Landscape

The project is located in the city of Loja, Ecuador, at the edge of the urban area, on a site of approximately 6 hectares owned by the Loja Chamber of Commerce. The setting is characterized by an open rural landscape, where the presence of a natural lagoon defines the immediate surroundings and structures the relationship between architecture and territory. Prior to the intervention, the site contained only sports fields, with no supporting infrastructure for users. The program responds directly to this condition and incorporates restroom facilities, a covered multipurpose space, a bar, and an industrial kitchen, complementing existing sports activities and supporting the future development of an outdoor events area. Nicolás Prov... More

Villa Anelli is a private Inhabitable Work by Fausto Ferrara on Lake Garda, a residential commission of more than 2,200 sqm for a high-level private client. The project does not treat the lake as a mere view, but as an active part of the architecture. Water, light, air and reflections enter into the construction of space, while the relationship between interior and exterior is articulated through thresholds, protected terraces and spatial sequences designed to preserve privacy, intimacy and a direct relationship with the landscape. Villa Anelli belongs to Ferrara’s research into the Inhabitable Work: the private house is not conceived as an object of representation or a display of status, but as a Work in which scale, construction a... More

We were commissioned to design a new 3-bed house for a family with historic connections to Ratoath Village in Co. Meath. This family was deeply rooted in the area, and therefore it was important that this house would blend effortlessly into its surroundings. The form and layout were inspired by the local vernacular, in particular the Irish farmhouse typology, which is found throughout the region. The building was organised around three courtyards and three chimneys.The external forecourt deals primarily with the arrival. The building itself is wrapped around an internal courtyard, with each wing carefully positioned in terms of its daylighting and privacy requirements. The bedrooms and private spaces look outwards towards the landscape, and... More

In an era of revived interest in downtown and car-less transit, Arriyadh Metro Western Station is much more than a place to board a train.  Omrania’s goal was to design an intermodal transit hub that appeals to non-transit users.  This new iconic nexus links buses and the city's light rail system; it is home to a vegetable marketplace, and it embodies the culture of the city and creates real estate value at the same time.   Covering 112,500 square meters, the Western station is both an architectural masterpiece and a multifunctional transit and social hub. Its design draws inspiration from sand dunes along the southern border of Riyadh, expressed through undulating forms and striking three-way curved roofs and fa&ccedi... More

Located on a steep and rocky 2,500 m² plot, G House is conceived as a single-story compact dwelling, positioned on a partially leveled area previously intervened by former landowners. The untouched portions of the site have been preserved and shaped with a landscape design approach that prioritizes the site’s existing olive trees and natural topography. This sensitive integration not only reinforces the house’s harmony with its environment but also offers residents a living experience deeply connected to the landscape. Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz Kadir Asnaz K... More

Reframing Retail as Cultural Infrastructure: Unity Mall is conceived as an architectural response to a national question:Can retail infrastructure become an instrument of cultural integration, ecological sensitivity, and economic empowerment? Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya, is the primary gateway to the state. The site, located within the emerging New Shillong Township, is part of a rapidly developing administrative and institutional zone. Transcending conventional definitions, Unity Mall is conceived not as a sealed container of commerce, but a civic landscape where craft, culture, tourism, training, and community converge. It is an infrastructural framework designed to strengthen the cultural and economic fabric of the Northeas... More

The Oblique Bridge was part of the M30 highway until the underground works in 2005 left it abandoned and slated for demolition. It is a valuable structure from 1969 by the engineer Fernández-Casado. The deck is a slender post-tensioned concrete trapezoidal slab with a complex, gently banked and curvilinear layout reflecting the ‘high-speed’ geometry of the highway. Ana Muller Imagen Subliminal The undergrounding project required the demolition of one of its abutments and foundations and the cutting of the ribs, leaving the bridge partially cantilevered. Despite this damage, the structure remained standing. The Madrid Río project renovated it into a pedestrian and cycling bridge. This rehabilitation invol... More

Solum is a framework for creating holistic micro-communities. It is a flexible and adaptable planning model that bridges between suburban and urban environments. It focuses on mixed-use courtyard clusters that prioritize the pedestrian to promote walkability, social connectivity, and authentic patterns of living. Black Rabbit Black Rabbit Caption   More

Orange Grove Road is among Singapore's most prestigious addresses, a stone’s throw from the 150-year-old UNESCO-honoured Botanic Gardens, and close to the hustle and bustle of Orchard Road—akin to Singapore’s New York’s Fifth Avenue. Amidst the demure volumes of mostly residential blocks between Botanic Gardens and Orchard Road, the lenticular façade articulation of the hotel's eight-storeyed form shimmers, coyly beckoning visitors towards the surprising twists of amenities concealed in the hotel podium below.  Shiya Creative Studio, Courtesy of DP Architects Arriving at the drop-off point, guests are greeted with the same lenticular treatment at the podium, belying the verdant vegetation nestled in... More

“EPIC LAND", a thesis design project by Ryotaro Okada, was awarded the Best Thesis Design Award by UCLA Architecture and Urban Design in 2024.  It reimagines the concept of an urban theme park by blending immersive entertainment with architectural innovation. Inspired by the real-world collaboration between Disney and Epic Games, EPIC LAND offers Los Angeles a full day of interactive storytelling and immersion into the world of Epic Games' iconic intellectual properties—all contained within a single building.    See the article about "EPIC LAND" on the UCLA AUD website. Caption Walk through the pedestrian deck that weaves between buildings and unique structures to the entrance of the building. The deck off... More

Nestled in the university district of Chonburi, the landscape architecture of Kave COCO Bang Saen harmoniously merges the vibrancy of student life with the tranquil essence of the nearby Bang Saen coast. Drawing inspiration from the oceanic rhythms, island contours, and indigenous seaside vegetation, the design reimagines a modern-day oasis that transforms everyday routines into moments of leisure and connection. Caption Caption The site planning is shaped by fluid circulation and dynamic spatial composition. Pathways meander in soft, wave-like curves, echoing the motion of tides. Angled tiles, gradient paving, and layered topographies mirror the textures and transitions found along the shoreline that inviting users into a playfu... More

In 2024, Reykjavik-based SP(R)INT STUDIO completed a meticulous architectural reinterpretation of Stöng, one of Iceland’s most renowned and frequently visited archaeological sites. The ruins of a Viking-era longhouse and associated outbuildings, Stöng is the first heritage site in Iceland to be designed with a focus on environmental and social sustainability. CAPN Karl Kvaran   Preserving a Viking-era longhouse Stöng is nestled in the volcanic landscape of Þjórsárdalur, a valley in southern Iceland. The longhouse was destroyed and buried under a thick layer of ash during the volcanic eruption of Hekla, an active volcano, in 1104. The site was first excavated in 1939, leaving the exp... More

Located near Bangkok University, one of Thailand’s leading institutions known for its vibrant student culture, a multipurpose sports and activity facility provides a dynamic destination for students, and creative landscape architectural design overcame prominent site challenges to connect people and places and greatly enhance usability. Located adjacent to the university and divided by a 10-lane highway, the long and narrow project site presented distinct challenges, including setback limitations on all sides and limited usable area. It features three rectangular buildings situated in a linear fashion along the length of the site, and approximately 1/5th of the site is adjacent to the highway and the associated noise implications.&nbs... More

On the northern coast of Crete, in the picturesque village of Bali, Rethymno, lies the MItsis Bali Paradise hotel complex. The project focuses on the redesign and aesthetic enhancement of the hotel, aiming to cultivate new guest experiences while improving functionality. Perched on a steeply sloping landscape, the hotel enjoys proximity to the region’s beaches and offers unobstructed views of Bali Bay, which remains sheltered from the northern winds. TAKA+PARTNERS Bali Paradise holds the distinction of being the first large-scale hotel in the greater Bali area, over 50 years of continuous and successful operation. A defining feature and distinct advantage of the hotel is its exceptional gardens, its signature green element. Tree... More