moved permanently - visit: WWW.ROZKODESIGN.COM/WKD/

Website Relocation

Sunday, January 31, 2010

I want to thank all the viewers of EcoDesignFreak.

It has been a pleasure learning and sharing information together. That goal has not been diminished in time, quite the opposite actually. This page has developed into something more substantial and can now be found at the link below:

ROZKODESIGN.COM

"Rozko Design is dedicated to architectural conversations based on theories and practice. In addition, it’s a response to the saturation of design and lack of inherent quality consuming our markets. Along with a more positive affirmation of, arguably, brilliant design.

The industry of architecture and design is a destructive process at it’s most fundamental stages, where it should be a model to other industries.

RD+A is forward thinking and multidisciplinary by nature. This includes looking at design history, current conditions and the future path[s] being developed.

Design has always been a human creation that battles between the thin line of art and function. Unlike most industries there is no perfect formula or sum for that in which we create. There are however conditions that [us] designers use in constructing ideas. It is these tools and education[s] that the public relies on.

WE KILL DESIGN asks critical questions about the accepting of such “things” as architecture and design."

Labels: Alex Rozko, Architecture, Blog, Blogging, Design, Eco Design Freak, Education, Green, Interior, Learning, Philanthropy, RD+A, Sustainable, Vendors, We Kill Design, WKD

Eco-Valcucine Kitchens

Monday, November 9, 2009

Eco-Valcucine Blog
Valcucine Website

Valcucine has gained a reputation for over 27 years as a leader in ECO-FRIENDLY KITCHEN DESIGN. From experience I can attest that designers and consumers alike are constantly impressed with Valcucine's equipment. The hardware and mechanisms are like no other. The designs are infinite. The minimalist workspaces and storage solutions are without a doubt some of the most elegant on the market.

This is a company with values as well. You'll instantly be greeted by reliable customer service, portfolio of award winning kitchen designs, higher standard of installation and thoughtfulness to the environment.

Labels: Blogging, Contemporary, Custom, Design, Environmental, Kitchen, Minimalist, Modern

The Art Institute of Chicago A tour of Renzo Piano's Modern Wing

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Labels: Addition, Architecture, Design, Millenium Park, Museum, Renzo Piano, The Art Institute of Chicago, Tour

Architecture Photograhy & Image Reference

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

PLASTIC HOUSE IMAGE ABOVE IS FROM THE FOLLOWING LINK & NOT EXCLUSIVE OF ECO.DESIGN.FREAK .

From GRADUATE DEGREE BLOG:

100 Amazing Flickr Collections for Architecture Buffs

"Flickr is a great resource for finding photos and learning about what’s in our world. Users from around the world share their images-and lots of them are great for architectural research and inspiration. Now you don’t need to travel across the world to experience some of the world’s greatest architectural treasures because here you’ll find 100 excellent collections of buildings, details, and more."

"These collections celebrate architecture in general."

Labels: Architecture, Art, Blogging, Design, Flickr, Photography, Reference, Resources

Who Said Being An Architect Was Hard Work?

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Find out more from TREEHUGGER.COM

Labels: Architecture, Concrete, Design, Minimalist, Modern, Prefab, Residential, Treehugger

Objectified Documentary - Trailer

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Objectified Website

Labels: Contemporary, Design, Documentary, Film, History, Modern, Trailer

Global Furniture

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Located at Lake Mendota, near the UN-Madison memorial Union Terrace shoreline.

You may find Artist/Designer, Hongtao Zhou, creating blissfully pristine furniture pieces out of snow [season depending]. Concerning the direction global warming is melting towards, Mr. Zhou, has created an installation in response.

Mr. Zhou:
"The furniture is in connection with the lake, the land(architecture), the air and the people and complete a sustainable life cycle with minimum environmental impact."

"My hope is that the climate furniture can help raise awareness of sustainable design with less or without negative impact."

"Following the weather changes, the furniture will back into the lake and become a part of the water body again and complete their beautiful green life cycle."

It's this type of creativeness, thoughtfulness and sensory reaction to a growing problem that brings awareness and urgency. It's difficult to truly appreciate how grave this issue is. We throw statistics around, make charts and even try and document the catastrophes, but somehow we lose the human scale/ proportion.

Labels: Art, Design, Furniture, Global Warming, Green, Hongtao Zhou, Sustainability

Eco-Fireplace

Sunday, February 10, 2008

I realize it's been awhile since ecodesignfreak has made a post. My hope is that this one will be the spark to ignite an inspiring fire of many more to come.

Wouldn't it be nice if we could have the that romantic relaxing moment by a fire and not feel guilty for what it's doing to our environment? To all my fellow hopeless romantic treehuggers out there, now we can! Thanks to ecosmart-fire not only can we enjoy those much needed serene moments, but you can do it in style.

So put away that organic cotton blanket, make a cup of organic tea and curl up next to that special someone and enjoy the heat.

Labels: Design, Product

Scrapile

Friday, December 21, 2007

B rooklyn Furniture Designers - SCRAPILE

Even small efforts make a huge impact. Two designers, Carlos Salgado and Bart Bettencourt, have turned scrap wood at various shops into remarkably beautiful pieces of furniture. This reassures me that it only takes a small idea to impress people and make your true passions and dreams come true.

The concept of furniture should strike a major chord for designers. We should feel the sense of responsibility to research and specify only pieces that have a function and purpose. Putting aesthetic aside, spaces are meant to be designed with intent.

How is the space used?
What activities will be performed?
Who and how many will occupy the area?
How modular or permanent is the space?
Is it a private or public space?
Should it feel intimate or spacious?
What are the key elements, focus points and introductions of other elements?
Is it working harmoniously with nature or in contrast with it?
How does the space affect you and improve your experience?

It's easy to fill up a space with "things', typically unnecessary and often inarticulate to it's function and purpose. We see this most often in suburban homes where the family room exist. These rooms are mostly the first room when entering, extremely large, disproportioned and resembles more of a museum than a functioning space.

You might see an increasing used term called, minimalism developing. From a designers position I would say this is a good transition. Minimalism condones a feeling of emptiness and coldness. Designed properly that connotation can be dismissed completely. When exceptional minimalism works, it is highly detailed, intricate and complex, while appearing simple. If a bare wall exist, it should exist to highlight its texture-light-drama [to name a few possibilities]. In almost the same way that a window should be placed with absolute precision. It should be a statement, art, a moment of bliss and enlightenment. This element can and should be found in even the smallest, most awkward and unintentional places. This is where we reach a level of distinction and harmony.

Labels: Design, Resources

3deluxe - it's DANISH it's GOOD

Sunday, December 9, 2007

3deluxe
Leonardo Class Cube [video]

Design has a means of employing a sense of power and intelligence that seems effortless in its maturest form. I have formulated the perception and understanding that when things seem simple, elegant and at times effortless lies a true genius. 3deluxe has not only mastered but [respectfully] is revolutionizing the next metamorphosis of design.

The depths of inspiration are many and can be equally as significant to any project as the media they are presented in. Looking into nature at all it's scales can bring enlightenment to a project and the human psyche.

I hope this website and video can satisfy a multitude of services:

I hope you are personally inspired
You gain an understanding for the design field
It can speak a universal language all can appreciate
We can interpret [1] concept of where the future now exist
Gain greater appreciation for diversity across the globe
Commend our abilities to create and think outside the box

Labels: Design

Project Import Export

P.I.E. website (organic furniture)

Society has a way of taking the ordinary and creating extraordinary. This can work harmoniously with society and influence our experiences if designed with thought and context in mind.

Materiality is a fundamental and significant factor in our sensory experiences. I would hope most of us can appreciate well articulated and controlled design when it exist. Too often we only recall and appreciate design when it falters. Most of us can recall a moment when a piece of furniture was uncomfortable, awkward and left a pain in our bodies. In the same regard we need to be considerate and conscious of the moments when design works.

The beginning of any project is always the point of creativeness. This is the point when ideas are spawned and when the imagination has the freedom to wander. At the same time I would say this is the point to be critical and decisive.

In this case the customer is asked to accept the architect/ designers rules. The creator is telling us that this particular piece must be rattan, aluminum, waterhyacinth, lianna or bamboo. We are also told that the piece will be rigid yet organically allow our human form to mold simultaneously. It will be shapely and large, yet hollow seeming almost light and fragile. The natural elements tie you directly with the earth and the industrial components contrast its basic intent. Everything has seemed to be carefully thought through down to it's scale, proportion and function.