Cultural architecture

KONNE><천 PAVILION: BRIDGE 23 OBRA Architects' KONNE><천 Pavilion is a site-specific, open-ended installation celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Cheonggye Stream restoration. Inspired by democratic values of freedom and multiplicity, the pavilion creates a dual-faced "open theater" that encourages both aesthetic contemplation and active public participation through changeable media surfaces and an open platform configuration inviting visitors and local residents to enter and enjoy. © OBRA Architects © OBRA Architects KONNEXCHEON has been designed as BRIDGE 23 to be added to the other 22 bridges already spanning the stream. The two bridgeheads of the pavilion provide access to two different dream-worlds p... More

Huckle Design was appointed by British School Muscat as Architect of Record, Structural and MEP consultant, supporting lead consultant Jestico + Whiles, as part of the wider Phase 1 masterplan redevelopment. Courtesy of Huckle Design The Phase D package included the design of a modern, purpose-built theatre and auditorium with a seating capacity of 290 guests. The Oryx Theatre features tiered seating and a fully equipped technical setup, creating a dedicated space for performances, presentations and school events. The project provides a significant enhancement to the school’s facilities while integrating architectural, structural and MEP design within the wider campus redevelopment. Courtesy of British School Muscat More

The Museum of Light is a Spatial Work by Fausto Ferrara conceived in Pucón, Chile. The project does not treat light as a subject to be represented or as a scenographic effect. Light becomes a constructive material of architecture: it participates in the generation of form and makes perceptible the relationship between body, space, matter and time. Water, sky and landscape are not a background to the building. They enter into the construction of the Work through reflections, openings, thresholds and variations of light, continuously transforming the perception of space. Architecture does not simply separate interior and exterior; it establishes a condition in which the boundary itself becomes a place of relation. Matter acquires pr... More

Some cities never settle.They remain in motion—between histories, between meanings.Not quite whole, not entirely broken. We work in these in-betweens.In the quiet tension of thresholds.Where one street forgets what the last one remembered. tuncer cakmakli architects There is no single narrative to rebuild.No truth to restore.Only fragments—echoes, textures, absences. Our architecture does not attempt to reconcile.Instead, it listens.It gathers what remains.It makes space for contradiction. Behind our work is a longing:not for clarity,but for presence. tuncer cakmakli architects More

In the heart of Gaziantep, the GAP Culture Center emerges as a cultural beacon, seamlessly woven into the historical tapestry of the city. Situated in the proximity of the castle, this architectural gem, strategically placed at the edge of the expansive city park, transcends the conventional boundaries of cultural spaces. It presents a harmonious union of nature, sculpture, and artistic expression, inviting visitors on an enchanting architectural journey. As the GAP Culture Center stands proudly in the historical center of Gaziantep, its proximity to the castle and integration with the vast city park is no mere coincidence. TCA’s design philosophy is rooted in creating a cultural nucleus that not only enriches the historical context... More

Heights Casino is an historic social and recreational club located in Brooklyn Heights. Our transformative proposed renovations of the 1904 building have required navigating the creative limitations of its landmark, while fully respecting and deferring to its existing community and architectural integrity. In the process, we struck a delicate balance of preservation and innovation, protecting the building’s historic exterior while maximizing efficiency and enjoyment for all users, from front- to back-of-house.  Angela Hau   Heights Casino owes its complexity of operations to its various fitness facilities, tennis and squash courts, banquet halls and fine dining amenities, and private meeting rooms. We engaged stakehol... More

Colebrookdale Train Station is a ground-up cultural project in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. This new building will act as the “welcome center” and gathering hall for the township, as well as the main base for the region’s scenic railroad excursions. Courtesy Lea Architecture The design takes inspiration from the Edwardian St. Pancras station in London, and engages local manufacturers and salvage materials from the surrounding, historic area. The station includes a large event space, prep kitchen, and waiting hall. Planned as a cultural keystone for not only the town but also the region, the station will host the local farmers market and other community activities throughout the year.  Courtesy Lea Architecture More

In Jeddah, a building has been completed that speaks two architectural languages simultaneously and makes them sound like one. INJ Architects The new Indonesian Consulate General in Jeddah sits within one of the most historically layered cities in the Arabian Peninsula, a city where the UNESCO-listed Al-Balad district preserves centuries of Hijazi urban culture through its distinctive coral-stone facades and ornate wooden Rawshan screens. The client, the Republic of Indonesia, brought a brief that was as much cultural as it was functional: to build a sovereign diplomatic compound on Saudi soil that would carry the identity of the Indonesian nation without erasing the architectural memory of its host city. The project was further shape... More

Between the back of a shopping centre and a residential building, the garden at Quinta da Armada is a discreet but vibrant refuge. - an oasis. Adriano Ferreira Borges The "Mobile Seedbed", designed as part of the Festival Forma da Vizinhança – Braga 25, Portuguese Capital of Culture, is a modular structure on wheels, built with polycarbonate panels and curved sheet metal, that promotes self-production, biodiversity, and the sharing of knowledge. Adriano Ferreira Borges When stationary, it functions as a small greenhouse for seed germination. On the move, it travels through the city, raising the visibility of urban gardens and distributing seeds to other neighbourhoods. Adriano Ferreira Borges Adriano Ferreir... More

Located within the La Marina de Ouidah tourist complex, near the historic Gate of No Return, the Ouidah Arena is a cultural venue designed to host public events, performances, and traditional celebrations. With a capacity for 3,500 people and 2,600 m² of built area, it stands as a symbol of remembrance and cultural expression along Benin’s Slave Route. ADAC ADAC ADAC The arena is also the main venue for the International Voodoo Festival (Vodoun Days), a major cultural event that celebrates the spiritual and cultural roots of the country and attracts visitors from around the world. Inspired by traditional agoras, its open architecture encourages collective gathering and intercultural dialogue. Presidence du B&ea... More

The building of Cercle Calongí society, inaugurated in 1924, is located in the main square of Calonge old town. The organization has recently ceded part of the building to the City Council to be renewed as a cultural public facility. The assignment includes the concert hall and a patio, with access from the back street. Pol Viladoms Pol Viladoms Pol Viladoms Pol Viladoms Pol Viladoms The main challenge is to provide a new access through the courtyard and change its character to represent a public facility, offering a new facade towards a new square. Where the backdrop was, a large door is opened to connects directly to the patio, favoring versatility and being able to hold events that mix the interior with t... More

A rustic charm envelops visitors as they alight from a ferry and enter Easdale, an island in Scotland that exudes a rugged grace amidst the pleasing sight of nature’s vivid beauty. Being home to seven slate quarries, a tragic night in 1881 brought along with it a massive flood that ruined the quarries. Gradually reviving its glory, the island’s survival story is evident in the crystal blue water pools and the plethora of flora, fauna, and birdlife known to frequent the region.  Caption Caption Ferries being the only ultimate journey that takes visitors from Ellenabeich to Easdale, Terraviva, a platform organizing international Architectural Design Competitions, offered a brief inviting architectural firms all aro... More

Feel was conceived as a “third space” for the Omani community, bridging the gap between work and home. It is a place where the focus transcends the senses, fostering meaningful connections and experiences. Diman studio Diman studio Diman studio Diman studio Diman studio Diman studio Diman studio Diman studio In Feel Boutique Plaza, every design element stems from the project’s core concept, with each component influencing the others to form a cohesive and unified aesthetic. While the elements are designed independently, their harmony creates a singular, immersive atmosphere. Diman studio Diman studio Diman studio Diman studio Diman studio Jalal Mashhadi Far... More