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Jenn Thornton

Writer, Editor, Editorial Consultant

Jensen & Skodvin’s Bold Vision: Juvet Hotel as a Gateway to Norwegian Nature

Jenn Thornton May 31, 2023
The Landscape Juvet Hotel, designed by Jensen & Skodvin in northwestern Norway, offers a unique and authentic experience. Owner Knut Slinning’s deep connection to the land inspired the sustainable and nature-focused design. This innovative approach to architecture blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape, creating a truly immersive experience for guests.

Child Studio’s Mayfair Residence: A Contemporary Homage to Yves Saint Laurent

Jenn Thornton May 31, 2023
London-based design practice Child Studio has transformed a Mayfair residence into a suave blend of late-stage mid-century modernism and Art Deco. The interior features a mix of collectible furniture, sculptures, and art books, while a curvaceous fireplace and a sleek glass brick partition add to the artful ambiance.

Specht Architects: The Modernist Marvel of New Mexico Residence Sangre De Cristo

Jenn Thornton May 17, 2023
The New Mexico Residence Sangre De Cristo, designed by Specht Architects, offers a modernist twist on Santa Fe’s traditional adobe style. Situated on a hilltop, the house harmonizes panoramic mountain views with the need for shade and climate protection. Specht Architects creatively embraced the region’s architectural restrictions while infusing fresh elements.

A New Way in Old Japan: Maana Homes

Jenn Thornton May 17, 2023
Maana Homes, an independent hospitality brand co-founded by Irene Chang and Hana Tsukamoto, is redefining luxury by creating serene environments within historic machiya townhouses. Combining traditional Japanese carpentry techniques with modern comforts, Maana Kyoto offers a soulful space that reflects Japan’s culture of simplicity.

Bruno Gaudin Architectes Redefines the National Library of France with Stunning Renovation

Jenn Thornton April 19, 2023
The Bibliothèque Nationale de France, or the National Library of France, located in Paris, is a historic structure that has undergone a modern facelift. The project was carried out by Bruno Gaudin Architectes, and it took 15 years and two phases to complete the renovation of the structure. The library was initially founded during imperial times, and it has survived calamities, including two world wars, and various scattershot repairs.

The Chic & Effortless Design of Yabu Pushelberg’s East Hamptons Home

Jenn Thornton April 19, 2023
Yabu Pushelberg, the award-winning international design studio founded by George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg, have created their East Hamptons home in the fashionable hamlet of Amagansett, Long Island, New York. The house is located on sand dunes and is designed with clean lines, sharp corners, and wood-slat glass walls that offer a view of the watery and windswept panorama beyond.

Revolutionizing the Suburban Landscape: Gregory Phillips’ Berkshire House II

Jenn Thornton April 5, 2023
London-based studio Gregory Phillips Architects has completed a modernist residence, Berkshire House II, in a suburban English village in Berkshire, in place of a childhood home. The house achieves a balance of new and enduring, and the studio’s broader cross-project aim of creating contemporary yet timeless homes.

KRAK. Architects’ Conceptual House Seamlessly Integrated into Crete’s Mythic Surroundings

Jenn Thornton March 22, 2023
Casa Katana, a stunning residential design by Greece-based KRAK. Architects, is making waves in the architectural world. Situated in the mythic surrounds of Crete, the subterranean dwelling is an integration of the terrain, creating minimal visual disturbance and preserving the natural beauty of the site, defying conventional description and drawing inspiration from the timeless principles of minimalism and attention to detail.