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Glass blocks

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about glass blocks

Projekt • By Papundekl ArchitectsWohnungen

Apartment with glass block walls

A young couple loved living in a 70’s housing estate Dablice in Prague and after a few years in a rented flat decided to buy an identical flat in the neighbouring block of flats. However, he wanted to move into the new apartment after its total refurbishment. He therefore started looking for architects and after a small tender he approached Papundekl architects for cooperation.  The clients knew all the advantages and problems of the layout and their main goal was to make the apartment more light and get enough storage space. After joint discussions, a path of minor adjustments to the existing, otherwise satisfactory, layout was chosen.  In order to allow more natural light into the center of the apartment, the architects de... Mehr

Projekt • By ZROBIM architectsWohnungen

LOFT apartment

ZROBIM architects entwarfen eine einzigartige Wohnung im Loft-Stil mit einem eigenen zweiten Stockwerk. Die Hauptaufgabe bei der Entwicklung dieses Projekts bestand darin, eine harmonische Kombination aus industriellem Design und modernen Innenraumlösungen zu schaffen. Die 120 m2 große Wohnung befindet sich in der obersten Etage eines hochwertigen Gebäudes in Minsk. Die Designer des Architektur büros ZROBIM architects nutzten geschickt den fünf Meter langen Raum der Haupthalle, indem sie ihn in zwei Ebenen unterteilten und so die Gesamtfläche vergrößerten. Außerdem gab es auf jeder Ebene zwei Bäder. Zum Programm gehören eine Küche, die in den Wohnbereich übergeht, und ein... Mehr

NachrichtenNachrichten • 31 Dez. 2022

Darwin 111 by Hermanos Goldenberg exemplifies interdisciplinary design process

Situated at the corner of Darwin and Loyola streets in front of an old tannery, Darwin 111, designed by Hermanos Goldenberg, is a residential building with a gastronomic place and parking.  Federico Kulekdjian The structure comprises two volumes interlinked via a circulation bridge and separated by an enclosed patio or a street, inspired by the typology of the formerly mentioned tannery. Featuring steel construction, the structure was built in a contemporary and interdisciplinary design process, taking only a year to complete.  Federico Kulekdjian Alveolar concrete bricks were used to raise the dividing walls between the exterior and interior. Upon enclosing the structure, reinforced concrete stairs with railin... Mehr

NachrichtenNachrichten • 5 Okt. 2022

Ksoul Studio layers emotions, colours and playful elements in the Chee-se restaurant in Tay Ninh

Popular amongst youth and families in Tay Ninh, Vietnam, Chee-se opens its second store and restaurant to offer people not just quality food but also a lively space. Ksoul studio has taken up this venture of making the chain’s food and spatial journey a memorable one. Valor Studio The design uses yellow and grey as the primary colours, taking inspiration from the identity of the brand. The façade features yellow fluid lines reflecting layers of melted cheese, evoking a visual reminder to the passers-by. Valor Studio The design pays equal attention to aesthetics and function. Single tables inspired by jigsaws are movable to become larger tables for bigger groups. The cashier and bar unveil a stainless-steel f... Mehr

NachrichtenNachrichten • 16 Sept. 2022

Wezo Hotel by Wedo Design interweaves art, culture, lifestyle and business

Located in Qingyang, the Wezo Hotel designed by Wedo Design is a social platform for art, culture, lifestyle and business. The design idea revolves around the circle of art life and creating a social space for urban youth to interact.  XIANG AO The exhibition hall portrays a romantic synthesis while the collection shop, with a mysterious aura around it, replicates the atmosphere of a castle. A grape-trellis-shaped stone pillar highlights the open-ended cafe and bar, creating a vintage look. Corridors are paired with wooden panes, giving a classical charm. XIANG AO The transition from the entrance creates a liminal space enhanced by a water bridge side and tones of subtle luxury. The design integrates characteristics... Mehr

Projekt • By ED Design LtdRestaurants

616 & Maks Hotpot and Brewpub

616 and Maks has collaborated a new restaurant 616 Maks. Both of the brands are specialized in handcrafting products of their own kind: beef and beer. This restaurant situated in the center of Tsim Sha Tsui is distinct with local building techniques and craftsmanship to be blended in an industrial ambience. Glass blocks, terrazzo and golden signages are significant elements in the 80’s interior design which become the main features in 616 Maks.   The main entrance is framed with two walls of glass blocks and white tiles with the golden signages of the two brands confronting each other which explicitly tell the customers that there are two different brands. Customers can enjoy a freshly brewed seasonal handcrafted beer from the... Mehr

Projekt • By Lagula ArquitectesGehäuse

16.13-SCL-Santa Clara

Sta Clara 11 is settled in one of the best areas of the Girona old quarter, facing the river. The aim of the Gironi developer is to transform a 70’s office dense storey building in a new dynamic living typology.   Several surgical operations are developed to transform the apparently indifferent modern movement structure into a rooted Gironi edifice, linked to the urban fabric pre-existences. All those aimed both to improve the inhabitant’s common life quality and to enhance the urban values.   A new curvy courtyard is proposed. This is thought as modern, transparent, luminous space, open to the sky. As a building heart, provides light, ventilation and character to the homes and to the public mew. It is defined in g... Mehr

NachrichtenInnovationen • 20 Juli 2020

Tiny urban house retrofit takes a fresh look at the design potential of glass-block

Accommodating a start-up leather shop, with accompanying living space and bedrooms, this tiny urban house is a retrofit project occupying an 18 square-meter site in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The architects, ROOM+ Design & Build, found a creative retrofitting solution by carefully removing two old brick facades and replacing them with glass-block facades and integrated windows with new minimal steel structure. Credit: SM Art Studio Located on the northeast and southeast façades, the translucent glass-blocks allow for natural light and ventilation without sacrificing interior privacy. The house blends into its surroundings during the day while at night, when the lights are on, the glass-block takes on a lantern-like effect.... Mehr

Projekt • By BodinChapa ArchitectsBars

Tamarind Bistro and Music House

Tamarind  bistro and music house is the renovation of 2 old wooden houses with over 50 years old , which is located in Chiangrai, to be desirable location at a various times by selecting it to be the cafe & restaurant in the middle of the day and a music house at night. The challenge of the design is to use less of the construction's budget with the best value and can change the aspect of Chiangrai people that still familiar with a scary old wooden houses into an interesting area , as well as being able to bring a group of people with various ages to efficiency use the area since the original area was an old wooden building with over 50 years old , causing the internal and external conditions quite shabby and decay over the time .... Mehr

Projekt • By Maden GroupBars

HEB'S

Die Liebe zu Cafés, Restaurants, Bars und Praktiken, viel Zeit an unseren Lieblingsplätzen zu verbringen, ist eines unserer Merkmale. Unsere Kultur genießt gutes Essen und Kaffee, vor allem bei guter Gesellschaft beim Essen und Trinken, es lohnt sich auch zu verlangen, dass wir auch Fastfood langsam essen. Einer der stärksten Punkte, auf die wir achten wollten, war der Komfort, das besondere Aussehen und das Gefühl "zu Hause" zu sein.   Glasbausteine wurden in Fällen verwendet, in denen sie in der Vergangenheit Licht und keine Aussicht brauchten ... meist an sekundären Orten wie WC, Treppenhäusern usw., während wir ihnen einen Mehrwert verliehen haben, indem wir gezeigt haben, dass die... Mehr

Projekt • By STUDIO SHOOBars

SHAVI Bistro

Die Einzigartigkeit des Shavi-Projekts liegt in dem Konzept "Gastronomie durch Kunst", das das STUDIO SHOO während des Gestaltungsprozesses inspirierte. Betrachten Sie die Farben, die Kunst oder die georgische Architektur durch das Prisma der modernen Welt und der heutigen Mode, und Sie werden das neue Gastro-Bistro mit dem Geist des nicht-traditionellen Georgiens sehen. Polina Poludkina "Fast casual" ist ein völlig neues Format für die Stadt Yoshkar-Ola: ein recht kleiner Raum, hohe Sitze, kellnerloser und schneller Service. Gleichzeitig gibt es aber immer frische Gerichte direkt aus der Küche, und der gesamte Kochprozess findet direkt vor den Augen der Gäste statt. Ein solch ausgeklügeltes Konzept zu en... Mehr

Projekt • By MIYAOWohnungen

Bay view apartment

BAY VIEW APARTMENT | INTERIOR | RUSSIA | 219 SQ. M If the apartment has a stunning sea view, then it has to be shown to everyone. The owners of this spacious penthouse in the downtown did just so: they rebuilt their home in such a way that the loud parties could be held there. In the middle of the spacious living room combined with a kitchen there is a large table for friendly feasts. It’s very comfy to chat at the bar, or, if you want some solitude, you can enjoy a stunning view of the city opening from the terrace. At the far end of the apartment there is a bedroom with a labyrinth of dressing rooms. It was important for the mistress that she could put her impressive collection of clothes there. The windows in this apartment look... Mehr

Projekt • By gh3* architectsPumpstationen

RTC

The built environment, and its use and care of resources, plays a central role in the sustainability and resiliency of our life on this planet. While climate change impacts many areas, water is foremost among the resources that humans must learn to use less of and care better for.   With climate change resulting in hotter weather and more energetic storms, existing municipal stormwater infrastructure is being overwhelmed. The Real Time Control Building #3 is part of the City of Edmonton’s expanded urban ecosystem strategy; a vital component in the reduction of untreated run-off and sewage flowing into the North Saskatchewan River.   Situated on the corner of 84th Street NW and Jasper Avenue, just east of the downtown cor... Mehr

Projekt • By StudioMDAMuseen

Faurschou Foundation

Faurschou Foundation is a private museum designed by studioMDA in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. With this addition, Faurschou Foundation is expanding its global art footprint to three permanent exhibition spaces including Copenhagen and Beijing. The Foundation aims to enhance the already rich cultural landscape of New York City by providing unique experiences for local, regional, and international visitors—engaging them with topical ideas and themes through artistic practice.   In designing this 12,000 sq. ft. building, studioMDA has converted an industrial warehouse to an exhibition space which maximizes spatial flexibility and natural light. The new space houses three distinctive exhibition spaces of varying aesthetic characteristics,... Mehr

Projekt • By Tanja Lincke ArchitektenPrivathäuser

Haus an der Spree

Das Wohnhaus am Ufer des ehemaligen Werftgeländes der Wasserschutzpolizei der DDR in Berlin-Treptow fügt sich in seiner Materialität und Anmutung selbstverständlich in die industriell geprägte Umgebung von Betonstegen, Uferbefestigung und Bootshäusern aus den 70-er Jahren ein. Im Zusammenspiel mit dem benachbarten Ruinengarten, durch welchen der Blick zur Spree bewusst inszeniert wird, war es notwendig, die Wohnebene anzuheben und so einen großzügigen Blick auf das Wasser freizugeben. Diese Entwurfsentscheidung war auch für den Blick von Innen nach Außen wichtig; die Uferkante ist auf diese Weise nicht mehr wahrnehmbar. Die Spree scheint unter dem Wohnbereich hindurchzufließen. &nbs... Mehr