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FLIPBED: Resting bed.
Design
This furniture mixes the two biggest pieces in a bedroom: the resting bed and the working desk.
It’s multi-functional, designed for a Marketing 20-year-old student, with great features just like a bookshelf, drawers, a pin up magnetic system, wooden hooks to hold and set, and a rotation system to flip the piece in any of the two functions.
It’s a twin bed, made in White Oak, totally resistant and durable.
JW MARRIOTT, Santo Domingo (Guided Visit)
Design
JW Marriott, Santo Domingo, is a total charming hotel. It’s classy, it’s luxurious, it’s cozy and it makes the hosted feel the elements of nature in a very Caribbean way.
The hotel, designed by Marisabel Gomez Vazquez (Mexican interiorist) and AI (Arquitectura de Interiores), was conceptualized by the elements of nature.
We had the chance to meet Ms. Gomez Vazquez at the VI Jornada de Diseño de Interiores at UNIBE (Santo Domingo, DR) and one thing she taught us was that at the time you are designing an hotel, no matter where is it located, you need to nourish yourself on the local materials of construction and include or give participation to local history, community and geography. In that way, visitors and hosted clients will feel somehow the essence of the place they are visiting.
Likewise, all the materials of construction used on this project where uniquely acquired for this hotel, which means, none of them you will see it somewhere else. She included: Oak, Marble and onyx from structural elements to the smallest detail; accompanied by carpets with amazing prints, bronze details and amazing lighting (natural and artificial) all over the hotel areas. All of these combined made what is the JW Marriott on Santo Domingo, an amazing place to spend your vacations at.
We had the chance, as well, to see the process of design of this hotel at her conference chat at UNIBE. From moodboards to floor plans; from pictures of the construction process to the final results of the project. It was amazing seeing the results personally, and being part of all of this experience.
Hope you enjoy the pictures and catch the essence of the JW Marriott Hotel. Lots of love, The Art Spot Blog.
Zona Colonial: DOOR HUNTING
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Jodhpur: THE BLUE CITY.
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**Also known as the Sun City for the bright, sunny weather it enjoys all the year round.
It circles the Mehrangarh Fort and is bounded by a wall with several gates, but with the past of the decades, the city has expanded greatly outside the wall.
Jodhpur is the second largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan and has long been a popular destination among international tourists. However, surprisingly few visitors know the origins of its given name: “the blue city”.
“The old town is a wonderful example of vivid colours providing a photogenic backdrop to everyday life.” And this is not only because of the blues on all the facades, but also because the majority of Rajasthani villagers tend to use colorful clothes. Long skirts on yellows and oranges. Turbans and scarves on reds and yellows, all complimenting the outfit and making a magnificent contrast on the blue background.
The blue color, my friends, wasn’t chosen to cause a sensation with the clothing of this town… it actually has a story behind it: It is said that the houses belonged to the Brahmins, and then they were all painted blue to repel the heat and the mosquitoes.
It is also said there were termites and mosquitoes, that caused significant structural damage to a large number of the buildings of Jodhpur a long time ago. So painting it all blue, was the only way of getting rid of them.
**Today, new structures and buildings built are painted blue to keep the cultural tradition.
With 1,290,000 of population, Jodhpur counts with different places of recreation and temples, practices sports like cricket, celebrates cultural festivals along the year and has a great reputation on the cuisine. It’s a magnificent touristic city.
Hope you enjoyed the gallery!
None of these pictures are mine.
x, The Art spot blog
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Tropical Interiors: INSPO
Design
Tropical Interiors are one of the most chilling and comfy spaces to be.
The warmth of the colors (blue, green, yellow, orange, brown…), the palms, nature, trees, flowers, the waves, the furniture, the fan, the windows and the cool breeze make this kind of interiors quite unique!
We leave you with this inspo gallery for your tropical interior!
Hope you enjoy.
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12 Christmas Wreaths For Your House
Design
The wreath is one of the most popular decorations during Christmas holiday season… In the Christian tradition, they are normally hung on the front doors as a welcome sign; but they also put in different places, with different shapes, colors, designs…
It has been very significant and has been used symbolically for centuries and centuries…
“Pre-Christian, or Pagan, cultures placed much importance on the December celebration of the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year. For them, this was a time of death and rebirth, a celebration of the end of the ever shortening days and the anticipation of the coming promise of spring. As part of many celebrations, evergreen wreaths were gathered as a sign of the approaching spring light. In Sweden, wreaths were fashioned for similar purposes, with the addition of candles that symbolized the power of the sun.” – EnlightenMe
It has also a big story in ancient times. It was believed that the wreath was a big symbol of success, victory and importance; and they were used as headbands. In the ancient Greece they put wreaths of laurels in the heads of the victorious athletes in the Olympic Games. It was worn similarly by Roman leaders and were also hung on doors as a symbol of victory.
The circle shape has a meaning in a deep context of symbolizing the eternity or eternal rebirth, due to the fact of not having a begging nor an end. So, in the modern times the wreath has adapted that same exact meaning and the vast array of materials that are used to create a modern wreath carry significance as well…
“…Holly represents immortality, for instance, whereas cedar stands for strength. But for many, the wreath’s symbolic attributes are much simpler than all this. The Christmas wreath has evolved into a sign of welcoming and an acknowledgment of holiday cheer for this season that emphasizes generosity, giving, and the gathering of loved ones”
So, now that you know: Go to the closest store and buy your Christmas wreath and pimp it however you want, or you can get creative make your own DYI wreath.
We will leave you this 12-photo-gallery for your inspo!
Many love,
THE ART SPOT BLOG!
Oasis in the Caribbean: CASA KIMBALL (CABRERA, Dom. Rep.)
Design
It’s a modern 8-bedroom private villa that is located on the north coast of the island, in the town of Cabrera, near Playa Grande, that supports all the way the sustainable tourism.
It is elevated on a cliff of 15 meters that borders the Atlantic Ocean and is “cooled by steady ocean breezes” and beautiful views of mountains and tropical vegetation.
“…The area is unspoiled by tourism: crystal-clear lakes and wide open beaches, discretely situated villas and European boutique hotels, friendly locals and outdoor merengue bars in the nearby town. It’s the essence of relaxed Caribbean beauty.” – Casa Kimbal Official Page
It was designed by architect Jasmit Singh Rangr (Rangr Studios) to satisfy the necessities and wishes of Mr. Spencer Kimball of a get-away home in the Caribbean from New York winter days.
The number of materials of construction used on this project is amazing, all very adequate, all very classy: from reinforced concrete, to Brazilian woods, polished cement, blue ceramics… All of which are perfect to define all the areas on the house. (The 20-people dining table, picture windows, the runway-style infinite pool, the bars…)
Architect Rangr has always managed his projects integrating the nature to the form itself, using clean lines, simple geometric shapes and pure modernity; and this project specially, was inspired by the breeze and the waves of the sea, designing fresh and open spaces created by the local coral stone that made this THE most authentic and unique place to spend a marvelous time at.
The house is totally open for rentals and events:
Casa Kimball
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More info of the house:
SPANISH: Casa Kimball, prelude on the horizon
Hope you enjoyed this post as much as we did!
Much love,
Maria, THE ART SPOT BLOG
It’s about DOORS and COLORS!
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THAT time of the year. ARTSPOTBLOG WELCOMING CHRISTMAS!!
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IT HAS ARRIVED! Christmas has finally arrived, my friends.
Time to reconnect with the old friends and family.
To start thinking about that special present you want to give to that special someone.
To look for your warmest blanket and coats.
To acclimate your house with the carols and the warmest colors of the one and only Christmas…And the most exciting part of all of this: to wheel out your christmas tree, christmas wreath, lights, and decor.
We will show you in the gallery some inspo for your Christmas interior decoration, specially for those who like to try new stuff every year, so you can come out with your own creative idea for your home, and make of it the best place to be in this amazing time of the year.
Hope you enjoy, xx
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