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Located within the historic Hembrugterrein, House A12 has been reimagined as a vibrant home for two families with children, marking a remarkable transformation from its origins as a military sanitary facility. Once a utilitarian structure serving personnel at a nearby shooting range, the 100-year-old building had stood decommissioned since 2003, awaiting a new purpose. Now, through the efforts of the clients, it has been reborn as a unique residential space, blending heritage and modernity. Michal Suskiewicz (www.goodoko.com) From 1895, the site housed the Artillerie Inrichtingen, producing firearms and ammunition for the Dutch army. During World War I, it became a bustling hub, employing 8,500 workers. However, its fortunes waned aft... More

STD Design Consultant has unveiled Aqua Jardin, a 3,280 m² wedding venue in Binh Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The venue is distinguished by its green-hued wood composite panels, which seamlessly integrate with the gently curved façade that echoes the fluidity of flowing water. Designed for the region's hot climate, the space emphasizes natural ventilation and shading to ensure comfort in the intense heat. Strategically positioned trees further enhance the venue’s climate control, while strengthening the connection between guests and the surrounding nature. Paul Phan Paul Phan The building's light green exterior offers a bold contrast to the surrounding urban concrete, creating a visual oasis. The integratio... More

A villa where the viewer, the visitor and the occupant are central. Villa? Must a villa always look like a villa? At B-too, we aim to create a unique and surprising experience for the observer, visitor, and resident. The villa on this former estate serves as a prime example. Is it even a villa? Where does the villa begin? What is there to experience? We are delighted to have contributed to the design of this project and applied our vision to it. We are pleased to have been able to collaborate on the design of this project and to bring our vision to it. Image Courtesy B-too Observer / visitor Does the observer also get an experience? Certainly, anyone catching a glimpse of the villa experiences something unique. Transparent discs... More

Pure indulgence for the eye, on and around your nails. Unique and high end Since the start of Gelamour in 2014, founder Roy Schoenmakers has been passionate about creating a unique salon experience to match Gelamour’s high-quality products. They are supplied to wholesalers and salons at home and abroad. To distinguish the brand from the crowd, a new adventure was chosen following an intensive journey. The desire for direct customer contact and the drive to give the brand its own identity have resulted in the first exclusive Gelamour Nail Spa. Image Courtesy B-too Sparkling An enormous amount of attention was paid to the interior, design and the customer experience. The Gelamour Nail Spa Store has a luxury but accessible appea... More

A building with green character. Green character This building is characterized by its green nature, visible on all levels of the structure. The green character is present on both the roofs and internal spaces within the building. Furthermore, the building adjusts its height based on the surrounding environment. Image Courtesy B-too Diverse functions Co-living and coworking are the key concepts for this building. The structure explores the balance between homeliness and work, resulting in various meeting spaces within the building for use by both residents and visitors. Image Courtesy B-too Green (private) seating areas There are numerous meeting spaces within the building, varying in their degree of openness—ranging... More

The intervention concerns renovation and expansion by raising a building included in the detailed plan of private initiative. The building looks like the aggregate of several buildings that have stratified over time, mainly as a result of the succession of historical events including the bombings of the WW2. Fabio Bascetta Fabio Bascetta Fabio Bascetta The building is spread over four floors above ground in its highest portion and has an underground area in the part adjacent to the square that houses old arched cellars. The project’s main intent is the recovery of the existing building, also through its reintegration in the lively urban and social square that revolves around Piazza Italia, an important area of the hist... More

A modern villa in North Limburg. Glass House! A modern villa has been designed for these rural surroundings in the north of Limburg. “The location of this property, in the heart of the fields, surrounded by greenhouses, was the starting point for the design. The house is a glasshouse with a slate shell. The whole building inclusive sun terrace has been built on a raised plateau, so that the building is visible as a landmark above the level of the surrounding fields. Image Courtesy B-too Through constructing one side façade and gable end in glass, the surroundings are experienced to the full. As an extension of this, the interior is modest and sober in design. Lots of white and light tints have been employed. Image... More

The architecture and interior design studio El Departamento has developed a meticulous work of integral redesign to materialize the last project undertaken by PJ.Lobster, which begins with the opening of its new optical-boutique in the Born district of Barcelona.   Since its birth in 2018, digital-native firm Project Lobster has shaken up the eyewear world. In the last time, the essence of the brand has evolved to consolidate both its e-commerce and its physical sales channel. An organic evolution that, for years, has always relied on the collaboration of the architecture and interior design studio El Departamento for the conceptualization, design and execution of its new stores. José Hevia José Hevia The... More

A couple steeped in the Charlotte, NC, art scene had approached their architect Toby Witte of Wittehaus with images of the Netflix series “The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes”. With the need for soaring cantilevers, a desire to enjoy the home when climbing stairs might be at issue, and big eyes and open ears about the process of design, they were ready for their own modern home. Amanda Anderson Together they went on a tour to understand themselves and their needs, dreams, and desires as well as their site, and the potential inherent in the art of architecture itself. Over the course of eight months they talked, sketched, explored, flushed out a long laundry list of practical concerns, and inched ever so careful thr... More

The objective of the project has been the urban regeneration of an area of 8110m2 transforming what was an old abandoned sports facility into a new Urban Park. Pol Viladoms The challenges of the project have been diverse: 1- To make a Park that brings back the imaginary of plowed fields and orchards that existed in the area, promoting a very marked linearity in the elements, a cultivated nature and putting in the center the resource of plowing the soil as a tool of design and project. Pol Viladoms 2- To attain a dialogue between the Park and the biodiversity of the Turó de les Tres Creus, reserving 50% of the surface to be vegetated over time by the natural cycles with large carpets of plowed, fertile surface, stimulated... More

The new main building at Radboudumc offers a friendly and warm welcome. The completion of the building brings to an end the transition to a new healthcare campus after more than 30 years. In the 11-storey building – with about 46,000 m² of floor space, plenty of daylight and views of the surroundings – a green and salubrious environment has been created. Interacting, working together and sharing expertise are the key qualities. This is where the mission of Radboudumc comes to life: sustainable collaboration for personalized care that benefits public health. Scagliola + Brakkee Future-proof thanks to adaptable designThe Radboudumc mission is to be a leader in shaping sustainable, innovative and affordable healthcare. T... More

Modern comfortable interior - lots of light, natural materials, timeless solutions. We tried to create a project with a modern interpretation of the Dagestan identity. To create a fusion of contemporary design, technological solutions and local culture. Office for young professionals who have gained freedom thanks to information technology Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption More