Friday, July 20, 2012

Modern Oriental | A New Approach to Chinese Design



I loving the subtle hints of oriental elements in this house by Burnham Design.



The Buddha lamps and the rug pattern... such a sophisticated and modern way to bring in Chinese elements.



The sofa fabric and rug pattern remind me of traditional Chinese window fretwork.


















I love this amazing wall paneling and the sleek shape of the lamps.



 Another beautiful Asian-inspired apartment by Francesca Herrera.




Speaking of Asian design, when I hear Chinese garden / architecture, this is what I have in my very typical Asian mind:



But who knew it can look like this:



The Suzhou Museum by the ingenious architect, I. M. Pei
What a fresh approach on Chinese architecture!   


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