Cómputos métricos y presupuestos: The Cool Hunter Newsletter (12 July, 2017)

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Winter Cloud - Benjamin Everett

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Thunder Cloud - Will Eades

A compelling study of the colour blue. A captivating illustration of a singular moment of perfect natural light. An absorbing and enthralling investigation of the miracles of weather, sky and clouds. This arresting image of a menacing storm cloud by Australian photographer, Will Eades is a testament to the three characteristics of a perfect nature photograph: Patience, luck and magic. All were in abundance when this moment was captured.

Spiga - Hong Kong

Michelin-starred Italian chef Enrico Bartolini's first fine dining restaurant in Hong Kong is Spiga. Spiga took over the space on 31 Queen's Road Central that was formerly occupied by Mario Batali's Lupa. Spiga is a tribute to authentic Italian cuisine with head chef Giuseppe Carlucci helming the ambitious kitchen. Spacious and open, Spiga takes up 650 square metres (abt 7,000 sq.ft) and offers 128 seats.

Central European University, Budapest, Hungary

The incredible work of Dublin-based O'Donnell & Tuomey Architects for the Central European University can be fully appreciated only by first viewing the schematic drawing that shows the side view of the entire complex. It is not surprising that in June, the Central European University (Phase 1) was awarded The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland RIAI Award for the Best International Project 2017.

Zhongshuge Book Store, Chengdu, China

Odd as it may seem, we believe that bookstores are coming back. Yes, books are one of the easiest items to buy online and various reading devices have made printed books just one option. Yes, bookstores have been amazoned and tableted, but we are also craving for real-life experiences when we shop for just about anything. If we are going to go out to actually shop, we want it to be a wonderful experience.

Louise Liljencrantz Design, Stockholm, Sweden

Scandinavian, mid-century modernist, minimalist. The style of Stockholm-based interior designer Louise Liljencrantz is all of these. As is the style of thousands of other designers, especially in Scandinavia. So, how does one stand out among all those considered-to-extreme white expanses that exude modern elegance with just the perfect touches of natural materials and texture?