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Exposed brick facade

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Project • By Vir.Mueller ArchitectsPrimary Schools

healthy planet school

The intensity of megacity urbanity, where air pollution and environmental degradation are pre-conditions for design, presents a particular challenge for the creation of secure environments for education. Conceptualized as a “cocoon”, this project for a pre-school and kindergarten – aspires to be a luminous safe haven for young children, as they engage with early years learning.  Organised as a set of organic ‘cells’ of curved brick walls punctuated by circular porthole windows, the learning spaces weave a tactile ring around a courtyard.  Lined with slats of birch plywood – a soft counterpoint to the brick, the courtyard assumes primacy as the focal space within - draped in a tent and illuminate... More

NewsSpecification • 11 Jul 2023

10 school buildings with special brick facades

In an interview with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), it was proposed that good school building design should eliminate “cramped spaces, lack of natural light, and bad acoustics.” Moreover, “school buildings should relate to their surrounding community, each offering its unique set of challenges and opportunities” (Pisanu, 2018). Brick is one particularly solid building material — both traditional and contemporary, it is extremely practical and durable. The key benefits of using brick in architecture include its resistance to the elements, non-combustibility, long life, and recyclability. Available in numerous colors and textures, brick has many aesthetic qualities. The use of brickwork in sc... More

NewsNews • 26 Feb 2023

Zeni Arkitekter revamps a former military building into a state-of-the-art event space

Built as a part of the historic army barracks of Sonderborg on a hilltop overlooking the harbour on the Als island in southern Denmark, a former army drill and garage have been transformed into a contemporary concert and event venue with cutting-edge kitchen amenities by Zeni Arkitekter. The old drill hall, constructed in 1940 and expanded with garage facilities in 1968, remained vacant while the other distinguished buildings in the area were converted into a hotel, offices, and facilities for local associations.  ZENI arkitekter a/s However, the neighbourhood foundation, Bitten & Mads Clausens Fond, saw potential in the structure as an event space in continuation to their luxury hotel program expansion. The new concert a... More

NewsNews • 30 Nov 2022

Sterck’s new showroom revives the glory of the industrial heritage of Aalst, Belgium

Formerly a weaving mill repurposed into a Tupperware plastic factory and recently transformed into a new showroom for designer furniture by Sterck NV by Objekt Architecten, the project sits in the historic industrial town of Aalst, Belgium.  Ypsilon Business Photography Marked by traditional brick masonry and has three symmetrical bays, restoration of the historically significant building involved preserving the industrial essence in the design process. Ypsilon Business Photography The striking façade, characterized by brick embellishments, is restored completely, utilising a unique cleaning procedure, bringing value to the site and the city. Openings were made on the rhythm of the existing rectangular planes... More

NewsNews • 11 Sep 2022

M8 Work & Create by Oliv Architekten is an emblem of economic and ecological sustainability

Located on the edge of the ever-evolving creative centre of Werksviertel, in east Munich, M8 work & create, designed by Oliv Architekten, is an office building designed with a high level of flexibility and functionality for a diverse set of users.  Edzard Probst for Oliv Architekten The expressive brick façade of the office building takes inspiration from 19th-century industrial architecture. The building's strict simplicity is achieved through prudent proportions and a defined facade composition. The ground floor and first floor are covered by 44 round arches that balance the horizontal focus on the standard floors. Edzard Probst for Oliv Architekten Classic clinker brick facades are reinterpreted in thi... More

Project • By Studio AVT Architects Pvt LtdPrimary Schools

Udaan

Students spend the majority of their day in a school building during their most crucial developmental years. In this time of pivotal growth, schools must be a space for creative thinking, a source of inspiration, and a starting point for developing a sense of awareness and responsibility. A north-western, angular entrance has been aesthetically crafted to add significance without occupying more space or by compromising on natural light and ventilation. Avneesh Kumar The colourful MS louvers boldly emphasise the stairs, thus making a statement. The front facade greets you with bold, exposed bricks- which gives a very natural effect and blends with the vegetation around. Concrete texture finish on a few surfaces readily complements the... More

Project • By Plan AssociatesOffices

Choice Headquarters

The Choice Headquarters office is located at Amphoe Mueang, Chiang Mai. The area is surrounded with a treasure of culture, especially local Thai architecture elements, such as Long-kao(rice harvest house), Wall of Chiang Mai(such as Suan dok gate), or Thai traditional terrace. These elements are divisibly applied to modern architecture and architecture in nature. Depth of Field Co.,Ltd. The architecture is simply planning and functions; reinforce concrete structure with four floor height. The key is courtyard centered which brings natural sunlight to architecture. Depth of Field Co.,Ltd. The entrance hall is lifted for natural ventilation. The transition area between 1st floor plaza and 2nd floor opening space by GRAND STAIR. It... More

Project • By A.J ArchitectsStudent Housing

Blend with Nature -Hostel

Bangalore being an educational hub, the organization “JITO”, Bangalore envisaged a modern approach hostel, for the girl students, in heart of city, with all necessary amenities, security and safety measures to provide comfortable living at affordable price. The hostel was proposed as a linear solid built mass as the hostel is located in densely populated, Central business district of Bangalore. The design team visualised to create a socially active and environmentally sustainable space. The design team planned for timeless, eco-friendly and sustainable architecture with brutalist style. Caption The key factor in the design process was to enhance student interaction, within the indoor spaces that percolates outward and inte... More

Project • By Raj Karan DesignsIndividual Buildings

Flux Farm

The site is a hide away, embraced by the Aravali Range with its greenery punctuated by quarried Rock, Kota village and the ITC golf course.The client being a golf enthusiast and having farming as a hobby, desired to use the place as a weekend getaway from his city life. Client’s brief was to create a farmhouse which would merge with its surroundings. Finishes were to have minimum required maintenance as the place would be used only once in a week. The vocabulary of the place was identified to resonate with the client’s personality - a symphony of contemporary and rustic. The site is of 3 acres, zoning of the which has been done in three parts, Main House, Servant Quarters and the Fields. 1.5 acres allocated to the fields and... More

Project • By A.J ArchitectsPrivate Houses

The Fabric Wave

The old villa on MG Road, Bangalore which is recognized as the heart of the city, was entrusted to us to adorn a facelift. A.J Architects A.J Architects The project centered on the client's requirement to modernize the entire structure to characterize itself as a contemporary building. This gave the design team an opportunity to remodel the space and aesthetics with bold vibrant and enthusiastic skyline statement, which also reflects to an everchanging contemporary surrounding and the Socio, cultural and economic aspirations of the client. A.J Architects A.J Architects The growing needs of the family invoked the design team to relocate an extended kitchen on the South East corner of the property. The extension was plan... More