Saint Jakobus Church was originally built in 1870. Located in The Netherlands city of Utrecht, it stood abandoned for some time. When church ceremonies and operations ceased in 1991, it was used sparingly as a showroom for antique furniture and concerts and special events. In 2007, Zecc Architects proposed a residential conversion to restore life…
LOFTY DREAMS Photograph by Vanden Eeckhoudt-Creyf Architectes via Reddit Every day at 5pm the Sifter will post the picture of the day PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SEE ALL ‘PICTURES OF THE DAY’
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The stunning Static House in Jakarta, Indonesia is designed by architecture firm TWS & Partners. The incredible 800 square meter (8,600+ sq. ft), 4-bedroom house house features two magnificent courtyards that help maximize the outdoor space from within. There’s even a gorgeous pool which helps reflect the natural light during the day. A truly magnificent…
Parisian photographers Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre took a trip to Detroit to capture the urban decay of a once thriving city. In their book The Ruins of Detroit, Yves and Romain photograph abandoned buildings, offering a chilling look into a city in decline. Photograph by Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre | Buy…
The Shaft House by architect Reza Aliabadi, is a gorgeous contemporary home located in Toronto, Canada. Restricted to a width of 20 feet (6 meters), Reza has designed a unique, detached oasis that centers around a central ‘shaft’ of natural light. At 2.5 stories and 1,400 square feet of interior space (130 sq. m), the…
CAPE TOWN STADIUM, SOUTH AFRICA – Photograph by Bruce Sutherland Between these walls, dreams come true. Legends are born, rivalries are made and the agony of defeat always lingers. They bring people together for the love of sport and competition. For us, it’s the thrill of the game and the chance to witness something remarkable.…
Completed in 2010, this stunning 8,000 sq ft (743 sq m) residence by Belzberg Architects is one of the finest the Sifter has seen. Located in Kona, Hawaii, the property is situated between volcanic mountain ranges to the east and ocean horizons to the west. Photographed beautifully by Benny Chan, my only wish was that…
The challenge was simple. Design a pedestrian footbridge over one of the busiest districts in Istanbul, Turkey. Faith Vatan Street was not only a major route for automobile and pedestrian traffic, but there’s also a tram route cutting through the middle of the district too. Below you will find the winning proposal from Paris-based design…
As of today, January 6, 2011, this mega-mansion located at 9 High Point Road in Toronto, is not only the most expensive listing in Toronto, but all of Canada! There are two pieces of land listed in the Vancouver area for over $30 million, but this is the current front-runner for houses in Canada. Located…
If you’re a regular reader of the Sifter you’re familiar with my real estate fascination. I love posting all types of homes. From the unique and interesting to the grand and opulent. Below you will find a collection of the Sifter’s Top 10 Homes from 2010. Click any picture or link to be…
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