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The first request, from this young couple of professionals without children, was a conventional 2-bedroom house, without major pretensions. However, that possibility did not at all represent the couple's free and progressive, if slightly antisocial, spirit.  Rubén Calderón Rubén Calderón Rubén Calderón Rubén Calderón Rubén Calderón Rubén Calderón Rubén Calderón Our proposal then consisted of a loft, conceived as a space closed to the outside, whose geometry would become an urban sculpture, and towards the interior, a fluid space without physical barriers, which would provide versatility of flexible uses.... Más

With a lack of regard for resale norms, this inner-city bachelor pad was designed to be a dramatic little building designed solely for the client’s enjoyment and lifestyle. Timothy Kaye Timothy Kaye Timothy Kaye Timothy Kaye Timothy Kaye Timothy Kaye Timothy Kaye Timothy Kaye Timothy Kaye Caption Caption Caption Más

The planned building is a three-story steel-framed structure located just a few minutes' walk from Kumagaya Station. Built approximately 60 years ago, the building has served various purposes, with the first and second floors being used as tenant spaces. About two years ago, the owner rented the first floor and opened a beauty salon. However, as the space became too cramped, they decided to renovate the second floor. Yosuke Harada The owner's request was to create a new esthetic space on the second floor, in addition to the hair salon, to accommodate facial treatments and other beauty services. The second floor had previously been used as a restaurant and a mahjong parlor. The existing mosaic-patterned flooring still bears cigarette... Más

Revitalizing old buildings To the garden cafe: Chana's Cafe “Transmission of architecture and memory The building has been renovated to be consistent with its current use. It is considered to be respect for the values of the past. Thanes Piamnamai Thanes Piamnamai Chana's Cafe is a renovation project of a two-story old building that used to be a house but has not been used for a long time. The ground floor used to be a living area and the upper floor is a rooftop. The building is located at the entrance and the orchard. The project owner wants to revive this building to come back to life by transforming it into a coffee shop that combines the harmony of a new way of life and old memories. Thanes Piamnamai Thanes Pi... Más

Down in the Clouds' includes three pavilions: a Cafe, a Reading Room, and a Film Room located among the rice paddies of Xiangshan, China. Each pavilion is constructed with container structures and inflatables, representing a playful tension between the lightness of inflatables and the heaviness of steel structures. Increments Studio + Practice on Earth Increments Studio + Practice on Earth Increments Studio + Practice on Earth Increments Studio + Practice on Earth Increments Studio + Practice on Earth Increments Studio + Practice on Earth Increments Studio + Practice on Earth Más

The design concept behind the materialization of this building is rooted in the traditional Vietnamese house pitch roof constructed from clay. The traditional approach has been seamlessly integrated into the contemporary design, where vertical walls have been carefully angled to reflect the traditional roof geometry and realized through horizontal clay slats. Incorporating small bamboo plantings in the front facade provides a natural shading solution, reducing the building's heat load and energy consumption. Hunter Douglas Việt Nam The Ministry of Construction's goal in developing an exemplary building for the College CUWC is to not only showcase green design but also to introduce students to green technologies. The MOC Building archi... Más

The Mi Casa Su Casa Club Hotel, located in Qinhuangdao City, the nearest and most popular coastal resort near Beijing, stands at the southern entrance of a residential community, serving as the central hub for public activities. Over the last ten years, this community has consistently organized various cultural and artistic events, attracting numerous vacationers, digital nomads, and artists to stay and create here. SU Shengliang SU Shengliang We aim to transform the hotel into the community's shared living room through diverse functions and an open floor plan layout. The hotel's entrance and lobby are positioned at the southeast corner of the first floor. The main spaces on the first and second floors are dedicated to public fun... Más

Two homes, one property, and a shared way of living—Kalm Residence located in Linden, Randburg, is a thoughtful take on co-housing, where two families come together to build a sustainable lifestyle. What started as a vision has grown into a home filled with shared experiences and challenges. Paris Brummer Paris Brummer Paris Brummer Paris Brummer Designed with both individuality and connection in mind, Kalm Residence carefully balances private and shared spaces, allowing each family to enjoy their own home while embracing a sense of community. This philosophy extends to the architectural details, where thoughtful design elements create a dialogue between the two houses, reinforcing their unity while celebrating th... Más

Designed for a challenging site in Big Sky, the lot is very wooded and rocky and has a lot of variation to the elevations of grade. Different community restrictions, building code regulations and HOA restrictions as well. So figuring out where to situate the house on the lot was the first and foremost challenge.  JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD Knowing that there are valley views behind the house and mountain views in front of the house, our clients wanted to capture those views as they were primary reason they bought the property. We worked from that as a starting point, then from there, figured out how to work with the land. We came up with was a stepped approach to the house, one that responds to the top... Más

El Centro La Chanca-Pescadería es un ejemplo de cómo la arquitectura puede adaptarse para perdurar en el tiempo. Surgió como una iniciativa del Ayuntamiento de Almería para rehabilitar el antiguo colegio Virgen del Socorro, diseñado por Guillermo Langle en 1964, convirtiéndolo en un espacio comunitario enfocado en la integración social, la educación y el desarrollo personal. La intervención incluyó refuerzos estructurales, rehabilitación de la envolvente y la puesta en uso de la planta baja y el patio interior. Juanan Barros Juanan Barros Juanan Barros El proyecto busca recuperar el valor patrimonial del edificio y adaptarlo a las necesidades del... Más

For the first time in nearly 60 years, the University of Warsaw has introduced a new public dormitory, setting a fresh benchmark for student living in Poland. Functionality, accessibility, and community are the pillars of this project. “We designed a space where architecture is not just about form but, above all, about enhancing the quality of life for its residents,” say the architects from Projekt Praga. Nate Cook A modern approach to student housing The University of Warsaw’s Student House No. 7 redefines student housing with its modern, functional, and community-driven design for 382 residents. Selected through an architectural competition organized by the Association of Polish Architects (SARP) and the Universi... Más

The owner, founder of a well-known fashion brand—sought to revamp both the functionality and lighting of their long-standing home. Tucked away in a narrow alley in Hanoi, the property boasts a spacious plot compared to neighboring houses. The original structure was well-positioned, leaving a south-facing front yard that invites natural breezes. Abluebird The challenge for the design team was twofold: to adapt the layout to better suit the owner's current needs and to enhance natural lighting at the rear of the house, which was previously dark and cramped. Abluebird By leveraging the generous front yard, the ground floor layout was reimagined with a more "villa-like" feel, introducing multiple entry points. Guests can enter... Más

A PHENOMENA ODYSSEY ---- STUDIO8 has designed all-day entertainment venue in Beijing Sven Zhang Sven Zhang Every time we encounter spaces, we always leave with a first impression in our minds. One of the things that are often communicated with us is the temperature of the space. It is not the actual room temperature, but rather the feeling and atmosphere that engaged our senses in various ways. Warm and cozy spaces invite us to slow down, while we avoid staying long in colder spaces. Consequently, temperature is one of the key features influencing our experience of spatial design.  Sven Zhang Sven Zhang The request for CHAMBER28 was straightforward – a new, one of a kind all-day entertainment venue in Beiji... Más

UR Duplex Apartment in Shanghai by STUDIO8 — “ALWAYS HAVING YOU IN SIGHT” APARTMENT connected by one “bridge” and two staircases Sven Zhang Sven Zhang How to describe and preserve time when you are with your loving ones?  When you are at home, you might want to have some “me” time as well as have all your family members in sight.   Sven Zhang Sven Zhang Shanghai-based architecture design studio STUDIO8 has completed a 420-square-metre duplex apartment for a young couple with two kids.  The couple wants a spatial and clean space where they can have their own space for different activities and at the same time be able to spend quality time with family and friends.... Más