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“I think a life properly lived is just learn, learn, learn all the time.”

—Charlie Munger

02.

Homing In: Kevin McCloud.

In this episode of ‘Homing In’, the podcast from the team behind The Modern House, Matt Gibberd turns the proverbial lens on Grand Designs presenter Kevin McCloud, asking how the homes he’s lived in have shaped him, and where he sees himself in the future.

—via The Modern House

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Prospect Cottage Model Kit

A kit to make your own model of the late artist and activist Derek Jarman’s Prospect Cottage. Sitting on the expansive windswept shingles in Dungeness, this iconic Victorian fisherman’s hut turned sanctuary has inspired artists for 30 years. This flatpack kit contains the panels, detailing and instructions to recreate your own miniature wood and card version.

—via Postcard Models

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A Paper Mill Reborn.

When architect Yuichi Hashimura of Studio Hashimura was approached by seventh-generation washi paper maker and artist Gen Taniguchi to design his family’s new paper mill and workshop, Hashimura began by considering the traditional craft’s extensive handmade processes, but with a contemporary outlook. 

—via Design Anthology

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A Year in Review.

Time to reflect on this extraordinary journey, but first, a confession… In the midst of immersing ourselves in the craft we love, it's easy to overlook the rich tapestry of experiences and the considerable ground we’ve covered this year. So today, we are taking a moment to pause and appreciate some of the epic milestones we've collectively achieved in 2023.

—via Hyde + Hyde Architects

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5 Books for the Year 2023.

As we bidded farewell to another year, we took time to reflect on the literary treasures that caught our attention this year in conversations in and around the studio. In this review, we delve into design director Kristian Hydes 5 books of 2023. Each tome hopes to offer a unique perspective on life, creativity, and the human experience.

—via Hyde + Hyde Architects

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