In another bid at keeping up with the digital age, Michelin has added new Los Angeles restaurants to its California guide, including several that have opened in the last six months. Among them you’ll find Sushi Sonagi, Time Out’s best new restaurant of last year, which is loved for its Korean-influenced omakase and warm approach to service, […]
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Urban planning has always been a complex, large-scale “brain teaser” for architects. It requires the collaboration of several disciplines: architects, urban planners, sociologists, anthropologists, environmentalists and transportation planners, and the coordination of many bureaucratic governing bodies. Following the rapid technological advancements in the early 2000s, the concept of “smart cities” gradually emerged, eventually gaining significant […]
Dubai’s Ziggurat Pyramid Will House One Million People
February 28, 2024Dubai is set to add another mega-structure to its already-famous skyline—the Ziggurat Pyramid, which, when completed, will stand at 1,200 meters tall, cover an area of approximately 0.88 square miles (circa 2.3 square kilometers), and house one million people. The Ziggurat Pyramid was announced in 2008 and is expected to dwarf the Great Pyramid of […]
These Are The Hottest New Los Angeles Openings of 2024
February 21, 2024The new year kicked off with buzzy openings in Los Angeles. And there are many more anticipated in coming months. The city awaits the return of Somni, Aitor Zabala’s Michelin-starred tasting menu restaurant, and the unveiling of Jônt, the Washington, D.C., favorite (with two Michelin stars). There’s Maydan Market, Rose Previte’s culinary destination, also coming […]
Designer Approved Tricks That Always Make Your Kitchen Look Expensive
February 14, 2024Designing any room on a budget is a challenge, but that’s especially the case with a kitchen. Every element in a kitchen, from appliances to tiles to cabinets, can be costly to replace. Still, there are easy and wallet-friendly ways to create a classic kitchen that looks expensive—without maxing out your credit card. For insiders’ knowledge, here are some […]
Consider These Top Smart Home Gadgets Launched At CES 2024
February 07, 2024Samsung Ballie Although this robot was first available in 2020, Samsung made the Ballie more relevant and futuristic this year. Packed with an onboard projector, AI smarts, and seamless smart home integration, Ballie takes charge of your home, autonomously navigating and learning from your habits for personalized assistance. Whether it’s sending video updates when you’re […]
Hollywood Burbank Airport Breaks Ground On $1.2B Terminal
January 31, 2024In a ceremony held on January 25, the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority officially commenced work on Hollywood Burbank Airport’s new replacement terminal. The $1.2-billion project, called “Elevate BUR,” will be located in the northeast section of the airport property, and consist of a 355,000-square-foot building with 14 passenger gates. Plans also call for new shopping and dining options, a […]
Rethinking The ADU: Functional And Independent Living Spaces
January 24, 2024In a bustling urban landscape like Los Angeles, the concept of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is being reimagined. Designs are challenging the traditional notion of ADUs as secondary or subordinate structures by prioritizing their potential as independent living spaces with unique architectural identities. A recent project in California encapsulates this shift, demonstrating how ADUs […]
Top Luxury Real Estate Markets Where Cash Deals Are The Norm
January 17, 2024Cash offers for residential real estate surged last year as more affluent buyers opted against taking on a mortgage to avoid high interest rates. But in some luxury markets, cash deals for high-end homes are just the typical way of doing business. Dubai, United Arab Emirates All-cash deals have been the rule rather than the exception in […]
Use These AI Tools For Your Next Home Renovation Project
January 10, 2024Designing your home renovation project, planning, and budgeting—not to mention choosing materials and contractors—can seem daunting. There are so many options available and so much information to digest. Luckily, there are AI tools that can help you along the way; they’ll save you time and introduce you to new style concepts, as well. AI can […]