This past weekend, the Venice Architecture Biennale opened its doors to the public and the world of architecture took the city by storm.
The Architect’s Newspaper (A|N), an international publication that provides news to architects, designers, and influencers across the world, has selected the work of Christopher Myefski (Architectural Intern at Myefski Architects) for a Best of Design Award. With the goal of recognizing exceptional talent in the design community, A|N holds the annual Best of Design awards program to showcase outstanding buildings, interiors, and installations across 45 categories.
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, is the most widely used green building rating system in the world. It provides a set of guidelines for the creation of highly efficient and cost-effective buildings. Each project being considered for LEED must adhere to strict regulations to determine its certification level (Certified, Silver, Gold, or Platinum).
With the rise of social media over the past decade, millennials have become hyper-focused on curating the “perfect moment” to share with their followers. Brands have turned to Instagram to promote their products and services through paid partnerships with social media influencers and, in turn, consumers are using the platform to inform what they buy, how they eat and where they go. From the manicure salon to your local brewery, it has become critical for businesses to create spaces that are aesthetically pleasing and “Instagram-friendly.”
Latvian teamakers Ozolini worked with Bee Breeders to host an international design contest that sought off-the-grid forest cabin designs for eco-tourists interested in a silent meditative retreat. Sited on Ozolini's teamaking grounds in rural Latvia, designs were judged on their integration within the surrounding forest and their sensitivity to the environment. As one of only eleven U.S. firms to receive recognition, Myefski Architects’ silent meditation forest cabin was selected as a shortlisted project.
It’s no secret that the city of Venice is a magical place to visit, any time of the year. From the food to the gondolas to the glassware, the city offers plenty of entertainment for tourist and locals alike. And with its rich architectural history, there’s no better place for the design-minded to escape to for a little inspiration. The well-known labyrinth of islands, bridges, and canals lend themselves to hours of wandering and a wide variety of architectural influences make the city an architecture lover’s dream.
In late June, John Myefski, President + Principal of Myefski Architects, served as a juror for the Paris-based Penninghen School of Design's "Diploma Exhibition". One of the most prestigious design schools in Europe, Penninghen's rigorous curriculum is renowned for developing exceptional interior architects.
It is no secret that student housing has taken a turn for the better in the past five years. With new projects popping up at campuses all over the country, there is no shortage of student residences filled with sleek interiors and amenities galore. As a result, college students are graduating and heading into the real world with greater expectations for the roof over their head. Coming from resort-style living makes it difficult to pack multiple roommates into a dysfunctional layout, especially when there is no promise of rooftop pools, custom cardio centers, or premium game rooms.
Chicago's vibrant West Loop neighborhood consists of a diverse array of restaurants and bars, particularly in the Fulton Street Market District. Among these restaurants is Aba & The Dalcy, a restaurant and event space designed by Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants' in-house design team and Myefski Architects.
