A Connecticut Long House

We love the dynamic between original and renovation in this update of an 18th Connecticut long house, from the NYC firm O'Neill Rose. Working in tune with the landscape, the designers brought a definitive sense of lightness to the structure, orienting the porch toward the adjacent lake. The playful interior, with a spacious kitchen and colorful mud room, speaks to the homeowners goal of bring family together to the summer. Got us thinking about summer! Find more at Remodelista.

Tortus Copenhagen

We can't help but love these ceramics from Tortus Copenhagen. Birthed from the minds of master potters Eric Landon and Karin Blach Nielsen, each piece is truly the product of its creator. Fostered by the 19th century building that serves as their studio, the duo finds as much satisfaction in the process as in the product. For more, visit Remodelista.

The Exbury Egg

Discovered on designboom, we found ourselves drawn to the elegant construction of this collaborative project from the UK's PAD Studio, the SPUD Group, and artist Stephen Turner. The project was developed as a "temporary, energy efficient self-sustaining work space for artist Stephen Turner in the estuary of the River Beaulieu." The shape and scale inspire curiosity from a distance, while traditional boat-building techniques and the use of western red cedar make for a dynamic and not a little bit inspiring interior. For more, visit designboom and The Exbury Egg. 

Swedish, to Inspire...

Yet more inspiration from our favorite Scandinavian design blogger, Emma Fexeus. Currently for sale in Gothenburg, Sweden, there's not a lot to complain about in this classically built, tastefully arranged apartment. A predictable but well chosen monochromatic pallet is off-set with flashes of color and vintage finds. Be sure to visit emmas designblog for more. Find sales information and photos here.

Magis x Bouroullec

Following in the footsteps of their Steelwood Galva chairs, design duo Ronan+Bouroullec introduce the Theca sideboard for Magis. Continuing their successful use of metal-stamping, Theca combines stamped aluminum with hardwood elements to create a notably appealing flat-pack design. Available in in either anodized or black finish (We're pretty keen on the black...) Find out more at  Magis and Ronan+Bouroullec. Via designboom.