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Making Wine: A Brave New World

Bodega Bauer Winery and Vinyard Estate, Mendoza, Argentina

Bodega Bauer Winery

By using an existing water channel bringing runoff from the Andes as an organizational basis for the design, Field Architecture master planned the site with minimal disruption to the ex- isting vines. Roadways and utilities — as well as two buildings, a winery and a residence—are sited along this channel to fit within the harvesting and production system of the pre-existing vineyard, and the channel provides ready access to water for production and irrigation without the need... more Urbarama

 

The Ten Architectural Wonders of the Wine World

Dominus Winery, Ca by Herzog & de Meuron

When Dominus Winery decided to build their new winery in Napa Valley, Ca... more Dominus Design Boom

O. Fournier Winery, Argentina

First, get the pronunciation right: O- Four-Knee-Err, because it’s Spanish, not French, being located in... more

 

The Gehry - Marques de Riscal
Winery Hotel

The Gehry - Marques de Riscal Winery Hotel

The winery of Vinos Herederos del Marques de Riscal is located in Elciego, in the Rioja region of Spain, and is one of the oldest wineries in the region. Traditionally the wineries in the region are not open to the public, but as a component of an overall plan to redefine and invigorate its public image, Marques de Riscal commissioned the design of a small building intended to provide a unique experience for visitors to the winery. The site for the... more Design Boom

New Product Showcase

   
Bendhiem
Bendheim and Robert A.M. Stern Architects collaborated to create 4D, etched pattern glasses for partitions & shower enclosures.
Caravita
Caravita - Exclusive line of  completely custom patio umbrellas, pavilions and sun sails.
Classic Coffers
Easy installation & low labor costs make Classic Coffer's Elegant Suspended Wood Ceiling the most economical on the market.
Delray Lighting
Innovative Delray uses postindustrial and consumer recycled content in raw materials whenever possible.
Dreamwalls
Dreamwalls presents ultra-clear Marble Glass with high-resolution digital imagery of over 65 real marble and stone patterns...
Feeney
New 3-in-1 trellis kit with stainless rods and special connectors that can be configured into 3 possible trellis designs.
Insulgard
New FEMA-Compliant Window System Provides Ultimate Protection from Extreme Weather and Human Threats.
Ironhaus
Telescoping Pocket Door-solution for hearths that need space, or those who are looking for a one of a kind fireplace
Nikzad Import
Nikzad's French White Oak products can compliment both the rustic, rough-hewn ca- bin as well as the chic, modern bar/lounge.
Okite
OKITE?is the ideal product for any indoor surfacing application. This beautiful and durable non-porous material...
Pittsburgh Corning
Energy Efficient Glass Block Windows offer superior performance plus easy installation.

Plaspro
New ADA compliant Flush Glazed Door in 3 sizes fabricated by Plastpro’s Hydroshield Technology with moister barrier.
Poly-Wood
Made from HDPE post industrial material, La Casa Caf?Collection delivers comfort and style at a great value.
Sky Factory
Sky Factory eScape?is a high-tech illusion that brings the dynamic beauty of nature - image, motion & sound to the interior.
Targetti Poulsen USA
Superior styling, craftsmanship and quality of Targetti Poulsen in prominent architectural projects around the world.

Innovators

Bertrand Goldberg
(1913?1997)

"I have spent a great deal of time not only studying what I have been able to discover, but to demonstrate it. I only wish there were more people who shared with me this interest in the role of architecture in society.”

Bertrand Goldberg was an architect with strong inter- ests in individual solutions of unique character and innovation. While his early commercial and industrial projects... more Wikipedia J. Braem Jet Set Modern

Jens Jensen
(1860?1951)

"Trees are much like human beings and enjoy each other's company.  Only a few love to be alone."

In the early 20th century, visionary landscape archi- tect Jens Jensen was green before the word ecology e- ven existed. He lead and won early... more Chicago Wild Wikipedia Henry Ford