Apartment Block in Osaka, Japan

The Katayama Apartment (in Osaka, Japan) by architect Matsunami Mitsutomo, is a small apartment block built on a site of 110m² and consists of 7 stories, 2 apartments per floor and a total of 10 apartments. The elevator is located on the north side, stairs and the passage with the basis being a flat plan. In one part there is a high-ceiling maisonette covering 2 floors incorporated like stacked blocks. The layout is quite apparent when viewed from the facade of the south side. The sectional structure is reflected as it is in the outline of the facade. In other words, the lifestyle inside the apartment itself designed the facade, reflecting the intent to let the vitality of life spread out into the landscape of the homogeneous rows of houses in Katayama. 

For the external finish a distinct black and white colour was chosen, in order to show the strong presence of a simple box against the surrounding dull buildings of beige, grey or brick shades.

Santos street portraiture

Danny Santos is a weekend photographer who likes to shoot strangers in the streets of Singapore. In his own words, " Out here, nothing is prepared. Nothing cooperates with you.. not the weather, not the subjects, not the situation. You have to make do with what’s available. That’s a very big challenge. But on few occasions when all the elements just come together, and you’re at the right place at the right time, the feeling of "getting that perfect shot" just doesn’t compare to anything else". His crisp & tight street portraiture is really noticeable, and a very good example for new or aspiring street shooters. View some sample work here, then visit his website for full blown images and more.

Sis Deli+Cafe

The Sis Deli+Cafe in Finland was founded by two sisters, Anu Syrmä and Kaisa Leikola, who left their corporate jobs to fulfill their dream of building something of their own and something they truly enjoyed and believed in. The name "SIS" comes from the Finnish words “SISkokset” (sisters) as well as “SISältö” (ingredients).

Finnish firm Muotohiomo designed the interior and the packaging, using a black and white check pattern throughout the project. Sis now operates a number of locations in Finland. Find more on their website here. Read a casual interview here.

the Londonist

"Londonist is a website about London and everything that happens in it. That means news, reviews and events; the history and future of London. We provide everything you need to know about the capital, as well as celebrating the quirks, eccentricities, hidden and surprising bits that make up the alternative side of the city. Upbeat and eclectic, Londonist is created by a diverse team of contributors who share a passion for London; a bunch of London obsessives who live the city and share our best discoveries."

Those are their words. Check the site out for yourself, and dive into some of their suggestions while you're in town.

Despite having a to do with a large geographic footprint, since Londonist covers the whole of Greater London, the site is full of ultra-local content, as well as featuring stories and themes which span the whole of the capital. Should you wish to know more about the team behind the effort, check out this interview.

By the way …

"London Calling" is nickprints highly original graphic interpretation of all that makes London one of the world’s most vibrant and visual cities. History, architecture, icons, culture, music, people and everyday life all combine in an intricate visual jigsaw that you will never tire of looking at. Available to buy as print here.