In this week’s architecture and design video round-up (above), Steven Chilton Architects previews images of the captivating Guangzhou Yue Show Theatre in southern China. The cult Instagram account Accidentally Wes Anderson has compiled a new book brimming with architecture and adventures fitting of a Wes Anderson film.
Danish design brand Fredericia launches limited edition Spanish’ chairs in deep red saddle leather. And finally this week, step inside the boutique at Villa Noailles by French designer Pierre Yovanovitch.
For more information on each of this week’s stories, see below.
- Guangzhou Yue Show Theatre: The imposing 2000-seat facility by London-based firm Steven Chilton Architects references the mesmerising fluidity of red and gold Chinese silk. Read more.
- ‘Spanish’ chairs: An icon of Danish design, the low-slung ‘Spanish’ chair by Børge Mogensen – and its dining chair counterpart – are reimagined in deep red saddle leather for a limited run. Read more.
- Accidentally Wes Anderson: Cult Instagram account Accidentally Wes Anderson has curated a book of real-life architecture and adventures seemingly plucked from the meticulous world of the auteur filmmaker. Read more.
- Villa Noailles Boutique: French designer Pierre Yovanovitch has again lent his unequalled finesse to the retail space at Villa Noailles, bestowing the boutique with energetic colour and geometric motifs. Read more.
Preview the Guangzhou Yue Show theatre and enter the meticulous world of Wes Anderson.
