Monday, November 29, 2010

TheCoolHunter.net


I just found this website and I think its the coolest thing ever. I was browsing online for some inspirational Aalvar Alto library photos, when I stumbled across this website filled with some of the craziest architecture designs I have ever seen. I came across from photo after photo of unique inspirational and classic architecture. 

It made me think about my own personal taste of architectural design, and if prompted if I would be able create different styles and not just my own? I always knew that I had a special place in my heart for architecture, but this helped me reaffirm my desire and rekindle the light for my motivation to pursue a career in architecture.

On the site I saw really modern and edgy designs that normally wouldn’t be considered as functional, but nonetheless attention grabbers the regular bystander. This site doesn’t just have architecture; it carries fashion, music, lifestyle, art, kids, gadgets, etc. Just as is the field of design, a broad spectrum of disciplines.

A lot of the designs make you think and wonder, “What sort of creative process did the architects go through in order to get their final product?” There is an amazing list of just a few of some of the worlds most unique designs. One of my favorites and reason for stumbling upon this site, is of a staircase that was done by Frank Gehry, The Art Gallery of Ontario. Simply put it is exquisite and of pure imagination.The staircase wraps itself along the existing building, lending itself to be formed with the help of the building. Unique details include an underlit rail that is only visible from within. The  design looks flawless and clean, yet modest and honest. Honest in the sense of the building materials that were used to build it, in a natural wood tone with visible grain marks.

I wanted to share this site because I accidentally stumbled across it while trying to find inspirational pictures, and I found it. I know that inspiration is sometimes hard to come by when you are in need of a great a great idea. Its part of the creative process that we all undergo. Its a critical one at that, without it we are stuck. 



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