New architecture projects by Architonic

Climate positive - Living in Berlin by Peter Ruge Architekten | Apartment blocks

Wed, 11 May 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Two new buildings with a total length of 42.52 m. Each will be built on the rectangular plot facing the Schleizer Straße in Berlin. The street house is planned with 4 full floors. On the ground floor there are a cluster apartment as assisted living and on the upper floors apartments. The garden house has 3 full floors and a step back roof floor only for apartments. A total of 42 rental apartments with 1 to 5 rooms will be built. Access to all apartments is barrier-free. Twenty of them are barrier-free and nine apartments of them additional are wheelchair accessible. The two buildings are built in a hybrid construction of concrete and wood as an net zero emission building. The main supporting structure of the ceilings, walls and columns are made from concrete, bricks and precast concrete elements. The outer facades are made of prefabricated wooden frame elements covered with wooden planking in the upper floors. The window elements are made with wooden frame, three layer…

House Carezza by Tara Architekten | Detached houses

Wed, 11 May 2022 23:00:00 +0200

ummer retreat, winter retreat, Alpine retreat, family retreat….. In many, many respects House Carezza is a retreat. And even if it widely opens up two of its sides to the Alpine panorama, it does at the same time hideout the view of the more than close neighboring buildings. This adds to the retreat indeed! The shingle-clad outer shell will weather in time, and it’s welcome to do so! That will make it fit wonderfully into the local building tradition that has used this technique over the centuries. In contrast to the outside character, which has a certain roughness to it, communicating with the harsh atmospheric conditions of the changing seasons in a high alpine setting, the interior spaces are refined and sophisticated, bringing the used materials – wood, stone, and steel - to very elaborate workmanship. Distinguished spaces are created, that allows a retreat of rest and relaxation. And that’s where inspiration starts! Tara Architekten Main Contractor: Hanlug GmbH Electrician…

Bosqueazul House by ALH Taller de Arquitectura | Detached houses

Thu, 12 May 2022 00:00:00 +0200

The main objective for the development of this home for its 4 members was to find the continuous relationship of the spaces with the exterior, making the forest surrounding the project the main player and attraction. Therefore, there are overtures in the volumes accompanied by floor to ceiling stained glass windows, allowing the connection and mimic with nature. The materials shown in it like twice burnt craft brick, splint concrete, raw steel, and wood, look in their atemporality to age in harmony with the environment, maintaining its natural characteristics and allowing in this way to not crash with the siting but rather fuse with it. The materials are not only part of the exterior but their rather immersive on the inside. This parameter is made clear on the ceiling of the shared area, that we look to highlight, where the craft brick transforms from a façade material turning into Catalan vaults that cover the space, making its connection to the exterior clearer, creating a…

Armcrescent Residence by Peter Braithwaite Studio | Detached houses

Tue, 10 May 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Located in Halifax’s long-established West-End, a bold dark gable emerges within a quiet residential neighbourhood. The Armcrescent Residence represents an architectural investigation towards increasing urban density on the Halifax Peninsula, a growing need and topic of discussion in the city over the past few years. Though the city respects history and culture, there’s an excitement and desire for more progressive work. The exterior massing and form aims to modernize traditional architectural forms found throughout Halifax’s historical neighbourhoods. The exterior materiality features a variety of textures within a minimal colour palette. Black reduces the building to its formal qualities, almost like a silhouette on a landscape. The surrounding custom board formed concrete retaining walls provide an opportunity to consider dense urban residential landscaping as complementary three-dimensional form to connect the interior and exterior. Like the exterior, the interior design of the…

Ode to Nature by Milwicz Architekci | Detached houses

Tue, 10 May 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The detached house was designed near Poznań in a quiet area surrounded by a forest. The main design aim was to create a simple longitudinal body that would separate household members from the street and open onto the garden, ensuring privacy. From the garden, there is a view on the beautiful surrounding greenery from the 22-metre string of windows. A large amount of windows also poses a challenge, that is an overheating of the building. However, in the case of this house, the deciduous trees solve this problem. In the summertime they form a barrier for the sunlight and during winter, after losing leaves, they allow its free access. One of the design aims was to provide light displays in the interior throughout the day. Three main openings in the living area fulfil this task: Window seat – from the east Triangular gable window – from the south, placed above the line of sight, above a stone fireplace wall. The effect is an interior filled with light, without invading the priva…

Le Littoral Residence by Architecture49 | Detached houses

Tue, 10 May 2022 00:00:00 +0200

A couple passionate about gastronomy and great lovers of Charlevoix dreamed of designing a contemporary residence in this exceptional natural setting, both to enjoy a pied-à-Terre in this region, but also to create a high-end tourist home where families, friends, or colleagues could gather. Inspired by the breathtaking view of the river and the picturesque rural setting, and guided by the firm Architecture49 through all stages of design and construction, the owners succeeded in creating a home with a minimalist, sustainable and honest design, which honors the experience of the place in all its simplicity and beauty. Charlevoix is known for the majesty of its views: the St. Lawrence River meets the sea, the mountains of the Hautes Gorges skirt fertile plains, under a sky that plays the role of a moving painting. The region, its terroir, and the people who live there receive each season many visitors seduced by its authenticity. The architecture of the region combines historical build…

House for a Family and Bikes by AZIA Arhitektid | Detached houses

Mon, 09 May 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Tallinn’s garden suburb Nõmme is one of the most sought-after districts for locals looking for peace and quiet to settle down - the Old Town is just 15 minutes away by train, but its real attributes are the greenery and tall pine trees, birds, and squirrels, clean air, and an overall relaxed atmosphere evoked by humble houses from the first half of 20th century. Now a new kid has appeared on the block. Legend has it that the architects were commissioned by the client to design a place to keep the bikes, and, well, something on top. The resulting house is just shy of provocative, yet checks all the necessary boxes needed for a new structure in Nõmme’s protected milieu. The corner site is accentuated by the slope of the roof, which rises from the back of the site to the front yard side, making a strong impression on anyone visiting. The massing of the black volume, covered in low-maintenance composite panels and boards, is seemingly simple but hides many spatial quirks to match th…

University of the Arts Helsinki by JKMM Architects | Universities

Sun, 08 May 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The new building for the University of the Arts (Uniarts) Helsinki, the Academy of Fine Arts, provides students and staff with exceptional facilities for tuition and making art within an architecturally distinct building. The architecture celebrates the imaginative integration of existing structures and pays homage to the history of Sörnäinen, a post-industrial neighbourhood buzzing today with young urban life. Makerspace Designed by JKMM, the ingenuity of the architecture lies in offering students of fine arts, lighting and sound design and design for the performing arts generous, muscular, well-lit, and clearly defined spaces. The communal and modifiable architecture will lend itself to a variety of uses for creating and experiencing a wide range of art forms, using different media, and working on scales from the intimate to the imposing. The architecture is thus there to enable rather than restrict creative endeavour. Uniarts Helsinki’s Academy of Fine Arts has been d…

Experience Centre - Frankfurt Airport by COORDINATION Berlin | Trade fair & exhibition buildings

Sun, 08 May 2022 23:00:00 +0200

COORDINATION, the Berlin-based office for interior design and architecture has created an extensive new experience centre at Frankfurt Airport. In collaboration with Art+Com Studios and Fraport AG, COORDINATION conceived and implemented an interactive permanent exhibition filled with an impressive array of technical innovations, giving fascinating insights into the complex world of one of the most important global airports. On an area of 1200sqm in Terminal 1, the exhibition allows a look behind the scenes of Frankfurt Airport. With the help of large-scale spatial installations as well as sophisticated technical models and apps the experience centre makes those aspects of the airport visible and tangible that a passenger cannot normally see. Highlights of the exhibition include a monumental scale model of the airport which is intertwined with the entire space through animated lines of light, “smart windows” with augmented reality applications connected in real-time to the airport’s…

Les Bains by RDAI | Café interiors

Sun, 08 May 2022 23:00:00 +0200

A mythical name in both the history of public bathhouses during the late 19th century and the fabled Parisian nightlife of the 1980s, Les Bains is associated in the collective imagination with figures such as Marcel Proust, Mick Jagger, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol, but also with the films of Eric Rohmer and Roman Polanski. Given this rich and resonant past, any renovation or conversion had to be original, bold and experimental. With a brief for the interior architecture of the entire ground floor (entrance, bar, La Salle à Manger restaurant, Le Réservoir private salon, plus patios), RDAI opted for an interweaving of periods. Applying a contemporary vision nourished by history, its project delicately knits together heritage and the present day. Omnipresent and yet subtle, references to the water theme – the building was originally a bathhouse (Bains Douches) – are enriched by echoes of the cosmopolitan diversity and eclecticism of the clubbers, and of the musics and cultures…

Evangelische Bank eG by Fabromont AG | Manufacturer references

Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 +0200

The Evangelische Bank, one of Germany's leading church banks, sees its special responsibility not only in the social and ethical sphere, but also in its actions with regard to ecology and economy. The concept of sustainability was therefore to consistently shape all decisions during the conversion and new construction of the headquarters in Kassel and led to the completed building being certified according to the criteria of the DGNB and awarded the highest distinction (gold) in the category "existing buildings". The use of more than 6,000 m² of Kugelgarn® also made a contribution, as this textile floor covering convinces with its durability and longevity. Kassel based architect Prof. Alexander Reichel, who teaches "Sustainable Building and Design" at the Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, combined an existing six-storey building - the representative end of a series of 1950s buildings on Kassel's Ständeplatz - with the neighbouring original building of the Evangelische Bank fro…

IKK Group by Fabromont AG | Manufacturer references

Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 +0200

IKK Engineering GmbH is one of the leading offices for consulting, planning and construction management in structural and civil engineering in Austria. Together with the other companies of the IKK Group, IKK Engineering moved into a new company location in Graz. When construction experts build their own new location, it is always particularly interesting to see which products are used. For the flooring, the choice fell on Kugelgarn® modules from Fabromont. The reception of the four-storey building is located in a high atrium, which is given a special atmosphere by the creative installation of different coloured Kugelgarn® modules. The square modules were laid in a random chequerboard pattern, thus shaping the large, bright space. The angular pattern is contrasted with round furnishing elements such as a curved bench, large round pendant lights or even curved glass walls. The premises of the individual companies of the IKK Group are divided from the first to the fourth floor. Comm…

Opera, the cosy outdoor space in Cadore of Da Vià Bakery by Pratic | Manufacturer references

Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 +0200

evòo In charming historical and natural landscapes, the most effective projects are those that are able at the same time to innovate and to restore value to the landscape. At the heart of the small town of Domegge di Cadore, between the small city centre and the majestic Dolomites, the Da Vià Bakery has chosen to give the inhabitants and the tourists the chance to enjoy an amazing view, while tasting sweet treats sheltered by the cosy pergola Opera by Pratic. Placed in the main square, the refined historical bakery has seen growing its cafeteria and pastry corner, therefore the need to create new covers, where to taste the sweet treats. The limited surface of the indoors, however, required the use of the outdoor space, that was already equipped with a small covering, but unsuitable to accommodate the guests beyond summer season, which, among other things, is characterised by mountain temperatures that are often variable. Five Pratic bioclimatic modules of different sizes placed s…

A terrace to enjoy, sheltered by a Brera by Pratic | Manufacturer references

Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 +0200

In-Out Moments In a refined apartment facing the lake and surrounded by UNESCO heritage vineyards in Lavaux, Switzerland, the Brera pergola by Pratic and the accurate design by the partner In-Out Moments transform the terrace in a comfortable and versatile open-air room, equipped with a kitchen and a living area. The wall-mounted bioclimatic pergola takes advantage of its adjustable covering to give a customized protection to the outdoors of about 25 square meters. The sunshade blades can indeed move back, thus unveiling the sky, or close completely to protect the underlying space in case of sun or bad weather, by making rainwater flow under the flooring, thanks to a guttering system integrated into the uprights. Furthermore, the profiles allow Raso vertical awnings to roll down on the open sides of the north-west oriented terrace: the perfect solution for creating privacy but above all for guaranteeing comfort at sunset, when sunrays become lower and stronger. The additional upr…

Opera at Locanda Le Piazze boutique hotel. Eco-comfort among Chianti hills by Pratic | Manufacturer references

Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Gianni Menconi – Project & Design Home Lab At the eco-gourmet boutique hotel Locanda Le Piazze, hospitality becomes a way to describe the territory through its natural beauty, its smells and tastes. At the top of the hill, among the Sienese Chianti Classico vineyards, an antique farmhouse built in 1540 houses today the refined boutique hotel characterized by the “glocal” design and soul: contemporary and holistic comfort, combined with an architecture that is attentive to sustainability and tradition, where every single space is in perfect harmony with the typical Tuscan landscape. That’s exactly the continuity between the indoors and the outdoors which has allowed the Locanda Le Piazze to offer a highly immersive experience to its guests, since the panorama becomes the main protagonist, thanks to well-finished and cosy outdoor spaces which can be enjoyed at any time. The example is the suggestive dehors where there are 38 covers; a terrace of about 120 square meters overlooking t…

Krinkelschool by Durbanis | Manufacturer references

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

The objective of the Krinkelschool project in the Belgian town of Ruisbroek, has been to create spaces where children feel comfortable and connected with both indoor and outdoor spaces. In this way, interaction between students is encouraged and collective values are reinforced. The incorporation of the Caribou family in the equipment, provides playful moments and disconnection to its community members. And does so, by respecting the environment since it is made with recycled material and it’s totally recyclable after its long lifespan. Panache Straatmeubilair Krinkelschool

Maison826 by Nuno Ferreira Capa | arquitectura e design | Shop interiors

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

House 826, for the hairstylist Pedro Remy, is placed at the ground floor of a building of the 70s in the urban centre of Braga, in Portugal, in a store with 250m2 of total area. This space had been closed for several years giving evidences of layers of interventions, memories and stories. Each wall a story, each window a passage. A place with many spaces. Each space wrapped in materials and textures successively interrupted by others, where occasionally some naked concrete structural elements appeared. A complex composition of excess of materials and voids of materials. With the removal of these layers, it was possible to notice that the composition of its four large semi-enclosed spaces were visually connected but at different levels. The architectural concept for Maison826 came up with the interruption of the demolition at the point where fragments of that past could coexist with the new programme intended to be set out. The programme for the hair salon, for the cultural and…

Infinity Wellbeing Spa Bangkok by Space Popular | Spa facilities

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Infinity Wellbeing is a new day spa in Bangkok's Sukhumvit area designed by Space Popular. The spa also launches Space Popular’s latest furniture collection - The Second Collection. Infinity Wellbeing is the second day spa designed by Space Popular in Bangkok for Infinity. Surrounded by skyscrapers, bustling traffic and street food vendors Infinity Wellbeing designed by Space Popular is an island within the city. Located just off Sukhumvit road, Bangkok's modern commercial center, the space is accessed directly from a busy street through a generous tropical garden. It creates a porous green bond with the city, inviting both passersby and local street cats to rest under an umbrella surrounded by dragon trees and lipstick palms. Bangkok is organically structured on the linear footprint of rice fields and their canal systems, which once dominated the metropolis. A “Thanon” (major road) like Sukhumvit -which runs nearly 500 kilometer from the capital all the way to the Cambodian…

Original Feelings Yoga Studio by Some Place Studio | Sports facilities

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The design of this boutique Yoga studio is based on the idea of flow - a term used in yoga practice to describe a sense of fluid movement and meditation. Within the space, these ideas manifest through smooth transitions between spaces and the extensive use of malleable materials such as fabrics and hempcrete. The entrance opens up onto a large reception area with a central desk doubling up as an occasional bar. A reconfigurable sofa follows the soft curve of a large screen acting as a space divider. On one side a large water fountain reminds visitors to wash their hands while the other side leads into the practice rooms. The color palette is muted, with a focus on materiality and texture created in collaboration with two emerging artists. The front desk and water fountain were created in collaboration with Yasmin Bawa, using a custom process of a hempcrete structure finished with pigmented lime plaster to create the surface textures.The large scale privacy screen separating the lou…

Kirschner Wohnbau by Occhio | Manufacturer references

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Kirschner Wohnbau With the addition of the “Quadriga”, a multi-section building complex whose radiant silhouette rises above the historic brick façades of the former rail freight yard in the northern section of Freiburg, the aspiring quarter situated among avenues and promenades has been given a new face. The project that melds the concept of working and living in such a stunning way was brought to life by Kirschner, a real-estate developer in the southwestern German city. What’s more, the developer has turned the place into its own new home as well.

Kitakami Children Health & Support Center by UtA / Unemori teco Associates | Kindergartens / day nurseries

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The Japanese architectural office UtA/Unemori teco Associates, a joint venture between UNEMORI ARCHITECTS and teco, has converted the first two floors of an eight-story commercial building in the city center of Kitakami in the prefecture of Iwate in Japan into an inventive health and childcare support complex with a total floor area of 4,000 sqm. By entirely gutting and converting the first two floors and facade of the existing building and integrating the health and childcare support facilities as well as a public meeting space, UtA/Unemori teco Associates realized a creative and inviting space that acts as a new meeting point for the city’s residents. The new complex is structured around a central, open space, featuring gently undulating floors and ceiling, as well as a facade with large windows and an entrance area. With the conversion, UtA/Unemori teco Associates showcase their architectural competence for sensitive redevelopments of existing buildings and the re-use of rare spa…

Cité des métiers Hermès by RDAI | Office buildings

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

In 1992 Hermès moved several of its workshops to Pantin, on the northern edge of Paris. Fifteen years later it decided to expand its presence in this coordinated development area and asked RDAI to conceive a Cité des Métiers. This large-scale urban project was to house an ensemble of new workshops, offices and restaurants, set in landscaped grounds and complete with a crèche, a gym, storage and logistics areas, an exhibition space and an underground car park. After handover in 2013, the operation was awarded the Equerre d’argent prize by Le Moniteur architecture magazine for the best French architectural project of the year. Covering a total of 26,000 m2, the elements in this programme occupy four buildings, set in the unoccupied space of a complex parcel of 1.6 hectares, completing the urban block. The 6,000 m2 residual central space was poetically laid out by landscaper Louis Benech as five thematic gardens that, from north to south, evoke a journey bound up with the nature of the…

PUSZCZYKOWO no.05 by Spacelab | Agnieszka Deptula Architekt | Living space

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

This interior design was created for fans of skiing and the atmosphere of modern mountain residences. The leitmotifs of the project are two textures: walnut and stone. These materials have given the interior a raw yet cosy character. The main requirement was to achieve a warm interior, while minimizing the elements of design. Elimination of free-standing equipment was such a strong need of the owners that we even discussed the appropriateness of placing large floor lamps in the living room (fortunately, the investors were convinced, because the lamps created a unique atmosphere in the lounge area). According to the guidelines we received, the interiors were supposed to be unclustered, easy to clean, and as simple as possible to rearrange for social meetings. The main requirement was to achieve a warm interior, while minimising the elements of design. Elimination of free-standing equipment was such a strong need of the owners that we even discussed the appropriateness of placi…

Natural House by Ideo Arquitectura | Detached houses

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Hemp The house is 200 years old and suffered from a huge problem of rising dampness. After evaluating options, we took a risk and decided to use it. We are pioneers in the islands in the use of hemp, and we hope to be an example for other architects. As we know, in Mallorca, and in almost all of Spain, this material has not yet been worked on due to ignorance and lack of companies that manufacture it (in 1961 the United Nations prohibited its cultivation, now lifted). However, we knew that it is suitable for areas with high ambient humidity such as the island since the hygrothermal regulation caused by this material increases comfort and saves energy. The interesting thing is that hemp collects moisture from the ground and transmits it to the interior environment. (Does not stay on the wall). We had a one-meter-high perimeter plinth that runs through the entire ground floor. When the house is closed, the humidity by capillarity that has passed into the environment through th…

NOVOTEL by Pfleiderer | Manufacturer references

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Franck Cousin/ StudioCaid FROM AN OLD BARRACKS TO A MODERN HOTEL Transforming an old barracks into a welcoming hotel is not easy in a first thought - but not impossible thanks to the use of wood materials. In this report, you will learn about the vision of an architect, the experience of an installer and the tales of a hotel manager who together mastered the project of converting the Novotel in Saint-Brieuc. The Novotel in Saint-Brieuc is housed in a former military barracks. This imposing and authoritarian 19th century building was transformed four years ago into a welcoming and cosy hotel thanks to the redesign by architect Franck Cousin of StudioCaid. The laminates and melamine-faced panels used by Pfleiderer in warm oak decors contrast with the strong, cold character of stone and concrete to create a unique atmosphere. "The challenge in converting such a strong building is to find an equally strong design. It must not spoil the whole and at the same time not take over the ma…

Sky Lagoon by Pfleiderer | Manufacturer references

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Geschwender Innenausbau GmbH WHEN SEA AND SKY UNITE On the outskirts of Kópavogur, in the middle of the metropolitan region of Reykjavik, Sky Lagoon - a thermal and wellness oasis built from scratch with an infinity pool where ""sea and sky unite"" - is located. The design of the facility had to blend in with the breathtaking landscape. From the geothermal water and prime location, the seven-step bathing ritual to the many and varied design decisions, every detail of the Sky Lagoon has been carefully thought through. TRADITION MEETS MODERN The peat wall (Klömbruhleðsla) and the turf house (Torfbæir) form the outer frame. The wall was built in the classical from heavy marsh turf and peat processed into tiles. In order to carry this overall concept further in the interior and at the same time modern demands on comfort, durability, resilience and ease of cleaning, the choice of materials and decisions for the materials for the furniture and interior fittings were selected and wa…

Follower by Yodezeen architects | Bar interiors

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Located at one of the oldest and longest streets of Kyiv, Velyka Vasylkivska street, the Follower restaurant takes over the two floors of the brick historical building with the panoramic windows on the central façade. As designers, we were faced with two essential tasks: maximum preservation of the historical past of the building, and the creation of a restaurant space where the offline and online presence of visitors is strongly intertwined, a space that leaves no opportunity not to post it on social media. «In the current Internet era business owners are increasingly recognizing the impact of social media on their business. So, the design-for-Insta strategy is becoming essential in such commercial projects as Follower, where we were trying to meet the needs of local businesses and to create the space that perfectly suits generation Y. End goal obviously was to create a more enticing environment for consumers», - says Lead Architect Artem Zverev. Arranged over two levels,…

The Corner by Atelier(s) Alfonso Femia | Office buildings

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Meeting a building where everything has changed around him over time. It was the sentinel of a kind of boundary between territory, industrial settlements and infrastructures and the beginning of the urban city, in a change of scale and immediate perception, strong, almost alienating. The city was the background, and the building was the threshold to enter from the northwest into the metropolitan city of Milan. Over the years the roles of the areas in the city have been inverted according to a slow and courageous metamorphosis that has changed its use, destinies, perceptions, dimensions. At the limits of that threshold where the building retains its role of “presence-pre existence”, a new urban and contemporary centrality was born and continues to develop. From a boundary between areas, the building is almost at the center of that transformation, from a forerunner of urban plots, it now becomes the background of the new urban park and now urban perspective between the two…

Bürgenstock Resort by air-lux | Manufacturer references

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Private luxury villas with unobstructed view The villas in the Bürgenstock Resort are situated in a unique building and panoramic location in the heart of Switzerland 500 m above Lake Lucerne.  The exclusive residences, consisting of 3 different typologies, are equipped with a sill-less air-lux complete facade which includes the all-glass railing elements, the sheet metal cladding and the shades.  More than 130 air-lux sliding panels allow the view of the lake and the unique mountain scenery of the Pilatus and the Rigi to be enjoyed. Stücheli Architects AG, Zurich

Wood and Mountain Cabin by Sher Maker | Detached houses

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Small Cabin from “Wood and Mountain” and “If I were a carpenter” brand located in a quiet place in Mae Rim district, Chiang Mai welcomes off-grid travelers into the middle of nowhere atmosphere. The cabin consists of an upper bedroom, bathrooms, living room, pantry, and terrace. The exterior of the building is cladding with 3 sides wooden wall for privacy, leaving opening one side only in the balcony that faces the mountain View into the land. The owner and design team agreed that the language of the building was supposed to be a wooden building. because this material directly relates to the owner as a furniture maker and materials source in Chiang Mai that allows us to find used wood to design in the project. The form of the building was designed by simply order of steel structure refers to the wooden house wall system commonly seen in the north in Thailand. Cladding exterior wall panel with used wood from various sources in Chiang Mai. Sorting and sanding wooden surface and reu…

Coco del Mar Loft by Laurameroni | Manufacturer references

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Mary Calvo Design When it comes to wall panelling, we do strongly believe in a perfect fitting and in a complete customization. In this high-end residential apartment located in Coco del Mar, Laurameroni collections and custom pieces perfectly marry the architect’s palette, enriching the environment with functional systems, statement pieces of art design and strong materials. Line, Stars, Plain, Onda and Tatami wall panels, a made-to-measure bar and wine corner and a custom console gave the architect the full compositional freedom he needed to meet his client’s needs and tastes.

The Cube by Saflex | Manufacturer references

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Combining Saflex Solar and robust solar control coatings Outside of the box Cube berlin solves solar concerns in unique design with double-skin facade. "Thinking outside the box" took on new meaning in Berlin as a dream team of glass and architectural experts broke new ground on an actual architectural box—the completed cube berlin. Because cube berlin is no ordinary glass-covered building, it’s unique design required careful attention to product selection, ensuring that the right glass product would provide solar control to avoid heat gain/ loss as well as be structurally sound. That’s where Saflex® PVB came in. Located on the busy Washingtonplatz next to Berlin’s Central Station, the cleverly sculpted cube berlin is in the heart of the city’s business, government, and cultural district. With its prominent location, 3XN Architects of Copenhagen designed cube berlin to be a showstopping sculpture on the square. The all-glass design presented multiple challenges, including ener…

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures by Saflex | Manufacturer references

Fri, 13 May 2022 21:22:25 +0200

Rooftop terrace made for stargazing The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles is as unique as the industry it represents. And because one part of the brand-new museum—thesphere—has a glass rooftop dome, it required the superior structural capacity found in Saflex® Structural (DG41) PVB interlayers instead of standard PVB interlayers. In a town where glamour and glitz are practically a requirement, the giant glass sphere sparkles appropriately. The museum gives visitors a behind-the-scenes look into how films are made while celebrating the power of the movies. Hollywood superstars Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks helped spearhead the project. And its designer, “starchitect” Renzo Piano, is as well known as many of the actors celebrated inside the museum. Designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop in Genoa, Italy, the Academy Museum is housed in the historic May Company Building (now called the Saban Building) in Los Angeles. Glass bridges lead to the glass dome, designe…

Buddha Bar, New York by Laurameroni | Manufacturer references

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

The Buddha-Bar in New York, with a YOD Design Lab project, is fully furnished with our Maxima, Stars and Line wall panels and with numerous bespoke and personalized pieces. Like Laurameroni, YOD Design Lab adores the luxurious essence of one-of-a-kind pieces and personalized furnishings, combined with unusual materials of the highest quality. With this project, the studio wanted to combine experimental solutions and iconic products from leading brands in the interior design scene. The target? create something absolutely unique, without rules or models, and completely tailor-made not only in terms of architecture but also in terms of shapes, colours and materials. Laurameroni Design Collection once again proves to live up to its mantra "Be Different Be Unique" by providing an infinite number of solutions and customizations at the service of the professional's creativity. YOD Group

Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort by Staron® | Manufacturer references

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

ThomsonAdsett Tim Bentley Design Story: Winner: Tim Bentley, ThomsonAdsett Staron Application: Hotel columns, reception and planter boxes Location: Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort, Cairns, Queensland, Australia Staron Colours: Supreme Delphi The Staron® Design Award winner for the commercial category is Tim Bentley for ThomsonAdsett. Tim has been recognised for excellence in design for the Crystalbrook Collection's flagship Riley hotel in Cairns. This hotel is the first new luxury destination to be built in Cairns. The design criteria for this project was to mix beach themed interiors in a tropical esplanade location. The foyer of the Riley hotel has been designed to reflect the beauty of the location without interrupting the direct views to the esplanade foreshore. Staron® cladding was selected for its superior finish and ability to mould monolithically into curved cladding around the existing columns. The elliptical shape is the key design element to the foyer -…

Villa di lusso a Memphis by Atlas Concorde | Manufacturer references

Fri, 13 May 2022 21:22:25 +0200

A new paradigm of beauty and functionality: Atlas Concorde's concrete-effect porcelain tiles decorate the exterior floors of a luxurious private villa. In a refined residence on the outskirts of Memphis, the spacious, bright spaces boast the traits of an exclusive designer identity based on a perfect balance between technical performance and esthetic research. Capable of ennobling the surrounding environment thanks to their value and uniqueness, Atlas Concorde concrete-look tiles were chosen to furnish outdoor paving and the edges of the outdoor swimming pool. An expression of an original urban chic style, the ceramic surface selected for the outdoor spaces is enhanced by textures featuring a blend of the warm shades of oxidation and the cooler hues typical of concrete. In a setting where harmony reigns, the ceramic material stands out not only for its marked personality, but also for the characteristics of safety and reliability necessary when designing outdoor environments.

Sanya Edition Hotel by Atlas Concorde | Manufacturer references

Fri, 13 May 2022 21:22:25 +0200

In China, on the exclusive island of Hainan, the Sanya Edition Hotel has chosen stone-effect porcelain tiles from Atlas Concorde to furnish its interior spaces. The elegance of stone-effect porcelain flooring gives the hotel spaces a stylish ambiance, offering the guests a luxury hospitality experience. The stone-look tiles illuminate the atmosphere creating a luxurious climate and an idea of elegance with a timeless charm. The inspiration of Luserna stone and quartzite enhances the interior floors of the suites and rooms of the building, translating nature into a material suitable for the design of spaces with an enveloping, suggestive climate. Delicate colors reveal the earthy details typical of stone, adding character and appeal to the places where they are laid.

Hotel Garden Park by Atlas Concorde | Manufacturer references

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

In a modern space with a refined flavor, Atlas Concorde's concrete-effect porcelain tiles help to bring out the elegance and relaxing ambiance of Hotel Garden Park. In a perfect blend of minimalist esthetics and the elegance of sophisticated contemporary apartments, the Hotel Garden Park in the heart of the Vinschgau Valley presents itself to guests with a simple style and a great attention to detail. A key focus when designing the rooms was the choice of surfaces, colors, and furnishings that best represent the atmosphere of comfort and rest typical of the facility. Atlas Concorde's concrete-effect porcelain tiles were therefore the ideal solution for furnishing various areas of the hotel, giving them a refined look and bold visual impact. Floor and wall tiles with a troweled concrete effect and soft touch enliven the bathrooms of the rooms through a neutral nuance capable of conveying a style with a strong identity and creating an atmosphere that is both intimate and relaxi…

Golden Barnyard: Cockaigne of Everyman by Wutopia Lab | Trade fair & exhibition buildings

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

"The Past is never dead, it's not even past." — Tana French Wutopia Lab has transformed the abandoned barnyard in the Dongtanyuan outpost of Bright Food (Group) into the Cockaigne of Everyman. The heat was scorching, standing on the crumbling base, the rickety barn, equipment storage, and office and the patchy flooring. Mr. Wu asked me, who was wiping sweat, what could be done to this 8,400 square meters, 220m total length of the barnyard. I was a little lost due to the strangeness and the displacement of context. Where did the moments I lived go Did barnyard ever exist in my life? I remember it was only for a very short time. It was when we were asked to have a mandatory experience in agriculture in high school, and we gathered the harvested rice and stacked it in the center of the barnyard. We hadn't done much, but we were still tired enough that we lay sprawled on the ground or on the grain pile, gasping for breath, and starving. I was remin…

The Lap Pool House by Aristides Dallas Architects | Detached houses

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The house in Tinos, inspired by the cavities and ledges of the rocks, emerges from the natural landscape as a man-made cave, re-creating spatial points of exposure and introversion. The entrance is found in the back of the building, through an earth crack, while different cuts in the roof allow light and air to enter the building. The water in the pool contrasts with the rocky texture of the bare concrete as a translation of the interactions between natural elements. A single slab of concrete, planted so it appears as an extension of the landscape, covers the three building volumes in the Lap pool house and shapes the individual architectural qualities of open and closed space in the residence. The two volumes that project from the slab perpendicular to each other make up the private spaces, a bedroom and a guest house. In the same volume there is a protected semi-outdoor space that frames the view while offering shelter, at the request of the owner. The roof that is blending wit…

Bogen by noa* network of architecture | Restaurant interiors

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

An ancient barrel-vaulted workshop hides under the dust of history along one of the oldest trade streets of Bolzano. noa* breathes new life into this space, transforming it into a welcoming bistro poised between historical heritage and contemporary finesse. Bolzano's mercantile past echoes through the arcades of Via Portici, the city's main axis, which has been a trading hub for Italian- and German-speaking merchants since the 13th century. The goods that would later reach the whole of Europe were stored in its warehouses. Like Via Portici, also the northern parallel street, Via Dr. Streiter, has preserved much of its original appearance: today, it still passes through three medieval stone arches. It was mentioned for the first time in a document from 1498 and overlaps the old northern moat of the first town centre. About halfway down the street is a house that is hard to miss: with only two storeys, it is one of the lowest in the neighbourhood. An external staircase with an open c…

Villa Apollon by Block 722 | Detached houses

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Taking its cues from the landscape around it, Villa Apollon by Block722 sits on the southern edge of the Greek island of Lefkada. The project, completed in early 2021, effortlessly merges contemporary architecture with nature, making the most of its context, while respecting its green surroundings. Planted roof and subterranean building techniques were used to restore the landscape to its original form, with the minimum possible intervention, re-creating vegetated areas with local herbs and plants. Block722 architects were called to create a private holiday home, joined by a separate structure that houses four guest rooms. The plot is located on a cliffside overlooking the blue waters of the Ionian Sea. Entering the site from the topmost side, visitors are guided down to the main house via a wide ramp. From there, a series of paved terraces and a narrow, natural path lead to a small, secluded rocky beach below. The house formation does not obstruct the view; it works as a complement…

Colo Crossings House by Benn + Penna Architects | Detached houses

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Colo Crossings intersects landscape and shelter in the pursuit of retreat. Located 100 kilometers north-west of Sydney’s CBD, and sitting atop a steep slope above the Colo River, the private abode recesses into its setting alongside its occupants' withdrawal from the city in a rural effortlessness, with containment and refinement perched atop an unforgiving landscape. ‘Isolation’ takes on a new meaning as a celebration of one's surroundings. A 3-dimensional weave of landscape and building, the home is wrapped in bush-laden mountains from all sides, within a bend in the Colo River. Looped internal circulation alludes to the external topography, allowing occupants to move cyclically through the house alongside the passing east-westerly sun and exposed elements. The u-shaped floor plan, containing 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open plan kitchen and living room further wraps its arms around the occupant. The horizontal form utilizes a tri-toned color scheme, which assimilates the bui…

Second Skin by danielmsantos, eng + arq | Apartment blocks

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

With a close relation with the Mondego river, the building rehabilitated by the architecture and engineering office danielmsantos, evokes memories of the belle époque in elegant Figueira da Foz and gives it a new, bolder and irreverent core. Two centuries after being brought up, a new challenge comes to this riverside building that was once a manor house and hosted Municipalized Services. Pedro Daniel Santos, the architect of this rehabilitation project, embraced the adventure of preserving the character, beauty, history and brand of the building, adapting it, modernizing it, empowering it to live new stories. A new History. This reinterpretation resorts to a bold language that confronts the existing without, with that, overlapping it. Thus, a new building that preserves the past and assumes the future emerges, introducing a new reality and philosophy, as a reaction to new social and urban paradigms. Copper stands as the link between the existing and the new, enveloping the en…

House in Trancoso by David Bastos | Detached houses

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The house located on the coast of the state of Bahia has 831.22m² of built area on a plot of 3,288m². The construction drawn from scratch prioritized the maximum use of space, focusing on exuberant natural lighting, spaciousness, and integration of the rooms, comfort and high quality in all aspects of the project, in addition to exclusivity in its execution. The project was made for a large family that likes to receive friends and family for gatherings and various celebrations. A house that holds the maximum of guests in a sanctuary of natural landscapes refers to tranquility and warmness. The challenge was to design a project that integrated the environments and their characteristics, meanwhile, preserving the modulated private spaces and exclusivity for all. The starting point was the natural beauty of the place. The combination of rustic and contemporary elements results in what is the most precious in the house, not to mention the exuberant view that can be admired from vari…

BEEAH Headquarters by Zaha Hadid Architects | Office buildings

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Powered by its solar array and equipped with next-generation technologies for operations at LEED Platinum standards, the new BEEAH Headquarters has been designed by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) to achieve net-zero emissions and will be the group’s management and administrative centre that sets a new benchmark for future workplaces. With their twin-pillared strategy of sustainability and digitalisation, BEEAH Group works across six key industries that include waste management and recycling, clean energy, environmental consulting, education and green mobility. The headquarters is the latest milestone for BEEAH Group as it continues to pioneer innovations for Sharjah and across the globe, establishing a base of operations for the group to diversify into new, future-critical industries. With their new headquarters, BEEAH demonstrates how technology can scale sustainable impact and ultimately serve as a blueprint for tomorrow’s smart, sustainable cities. Embodying these principles,…

Pavilion House by Norm Architects | Detached houses

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Elegantly set in the beautiful East Anglian landscape, on the border of a working farm in Suffolk (UK), the Pavilion House is a real inside-out construction. The shapes and materials of the interior all carry a certain tranquillity and simplicity, while every room offers a different glimpse of the outside. There is a certain humility within the architecture, acknowledging that the big-ticket item in the setting is indeed the countryside; it doesn’t try to compete with it, but frames it instead. The design of the house is all about transparency; nature becomes an integral part of the interior. With a delicate and minimized steel construction, wooden window frames and a vertical cladding in local larch that corresponds with the existing structures on the site, there is a harmonious meeting between old and new buildings. The exterior part of the windows and fascia board of the roof in dark carbon grey metal make the steel as subtle and discrete as possible so that the wooden character…

Yours Boutique Hotel Valencia by Ceramica Mayor | Manufacturer references

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Eseiesa Arquitectos Located in Valencia's Ruzafa district is this minimalist design hotel for which Eseiesa Arquitectos used cement as the common thread throughout the project. The Yours Boutique Hotel has 12 intimate spaces, one of which is the multifunctional interior courtyard with a pleasant porcelain stoneware swimming pool in Stromboli Light by Cerámica Mayor, a space that invites relaxation and rest.

Argo Hotel Mykonos by Ceramica Mayor | Manufacturer references

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

On the Greek island of Mykonos is the fantastic Argo Hotel Mykonos for which they decided to give a new look by using our Cements Smoke ceramic, a colour that imitates cement, adding the advantages of porcelain stoneware, placing it all over the terrace, a simple way to modernise the hotel. In addition to the terrace, paved in the 75x75 square format, they also included this colour for the swimming pool with the 37.5x75 tiles for the interior, the Creta edge for the pool coping and the RJ67 ceramic drainage grille, which is very useful especially in overflowing pools of this type, preventing the water from overflowing more than necessary. This colour creates a deep blue colour in the water, which, combined with the contrasting light, creates a wonderful effect in the water.

Casa Mirador by Ceramica Mayor | Manufacturer references

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Buhoblanco Arquitectos The project by Búhoblanco Arquitectos is located in a residential neighbourhood where the architecture is traditional. Two superimposed volumes dynamise the façade of the Casa Mirador, with the upper volume attracting the eye. The opposite occurs on the rear façade, where it is the ground floor volume that advances, generating the terrace space and spatially opening up the courtyard. The ground floor, open and diaphanous, expands to the terrace, where the studio decided to include in this special project, our Woods Arctic porcelain stoneware, a ceramic that imitates light and arctic wood, enhancing the neutral colours and thus achieving a timeless space. In addition, they used water, the swimming pool, as a non-architectural element to harmonise the atmosphere and generate reflections and changes of tone in the space that makes up the terrace, the heart of the project and the place to find calm. To this end, they used the same colour paving, even on the upper flo…

Music School and Concert Hall in Ventspils by FIGUERAS SEATING | Manufacturer references

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

City of Ventspils David Cook, Martin Haas & Stephan Zemmrich Studio From 2018 to 2021, Latvia is celebrating the100th anniversarysince the proclamation of independence. As part of this celebration, the Baltic city of Ventspils has inaugurated a new Music School and Concert Hall designed by Haas Cook Zemmrich STUDIO2050. The music school offers a wide range of performance spaces; a classical concert hall, a small “black-box” theatre, a music library and an outdoor stage and amphitheatre. The complex offers the citizens of Ventspils a place dedicated to enjoy their most deeply rooted cultural traditions related to music. The project required a seat with an optimal acoustic response, for this reason, Figueras worked closely with the architects and Müller-BBM in order to comply with the necessary acoustic parameters by means of several modifications of the original seat. The hall has been equipped with the highly comfortable and compact Figueras’ seat, the Flex 6035, fully customized. T…

Córdoba Congress Centre by FIGUERAS SEATING | Manufacturer references

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Junta de Andalucía LAP Arquitectos Located in the heart of Cordoba, a stone’s throw from the Mosque-Cathedral and the Guadalquivir River is the Cordoba Conference and Exhibition Centre. The origin of the current building is the Hospital de San Sebastián, created by Hernán Ruiz at the beginning of the 16th century. In 1850, the building became the property of the Diputación de Córdoba, and years later, after multiple functions, the building fell into disuse. During the 1980s, Rafael de la Hoz carried out a feasibility study to convert the building into a conference centre, a project that materialised years later under the direction of Gerardo Olivares. The recent intervention, carried out by LAP Arquitectos, represents yet another chapter in a building that has undergone many transformations throughout its history. The auditorium manages to increase its capacity from 540 to 750 seats and becomes the protagonist of the intervention, achieving an open and welcoming space, with co…

House Aqua Bad Cortina by Pedevilla Architects | Detached houses

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The ciAsa (Rhaeto-Romanic for house) is an all-wooden high-alpine family home in South Tyrol's St. Vigil, surrounded by the Dolomites of Val Badia. It stands on a gentle hill, right next to a thermal spring. Based on the archaic form of a house, no distinction is made between roof and façade. The rising form of the roof makes the building visible from afar, while at the same time the low eaveslines also provide protection. The shape of the trapezoid appears as a recurring element in the overall design. To illuminate the interiors, the trapezoidal dormers are used as well as a skylight, whose light shines into the house in a cone-like shape. The three overground floors are entirely made from the wood that fell on 30 October 2018 during heavy storms in the surrounding forests. Massive spruce wood was joined to create the exterior and interior walls, using a special technique and avoiding the use of adhesives and resins. Based on 6cm thick wooden planks, 36cm strong outer walls were…

Parkvilla Brederode by XVW architectuur | Apartment blocks

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Contemporary Dutch Housing by XVW Architectuur facilitating the individualisation of homes through flexibility of apartment plan lay-outs The architects of the Mies van der Rohe Award winning Kleiburg housing project - a pioneering reuse scheme - have adopted similar thinking regarding the individualisation of homes but on a wholly contemporary residential scheme in Bloemendaal, North Holland. The studio's design for a three-storey apartment building - Parkvilla Brederode - responds to its beautiful parkland setting designed by the renowned 19th century Dutch architect Jan David Zocher. Its positioning is strategically placed in relation to two nearby historic buildings to create a group of cornerstone buildings within the park that together make for a cohesive whole. Each of the eight apartments at Parkvilla Brederode has been developed with its respective client; and bearing in mind the future residents all wanted something they could not readily find on the market. The

Shelest by Yodezeen architects | Restaurants

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Shelest project is located in the dense pine forest on the shores of the Kyiv Sea. The first task for the team was to slow down, walk around the surrounding countryside, get some fresh air and feel the atmosphere that the client, the local developer, was trying to create. He talked a lot about the environmental friendliness of everything that concerns and is associated with the country club. And he sought to complement the purity of nature with architecture that would organically flow into it. The main task of the YODEZEEN studio team was to convey the idea of the recreational complex with the help of architectural solutions and bring any person closer to nature. The team developed the exterior design of two buildings, a restaurant and a reception, on both sides of the pool, the main assembly points for holidaymakers, and integrated them into the overall landscape. Conceptually, this solution strives for authenticity and fusion with nature, not only due to natural materials but al…

The Hithe by IF_DO | Office buildings

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The Hithe is a new, low-cost, demountable business incubator space in Rotherhithe designed by IF_DO. The name, from Old English, describes a landing place or small port for ships and boats, making reference to the nautical history of the area fronting onto the Thames, and the building’s role in fostering nascent entrepreneurs. Commissioned by Southwark Council, IF_DO has worked closely with the pioneering social enterprise Meanwhile Space CIC to bring a redundant site into productive use. The 200m2 building provides 12 units of workspace; the largest is occupied by Meanwhile Space. The Hithe is the practice’s second project developed with Meanwhile Space, following the success of Granby Space, a 350m2 short-term refurbishment on Lower Marsh, Waterloo, which has closed after five years. The Hithe represents a new departure for Meanwhile Space, as a new-build facility designed to be relocated. In this, its first iteration, it represents a new piece of social infrastructure for Roth…

Residenze Romainville by Atelier(s) Alfonso Femia | Apartment blocks

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The project is part of a residential area under development in the first urban crown of Paris. The project area lies in the southern part of a new residential complex. The large “not building lot” green area located on the South, defines the green vocation of the entire sector. The will to give visual continuity to the North-South axis defined by the composition of the North urban plan, creates two separate volumes. The volumes are processed to ensure continuity with the heights of adjacent volumes with buildings of 4, 5 or 6 floors in the north zone, to descend through a terrace steps facing South and harmonize with the context of single family homes included in green area. The project dialogs with the context and is characterised by the use of matter and light. Each front defines its own specificity and explains the project in different ways. Northward, the façade of entrance from the main building has a diamond white ceramic coating that reflecting the light and the sky of Pa…

Villa E by C.F. Møller | Detached houses

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Villa in northern Aarhus, made of exclusive quality materials, with a unique level of detail and references to iconic architecture. Villa E is located in an undulating district of small, detached houses in northern Aarhus. The concept, materials, and level of detail are inspired by the iconic Aarhus University, which was also designed by C.F. Møller Architects, and today is in the Danish architectural canon. An example of the reference can be seen in the villa's basic composition consisting of four simple saddle roof houses, which together form the framework of this family home. The main architectural approach unfolds in a larger main house, which has been 'raised up' onto three smaller buildings on two levels. Coherent whole. The house follows the sloping terrain of the plot; towards the road, the driveway leads down underneath the house to the integrated garage and basement. A distinctive and beautifully designed brick staircase leads up to the entrance. This opens into th…

Pullman Phu Quoc Beach Resort by VIMAR | Manufacturer references

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Inaugurated in 2020, this eco-resort was tailor-designed for cosmopolitan travellers. Spanish architect and town planner Salvador Pérez Arroyo has brought to life a complex featuring smooth silhouettes; indeed, seen from above, the resort looks like a fish swimming towards the Gulf of Thailand: the side wings are its fins, the swimming pool its body, and the main building its fantail. Greenery or golden sands make up 80% of the seven-acre resort. At the western tip of the resort lies a 150-metre stretch of beach for hotel guests to use, alongside the occasional local fisherman. Beyond that are sea and sky as far as the eye can sea. Inside the lobby, a seamless space stretches out. Dark wood and curious works of art draw attention to the impressive spiral staircase and, then, to a suspended walkway. The impressive Lighthouse Bar shines both as a lighthouse as well as a central element. This is The Junction, a lively centre for co-working and co-playing, a welcoming space to enjoy mome…

Private Villa by VIMAR | Manufacturer references

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Arké Metal: contemporary soul for an old farmhouse In the countryside of Reggio Emilia, an old farmhouse has been transformed into an elegant residence that maintains its identity, offering cutting-edge design elements and technologies. The interior designer Elena Storti was charged with balancing the historic location with a modern spirit, taking care of every detail. Careful details such as the choice of wiring devices. To offer a style that best interprets the most contemporary trends in interior design - which prefer the combination of metals with natural materials, soft contrasts and warm colours - Arké series was chosen in the Metal version, with a warm metallic effect. For video door entry system was chosen the Pixel Heavy entrance panel that allows a safe and high definition dialogue with whoever shows up at the entrance of the residence. For the interior was chosen TAB 7 and thanks to the four monitors located in the different rooms, owners can comfortably receive calls from…

Countryside Villa - DK by ARDECO |

Fri, 13 May 2022 21:22:25 +0200

The request for this project was to create a modern double height central chimney all in black painted steel sheets as well as a staircase element that has a multi-purpose usage while embracing the modern aspect of the house. Set in the sensitive context of Deir el Qamar, a protected historical village with well-preserved examples of feudal architecture, old stone streets and walled gardens, the site overlooks a historic landscape rich with beauty, inspiration and cultural heritage.

Bespoke Lighting Sculpture GINGKO_681 by Andreea Braescu Art Studio | Manufacturer references

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

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Bespoke Lighting Sculpture GINGKO_1266 by Andreea Braescu Art Studio | Manufacturer references

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Each installation is unique, meticulously crafted with an individually and form of its own to fit the client’s spaces. Bespoke light sculptures define the core of my work. My philosophy is always the same: I know I have succeeded when my work evokes joy and happiness. But the size and scope of my bespoke light sculptures are different for every client. One special work that comes into my mind is a 15-meter-long lighting installation for the passway of a new hotel in Paris. It serves an important purpose, as it represents the connection between the reception area and the main building, so every hotel guest who is entering the hotel has the experience of walking through this “organic tunnel”.

Bespoke Light Installation In Beirut GINKGO_320 by Andreea Braescu Art Studio | Manufacturer references

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Each installation is unique, meticulously crafted with an individually and form of its own to fit the client’s spaces. Bespoke light sculptures define the core of my work. My philosophy is always the same: I know I have succeeded when my work evokes joy and happiness. But the size and scope of my bespoke light sculptures are different for every client. I start with the understanding of the space, CAD Drawings, and pictures, and I start with the first sketches. I try to visualize how the result will look like, the interplay with the surroundings. Not just the right illumination, but also the right mood and atmosphere. I remember doing 2,3 design iterations before arriving at the final design. I really like to engage my clients in the design part, making sure I am able to create the dream piece for them. I think that interior design and lighting complement each other. Decorative lighting certainly draws attention on itself and is a powerful element for creating the atmosphere in…

Kiosk Eiffel by Franklin Azzi Architecture | Trade fair & exhibition buildings

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The Franklin Azzi agency revamped the conception of a food stand at the base of the Eiffel Tower. Situated in heart of one of Paris’ most remarkable heritage sites, this project posed the challenge of integrating a new micro-architecture design into a dense and singular context. The project was part of a call for tenders issued by the Paris Mayor’s office to revitalize the concessions in the autonomous commercial structures located in the public space. Open 24/7, the stand serves fast-food to visitors at this extremely popular tourist site. Prefabrication: streamlining the architectural object. The kiosk designed by Franklin Azzi was inspired by the lightweight, easily dismantled houses from the 1950s by Jean Prouvé. With the aim of limiting the impact and noise on the site, notably during the construction process, the new stand was entirely prefabricated. It consists of different modules assembled according to a 0.80-m grid. Each module includes a ribbed aluminum sheet wall,…

EP YAYING Shanghai Flagship Store by Franklin Azzi Architecture | Shop interiors

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

Faithful to his passion for creative encounters and collaborations, Franklin Azzi has united his vision with that of creative director Serge Ruffieux to establish a new architectural concept for the Chinese ready-to-wear label EP YAYING. Reflecting the approach of the iconic label in the revival of luxury goods and Chinese heritage – the name EP YAYING means ‘pledge of quality’ – the two Parisian creatives appropriated Oriental cultural references and skills to define a new contemporary aesthetic. Their creative tandem has given rise to a programme of spaces dedicated to experiencing and strolling, which, from Shanghai to New York, cultivates an oxymoron in every detail. The raw beauty of the materials, such as jade and concrete, combines with the elegance of lacquer work and embroidery. Between the association of rough and smooth surfaces, matte and gloss colours, the traditional mixing of materials of Chinese craftsmanship, the boutiques reveal their singularity in a play of co…

Marsk Tower by BIG / Bjarke Ingels Group | Monuments/sculptures/viewing platforms

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0200

The 25-meter-high Marsk Tower – translated as “Marsh Tower” due to its location in the marshlands of Denmark’s popular National Park, Wadden Sea – offers expansive views of the natural environment. Appearing as a sculptural art object rising out of the landscape, Marsk Tower will function as an observation lookout that facilitates community as a key tourist landmark. A wheelchair-accessible tower, an elevator located in the core of the tower provides access via the ground level ramp. The tower’s simple design, defined by Corten steel materiality, exudes a natural aesthetic that blends with the surrounding environment while simultaneously becoming a new, visible destination in Denmark. “Because of the earth curvature, visitors will gradually expand their view of the horizon while walking to the top of the tower. On the foot of the tower, you will be able to see 4 km into the distance, but from the top of the tower the view is expanded to an 18 km view into the horizon,” says Jakob La…

San Giacomo Church by Miralles Tagliabue EMBT | Church architecture / community centres

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Relationship with the urban environment. The 'San Giacomo Apostolo' parish complex is a catalyst for the area in which it is located, forming a new nerve center capable of creating identity in the local community and promoting socialization, education and interaction within it. The building is structured as a kindly and open presence to the inhabitants, thanks to a light and organic architecture that contrasts with the solid and compact materiality of the historical preexistence of Ferrara. The slender profile of the trees encloses the plot, creating an intimate and familiar environment, in which the building dominates the scene with its sculptural forms, but at the same time dialogues with the surrounding nature thanks to a language inspired by it. This is exemplified in the naturalistic design of the large plaza in front of the church, a natural extension of the church courtyard and at the same time a meeting place: a place of socialization and union that expands the space of…

Alba House by m-i-r-a architecture | Living space

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200

Situated in the centre of Barcelona’s beautiful Gracia district, this traditional two-story building houses three contemporary apartments. Each carefully re-worked to conserve the striking, original Catalan architecture, whilst providing a stylish and comfortable living space. Gracia is quickly becoming one of the city’s most sought-after neighbourhoods; popular for its quiet streets, local feel, and vibrant cultural scene. DOD Building, working alongside m-i-r-a architects, have reflected these qualities in their latest project: three serene spaces, combining eye-catching local character with progressive, creative design. Each property within Rabassa feels unique and fresh; refined but not overprocessed. The original features shape and inspire the finished design: traditional ceramic tiles run along with the floors as vaulted Catalan ceilings flow overhead, adding texture and focus, alongside original exposed-brick walls. The apartments bathe in natural light, brought in…

Hayloft by loft buro | Living space

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0200

Hayloft is not only a dwelling. It’s a cocktail restaurant, experimental kitchen, bar counter, exposition, showroom, DJ place and a friendly atmosphere both for kin and a great many friends. Hayloft space was found as a derelict commercial uninhabitable building, with a potential for creating a truly exciting loft. After the two-year roof, facade and interior refurbishment, an arrangement of utility lines, terracing and gardening, the building took on a contemporary accommodation, with state-of-the-art heating technologies and energy-efficient solutions. Interior design was coordinated alongside with cavity design, the search of antiques and art objects. A few antiques became the icon for Hayloft and shaped a remarkable atmosphere. Hayloft tells about tradition and memory, the ability to preserve history and create legends, family values, creativity and art objects as a life philosophy. What has humanity accumulated for the last centuries and most significantly, decades? High-qu…

Loft A by Arrova | Atelier . Rojo - Vergara | Living space

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200

The new dwelling is the result of the transformation of an old motorbike repair shop in the Milagrosa district of Pamplona. The intention of the project is to be a kind of prototype for this form of reconversion in the neighborhood, as it has a large number of industrial premises now in disuse and their transformation would greatly help to revitalize the area, a possibility that is however unknown in many cases to the local residents. Given the difference in level between the streets on which the loft is situated, it acts as a podium for the rest of the building. One of the primary aims of the project was to strip the shop of all the unnecessary existing elements. The space would then be freed up to show the powerful and plastic structure that supports the building. The present structural system, which is tectonic in nature as it is composed of concrete pillars, beams, and slabs, also allows the façades to open up towards both the street and the block courtyard. The given transparen…

Avenida Novas Loft by João Tiago Aguiar Arquitectos | Living space

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200

An old printing office, in Avenidas Novas, Lisbon, has been transformed into a loft due to a total renovation, illustrating how carefully designed spatial aesthetic solutions can dignify a prior decaying and gloomy space. Vacant for the last 15 years, the space, although with remarkably high ceilings, had lack of natural lighting and ventilation, being this one of the major architectural modifications needed to infuse brightness and intensity into the loft. Having been preserved some of its original features, the apartment now provides a sense of physical greatness and movement. To experience this new dynamic, it was essential to flood the space with natural lighting by removing the existing sanitary facilities, on the semi ground-floor, and to design an enormous opening in the lower level, allowing it to receive even more luminosity and ventilation. While the open kitchen connects to the dining area, this one communicates with the living room/additional bedroom and ensuite throu…

Customized Furniture für die SBB Bern by Vifian Möbelwerkstätte AG | Manufacturer references

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200

SBB has thought about the new working environments in the “Byte” project in Wankdorf near Bern. The inviting building is intended to provide inspiration, identification and interaction for almost 2000 employees. In order to structure the rooms into their partitions, Atelier Oi was commissioned by SBB to design room dividers and team tables that combine flexibility, homeliness, storage space and structure. Modern materials such as linoleum, maritime pine and black steel reflect a raw, inviting character of departure and emphasise sustainability along with durability. We were allowed to develop these concepts to production maturity and implement them as an individual solution for SBB. Moka Architekten SBB Bern

Individueller Innenausbau und Customized Furniture für Horvath und Partner AG by Vifian Möbelwerkstätte AG | Manufacturer references

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200

The architectural firm Ernst, von Petersdorff + Partner AG planned the identity of the end client in a fresh, elegant and inviting environment. We were allowed to contribute the implementation and realisation of customised zones such as the welcome desk, upholstered benches, seating niches, touchdown workstations and a fantastic bar in a concrete look. A project that shows that interdisciplinary teamwork leads to wonderful new working environments. Ernst, von Petersdorff + Partner Horvath und Partner AG

Individueller Innenausbau und Customized Furniture für SKAN by Vifian Möbelwerkstätte AG | Manufacturer references

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200

The interior design firm front office design Christian Kohler AG planned the entire interior design for the new working worlds for SKAN. A magnet'office as it could not be more beautiful and certainly an appreciation for the entire SKAN team. The "vifian'desk" table programme was individually adapted to the needs of the users and brings natural materials such as birch multiplex and linoleum, paired with recycled PET privacy panels and clever electrification. front office design SKAN AG

Next to the Blue Church by Kilo / Honc | Living space

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200

The apartment Next to The Blue Church is a kind of weekend loft close to the historical center of Bratislava. In its original state, it was rather a larger and rigid "cell" with a hidden potential and beautiful view of the Art Nouveau monument called “The Blue Church”. We were not looking for a design or a careful and meticulous craft for this apartment, it was not important for us, because it would not give you that experience of well-being. For us, it was mainly about views, openings, atmospheres, location, the play of light and shadow. Therefore, the materials are largely transparent and functional. We let the open space stand out with its high ceilings. The original standard layout offered a separate bathroom, a lowered plasterboard ceiling with all possible hidden wiring and technology and a kitchen leaning against the wall turned with its back towards the view of the Blue Church. By removing the ceiling, reorganizing the technological infrastructure, and inserting a mezzani…

LoVt3 Apartment by Nàbito Architects SL | Interior architecture

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0200

The reconversion of an old parking space into a loft is a project which goal was to achieve an extremely intimate space, a shell of kindness love and protection, frozen in time, to hide, relax and enjoy, far from ordinary life. It is Located on the slopes of Montjuic in Barcelona. The closeness to Refugio 307, bomb shelter tunnels built to protect citizens during the Spanish civil war is not casual and appear to be an appropriate metaphor. Spatially the curtains system empathize the highness of the space with softness. The use of raw and natural materials is a constant in all the refurbishment. Another characteristic that made the project sustainable has been the use of recycled material and the artisanal execution of the worksite; finishing of the walls, floor, roof, decoration, sanitary elements and fittings like tap and faucets are craft made. Most of the furniture and some lamps and decor elements are handmade too and produced directly by the designer. “…

CampZero Active Luxury Resort by VIMAR | Manufacturer references

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0200

CampZero Active Luxury Resort Vimar technology at the foot of Monte Rosa Nature acts as the inspiration for the luxury design of CampZero, the new Active Luxury Resort that reflects a new philosophy of hospitaly. Meanwhile, it brings together all commodities of an enchanting hotel. The structure, located at the foot of Monte Rosa, blends with the immediate surroundings, offering a feeling of total peace and comfort. Each detail has been thought out down to the smallest detail ensuring a sustainable approach from every point of view. The same concept has been used while choosing the system for the hotel’s management. Here, Vimar comes into play with its building automation system Well-Contact Plus, developed with the international KNX standard. The system enables a control of comfort, energy and security in all environments. Lights, temperature, entries, exits, everything can be controlled and programmed at the reception through the Well-contact Suite software. Thanks to Well-contac…

Lululemon - Columbus Circle by Shakuff | Manufacturer references

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0100

After our work with Lululemon in Chicago, the team at Columbus Circle came to us with a request that focused on the clients’ experience indoors over outdoors. This blown glass installation draws the eye vertically and lures shoppers upstairs to the men’s section. The chandelier features over 180 Kadur Drizzle pendants and no canopy for a clean, minimalist look. The activewear company’s ethos of movement is reflected in the wavy design. Lululemon In House Designers

Tessler Residence by Shakuff | Manufacturer references

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0100

This fixture brings beautiful color and texture to the space, illuminating the path down the gorgeous imperial staircase. To accommodate the grand entrance, we used a 48’’ canopy with 60 pendants and opted for a mix of Clear, Gold, Gray, and Black Drizzle glass to accentuate the hard finishes – the warm wood of the floor and the steps and structure.

The Riverside Center - 2 Waterline Square by Shakuff | Manufacturer references

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Visible from the West Side Highway, these monumental fixtures in the lobby of the Waterline realize their desire for striking lighting. Their 50 foot ceiling and preference for no canopy required ingenuity and a monopoint grip for the 180 Twist pendants. The result is a minimalist yet arresting fixture that illuminates guests lounging in the lobby and catches the eye of anyone walking or driving by. Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates Yabu Pushelberg The Ness Group GID

The Hamptons House by Shakuff | Manufacturer references

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0100

This Hampton House provided the perfect opportunity for playful design. In order to accommodate the drastic height difference over the kitchen island, we created a custom fixture using both a canopy and monopoint grippers. The effect of this combination and the sheer size of the installation – 248 pendants in all – result in a bold statement that suits the out of the ordinary experience the client wants from each vacation visit. Color also adds to the drama, with the Gray and Clear Raindrops complementing the island’s finish. Best of all, the pendants play with the pool, reflecting the way the sun hits the water. Bruce Nagel+Partners Architect Shine Design Goldstein Residence

HOCH Baumaschinen by feco-feederle |

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0100

From excavators to wheel loaders: As one of the leading construction-equipment rental companies in southern Germany, HOCH Baumaschinen keeps construction sites running nationwide. Since 1995, the company and its fleet have grown constantly. In order to create new space for its logistics and administration departments, in 2020 a new building was built at its Steinach site in the Black Forest. Architects Schmelzle+Partner, who designed the existing building, also designed the new one. Old and new thus blend perfectly with each other from the outside and provide the ideal basis for further growth inside with modern open-space offices. The chosen furniture was also to be in keeping with the industrial architecture of the building – purist, but functional. The style is mainly influenced by the chosen design and material language. Particularly striking is the building envelope with its perforated facade panels and curved glass panes, which are also found in the interior. Inside and outside,…

Sparkasse Bühl, Main Office by feco-feederle |

Fri, 13 May 2022 21:22:25 +0200

With this changeable usage concept and the new feel-good areas, Sparkasse Bühl’s new main office isn’t just presenting itself as the bank of the future. Its open and transparent architecture also consciously incorporates the surrounding infrastructure, thereby creating a new connection to the locals and their home region. In particular, all visitors were to feel welcome in the twelve new consultation rooms at the Sparkasse main office. Consequently, each of them was given its own theme. In the “Black Forest” room, for example, the red tone of the wooden wall shingles together with a matching carpet, classic-traditional wooden furniture, and a modern cuckoo clock create a rustic cosiness. However, Sparkasse Bühl wants to be a place of encounter not only for its customers but also for the citizens of Bühl. The lounge areas are therefore intentionally freely accessible and designed as open intermediate zones. In line with the idea of a “living room in the city”, an event area including…

Gui Restaurant&bar by PIG Design | Bar interiors

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

The light of darkness The original building is an unpolished raw "diamond". The surface is clumsy and filthy, yet it follows its own order in darkness and chaos. Led by Li Wenqiang, PIG Design sculpted and polished the diamond-shaped building in a sustainable way and embedded urban fabrics into the space, creating a retro but surreal futuristic effect. Freedom emerges from uncertainty, injecting tension and multi-faceted value into the space whilst creating unique sensory experiences. GUI RESTAURANT&BAR is located in a hexagonal diamond-shaped building. Inspired by the fabrics of the building, PIG Design decided to take "Diamond House" as the design theme. The project is situated in Xixi, Hangzhou, surrounded by residential buildings. This Western restaurant is repurposed from a former real estate sales center that has completed display and property selling functions. Mirror reflection The designers retained the original building structure, and simply added

CCD Shanghai Headquarters by CCD/Cheng Chung Design | Office facilities

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

Shanghai, known as the “Paris of the Orient”, is one of the four modern capitals of the world. Its unique metropolitan cityscape and historical context shaped the distinctive Shanghai Culture that blends the Eastern and Western aspects, and have formed the city’s inclusive spirit. Rich, diversified urban elements converge here. The old houses standing on Madang Road carry the traces of the past days. The site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the former site of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea, the Taofen Memorial Hall, and the former residence of Zhang Daqian, are concentrated on this old road. The red and green bricks of Shikumen tell the stories of the glorious days in the past. Diversity, Integration, Inclusiveness The new premise of CCD Shanghai headquarters is located in The Roof, a new iconic landmark in Xintiandi, the core area of Shanghai’s central business district. The Roof was designed by award-winning French ar…

The Maker’s House by Loader Monteith Architects | Semi-detached houses

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

Loader Monteith has unified a subdivided Victorian merchant’s house in the Lenzie Conservation Area of Glasgow for an architect and ceramicist, adding a striking black timber-clad extension complete with pottery studio. Loader Monteith was charged with the task of creating an architecturally distinct home that future-proofs its clients’ wellbeing and security. The architects carefully designed the floorplan to allow for potential re-subdivision of the property and to support independent living on the ground floor as the couple grows older. The modern extension was designed to harmoniously contrast with the old house. The tone of the cast stone facade was carefully matched to the stone of the original building, while the new offset pitched roofscape takes cues from the roof form of the existing house, creating visual continuity from old to new. Striking black timber cladding wraps around the rest of the extension, creating a private minimal courtyard flanked by a pottery studio and g…

Our Jade by Yodezeen architects | Living space

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

Our Jade is located at Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, on the picturesque coastline. And it is a real Florida luxury Signature. That's why our ambitious realization includes clear unshaded windows, absolute monochrome, light tones and soft goods. We've done this project in a classic luminous for Miami & patent strict for YODEZEEN styles. Every time it's the same aim, and different, but always perfect result. Planning & Zoning You can just turn your imagination off — everything you could just whomp up is here, in this place of perfection. You are welcome to our Jade. Thus our Jade welcomes you with an obviously huge and open-minded leisure zone with unlocated kitchen, living and dining rooms. Huge bedrooms & a “hobby room” - everything is done in the same style of iron gray luxury. But whatever you collate - every zone has its own character depending on details. Realization We are in love with faced in marble surfaces, highlighted woodworking, big unshaded windows;…

Woodthorpe Stables by Delve | Living space

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

Woodthorpe Stables is an energy-efficient conversion of a Victorian property in Godalming, Surrey, UK using natural materials and led by sustainable principles. The design and self-build was led by homeowner and architect, Ed Martin of Delve Architects for his young family. The property had been converted to residential use in the 1950s yet vacant since 2015 was in dire condition with single glazing, no insulation to the floor, walls or roof, and sparse electrics and lighting. Yet with the historic stone walls in sturdy condition, a recently retiled roof and especially with environmental considerations the decision was made to retrofit the stables into a modern eco-home. Completed in 2021 after a six month construction period the work strips the stables back to their original character and extends out from this using Douglas fir timber framing, adding 25sqm of space for two bedroom home with open plan living spaces, courtyard, playroom, larder and utility room. Other…

Low Energy House by Architecture for London | Living space

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

An Edwardian terrace in Muswell Hill was extended and refurbished to create a comfortable, low-energy house. The original structure of the house was revealed, its modest beauty celebrated. Energy requirements are reduced dramatically by insulating, triple-glazing, and improving airtightness. New additions include a rear extension and a loft conversion. As the home of Ben Ridley, Director at Architecture for London, this project aims to be an exemplar for the sustainable refurbishment of a typical terraced home in London, with a constrained budget. Both embodied energy and energy in-use have been considered in depth. Design features include timber structure, triple glazing, a continuous airtight layer, and insulation to the entire building envelope. Walls were insulated externally at the side and rear, and internally at the front with wood fibre. Insulating internally at the front has allowed the original Edwardian facade to be preserved. Masonry nib walls were retained on the gro…

85 Social Dwellings in Cornellà by Peris+Toral Arquitectes | Apartment blocks

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

The building is organized around a courtyard that links a sequence of intermediate spaces. On the ground floor, a portico open to the city anticipates the doorway of the building and filters the relationship between public space and the communal courtyard that acts as a small plaza for the community. Instead of entering each of the building’s hallways directly and independently from the outer façade, the four communication shafts are located in the four corners of the courtyard, so that all the inhabitants come together and meet in the courtyard plaza. On the typical floor, access to the dwellings is via the private terraces that make up the ring of outdoor spaces overlooking the courtyard. The building’s general floor plan is organized by means of a layout of communicating rooms. There are 114 spaces per floor, 543 in the building, of similar dimensions, that eliminate private and communal passageways to make full use of the surface area. The server spaces are arranged in the cent…

House on the Hill by HW Studio | Detached houses

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

The inspiration behind this project is derived from carefully listening to the subtle murmurs and whispers of environments like this, as well as the client's search for protection and shelter. How can one feel protected? What can be done when one feels vulnerable? This question was accompanied by an image, or perhaps a memory: a frightened child covering himself with a light bed sheet as he peeks out to make sure he can see what is going on around him. Pulling a bedsheet over ourselves is a very elemental act that alludes to the most basic part of the self; a bed sheet hides protects, wraps, and creates a space beneath it that is so safe and intimate as to keep away any spirit, ghost, or demon that may be surrounding the room. At the same time, this project generates a continuity in the beautiful living surface around the land, forming a new hill in a place already surrounded by many. The architecture is like an accent on the words of a poem, like a comma or a question mark, but nev…

Disy Informationssysteme GmbH by feco-feederle |

Fri, 13 May 2022 21:22:25 +0200

Where appreciation becomes visible In addition to inspiration, corporate values and growth, individually designed offices also show their users one thing above all: that they are valued. If the feel-good factor is also right, the headquarters can also become the „headquarters“ for all employees. As a service provider in the highly specialised IT environment, Disy places the highest demands on its employees. The investment in a new office location was therefore also an investment in its own future. This is because the management is convinced that sustained top performance is only possible in an environment in which employees feel comfortable. From corporate culture to spatial concept The office is becoming a competitive factor not only with regard to the efficiency and creativity of employees. Even in the “war for talent,” a modern office with high-quality furnishings can make all the difference. The office is becoming the place in which a company can make its corporate growth or…

Pavilion of Sciences Po by Moreau Kusunoki | Universities

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

Moreau Kusunoki completes the central Pavilion of Sciences Po’s new urban campus as part of the school’s “Cœur 2022” project, redefining the typology of the contemporary urban campus in the delicate built fabric of central Paris. As part of the conversion project developed in partnership with Wilmotte & Associés and heritage architect Pierre Bortolussi, Moreau Kusunoki focused on the contemporary extensions, namely the Pavilion and the main courtyard in relation to the underground library. The Urban Campus, a place of transparency. Defying the trend of the exodus of urban campuses away from city centers into sub-urban locations, Sciences Po’s intervention “Cœur 2022” consciously implements itself in the historic Hôtel de l’Artillerie at the very heart of the Rive Gauche in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. Surrounded by numerous governmental, cultural and long-standing educational institutions, Sciences Po physically and symbolically occupies the intersection of the pol…

Poljana Square by Atelier Minerva + Faculty of Architecture, University of Zagreb + Institute of Architecture | Public squares

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

The new Šibenik main square with archaeological park and a garage / logistics centre underneath is designed as an integrated urban, social and infrastractural field setting an open dialogue between the medieval, modern and contemporary city, creating a vast community of astonishing potential that holds the sky aloft. Poljana was originally a flat summit of a rocky promontory right in front of the Medieval city gate. Its specific spatial configuration is the consequence of subsequent levelling campaigns over the centuries, with the definitive outline taking shape in late 1800s. In the contemporary city structure, Poljana square is an unframed dynamic space, intersected with different routs and grids, a central connecting mechanism for the city’s public places. The site programme integrates archaeological park with the social zone and infrastructural logistic centre underneath. Spatial folds form places of social gathering: open tribunes and stages, bridge, canopy and fountain.…

Geo and Environmental Centre by KAAN Architecten | Office buildings

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

KAAN Architecten is proud to present the Geo- and Environmental Centre (GUZ), their first project built in Germany. As the winning entry of an international competition, the building is a state of the art facility for interdisciplinary research into solutions for environmental problems, particularly water, soil and the atmosphere. With its prominent location, the building complements the campus' urban layout and underlines the Centre's scientific importance. The Morgenstelle Campus belongs to the Eberhard Karls University, located on a hill overseeing the valley and the city of Tübingen. Initially designed in the 1960s, the Campus will be extended by constructing four new buildings around a central square, according to the urban concept by Harris + Kurrle Architekten. Geo- and Environmental Centre is a part of this planned southward expansion bringing together the previously scattered departments of Earth Sciences Faculty and the Institute for Groundwater. The combined facility aims…

Grand Apartment by Yodezeen architects | Living space

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

The overall concept of the space was developed taking into account the principles of combining elements and textures, which together would create an optical harmony and perfection. Stone, wood, and metal are connected, smoothly bending, or even look as if they are a single whole organism. First of all, the designers had to re-plan the accommodation and dismantle several walls to visually expand the space of 343 square meters and let more natural light in. In addition to the basic materials in the implementation of the project that are already traditional for the studio, such as stone and veneer, they also used noble brass. As for the color palette of the apartments, it is made in calm nude tones. As conceived by the designers, the place should not be oversaturated with anything other than daylight, which fills the apartment through the panoramic windows on the fifth floor. The entire area of the apartment can be conditionally divided into two separate spaces: common areas and…

Fundamental Transformation of Plaza Mallorca by Son Estudi | Public squares

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

This is a project for the transformation of an existing public space. The intervention enhances existing qualities and elements through its use and enables the place as an infrastructure for future lives. The plaza is located in a key situation of articulation between the historic center and different urban fabrics, marked by both pedestrian and vehicular traffic flows that cross and surround it. Based on several problems, the city council of Inca convened in 2016 an open competition for its reform. "Fonamental és una proposta que parteix dels fonaments de la plaça". The underground physically condition the plaza due to the presence of two parking floors. One of them emerges on the surface, causing the plaza to be divided longitudinally by a 4-meter high wall, some service spaces, and high skylights. This set produced a barrier effect, both between the different levels of public space and between the relationships of people in the place. The project acts at the intersection be…

The George & The Gustav by FURNS | Manufacturer references

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Nature-inclusive building is one of the elements for which we are increasingly being called in. A good example is currently taking place at the Zuidas in Amsterdam. There, the Gustav and George residential towers are being built by BAM Wonen. An oasis of green was incorporated for the end users, in the green design of Boom Landscaping. In collaboration with Van der Tol B.V., planters were developed for this purpose, which were completely prefabricated and planted on top of the balconies. In total, the residential towers have twelve floors and involve over 624 linear meters of aluminium planters, which means that more than 3,000 plants have been processed. The planters are coated with a high-quality Qualicoat class 2 powder coating, the quality label for coating metal in architecture. Boom Landscape and BAM Wonen Van der Tol B.V. - Hoveniers en Terreininrichting

Portal at the Stadtschloss by Helga Blocksdorf Architektur | Temporary structures

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0100

Read as “Set, Scenario, Situation” (1), the building site defined by Coudray’s wall with its two gatehouses, the Red Palace, the Yellow Palace, the study centre of the Duchess Anna Amalia Library and the New Guard House extends an invitation to a guest performance behind, on and over the wall. On close inspection, Coudray’s wall presents a bit of mystery, beginning with the series of five basket-handle arches – and another four in the direction of the New Guard House – set into the solid wall surfaces. What is especially curious is that the Ildefonso Fountain, which was built in Weimar in 1796 and then moved to its present spot by Clemens W. Coudray in 1824, does not stand symmetrically in front of these arches. The mystery is part of the architectural history of the place: Originally, Clemens W. Coudray created five basket-handle arches both in the north and the south to furnish the simple wooden stables on the way to the palace with a stately air (2). The fifth of the northern a…