The great Frank Gehry just unveiled his new design for the Chau Chak wing building as part of Sydney’s University of Technology. Classic Gehry organic architecture that looks like the building melting into itself. The idea stems from a tree house structure with “a trunk core of activity with branches for people to connect and do their private work.” One side has the organic look with the other modern angle sheets of glass. Wish the construction partners luck in figuring out how to build this…lol. More pics after the jump…

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The Karlusic residence in Melbourne, Australia is designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates. Great mix of warm woodsy and cold stone materials that ties nicely with the well thought out furnishings. Especially love the lighting piece in the stairwell, the light refractions are amazing. More after the jump…

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The NYC City Hall Subway station is a hidden architectural gem that has been closed for decades. The station was built in 1904 and features tall arches, brass fixtures, and amazing skylights. Even though the station has been closed it is still being used as a turnaround point for the #6 train. Next time you are in NYC jump on the #6 train and instead of getting off it’s last stop, Brooklyn Bridge, stay on the train till it reaches it’s turnaround point at City Hall. More pics after jump…

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Mazzo Restaurant is located in Amsterdam Netherlands. The main detail of the restaurant is the huge lighted wall logo which replaces any outdoor signage. Spider chandeliers, large b&w prints, and a mix of pine and brick add up to create a hip environment. The space is long and narrow but nicely sectioned. More pics after the jump…

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Dutch designer Rolf founder of Studio Rolf.fr in Rotterdam, Netherlands renovated this old building “Black Pearl” into a place to live and work. Love the window cut out of the original window and interior design details. The old wood dining table wrapped in orange leather is just sick! More pics after the jump…

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Architect Eric T. Fishburn just completed his Altis IV residence project on Mammoth Mountain in California. Beautiful details at these mountain top homes with breath taking views. Love the earthy interiors. More after the jump…

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MC1 Residence is located in Costa Rica near the Manuel Antonia National Park by architect Juan Robles. The home was built without cutting a single tree so minimize environmental impact. The Details throughout the home are so well thought out. Panoramic windows bringing the nature in, floating staircases, outdoor pool that runs into the living area, exposed wood beam ceilings, wood slatted skylights, even the decor is so well picked for the space. More pics after the jump…

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D’espresso Cafe in NYC is inspired by your local boutique library but with a twist. The design idea takes a modern library room with wood floors, book stacks, and big bubble lights, then flips it 90 degrees. The books are now on the floor, ceiling, and back wall; the floor on the side wall; and the ceiling lights behind the counter. Inspiring stuff from Nema Workshop! More pics after the jump…

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Ormond Esplanade House is in the suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. Designed by Judd Lysenko Marshall Architects, the residence is full of playful details. From the round windows, to the printed wallpaper and classic furnishings, there are little bits of love throughout the home. More pics after the jump…

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X2 Resort Kui Buri is a beachfront property on the gulf of Thailand. The individual units are encased in a stunning cobblestone wall. The wall is also a main feature of the interiors which compliments the light pine wood details brilliantly. The buildings are staggered which create your own private beachfront oasis. More after the jump…

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