Verandas meeting room pod by Spacestor

Dezeen Showroom: workspace furniture brand Spacestor has created Verandas, a customisable meeting room pod that can fit any space and be reused when the configuration no longer suits.

Verandas is an architectural room system designed with sustainability, flexibility and breadth of choice in mind.

Verandas is a highly customisable room system to create enclosed spaces in open offices

The system is customised via an online tool that allows users to pick different sizes, configurations, materials, finishes and accessories for both inside and outside.

The interior can be fitted out with add-ons such as tables, seats, whiteboards and AV rigs, while exterior accessories such as lockers, cubbies, shelves and cork panels allow Verandas to enhance the whole office environment.

The exterior can be customised with add-ons such as shelving, lockers and arches

Spacestor designed Verandas to suit rapidly evolving workplaces that need flexible and adaptable architectural products.

Verandas comes as a kit of parts that can be assembled using only hand tools. The modular product can also be easily dismantled and rebuilt, with every component apart from the acoustic seals made reusable to cut down on waste.

Product: Verandas
Brand: Spacestor
Contact: amanda.jay@spacestor.com

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Butler bathroom cabinet by Andrea Federici for Falper among new products on Dezeen Showroom

Falper's cabinet collection, which imagines the bathroom as an extension of the living space, is among 14 new products featured on Dezeen Showroom this week.

Butler bathroom cabinet by Andrea Federici for Falper

Butler is a wall-mounted bathroom cabinet system created by Italian designer Andrea Federici for Falper, which can be configured with shelving, internal drawers and clothes rails.

The modular system comes with optional LED interior lighting and is available in a wide range of finishes, including aluminium, glass, solid walnut and oak.

Butler was featured on Dezeen Showroom this week, alongside products including side tables made from biomaterials and an office pod for the garden.

Read on to see the rest of this week's new products:

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Filo chair by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Mattiazzi

Filo is a robust chair characterised by its graphic sensibility, created by French designers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Italian furniture brand Mattiazzi.

The chair is composed of a solid beechwood frame that has been wrapped in rope, which comes in several colours including black, grey, yellow and green.

Find out more about Filo ›

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Vieques Outdoor bathroom range by Patricia Urquiola for Agape

Vieques Outdoor is a collection of bathroom products comprising a bathtub and two washbasins designed by Patricia Urquiola for bathroom brand Agape.

The stainless-steel bathtub, which comes with an optional iroko wood backrest and shelf, was informed by old-fashioned outdoor tin tubs. The washbasins come in two variations: a column sink for floor drainage and a rounded version intended for countertops.

Find out more about Vieques Outdoor ›

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Easy sofa by Big-Game for Tiptoe

Easy is a sofa that comes in two, three or four-seater models created by design studio Big-Game with French brand Tiptoe.

The sofa is designed for longevity and was made using fabrics that are particularly resistant to abrasion. They are also removable, washable and replaceable. The foam and textiles used have a high recycled content, while the frame is made from endlessly recyclable steel.

Find out more about Easy ›

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Accanta tables by Maddalena Casadei for Pretziada

Accanta is a triad of tables encompassing a reading table, a teacup table and a magazine table created by Italian designer Maddalena Casadei for furniture brand Pretziada.

The tables, which are modelled on traditional cork-bark stools, are crafted from Sardinian cork and left completely natural with no varnish or lacquer finishes.

Find out more about Accanta ›

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Hale PET Felt lounge chair by De Vorm

Hale PET Felt is a soft-textured lounge chair with a gently curved backrest designed by Dutch brand De Vorm.

The chair is composed of a powder-coated steel frame with a seat and backrest made from recycled plastic bottles that have been pressed into a soft PET felt, which is both recycled and recyclable.

Find out more about Hale PET Felt ›

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Eos Platform Lounger by Matthew Hilton for Case Furniture

Eos Platform Lounger is a sunbed with an elongated side table, created by British designer Matthew Hilton for Case Furniture.

The lounger is composed of a powder-coated aluminium frame, chosen for its ability to withstand rusting and weathering, while its sling seat is made from Textilene fabric, which is mould, mildew and UV-resistant.

Find out more about Eos Platform Lounger ›

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Very Simple Kitchen by Riccardo Randi

Very Simple Kitchen is a modular kitchen consisting of freestanding modules made entirely of stainless steel, created by Italian designer Riccardo Randi.

The modules comprise drawers, shelves, sinks, ovens, hobs and dishwashers that can be configured into varying arrangements using an online tool. These can be finished in brushed steel or powder-coated in a wide range of colours.

Find out more about Very Simple Kitchen ›

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Bed One by Manuel Aires Mateus for De La Espada

Bed One is an understated bed designed to highlight the charm of Douglas Fir wood, created by Lisbon-based architect Manuel Aires Mateus for De La Espada.

The bed is composed of five planks of the wood, which are finished in a white-pigmented Danish oil and wax, enabling the timber to retain its natural pale colour and wood grain.

Find out more about Bed One ›

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44 Stanley corridor carpet by Talk Carpet

44 Stanley is a corridor carpet informed by a wall mural found in Johannesburg, South Africa, created by flooring brand Talk Carpet.

The carpet features a bold pattern of playful graphic lines made with bright colours. It is available in a wide range of options including broadloom wall-to-wall carpet or as carpet tiles, with low-pile or wood and nylon-blend options.

Find out more about 44 Stanley ›

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WorkPod by Autonomous

WorkPod is a prefabricated outdoor office pod intended for focused work, designed by office furniture brand Autonomous.

The pod, which can be assembled in one day, is composed of 17 prefab components that are compatible with gravel, brick, grass and concrete. It is composed of floor-to-ceiling windows and oak and walnut wood panelling.

Find out more about WorkPod ›

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Whiz 2.0 luminaire by Meteor Lighting

Whiz 2.0 is an architectural luminaire intended for spaces with high ceilings, created by Meteor Lighting.

The light, which can come in a natatorium finish that allows it to be used in wet environments, can provide either direct or indirect lighting and can be adjusted between 3,000 and 5,000 Kelvin.

Find out more about Whiz 2.0 ›

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Aextra20 Pennsylvania tiles by Caesar Ceramics USA

Aextra20 Pennsylvania is an outdoor porcelain paving tile designed to mimic the appearance and texture of sandstone, created by Caesar Ceramics USA.

The pavers can be installed either directly onto grass, gravel or sand, as well as raised over the ground or fixed in place. They have an anti-slip finish and are available in blue and grey.

Find out more about Aextra20 Pennsylvania ›

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Style stoneware by Caesar Ceramics USA

Style is a family of porcelain tiles that comes in a palette of neutral shades, created by Caesar Ceramics USA.

The tiles, which are suitable for residential and commercial settings, have a matt finish and are frost-proof and chemical-resistant.

Find out more about Style ›

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JCPCDR Architecture uses oak wood throughout Paris Dental Studios

A curved wooden panel runs throughout this dental practice by Paris-based architecture studio JCPCDR Architecture.

The architecture studio was asked to create a "warm and laidback" environment as an antidote to traditional medical sites.

Top: Paris Dental Studios is an antidote to traditional clinical practices. Above: the designers used a warm oak wood throughout to create a relaxed atmosphere

The dental practice, which is located on the ground floor of a courtyard in Paris, had to balance the practical medical requirements of dentists with the relaxing atmosphere that patients were after.

"The dentists wanted us to imagine a space where the patient attending a much dreaded medical appointment would turn into a guest, enjoying a moment of self-care in a warm and welcoming atmosphere," said chief architect at JCPCDR Architecture Jean-Christophe Petillault.

The design had to combine pragmatism with creativity

"Being foremost a medical facility, the dental studio required a technical, very white and bright light, as well as a lot of specific equipment," he told Dezeen.

"Part of the challenge was to seamlessly blend these operational necessities into a welcoming and glamorous atmosphere."

The studio believes its design can change people's perception of visits to the dentist

To achieve this, the designers inserted a single, curving oak panel clad wall along the length of the studio – from the lobby right through to the last consultation room.

"We chose to work with wood as this material immediately brings a sense of homeliness and comfort," explained Petillault.

"Contrary to what a dentist appointment usually is, this space should not be intimidating."

Cushioned alcoves, bathroom furnishings and soft lighting add to the relaxed design

JCPCDR Architecture sourced the wood from eastern France where it was then assembled and dyed with a natural tone to create its deep, warm colour.

"The oak was chosen for its sustainability," said Petillault. "Compared to walnut for example, which grows very slowly, oak is easily renewable thanks to responsibly managed forests."

An oak wood from eastern France was used as it met the studio's environmental standards

The designers then wrapped the walls in the lobby and adjoining corridor in the solid oak wood, a manoeuvre that proved to be challenging.

The solid wood was tricky to shape, and we had to find design solutions that would make our idea functional and affordable," recalled Petillault.

"We adjusted all partitions and built-in furniture into one single angle and curve, that acts as a design key to the whole space," he added. "These curved partitions were built, and then the wood was shaped on the partitions."

To contrast the oak, the designers incorporated white doors and skylights

The same wood also features on the reception desk, over the arched doors and alcoves and inside the four consultation rooms. It also borders the sinks and storage cabinets in the bathrooms.

Neutral furnishings, white doors and skylights were added to the interior to help fill the studio with light and counter the dark colour of the wood.

"In order to harmonise and maximise the different ceiling heights and volumes, and to highlight the woodworks, the floors and ceilings have been left very neutral," said Petillault.

Large pipes and electrical ducts were left exposed to contrast the formal wooden cabinets and give the studio a "more contemporary and casual look".

The solid wood was used to disguise some of the dentist's equipment

The practice incorporates other small touches to make it feel more familiar than traditional dental studios. Lots of the dental equipment was hidden from the patient's view, contributing to the relaxed atmosphere.

A pink bathroom features towels, toothbrushes and bottles of water while soft lighting was incorporated to pare down the intense white light needed to perform dental procedures.

Other dental practices that aim to take the pain out of visits include a dental health treatment centre in Sao Paulo called SouSmile by architecture firm SuperLimão.

Photography is by David Foessel.

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Bernardes Arquitetura tops Rio de Janeiro villa with wing-shaped roof

Rio de Janeiro-based firm Bernardes Arquitetura has completed a home topped by a dramatic curved roof that is meant to resemble a bird's wing.

Located atop a hill in Rio, the residence is known as Asa House for its swooping roof shape – "asa" means "wing" in Portuguese.

The driveway cuts into the ground, dropping off guests at the lower level

The expansive property has a partially sunken lower level, with the main building placed on top, making the most of views across the lush site.

"The house creates a 'harmoniously contrasting' relationship between landscape and architecture through the articulation of partially underground spaces and emerging transparent volumes," Bernardes Arquitetura said in a project description.

A dramatic staircase leads visitors up to the main part of the home

The wood and granite-clad residence is accessed via a driveway that drops off guests and residents to a glass-enclosed foyer on the lower level. Here, a dramatic angled wooden staircase leads up to the main part of the house.

"The house's main social and living areas sit on top of this plinth in a volume made of glass and granite, which resembles a pavilion as seen from the garden," explained Bernardes Arquitetura.

On the garden side, the entire facade is comprised of sliding glass panels

The longitudinal home is laid out with separate living and dining rooms, both of which face the property's lush gardens. Full-height sliding glass walls front this entire face of the building, and are concealed within the walls when they are slid open.

The landscape portion of the project, which was designed by Isabel Duprat, uses species that are endemic to the site.

"The gardens have been designed with the use of native plants typical of the Atlantic Rainforest," Bernardes Arquitetura explained.

Slender granite slats cover the windows, shading the interiors and providing more privacy to the bedrooms

This entire volume is sheltered by the wing-inspired roof, which presents a smooth curvature when viewed from inside the living spaces.

"Its thin, curved roof (the 'wing') extends well beyond its limits, providing important environmental protection to living and dining areas," according to the architects.

Granite elements were also used for the home's minimalist interiors

At one end of this span is the kitchen, which is kept separate from the guest spaces, while the other end of the building is anchored by a home office.

The owner's suite is housed within a separate volume, perpendicular to the main part of the home. It contains separate bathrooms and walk-through closets, and culminates with a private terrace that offers the owners unique views of the surrounding forest.

Bernardes Arquitetura made the most of the lush site by building much of the structure underground

Slender granite slats partially cover the windows, while solid panels form the walls. According to the architects, the stone used here was sourced locally.

"Its granite facade and smaller windows provide more intimate views to the garden while protecting the privacy of the bedrooms," said Bernardes Arquitetura.

The subtle curvature of the roof is meant to resemble a bird's wing

This contrasts the main volume of the home, which is clad in native Brazilian wood species known as "freijó" and "cumaru".

Bernardes Arquitetos is led by Thiago Bernardes, and based in Rio de Janeiro since 2012. The studio has also completed a home made of pigmented concrete to match the surrounding mountains, and a renovation of a hotel overlooking Rio's iconic Ipanema beach.

The photography is by Fernando Guerra.

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University of East London students present Shed Life community workshop

Ten students from the University of East London present designs for a community workshop that aims to battle social exclusion in Dezeen's latest school show.

Called Shed Life, the group project forms part of the students' interior design master's course. The workshop, which will be built next year, is intended to be a creative space where local people of different generations can collaborate.

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University of East London

School: University of East London
Course: MA Interior Design
Tutor: Dr Anastasia Karandinou
Students: Dalal Abdullah, Omnia Al Temnah, Siclania Barroso, Georgette Ivette Wilthew Estefan, Mohammad Farahani, Maria Gradinar, Sonia Nohemy Medina Munoz, Atefeh Sargazi, Cherine Shawa, Gozde Tuncbilek, Teinane Chibuike Jesse Warekuromo and Yesim Yumrutas

School statement:

"Design of any scale responds to – and in parallel leads – cultural, political and social change. Our MA course examines the role of design in forming places, connections, communities in a socially and environmentally sustainable way, through speculative and pragmatic design exercises, some of which lead to real-life built projects."

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Shed Life community workshop 

"UEL MA Interior Design students have codesigned a community workshop to battle social exclusion. The UEL MA Interior Design Urban Livingroom Studio, led by Dr Anastasia Karandinou, collaborated with the Thames View Tenants Association and the Humourisk artistic director Susie Miller Oduniyi on the Shed Life project.

"This is a community workshop and meeting space, to be built next year. The Urban Livingroom Studio designed the interior of Shed Life as a space for creation and collaboration between local people of different generations.

"Design has been considered as a practice that both pragmatically and metaphorically addresses everyday social and political issues. The aim of this project was to raise awareness on the issue of social exclusion, isolation and loneliness, and actively empower the local community of Barking by designing this space, with them at the centre of the process.

Shed life is a codesigned community workshop that intends to tackle social exclusion

"The main activities to be hosted include a wood workshop, space for seminars, knowledge and skills exchange for small groups, computing and photography workshops, gallery wall, storage of some of the relevant equipment and tea and coffee making facilities. The interior involves elements that are flexible, removable and can be flat-packed.

"The users of this small space can transform it themselves into a gallery with exhibition walls for artwork, into a workshop with shelves and worktop surfaces, or into a more relaxed meeting place for them to share a tea.

"This project is part of an ongoing research and community engagement project aiming to battle loneliness and social isolation by designing and creating a place that welcomes collaboration, creation and interaction between locals. The project was developed in collaboration with a group of locals, with whom online and in-person workshops and consultations were organised.

Shed Life is a collaborative project as part of the students' MA Interior Design course

"The exterior shell of the building was designed by the UEL MArch students, led by Alan Chandler. The project is being developed in partnership with the Thames View Tennants association, the Humourisk and its director Susie Miller Oduniyi.

"It is supported by the following funders: National Lottery, Healthy New Towns and Thames Talk (Barking Riverside London), London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, Trust For London, Creekmouth Preservation Society, Barking and Dagenham Giving. All the students involved received the UEL Volunteering and Civic Engagement Award for their work on a meaningful and valuable for the local community real-life project.

"For further information visit the university's website."

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