Inspired by nature

Smokehouse is a communal dining pavilion nestled within a shaded grove, conceived as an open-air shelter for meals, gatherings, and community meetings. Adjacent to an outdoor kitchen, the structure offers protection from the elements while remaining open and connected to its surroundings. Designed and built as a community project, the pavilion employs modest materials and simple construction methods. A straightforward A-frame wood structure, clad in cedar shake, rests on a concrete foundation that forms two continuous sunken benches flanking a long communal table. The open-ended form invites movement through the space, while framing views of the grove beyond. Pix Natural light filters through a series of cast glass elements running t... More

Located in a wooded valley on the outskirts of Philadelphia, Sycamore Glen is a single-family home nestled among mature trees, overlooking Wister Creek. Bordered closely by neighboring houses to the west, the narrow site informed a linear organization and a careful balance of privacy, light, and views. Pix The house is structured around a series of parallel masonry walls that divide space, define rhythm, and extend beyond the envelope to articulate thresholds and terraces. A recessed entry, marked by a cantilevered overhang, leads to a quiet, compressed threshold before opening into a living and dining area that extends outward to a terrace surrounded by evergreen ferns. Pix A stepped glass façade on the eastern side conn... More

Casa Montezuma was designed for a plot located in front of a large, tree-lined, sloping square. The presence of a pre-existing single-story building and the visual integration with the square were the key factors in the project's development. Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro In line with this approach, it was decided to preserve some of the original brick walls of the ground floor and the service block. The ceiling height in the social area was doubled to maximize the entry of natural light filtered through the dense vegetation of the square and to provide a zenithal view of the tree canopy from inside. Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro... More

The complexity of current problems requires redefining the role of the architect; it is essential to go from being creators of forms or objects to interpreters of an extraordinarily dynamic reality that demands fast, flexible solutions; but above all, solutions that integrate architecture and nature. Beyond actual trends, the design of the environment that surrounds us must share values and positively influence the people and species that occupy it. Angela Vizcarra Angela Vizcarra Kokedama Infinito Pavilion is an ephemeral installation that was inspired by the Japanese art of growing plants in a moss ball and then hanging them on a thread. The Kokedama allows us to introduce a new way of growing vegetation in a predominantly arti... More

PNA-13013 is a project born out of the concept of liquid architecture promoted by Palomino Arquitectos. A philosophy that seeks to connect the different architectural structures with the environment in which they are located. With this idea in mind, the studio has created a home that maximises the connection with the island's nature by unifying the different spaces. Caption This project offers its inhabitants perfect harmony and the opportunity to feel that the house is a point of union between the land and the Mediterranean Sea. Through its wide and long terraces, we feel this projection towards the sea, giving us the sensation of touching it with our fingertips. Caption Endless games of transparencies dedicated to obtaining th... More

In the bustling city of Hanoi, there lies a gastronomic haven known as 6 Degrees. This renowned food and beverage spot underwent a remarkable transformation under the skilled hands of Studio8, resulting in a space that not only tantalizes taste buds but also captivates with its awe-inspiring design. Awarded the prestigious BCI Asia Interior Design Award in 2018, the 6 Degrees project stands as a testament to the seamless fusion of Western and Vietnamese cuisines, while immersing patrons in an enchanting artificial landscape inspired by nature.  Courtesy Of STUDIO8 VIETNAM CO., LTD Courtesy Of STUDIO8 VIETNAM CO., LTD The interior design of 6 Degrees was meticulously crafted to resemble an artificial landscape, paying homage... More

Stephane Gaulin-Brown Design is excited to announce the completion of their latest project, which draws inspiration from its historical and natural surroundings. Element Tremblant is a modern take on the classic ski experience, weaving traditional and contemporary design elements to create a unique space that reflects the beauty, history, and culture of the region. Stephane Gaulin-Brown Stephane Gaulin-Brown Valerie Lacroix The design process involved extensive research into Mont Tremblant’s rich cultural and natural heritage. “The client and I were inspired by the suave adventurous spirit of the area’s early pioneers like Stan Ferguson and Hans Falkner, as well as 1940’s après-ski paintings of... More

The main feature of this project is dynamism, both spatial and formal.Behind a rectangular volume there are many sloping lines. Surprises along the way are the result. Ethelett Distribution. The Urbane Mexico restaurant is on a corner, between a main street and a secondary one. Local regulations require not to build in a five-meter strip on the front of the property. We used this space as parking and access. We occupied the remaining surface with the two-level restaurant. The ground floor dining area occupies a third of this level. The rest is made up of the lobby, the toilets, and the kitchen with its support areas. The upper floor only has dining area. We separated the restaurant a few meters from the rear limit. In this strip we... More

ZOË Amsterdam is a nature-inclusive apartment complex that creates new living spaces amid a habitat for animals and plants. Balancing the needs of both nature and people in the city, it presents a new, sustainable model for future-proof densification within urban areas. Robustly designed, with a building set at different heights, ZOË Amsterdam will be located within the Sluisbuurt area of Amsterdam. Created by VenhoevenCS architecture+urbanism and DS landscape architects, it was the winning competition design for Sluisbuurt Kavel 4a set by area developer AM in 2022.Natural livingZOË Amsterdam’s biodiverse design is consistent with the environmental characteristics of the neighbourhood. From underwater and garden spaces... More

As architects, we are constantly inspired by the beauty of nature and the potential it holds for hosting breathtaking, functional, and sustainable spaces, vessels of life. That's why we were thrilled to have the opportunity to design a new contemporary single-family residence on the edges of the Hudson River in upstate New York. ss.mm design / sharkdeal 3D The goal for this project was to create a home that harmoniously integrates with its surroundings, taking full advantage of the fairytale environment in which it blends. To achieve this, we utilized floor-to-ceiling windows, expansive outdoor living spaces, and an open-concept interior design. These features allow residents to truly immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the si... More

The site is the beautiful private land of 8 acres which is a dense forest with a lots coconut trees, mango trees, Nutmeg, Teak etc. Finding a perfect place for the farm house became difficult since we don’t want to cut down any trees on site. By making a grid in site, the form of the building has been achieved in accordance with the tree position. Syam Sreesylam We wanted no steel or concrete structure and we do not want to disturb the existing natural environment  so we proposed  a timbrel vault structure. This timbrel Vault technique has been followed as per my mentor Ar.Senthil Kumar Doss’s catenary based vault structures. Twin Vault structure has been done with the dimension of 36’ and 32’ width w... More

Despite the view facing the trees in front of the building, the whole space should have a sense of Nature. For this purpose, wooden parquet has been used on the ceiling and even the wall in addition to the floor; Make it more natural and warm, in almost every way possible. @vanitariran The Project architect, Mr Makan rahmanian prepared these wooden parquets of Weiss from Austria, supplied by Vanitar. @vanitariran More