DesignSpec Journal
How interior design and architecture can inspire other art forms like jewelry design. DesignSpec Co-Founder Fiona Sanipelli interviews Italian-American jewelry designer living in New York City, Suna Bonometti to discuss the artist’s inspiration and influences.
Image Created Using AI From Archi…..With the latest development of artificial intelligence (AI), creative industries are experiencing a true revolution. We’re still unsure how this will affect humanity long term, but it has undoubtedly brought significant transformations to interior design. AI technologies are revolutionizing the way designers conceptualize, create, and execute their ideas. DesignSpec is taking a closer look at how AI is progressively affecting creativity in the interior design industry and discussing its game-changing implications for the future.
The weight of the modern world has awakened a deep need for getaway destinations. If you’re ever in Flagstaff, Arizona, be sure to check out the High Country Motor Lodge. This hospitality gem is inspired by the mountain landscapes and the 1960s roadside culture, with references to contemporary architecture and vintage style.
Specification writing for casegoods within large hospitality projects can feel a bit daunting at times, but we’ve compiled several best practices to help you specify your casegoods efficiently.
Eunji Kim and Irene Yu of STUDIOETTE reveal the process, partnerships and spec writing for their latest project. As a Designer, the projects that become the most fun are the ones you truly get to influence the concept. Your direction may not always be immediately clear, but after that first spark of creativity, the idea […]
Using DesignSpec software, the Post Company team brought to life a unique bakery preserving its French-Italian heritage. France and Italy are well-known for their rich history, beautiful architecture, and divine cuisine. Post Company has brought this all together in a new restaurant & bakery called Raf’s, located at 290 Elizabeth Street (the former home of Parisi […]
I started my design career in Canada after completing a bachelor’s degree in Architecture from University of Manitoba. I began in hospitality and spent 3+ years designing restaurants in Winnipeg, including one of Canada’s top 10 restaurants, Segovia. Even at the beginning, I focused on designing art, feature walls and unique elements for spaces–I love […]
Recently named by Travel + Leisure as one of the “Best New Resorts in the World”, as well as “The 10 Best New Resorts in the U.S.” Canoe Place is a jewel of the Hamptons, drawing visitors from all over the globe. Local New Yorkers and tourists alike are more than happy to make the […]
As a fourth generation accomplished artist in a long lineage of designers and inventors, Josh Raiffe has been inspired to create art since childhood. He always loved to experiment with different mediums but after he went to college for sculpture at the Tyler School of Art, he discovered glass blowing and fell in love with […]
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