architecture

Totonoeru ie embodies simplicity and expansive openings, seamlessly integrated into its landscape. The grand structure features large wooden doors and windows that frame breathtaking views of nearby mountains, transforming the living room and...

The residence Au Loin is part of a new development zone on the outskirts of Toulouse. It is intended to be representative of innovation in construction and the housing of tomorrow. However, it doesn\'t invent anything. It also does not...

The project was born out of a couple\'s dream of a mountaintop property in the countryside of Pinto Bandeira, Rio Grande do Sul. The clients wanted a special refuge and found this unique place, from where there is a splendid view of an incredible...

Plot 6 is an urban ensemble with social rental housing comprising 170 studios for young people and 30 apartments for seniors. It is part of the significant urban transformation of the former industrial area Oostenburgereiland into a new residential...

The region of the Monts de Lacaune, located in the Haut-Languedoc massif, is an area rich in history, varied landscapes, and cultural heritage. Known for its high-quality waters and pure air, the region is dotted with spectacular panoramas and...

In Belo Horizonte?s Aglomerado da Serra, Brazil?s third-largest favela complex with 50,000 residents, the Lá da Favelinha Cultural Center stands out as a vibrant hub of art and education. Founded in 2015 by the multifaceted artist Kdu do Anjos, the...

At the tip of Sundmolen in Copenhagen, BIG\'s new 4,488 m2 headquarters stands among warehouses and maritime infrastructure. Completed in the spring of 2024, the HQ is one of the studio\'s first realized examples of BIG\'s integrated LEAPP...

People frequently claim that finding smart solutions to problems requires a creative approach that involves thinking outside the box. This premise has become a widely accepted idea in the field of technology, where numerous historical breakthroughs...

WXCA Architectural Design Studio has unveiled its design for a new museum aiming to honor the 1918-1919 patriotic uprising and victory of the people of Greater Poland. Situated near the historic St. Adalbert\'s Hill, home to an 800-year-old...

Dapur Naga is an architectural experiment in bamboo design located within the lush tropical environment of Bali. This distinctive structure serves as a communal kitchen and dining space, capable of hosting more than 50 people. The project presented...

The Monaco Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka explores the fusion of Mediterranean and Japanese landscapes, creating a unique cultural dialogue through architecture and landscape design. The pavilion\'s design, centered around a harmonious blend of...

In the south of France, a 40-minute drive east of Montpellier, lies the otherworldly resort town of La Grande Motte. Named after a nearby sand dune, the city is characterized by futuristic, pyramid-shaped apartment blocks in various relief forms,...

The architecture in Canada has evolved to reflect both its European heritage and modern global trends while adapting to the country\'s environment. As Canada developed, architectural styles became a means to express its identity as an independent...

We designed an art museum to showcase the ceramic culture in Yixing, known as the "ceramic capital" and renowned for its production of pottery using purple clay. The site was once the center of Yixing\'s ceramic culture, with its...

Located at the border between Yeonhui-dong in Seodaemun-gu and Namgajwa-dong, the Layered House sits along a relatively quiet and peaceful main road. The building\'s scale was determined by the widening of the road at a dead-end and the setback...

Showering is one of the most physically sensational rituals we commit to on a daily basis?often, when time allows, even multiple times between morning and night. It represents the transformative power of water on the body, offering a cascade of...

Unico, as a co-development village project, aims to provide a new living possibility for city inhabitants. The first phase of the construction involves more than 60 vacant courtyards, each covering an area ranging from 200 to 400 square meters. 45...

ARRCC has re-envisioned a Cape Town home’s interior layout and exterior composition to include a flowing, open-plan arrangement beneath a newly crafted self-supporting concrete roof. Named Wave Villa, the project is located on the Atlantic...

Nestled on Brooklyn’s waterfront, the Kent Avenue Penthouse by Norm Architects offers a serene escape with views of the East River and Manhattan skyline. Completed in 2024, this New York apartment features an open-plan layout and sunken terrace...

Castle High is a coastal farmhouse located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, designed by Hyde + Hyde Architects in 2021. The project transforms a thermally inefficient farmhouse into a contemporary residence, creating a natural-flowing horseshoe courtyard...

The GM Arquitecto team designed Casa E+E in Spain to offer spectacular views over the Mediterranean. Completed in 2024, this 283-square-metre house blends modern features with the essence of the original building. The design includes a sea-facing...

Office Crahayjamaigne designed an office in Malmedy, Belgium, that seamlessly merges into its natural surroundings. The structure, completed in 2022, features a “free� form, blending the building into the landscape with minimal visual impact....

Raulino Silva designed the Leça da Palmeira House in Matosinhos, Portugal, in 2023. Situated in a consolidated urban area, the two-story house features a structure that maintains the volume of the existing construction. On the site we found a...

Florence, Italy’s Villa M was renovated by Pierattelli Architetture in 2024. The single-family house features three floors and boasts typically Tuscan characteristics. Insights spotlight its architectural precision and exposure to well-balanced...

PAON Architects embodies a creative and collaborative work environment within a compact 180-square-meter space, thoughtfully designed to enhance the quality of life for the team. This studio prioritizes functionality while fostering a vibrant, open...

This project is an expansion of the Chabad of Charleston\'s rapidly growing Preschool of the Arts. Shortly after completing the original building and launching the school, the program quickly outgrew the two classrooms to which it was designated....

For Os Espacialistas, geometry is the relationship of affection that humans establish with nature. Cella is a kind of space with anatomical, architectural, and sculptural qualities. At its core, it is a body (cell), a space (cell), and a material...

Maribor\'s coachmen were the most delighted when in 1912 the Austrians opened the now Stari Most - the ‘Old Bridge’ - over the Drava River, replacing the wooden bridge that had caused an annoying bottleneck on the busy road from Vienna...

Arborescence is part of our research approach to integrating greenery with well-being. The 35-metre-high vertical garden is designed through an open call for the "IMAGINE ANGERS" competition. The building exemplifies how architecture can...

Every innovation brings with it frictions, disruptions, and, above all, learnings. In the construction industry—a sector historically resistant to change—new construction systems are often met with some skepticism, requiring careful...

Nestled On a plot of land (1000 sqm) that lies about 24 kilometers to the northeast of Isfahan, and neighbored by Zyandehrood River to the south, the house was commissioned to be a duplex that faces the river for a family of four. The project is...

Located on an estuary of Prien Lake, straddling the Louisiana/Texas border, Pelican House exudes an elevated cabin aesthetic. Clad in Western red cedar and embellished with Texas Lueder limestone columns, broad overhangs, and exposed wood beams,...

Snøhetta has revealed its design for a new building dedicated to a well-loved institution, the Omaha Children\'s Museum. Located just a few blocks from the Kiewit Luminarium and overlooking the river, this new facility is designed following best...

Lighthouse is a residential-led, mixed-use development situated at the tip of Aarhus Harbour, facing the water, and pinpointing the transition from Aarhus Bay. Openness, safety, and diversity characterize the development, which combines a high-rise...

Chapman Taylor\'s Saadiyat Beach District Residences project has moved to the construction phase, marking a new development within Saadiyat Island\'s expanding cultural and residential landscape. This waterfront project, part of the broader...

The middle of the Twentieth Century saw the independence of most countries on the African continent. Those euphoric times brought forward-looking sentiments and a wish to break with the past. As an architectural movement, Modernism was ideal for the...

Emphasizing the enhancement of the landscape in a respectful and environmentally friendly manner, the creative and architectural process of iHouse estudio, an architecture firm based in Montevideo, Uruguay, proposes a way of living in contact with...

Surrounded by adjacent building walls in a succession of narrow, low-lying plots in the old working-class neighbourhood of Foios stands a house that seeks to revive the heritage of traditional residential architecture in the surrounding area. In its...

In a community where nature endures and history unfolds with grace, there stood a house, 75 years in the making. This was an architect\'s personal project, breathing new life into an ancient dwelling. The neighborhood, a tapestry of a few homes,...

In the design, we not only consider the comfort of the householder, but also respond to the needs of the village. By designing small pockets, cat nests, bird nests and windows facing the street, we create an open and private environment. Despite the...

The proliferation of villas on Tehran\'s outskirts reflects more than a desire to escape the city\'s clamor and density. These homes embody a spirited pursuit of leisure and conviviality. The dynamic interplay of indoor and outdoor spaces,...

True to its name Retreat Home by Neogenesis+Studi0261 is a get-away house to escape the frenzied hustle and bustle of city life. A holiday home to a diamond merchant in Surat, this elemental yet contemporary house has been designed to embrace...

Designed in 2023 by Roovice, Apartment in Kamakura is nestled in Japan’s mountainous region. This residential space underwent a modern transformation, integrating its natural surroundings and featuring exposed structures. The design incorporates a...

Kee Yen Architect designed the 3-Juxta House in Malaysia, creating a refined two-level structure for a multi-generational family. Eschewing extravagance, the volumes are interconnected, accommodating diverse needs in tropical climate conditions. The...

The Roost by OPAL Architecture sits on a wooded slope in Maine, designed as a year-round retreat for a large family. Completed in 2022, the home maximizes a limited footprint with a two-story porch, including a sheltered entry and expansive living...