Sybarite

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A sybarite is a general term for describing one fond of pleasure and luxury. It may also refer to:

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Sybarite is a London-based architectural and design studio that was formed by Torquil McIntosh and Simon Mitchell in February 2002. Torquil and Simon met whilst working at Future Systems and quickly realised that they had matching design dreams. Both believe design can and should fulfil the twin briefs of functionality and pleasure and that there should be no boundaries between art, sculpture and architecture. The word 'Sybarite' encapsulates their design - voluptuous, luxurious and pleasurable.

Sybarite is an architectural and design practice who aim to tease all of the human senses and to sculpt architecture into the living environment in which it exists, whilst retaining complete functionality. The practice draws its passion and inspiration from organic forms of nature as well as technologies transferred from other industries. Striking a balance between actual projects and experimental projects is crucial to enable them to remain at the top of their game.

A strong emphasis is placed on a close working relationship between client, architect and contractors, in order to achieve an efficient building. The project management of the design is as important as the creative process.

Sybarite has the capability and flexibility to handle large and geographically dispersed projects.

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• A native of the ancient Italian city of Sybaris

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• Sybarite (musician), the alias of electronic musician Xian Hawkins

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The Sybarites Ladies drinking and dining society of Sidney Sussex College, University of Cambridge.