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194LN - Creative Heat Wave - 02/07/2009As the temperature rises, so too does our desire for a fresh way of living. This week, we showcase the most inviting swimming pools created by contemporary designers and profile Soliloquy, an eco-conscious concept yacht. We consider the advantages of the new breed of prefabricated homes, take a look at the work of architects Patrick Gilles and Dorothée Boissier, and talk to the designer Nicolas Gwenaël. Cool down with these innovative new ideas. LUXURY NOW - Creative Heat WaveAbsolutely Prefabulous!Flatpack identikits be gone, as world-leading architects, from Richard Rogers to Daniel Libeskind, create modern modular homes that take prefab living into the 21st century. Pools that ImpressContemporary swimming pools are being reinvented as architects and artists dive in to the market. We showcase the pools making a splash in the world of aquatic architecture. Nicholas Gwenael: A Curious MindTaking design beyond the form, Nicolas Gwenaël, founder of Tokyo's aptly named Curiosity Studio plays with light and technology, creating esoteric works that play with the senses and question our perception of reality. Super Green SuperyachtSolar panels replace traditional canvas on the sails of Soliloquy, a radical yacht concept by young eco-conscious designer Alastair Callender. Gilles & Boissier: Creating A ScenePatrick Gilles and Dorothée Boissier celebrate the art of living, striking a balance between chic restraint and decorative effect. |