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Israeli development company Control Centres Belgium chose American architect Michael Graves for its Astrid Hotel project because his design proposal reflected the character of Antwerp architecture. The design also incorporated design elements of its surrounding community and of Flemish art. However, Graves has to contend with differences in design concepts and practices between Americans and Europeans such as the use of materials, sense of space and the architect's involvement in a construction project. Despite these, the joint efforts between Graves and Belgian firms are getting along well.
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SERA Architects and Interiors of Portland, OR designed the Portland offices for Nike's two new divisions, Side 1 and i.e. The work spaces are skewed at an angle to the building, and the materials used reflect both the casual ethic of Nike and the refinement suited to a corporate environment. A sense of movement is conveyed by a curved wall and dramatic atrium, evoking the dynamic Nike logo and the energetic design of its shoes.
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The Dana Buchman Showroom in Manmhattan, New York, NY, was designed by Clodagh Design International. Architect Robert Pierpoint and his team provided the showroom with a serene environment based on the landscape of Tuscany, Italy. The decorations and fixtures accentuate the gold and yellow interiors while display areas are fitted with rack dividers arranged according to a Chinese tradition of geomancy.
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