Exterior design

As part of the repositioning of 1125 17th Street in Denver, the lobby introduces a refined, hospitality-driven experience designed to attract modern tenants. The entry sequence emphasizes openness, light, and material continuity, creating a seamless transition from the outside to the interior. A focal point of this design is a custom installation of flexible wire mesh, featuring Banker Wire Dune 40100 pattern in mahogany brown powder coat, spanning the street-facing entry, reception backdrop, and ceiling plane. Banker Wire Flexible Wire Mesh at the FacadeAt the exterior threshold, the Dune 40100 flexible wire mesh acts as a semi-transparent facade element, reinforcing the portal-inspired entry. Its open structure allows light and visi... More

The residence is located in Mochlos, eastern Crete, set against the dramatic terrain of the Sitia Mountains and opening towards the sea. It is the first completed residence within an overall design for three independent villas. Comprising approximately 150 sq.m. of interior space, this first residence was completed in 2024, while the two additional villas are planned to be realised at a later stage. The distinctive topography of the site became a key parameter of the overall design composition.  The form of the building, its materiality and the design of the surrounding outdoor environment were developed to allow the residence to sit naturally within the rocky Cretan landscape while maintaining a continuous relationship with both... More

The project reinterprets an existing villa through a new exterior concept that establishes a dialogue between contemporary architecture and Middle Eastern spatial traditions. Rather than altering the structure, the intervention focuses on redefining the architectural language and atmosphere. AIYA Bureau AIYA Bureau The original composition of smooth white volumes is enriched with layered elements — arched openings, textured surfaces, and softened geometries — introducing depth and a more contextual expression. These references are translated in a restrained, contemporary manner, balancing regional identity with modern clarity. AIYA Bureau Outdoor spaces are central to the concept. Terraces, shaded dining areas,... More

Architecture is never merely the act of erecting walls, placing beams, stacking stone or concrete. Architecture is – if one dares say – a double gesture: it creates space and at the same time body. The space we enter, that surrounds us, is never empty. It is infused with meanings, with codes inscribed within it. The body we see – the building as a figure in the urban landscape – is not only form, but also bearer of this invisible semantics. Yet this meaning is not born solely in the act of construction. It is born through use. The worker, the visitor, the wanderer – all of them, through their movements and actions, inscribe a text into architecture. Passing through a foyer, looking out of a window, waiting in... More

Lost Garden   Another brownstone cut off from its garden! This Prospect Heights row house had a rotting rear extension that left room for only narrow openings to the backyard. Hidden from view and difficult to reach, the garden was reduced to a storage yard for the owner’s collection of scrap bluestone. Hanna Grankvist We demolished the little extension and rebuilt it full-width to allow for wide French doors. The extension not only opens the new dining room to the garden but also adds a new roof terrace off the library.  Our new bluestone stair connects the two levels. Finally, we knit together all these outdoor spaces using a limited material palette:  black metal cladding, exposed brick, and bluestone paving.... More

The architecture of most industrial factories is often rigid, monotonous, and designed solely for work, typically lacking in quality by overlooking the living conditions of the personnel. However, since employees spend a significant amount of time in the workspace, it is essential to consider factors that influence their sense of satisfaction and comfort. Studies have shown that the work environment impacts employee satisfaction, attachment to the workplace, performance, efficiency, and ultimately, the productivity of the factory. Therefore, by diagnosing the current conditions, the design goal is "to enhance the quality of the factory space for employees and contribute to increased factory productivity." Ashariarchitects Ashariarch... More

Nestled in the heart of Sardinia, 45 kilometers from Oristano, the small agricultural and pastoral village of Simala preserves a profound connection between past and future. At its core lies a remarkable architectural intervention—a project that embraces the poetics of ruins while celebrating their symbolic value. Curated by the young architect Martino Picchedda, this initiative demonstrates how a sensitive and contemporary approach can transform historic structures into catalysts for social and cultural regeneration. Traditions House of Simala A XIX-Century Legacy Reimagined At the heart of Simala, a 19th-century courtyard building—once the residence of a landowner and the center of agricultural activity—has been... More

Situated in Pitsidia, South Crete, on the road to Komos beach, this summer house complex can host up to ten guest. The design process was defined by the clients’ desire to isolate the house from the main road, create privacy and maximize the view to Komos bay, the Libyan sea and to the island of Paximadia. The main intention was to create exterior areas where the guests could stay in different times of the day and enjoy the climate of Crete.  Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Manolis Papadakis Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption The complex consists out of 2 houses built on a hillside full with olives, overlooking the west coast of the isl... More

Using reclaimed wood for the siding and trim work juxtaposed to the stucco wall treatment and steep roofs, we created an old world looking rambler. The roofs hang low to help anchor the house into the land. The interior has comfortable north woods vibes with a show stopping wine cellar. JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD   JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD More

An old and outdated 1980s house in the heart of Notting Hill, London, was converted into a stunning new build to create a unique space for the client to call home. Working closely with Amron Architectural, Banker’s representative in the UK, the Banker Wire IPZ-62 brass wire mesh was manufactured to be installed in bespoke frames. The architects at Amron requested an unfinished brass material for the external woven mesh panels. This design choice was made to allow the panels to gracefully patina over time, bestowing the building with an enchanting, aged look.  Banker Wire Banker Wire The patina is the result of the bare brass reacting with the surrounding environment in the UK, such as oxygen and moisture levels. This o... More

The design concept for the new “Alice Saúde” unit is based on the brand's initial premise: spaces connected with nature and divided into primary pillars of health, such as body, mind, sleep and food. The challenge, in this case, was to develop the necessary program in a compact and vertical version, very different from the flagship unit. Carolina Lacaz The guideline of the offices, ACR Arquitetos Associados and Noak Studio, hired for the development of the project, was to emphasize the original structure of the building, evidencing the installation of the new infrastructure necessary for the operation of a health space, also in an apparent way. This goes back to another foundation of the startup: transparency. &ldqu... More

KOYO BASE, operated by tableware manufacturer Koyo Toki, is an experience facility for the production of ceramic in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. The project is to convert the former warehouse building into a dining cafe, shop, and other facilities. Kenta Hasegawa Toki City is one of the leading ceramic production areas in Japan, developed by its high quality clay, and accounts for the majority of ceramic production in Japan. Kenta Hasegawa Mino ware, the ceramic produced in the Tono region of southern Gifu Prefecture, including Toki City, has changed in response to the needs of each period, and is said to be characterized by its wide variety of styles and lack of characteristics. Koyo Toki is no exception to this rule, and... More

Drawing inspiration from local Norfolk pines, this mixed-use residential project is a sculptural and sympathetic addition to its coastal location in Burleigh Heads (Queensland, Australia). Norfolk’s adaptable architecture suits the changing climate and ever evolving coastal environment, by designing sliding timber screens we’ve heightened the natural softness of the form and provided greater flexibility for each apartment. The design interacts with nature and is very much about creating breathing space for an incomparable beachfront living experience. Caption Caption Team: Architects: Koichi Takada Architects3D rendering: Wonder Render United Kingdom  Caption More