Introduction Modern English Country reinterprets the qualities of the English rural home for contemporary life. Natural materials, comfort and a close relationship with the garden remain central, while layouts become more adaptable and details more restrained. The result is a home with warmth and character, shaped around everyday use rather than a literal reconstruction of…

English architecture: three perspectives on one evolving tradition English architecture is not a single style that can be identified by a pitched roof or a brick facade. It is a broad field shaped over centuries by social change, construction practices, local traditions and exchanges with other parts of Europe. Religious, civic and domestic buildings all…

Traditional Persian architectural crafts bring together skilled workmanship, material knowledge and design. From glazed tiles and carved plaster to timber screens and coloured glass, these elements help shape the character of a building and the experience of its spaces. Their role extends beyond decoration. A patterned window changes how daylight enters a room, while the…

What is flooring in architecture? Flooring in architecture involves more than choosing a visible finish. It brings together the surface material, the preparation beneath it and the details needed for comfortable, safe everyday use. A floor receives people, furniture and equipment, while its colour, texture and layout influence the experience of a room. This guide…

What makes a modern bathroom work? Modern bathroom design involves more than a pale palette or striking fittings. It starts with the people using the room, their movement, privacy and cleaning needs. A bathroom is not better simply because it contains more fixtures or a larger bath; those choices must serve everyday life. As part…

Stairs as part of architectural circulation Stair design principles begin with the connection between levels. A stair may link floors, split levels or the two storeys of a home, and it can form part of shared circulation. Its visual role matters, but convenient movement, connections and suitable dimensions come first. The layout depends on floor-to-floor…

There is no single traditional Iranian house Traditional Iranian house design includes varied patterns shaped by climate, region, historical period and social life. A courtyard photograph or collection of decorative motifs cannot represent every Iranian home. Each example should be understood through its location, materials and use. Some historic houses have been restored or adapted,…

Where industrial design and architecture meet Industrial design and architecture intersect when a product and its setting serve a shared experience. The connection may involve furniture, storage, equipment or a facade component. This does not mean that architecture is simply a larger product or that every architectural decision belongs to industrial design. This article focuses…

The ceiling is part of the room False ceiling design influences proportions, clear height, light and the arrangement of equipment. A ceiling can be simple and level or include changes of plane and detail, but its composition should serve the room rather than add elements without a purpose. Within interior design, the ceiling works with…

Modern bedroom design should make a room easier to use, not simply add unusual levels. This guide by Farid + Arjmand looks at storage, furniture and light in smaller bedrooms while keeping comfort and safe access central. Record dimensions and everyday needs List sleeping, clothing storage, work and dressing requirements, then measure the room and…