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Architecture design

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about architecture design

Project • By Seth Powers PhotographyOffices

Lujiazui Capital Plaza

From the architect: Comprising five towers connected by walkable plazas and public spaces, this major commercial development is unusual for its multi-building, human-scaled approach—a contrast to the typical Shanghai superblock. Seth Powers Seth Powers An urban-scale development creates civic value Lujiazui Capital Plaza is located near the endpoint of Century Avenue, the main thoroughfare in Shanghai’s Pudong financial district. Seeking to connect the dense financial district to the north with Century Plaza to the south, a cultural district of parks and museums, SOM took an urbanistic approach to planning the development. With five buildings arranged around a network of plazas and public spaces, the site planning s... More

Project • By WATG & Wimberly InteriorsHotels

Dangkou Ancient Town Hotel Wuxi

Located in the serene and historic heart of Dangkou Ancient Town, Hotel Wuxi is a prestigious addition to Accor’s MGallery Collection. Rooted in the belief that every destination has its own soul, the design encapsulates Dangkou’s charm of a bygone era with authenticity, reverence, and imagination. Inspired by the elegance and romance of a traditional Jiangnan water town where canals delicately weave through and graceful stone moon bridges arch over the waterways, an integrated design honoring these traditions has been crafted, where stories of culture and history come to life in every corner. Seth Powers Seth Powers Seth Powers Seth Powers The architecture expresses the formality of Jiangnan traditions thro... More

Project • By Prashant Parmar ArchitectPrivate Houses

Visamo | NRI Bungalow at Naranpura

Visamo – A Serene Sanctuary of Modern Living Rooted in Tradition Nestled in the upscale neighborhood of Naranpura, Ahmedabad, Visamo is a south-facing NRI bungalow that redefines luxurious living through a seamless blend of contemporary architecture and biophilic design. Spanning a 7,330 sq. ft. plot with 10,000 sq. ft. of built-up area, this residence is a heartfelt homecoming for a young couple returning to India after 15 years in the US. Their vision was clear: to create a serene, timeless home that reflects Indian cultural values while offering the comforts of modern life. Inclined Studio This five-bedroom bungalow is designed around a striking triple-height central courtyard, inspired by the traditional Indian chowk. Ancho... More

Project • By ingenhoven associatesOffices

International Trade Tower

The International Trade Tower, also known as Mapletree Bay Point, is a commercial high-rise located in the Kwun Tong district of Hong Kong. Set within one of the city’s fastest-growing business areas, the building stands at 95 metres and offers around 61,000 square metres of office space. Its architecture is defined by clarity and restraint – a compact volume with rounded corners and a continuous rhythm of horizontal louvres. © ingenhoven associates / HGEsch © ingenhoven associates / HGEsch Architecture for a Dense and Demanding Urban LifeIn Hong Kong’s dense, fast-moving urban landscape, space takes on new meaning. It’s no longer just a matter of square metres. It’s a moment to slow down,... More

Project • By Unagru Architecture UrbanismPrivate Houses

House For A Cellist

Our clients wanted to improve their existing traditional Victorian terrace house by adding a rear extension, refurbishment and reconfiguration of the traditional plan. The design has delivered a bright home, with distinctive design moments scattered throughout the house, such as the circular skylight and a timber cladded wedge-shaped amenity room that enhances the openness and natural light intake of the interior, revealing an ideal place for our musician client to practice.  Nick Dearden We added a generous single-storey ground floor rear extension, with a roof terrace above, replacing old additions to the house (dating to the 1970's and 1990's). The ground floor plan has the kitchen at the front of the house, a spacious, privat... More

Project • By Banker WireOffices

Orega Tootal Building

In the heart of Manchester's bustling city center, Orega, a trailblazer in flexible workspace solutions, identified a growing demand for premium private offices. The Tootal Buildings, nestled in the vibrant Knowledge Corridor, presented a unique opportunity for Orega to craft a cutting-edge office environment tailored to the burgeoning market for spaces under 5,000 square feet. Banker Wire Revamping the existing structure was no small feat. It required a significant design overhaul to meet the modern expectations of flexible workspace users. The challenge was twofold: effectively utilizing space to cater to the demand for smaller workspaces while seamlessly integrating collaborative and private zones. Central to Orega's vision was en... More

Project • By Studio Svetti Architecture (Emanuele Svetti)Private Houses

LUXURY PRIVATE VILLA IN WEST HOLLYWOOD

There are special occasions in life, and this residence in Tanager Way in Los Angeles was born from my long-lasting friendship with Mary Ta and Lars Hypko, histrionic owners of Mass Beverly and Minotti LA. Courtesy Of Studio Svetti Architecture Courtesy Of Studio Svetti Architecture Courtesy Of Studio Svetti Architecture The architecture of McClean Design on the Hollywood hills was the perfect context: large glass walls, with the light that filters in every direction, an infinity pool overlooking Down Town with a breathtaking view. These are the main features, the “Raw materials” on which we based the “TR-102” project, a luxury private residence located in Los Angeles, in the exclusive West Hollywood... More

Project • By Metro arquitectosHotels

Azul del Carmen

Azul del Carmen is a Project that responds to how the world of hospitality has evolved. Every day, Airbnb offer grows worldwide. In a highly touristic destiny such as Playa del Carmen, this offer grows quickly. The building is set on a small 245sqm lot, which obliged to a vertical development, which has 4 units, each one with 110sqm. On top, a roof garden with a bar, lounge and infinity pool for all guests. Erick Laguna Exploring possible layouts, the vertical circulation was designed on the front façade. With this condition, we decided to play with light, color and the volume’s monumentality, which was materialized with a blue lattice that connects us with the Caribbean Sea tones. Erick Laguna Each unit has three b... More

Product • By Ebony and CoContinental Oak Andalussiah Hardwax

Continental Oak Andalussiah Hardwax

Pre-finished by hand, we give our Oak a warm olive-brown slightly "cerused" touch. Before applying hardwax, the Oak is deeply oil-stained in a subtle 2-tone to protect and keep its authentic look for longer. This finish works particularly well on uniform clear graded or rift and quarter cut planks in narrow planks and herringbone patterns in contemporaine homes with a classic touch. More

Product • By Ebony and CoContinental Oak Stonehenge Hardwax

Continental Oak Stonehenge Hardwax

Pre-finished by hand giving our Oak a subtle "weathered" matte grey patina that fades beautifully over time. The wood is treated with Hardwax-oil and can be soaped and kept up with maintenance oil time after time to nourish and protect the surface patina. This finish works best Clear and Select graded or wideplanks in random widths and long boards for floor or wall. More

Product • By Ebony and CoContinental Oak Marignan Velvet Poly

Continental Oak Marignan Velvet Poly

Pre-finished by hand, with a warm opulent look and feel, the Oak is lightly fumed and treated with our lye that prevents yellowing. After that we apply a hard-wearing extremly matt coating . This finish works well on both uniform and more rustic Oak patterns for floors and walls. A brushed texture can be added for more grain character. More

Project • By VMDO ArchitectsPrimary Schools

Bluestone Elementary School

Harrisonburg, Virginia’s Bluestone Elementary School has been called “the happiest school in America.” Maybe it’s because the students can sense that they’re saving the earth. The 103,000-sq.-ft. building has an energy use index (EUI) of just 18. That’s 75% below the national average for peer facilities or 60 EUI. Though it’s more likely because architects at VMDO designed the building to reflect the school’s mission; to educate a diverse student body, where the district’s students speak as many as 58 different languages, to build community, and to support collaboration. “The school district wanted the design to embrace and support transformative learning, making sure it was an equ... More

Product • By MayorAMAZONIA COLLECTION

AMAZONIA COLLECTION

Amazonia comes from natural wood, its grains, colours and textures have been carefully created to obtain the closest finish to reality but in a much more ecological way, leaving aside the felling of trees and adding to the innovation all the advantages of porcelain stoneware and the zero waste of Cerámica Mayor. A series that expands longitudinally throughout a space, providing warmth and union, the avant-garde without forgetting tradition. Amazonia is a return to the wild origin of natural wood, maintaining its noble, pure character and faithful to its essence, with its grain and knots that are so characteristic of wood. In addition, its minimum maintenance, resistance and durability are some of the advantages of dealing with our c... More

Project • By ARCHFORM StudioRestaurants

GOLDEN JET

Golden Jet Restaurant has been developed for passengers who want to spend time in a more private and elegant atmosphere. The restaurant hall is located in the cafe area, but it is raised to the podium and is divided from the main flow of passengers by the decorative facade of metal vertical bars. Area: 82 m2 Oleg Bajura Oleg Bajura Oleg Bajura Oleg Bajura Caption Caption More

Project • By Leonardo MarchesiTemples

Hoilday house

Luxor is a modern city built on the foundations of Thebes, the ancient Egyptian capital of the New Kingdom. The whole city was built on the east bank of the Nile, where the pharaohs decided at some point to build a gigantic temple complex dedicated to Amun. Caption The site was always under the construction eyes of the pharaohs, since the pharaohs use to build their homes in brick, (stone was dedicated to temples and tombs), thus not much has been left of ancient royal palaces. Caption The House in Luxor sits on an island, isolated from the noise of the city and aim to reverse the housing construction tradition; a house built with gigantic blocks of stone secured in place by gravity alone. Caption For this reason, the Hous... More