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Tiny Tea House on Wheels

July 29, 2013 at 10:30 am

“The “Tea Room” with shoji screens, (3) tatami mats, a sunken tea warming hearth, Japanese style tub, two pull out drawers for storage under the raised floor, a “guest” entry door, an honoring alcove, and a traditional tea serving chest.
We choose to use black walnut accent wood around the guest entry door, loft edge trim, alcove slabs and ladder catch. This allowed us to express the stark contrast against the knotty pine walls.…”

From Oregon Cottage Company here.

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Funnel Wall Plays Music during Rain

July 14, 2013 at 11:00 am

“Located in Dresden, Germany, the small colorful house is built with some funnels on the wall and they’ll create charming (really?!) musical sound whenever the rain comes. Due to that interesting and unique idea, the wall is also one of the most enjoyable attractions in Dresden’s student district in the new town.”

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From Anonymous

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Bookcase Inspired by Shelter

July 1, 2013 at 12:30 pm

Lloyd…I made a piece of furniture that was largely inspired by the books you have authored and published.

   As a constant source of inspiration, your books have provided to this home builder, furniture builder and overall dreamer. Your books have given me shelter from the storm that is everyday life.

 I call this latest simple bookcase I carved my Shelter from the storm bookcase.

Here’s the link.

   Thanks,

Tohner (Jackson)

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Just Rollin Along…

June 28, 2013 at 12:30 pm

“The Wheel House is a live performance in which two acrobatic performers entertain audiences with the slow-paced rolling travel of their mobile home. The interior space of the circular home is designed to look just like a normal house, with doors, windows, curtains, pots and pans, and even a bed.…”

Click here.

Also on Vimeo here.

Sent to us by Mike W

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