Architecture and Culture

Located in the historic Kasbah-Mechouar district of Marrakech, Hidden Echo is a conceptual cultural project that interprets Moroccan architectural traditions through a contemporary environmental approach. Developed for the Riad Garden 51 site near Agdal Gardens and Bab Agnaou, the proposal combines passive climatic systems, rammed earth construction, water management strategies, and local craftsmanship within a spatial framework inspired by kasbahs, riads, and Moroccan gardens. Caption The project was conceived as a low-energy and climate-adaptive architectural proposal rather than a technology-driven building. Its environmental approach relies on thermal mass, evaporative cooling, natural ventilation, solar control, daylight optimiz... More

The Poet’s House by Next Office is the restoration and adaptive reuse of the former home of Iranian poet and dissident Ahmad Shamlou into a cultural center in downtown Tehran. While preserving the original brick façade and structural shell, the project introduces a spatial intervention along a second-floor wall bearing a handwritten poem by Shamlou. This element was extended into a conceptual and semi-structural backbone—transformed into a three-dimensional promenade that opens the house toward the city. Through this approach, the formerly private courtyard becomes a public open space that invites visitors into the life, thoughts, and legacy of the poet. Parham Taghioff The client—a devotee of Shamlou—so... More

A silent vessel on water, cut from light and myth, inviting visitors to step beyond the everyday and enter the realm of possibility. Panos Nikolaidis Panos Nikolaidis Conceived as a contemporary fairytale, this landmark proposal seeks to offer East England more than a visual icon, it aspires to become a place of inner transformation. Rising from the water like a sculpted dream, the structure is both monumental and elusive, a shard of imagination rendered in pure form. Visitors do not merely observe it; they inhabit it. Through its shifting perspectives, veiled light, and mirrored reflections, it awakens a sense of wonder often forgotten in daily life. Panos Nikolaidis Rather than display technology, it dissolves it, allowin... More

Core Program Components La Coursive is an Architecture and Heritage Interpretation Center in Fougères (Ille-et-Vilaine), comprising: 300 m² of reception areas (ticketing, bookshop, cloakroom, restrooms)320 m² of permanent exhibition space, showcasing the city’s history110 m² of temporary exhibition space60 m² event hall (seating approximately 50, for openings, lectures, etc.)Two 50 m² educational workshops240 m² of offices and staff workspaces for the La Coursive team Antoine Cardi Site Constraints The project is located at the foot of Fougères Castle, the largest medieval fortress in Western Europe. The site is classified as a protected heritage zone (ZPPAUP). Three existing buildi... More

Location: West Bengal, IndiaTypology: University CampusArchitect: CP Kukreja ArchitectsClient: Government of West Bengal Nestled near the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shantiniketan—Rabindranath Tagore’s iconic vision of a utopian cultural and educational commune—Biswa Bangla Biswavidyalaya (BBB) emerges as a contemporary liberal arts university that reimagines the ancient Indian ethos of learning amidst nature. Wonder Aperture A Campus Born from ContextDesigned as a tribute to the philosophies of Tagore and the region’s deep-rooted traditions, BBB draws inspiration from the 'Gurukul' system, creating a campus where learning and nature are intrinsically intertwined. The master plan embraces Bengal’s cult... More

The new theatre is a pivotal element of the broader redevelopment project for Via Milano, titled“Oltrela strada.”This initiative seeks to transform the industrial identity of the area, establishing the theatreas a landmark in a zone undergoing significant revitalization, enriched by numerous enhancementprojects. Federico Covre Federico Covre Set back from the street line, the architecture creates a“civic churchyard”paved with granite and atree-lined plaza on its eastern side, adjacentto the existing residential area. The plaza is distinguishedby ventilation chimneys and the mirrored volume of the plant room to the south. Redefining thesurrounding public space is as crucial as the architecture itself in enh... More

In honor of Día de Muertos, “Unexpected Reflections” is an immersive installation that reinterprets Mexico’s beloved tradition of honoring the deceased from a contemporary perspective. Conceived by artist Miguel de la Torre, this piece explores the boundaries between the realms of the living and the dead, inviting visitors to cross a symbolic portal and participate actively in the ritual of remembrance for those who are no longer with us. Jaime Navarro At the heart of the installation is a mirrored wall, acting as a symbolic boundary between these two worlds. As visitors see their reflections in the mirror, they experience a profound connection to the space, with their own image becoming a metaphor for the ete... More

Jam Factory Art Center is a contemporary art center in Lviv, opened in the revitalized premises of a former jam factory. The institution organizes exhibitions, theater, music, educational projects, concerts, and performances. Andriy Bezuglov Andriy Bezuglov Andriy Bezuglov Andriy Bezuglov LOCATION The history of this place dates back to 1826 and formally begins with the Josef Kronik and Son distillery, founded in 1872. The factory's premises were partially destroyed in a fire and rebuilt in the Neo-Gothic style before the First World War. In the 1950s, during the Soviet era, the company was re-qualified for wine production, and in the 1970s it became a jam factory, which operated until the beginning of the new century.... More

Kyndryl, newly separated from IBM, faced a daunting task: to establish its own unique identity. Their Bangalore office design project was more than just aesthetics; it was a chance to define their brand and culture. With a tight deadline of eight months, the Space Matrix team faced the challenge of integrating advanced technology, sustainable materials, and an inclusive environment while maintaining a cohesive brand story. Space Matrix Space Matrix approached this project with a focus on innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability. The core idea was to create a workspace that not only reflected Kyndryl's values but also fostered a sense of belonging and inspiration. Space Matrix Every detail of the office design was carefully cr... More

"Matrix-Space for All": Space Installation at Taikang Art Museum Back to the Beginning of Life Zhu Yumeng Zhu Yumeng In the summer of 2024, the "Matrix" space installation created by CPLUS is exhibited in Taikang Art Museum (TAM) Gallery A. The work focuses on the neglected individual perception in the landmark urban space, encouraging people to establish emotional bonds with the city in a shared exploration of the proximate space. Zhu Yumeng Zhu Yumeng Taikang Art Museum is located in the core area of Beijing CBD, surrounded by super-tall buildings. These towers symbolize the influence of the city and the efficient allocation of resources, weave daily activities into the prosperous scene of the CBD area. However, the... More

Aging in local conditions, Innovation in inheritance. Terrier is the general name of a local unique natural environment (including land, mountains, rivers, climate, products, etc.) and people's customs and habits. Whether it can express local customs is, to some extent, the standard of whether the food is good. A winemaker once said, "The difference between good wine and ordinary wine lies in whether it can express local conditions, that is, whether there is a soul or not." Yongchun has a unique natural environment suitable for brewing vinegar. It has good air and water quality. It also has the ancient technology of vinegar making and the tradition of every family brewing vinegar. It can be said that without the unique "local customs" , th... More

Located on the steep Scott Street, the parklet glides along the sidewalk to reach the bar of the same name. Following the street angle, three circular benches unfold like bleachers in front of the large dining room windows.  Dave Tremblay / 1Px Absorbing the charm and character of the place, the installation captures the essence of the restaurant and extends it outside during the beautiful season. Wooden paneling covering the lower portion of the walls wraps around the backrests of the benches, creating a close connection between the interior and the exterior. The iconic color of Buvette Scott covers the steel structure of the tables and seating.  Dave Tremblay / 1Px From the street, the giant shingle cladding whispers... More

le temple borobudur Inspired by Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple in the world, Hotel Le Temple was designed by Apconsultant. The design of this new stupa is inspired by the design of the original stupa of Hotel Le Temple, where the design of this stupa was designed directly by the founder of Hotel Le Temple, Mr. Jolan Tachet. Providing guests with an unforgettable experience with a unique architectural combination inspired by the principles of Buddhist temples and the magic of Borobudur apconsultant apconsultant apconsultant apconsultant   The most challenging thing is to combine temple philosophy with modern design principles - a combination that has a certain geometric composition must have a certain geome... More

Externally, the building looks like a closed structure of blank blocks, but inside, due to the labyrinth spatial organization and the transformational potential of the pavilions, the adventure and inspiring spatial experience begins.    The cultural center is located on two floors – the first and -1, where additional spaces are concentrated, in which a special action takes place: to get there, one needs to go down through a secret passage – a waterfall. There are four main axes in the labyrinth, each of which divides the structure into “quarters”. The bottom left includes restaurants, the theater, and the offices. The upper left quarter incorporates a large pavilion with the main stage. The upper right se... More