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A New Giant Sets Foot in NYC: Meganom’s Skyscraper Design Unveiled

June 1, 2017 Sabrina Syed 0

Moscow-based architecture practice Meganom has unveiled their design for a supertall luxury skyscraper in Manhattan. The parcel, on 262 Fifth Avenue is located in the city’s NoMad neighborhood near Madison Square Park. The developer, Israeli-Russian Boris Kuzinez from Five Points Development is the owner of the parcel and had submitted plans in September 2016. Kuzinez and Meganom have previously worked together on several projects, including the award-winning Tsvetnoy Central Market in Moscow. 262 Fifth Avenue will be the debut project in the U.S. for both, and the skyscraper will be the tallest ever built by a Russian architect in America. 

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Shop Houzz: Bar Stools Under $199 (157 photos)

June 1, 2017 Houzz 0

A fresh set of bar stools is a quick way to change the look of your kitchen. Mix and match designs for an eclectic vibe or select a set for uniformity. Find a design that speaks to your seating style with this collection of stools on sale. Sale ends J…

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VTN Architects Design Stacked Glass Block Headquarters in Ho Chi Minh City

June 1, 2017 Patrick Lynch 0

VTN Architects (Vo Trong Nghia Architects) has revealed plans for the Nanoco Head Office, a stacked glass box structure that will house the headquarters and flagship showroom for electrical corporation Fortune Electric. Known for their implementation of greenery into their elevations and roofscapes, VTN’s scheme introduces a new element into their typical palette, a glass block facade that will allow the building to turn into a neighborhood beacon in the evenings.