Blue Duck Tavern

Location: Washington, D.C.
Designer: Tony Chi

I love that this space doesn't seem to try to hard. The design is timeless and appears effortless. The wood tones, custom shaker benches and furniture paired with classic Cherner armchairs creates a serene vibe that is sure to be a hit for a long time.
(I hear the food is pretty great, too!)






All photos found via Apartment Therapy

W New York



Name: W Hotel New York; The living Room Bar &Terrace
Location: New York, Financial District
Designer: Graft Studio

I love the sculptural aesthetics about this interior. Everything else seems to take a backseat which really allows the organic and flowing nature of the ceiling to shine. I also enjoy seeing the sculptural component continue outside, onto the terrace. This interior reminds me of a few of the 3d models I created in 3ds Max.


Photos via the W Hotels website

A snow day break



Name: Mann House
Location: New Zeeland
Designer: BVNArchitecture


I don't typically post residential architecture, and as a general rule, wont make it a habit. There are some residential works that absolutely beg for an exception though. This retreat is one of those! After all of this snow we are getting in the midwest (20 beautiful inches in chicago so far!) I thought this gem would make the perfect escape.

Buvette

Name: Buvette
Location: New York, NY

Give me an exposed brick wall and tin ceilings any day. Add in the beautiful wood, marble bar and amazing light fixture created by Warren Muller and you have show-stealer. Simple {french} food done well, great concept, beautiful graphics, and a great interior design? I have no worries that this place will succeed. Chef and owner, Jody Williams opened the doors today, so get over there and check it out!


Photos via GrubStreet, NY

Brasserie Harkema


Name: Brasserie Harkema
Location: Amsterdam
Love it or hate it: The balance between bright, bold colors and clean, straight-forward design has me wishing I had a ticket across the pond. Keeping the menu and design true to the idea of simple and quality without pretense is truly what makes this place a gem. The building it sits in was once an old tobacco factory, too!


All photos via Brasserieharkema.nl

The Liberty Hotel & Clink



Name: The Liberty Hotel & Clink
Location: Boston, MA
What I Love: This beautiful building used to be a prison, built in 1851 by Boston architect Gridley James Fox Bryant. I love that they kept the original character of both the building and prison. The scale of the space is breath taking and you the history permeates throughout the entire space. Clink features photos of notable criminals who stayed here and showcases the old bars of the cells. I definitely recommend grabbing walking around the space a bit, grabbing a drink at clink and mingling outside on the terrace on the next summer night you find yourself in Boston.

Drawing of the original building
Found here



Lobby
Found here

Guest Room
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Clink Restaurant
Images found here


The Slanted Door



Name: The Slanted Door
Location: San Francisco, CA
Designer: Olle Lundberg
What I Love: I typically like the architecture and designs created by Lundberg. I enjoy the blend of natural elements mixed with the sleek modern design and I love the view from the large windows out onto the bay that was once my back yard.
The only downfall of the design for me is the light wood and the overall feeling of being too open, at moments it boarders on being stark. Thankfully the food, location, and history of the building make up for any short-coming of design.


Photo via SF Gate