The Aesthete Issue 5, By Home Designing: Look Up

Curvy ceilings, 80s discos and zen mats...                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Forwarded this email? [Subscribe here]() for more [The Aesthete Issue 5, By Home Designing: Look Up]( Curvy ceilings, 80s discos and zen mats... [The Aesthete]( Feb 13   [READ IN APP](   Design by [Shaygan Shamlou]( In this edition of The Aesthete, we dive into a design technique that's been used to make ceilings interesting since Ancient Egypt, groove in a bathroom that looks straight out of an '80s disco, and chuckle over a coffee table mimicking giant chiclet gums. It's going to be a fascinating ride! First, we shine a spotlight on the timeless elegance and architectural sophistication of barrel vault ceilings. A hallmark of classical architecture, the barrel vault ceiling graces interiors with its semi-cylindrical arch, creating a sense of openness and grandeur. Beyond its undeniable aesthetic appeal, the barrel vault offers numerous advantages, including enhanced acoustics, the illusion of added space, and the ability to distribute light evenly throughout a room. This architectural feature not only elevates the design of a space but also imbues it with a historical richness, blending form and function in a way that is both visually striking and practically beneficial. As we explore various interiors adorned with this magnificent ceiling, we invite you to discover the unique charm and architectural genius that the barrel vault brings to spaces, both modern and traditional. Via [Compass]( By [Ashley Childers]( By [Studio North]( By [Lake|Flato Architects]( BY [KRUMDIECK]( Spatially Pleasing By [Ana Maytahuari]( If this room were a person, it'd be the well-traveled uncle with an endless supply of stories that start with "This one time, in a remote village..." The living room has a rich tapestry of culture with masks that look like they've got more passport stamps than a diplomat. The blend of rustic woods and patterned textiles is like a perfectly brewed cultural latte—exotic, earthy, with a hint of 'I support local artisans'. So, grab a seat on the sofa that's as comfortable as it looks and let the walls tell you their stories. By [Store Architecture]( Ah, the great outdoors... wait, no, the great indoors pretending to be outdoors! Here we have a space that’s a bit of a rebel—it can’t decide if it’s a courtyard or a dining room, so it just goes ahead and says, “Why not both?” It’s where Mother Nature pops in for a cup of tea and decides to stay because she likes the modern gray flooring. You've got greenery throwing shapes better than a 90s dance crew and a bench looking like it just rolled off the Scandinavian design shop floor, all cozy and inviting. If walls could talk, these would say, "I’m chic, I’m cool, and I can pull off wearing plants better than you!" Perfect for a serene game of hide and seek, if you’re hiding from your responsibilities. By [Menna Refaat]( Welcome to the bathroom that decided it was high time to break free from the mundane and dive headfirst into a pool of pop art and neon lights! This is where the 80s threw a party and never left. The mirror looks like a glowing portal to a universe where Bowie is president and every day is a disco. If bathrooms had personalities, this one would be the life of the party, telling jokes you never get but laugh at anyway. It’s bold, it’s brash, it’s the bathroom that whispers, “Go ahead, wear that glitter. No one’s watching.” By [Evgeniy Zhdanov]( Feast your eyes on the 'I-have-arrived' office, where the books are just for show because, let's be honest, who’s got time to read when there are peacocks on the wall? This is the kind of room where you make decisions that aren’t just big; they’re grandiose. Welcome to the boardroom of the bourgeoisie, my friend. Step into the bedroom where Zen meets Zaha Hadid. Look up, and you'll find a chandelier that's doing its best impression of a firework frozen mid-explosion—because who doesn't want to sleep under a sky of suspended light sabers? The bed is a marshmallow fortress, the perfect cocoon for when you need to escape the harsh reality of daily life. Landscape Love By Russel Page Ah, the early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese, and here we have a garden that's clearly been visited by a whole host of early birds, meticulously carving out hedges into geometric delights! It’s as if the gardeners took their rulers and compasses more seriously than a geometry teacher prepping for the Pythagorean theorem. You've got your classic reflecting pool there, so still and clear, you'd half expect Narcissus to be found gazing lovingly at his own reflection. And let's not overlook our stone friends, who seem to be having quite the contemplative moment, frozen in time, probably pondering the eternal question: "Did we leave the oven on?" The hedges are trimmed with such precision, it's like they were cut by a laser, or perhaps by a squadron of tiny, garden-ninja fairies with microscopic scissors. It’s a beautiful blend of man’s meticulousness and nature’s nonchalance, captured just as the sun decides to play hide and seek through the foliage. Truly, a slice of Eden... if Eden had a groundskeeper with an obsession for right angles. Objects Of Desire [Tavolo Morbido Coffee Table]( This delightful coffee table by [Studio Mignone]( looks like it's made out of giant chiclet gums, and let me tell you, the flavors must be sophisticated pastel. If Tetris taught us anything, it's that organization can be fun, and this table is the living room equivalent of a perfect game. Just don’t try to nibble on the corners when you’re bored—these blocks are strictly for resting your art books and ironic coasters. And you can customize their colors. [Sand Mat]( Sand, oh Sand, not just any grainy companion by your door, but a zen-like tribute that would make any Japanese garden blush with pride. Cloaked in the serene beige that only the most enlightened of color palettes could conjure, this creation by [Kristine Five Melvær]( doesn't just welcome you home; it hums a little "om" for your soles. [Paris Oil Lamp]( Ah, behold "Paris," the oil lamp by Department, the little green orb of luminosity that's more chic than a French boutique and sure to make even the Eiffel Tower wink with envy. It’s as if a bunch of elegant fairies decided to craft a magical globe, then got distracted by a shiny piece of gold and thought, "Let's throw that in too!" Art Radar [Textured Wall Art]( Untitled by [Gordon Walters]( A New Day By [Pascal Campion]( One For The Classics The Magpie by Joseph Caraud On Our Coffee Table Dive into "Architectural Digest at 100: A Century of Style," a compendium that celebrates a storied tapestry of design and panache. It's a visual odyssey showcasing the pinnacle of interior and architectural splendor across a vibrant century. Every page unfurls an illustrious narrative, with photography that seduces the eye and stories that capture the imagination. From celebrity sanctuaries to architectural marvels, this book is an opulent chronicle of spaces that resonate with elegance and innovation. Perfect for gracing any coffee table, it invites readers to a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the world's most extraordinary homes—a true collector's item for the design aficionado. Wallpaper Drop Palette Power Here is a neat quintet of a palette: a deep blue with the depth of the midnight sky, a refined beige with a penchant for café culture, a taupe that's the embodiment of a knowing smirk, a cozy ivory that’s like a warm hug from an old friend, and a red that dances flamenco through the night. Together, they don't just paint a picture—they tell a story with a plot twist. Wordly Pleasures Absorb what is useful, discard what is useless, and add what is uniquely your own. — Bruce Lee [Upgrade to paid]( You're currently a free subscriber to [The Aesthete](. For the full experience, [upgrade your subscription.]( [Upgrade to paid](   [Like]( [Comment]( [Restack](   © 2024 The Aesthete 548 Market Street PMB 72296, San Francisco, CA 94104 [Unsubscribe]() [Get the app]( writing]()