with a main floor containing all wet areas, the living room and bedrooms, and a second floor for the office. The rectilinear, concrete encased main volume runs the length of the house with partitions to separate the living room and kitchen from the sleeping areas. 

Floor-to-ceiling glass windows unmask the backyard greenery. Inside, reinforced concrete contrasts with steel, glass and wooden panels. An external staircase divides the two floors with its outward positioning making it possible to bypass the main room.


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