Few months ago, we’ve featured Graham & Brown‘s wallpaper design Shape and Form collection, we are now pleased to present the newest collection from Graham & Brown, Ulterior. This collection combines bold, graphic and ornate designs with matt and luster effects for a glamorous boutique look.

Inspired by the growing trend for structured masculine designs, the collection draws its inspiration from checker board patterns, bold swirling rhythmic repeats, and the intricate detailing of tribal markings.

Stylish and contemporary, the color palette ranges from rich plums, blues and charcoal, to softer vintage shades of sand, putty and gold.

The 5 design statements are exaggerated by the specific in-register embosses which adds to the products three dimensional quality and gives extra durability. The designs are:

Ulterior collection - Ulterior, image courtesy Graham & Brown

• Ulterior – This rhythmic pattern has a masculine edge, its graphic form accentuated by the printed shadow work and deep emboss.

Ulterior collection - Tailor, image courtesy Graham & Brown

• Tailor – A checker board effect is created by using subtle tones and contrasting textures.

Ulterior collection - Heston, image courtesy Graham & Brown

• Heston – The simple stratum effect used on this design creates a stunning vertical texture. Each layer gently builds on the last to create a subtle three dimensional effect.

Ulterior collection - Chelsea, image courtesy Graham & Brown

• Chelsea – Simple tribal markings are over layered and entwined to create a dramatic ethnic print.

Ulterior collection - Saville, image courtesy Graham & Brown

• Saville – Ornamental and simple. The swirls in this design are line drawn with glitter for a soft finish. This graphic shape is combined with luscious metallic’s for an industrial look.

The Ulterior wallcoverings are a great way to make a bold statement and add a smart contemporary look to interiors. Please visit the Graham & Brown website at www.grahambrown.com to view the vast selection of designs for your interior decoration needs.

Last month, we featured C. F. Møller Architects‘ the winning Ferry Terminal project in Stockholm’s new high-profile environmental development Norra Djurgaardsstaden. Recently, C. F. Møller Architects has won another competition in the same area, the competition for 18 sustainable town houses.

The Sustainable Town Houses in Stockholm - MASSING DIAGRAM, drawing courtesy C. F. Møller Architects

+ Project description courtesy C. F. Møller Architects

Hammarby Sjöstad in Stockholm is known worldwide as an exemplary example of how a former industrial port area can be transformed into a sustainable urban development. Now Stockholm is planning yet another high-profile environmental area on the harbourfront called Norra Djurgaardsstaden. Here, C. F. Møller Architects has won the competition for a town house development.

The Sustainable Town Houses in Stockholm, rendering courtesy C. F. Møller Architects

The Sustainable Town Houses in Stockholm, rendering courtesy C. F. Møller Architects

The Sustainable Town Houses in Stockholm - VISUAL DIAGRAM, drawing courtesy C. F. Møller Architects

The town houses, 18 in total, will be neighbouring a former gasworks, which will house the district's cultural centre, as well as Husarviken, which flows into the archipelago, and the Stockholm National City Park. The architecture is inspired by the gasworks' red bricks and simple geometry and by the area's green qualities.

The residences, five different types all in all, will be built as staggered modules, a solution creating unique homes with rich daylighting and splendid views of the waterside. The design also gives room to private outdoor spaces and terraces.

The project makes it possible to live a modern life based on sustainable solutions.

The Sustainable Town Houses in Stockholm - ESD DIAGRAM, drawing courtesy C. F. Møller Architects

The aim of the Norra Djurgaardsstaden housing district is to adapt to global climate changes, so that in 2030 the district will no longer make use of fossil fuels – and thereby not contribute to the emission of CO2. The energy consumption of the living units will not exceed 55 kWh/m²/year, including a maximum of 15 kWh/ m²/year used for electricity.

The energy consumption will be minimized by means of the massing of the buildings, for example, the town houses are staggered in order to maximize daylight and have dense constructions. Also contributing are solutions such as intelligent lighting, solar panels for heating, and heat recovery.

Characteristic for the town houses will also be green roofs with e.g. wild honeysuckle and herbs, which – along with a landscaped pond in the common yard – will collect rainwater, convert CO2, and provide a fertile ground for biodiversity.

The sustainable approach is continuous throughout the building life cycle – from construction phase to operational phase and a possible later decomposition phase, i.e. Cradle to Cradle Design.

The Sustainable Town Houses in Stockholm - TYPICAL FLOOR PLAN, drawing courtesy C. F. Møller Architects

+ Project credits / data

Project: Sustainable Town Houses
Location: Norra Djurgaardsstaden, Stockholm, Sweden
Prizes: 1st prize in competition
Year of competition: 2010
Construction period: 2010 -
Architect: C. F. Møller Architects | Berg Arkitektkontor
Client: Byggnadsfirman Erik Wallin AB

+ All images, drawing courtesy C. F. Møller Architects