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News • News • 31 Jan 2023

Snohetta + WERK Arkitekter unveil an architectural landmark inspired by boat construction in Denmark

The seaport town Esbjerg on the west coast of Denmark welcomes a new maritime centre designed by Oslo-based Snohetta and Danish firm WERK Arkitekter. The centre was developed as a shared area for watersports clubs and visitors along the port and to give the town a community hub and architectural landmark. wichmann+bendtsen photography Sitting on a man-made island, the structure pays tribute to the maritime heritage of the Danish seaport city by accommodating numerous watersports clubs, boat storage, training facilities, a sizable workshop space, and social events. wichmann+bendtsen photography The building's façade boasts large windows that let in plenty of light and visibility while also linking the centre... More

Project • By Kettal • Hotels

Hôtel du Castellet

In the immediate vicinity of a stone pine forest, overlooking the Mediterranean, the Hôtel du Castellet is the most charming place in the area: designer furniture, marble fountains, rooms in honey, lavender and grape tones and numerous sunny terraces that invite to a pleasant inactivity. More

Project • By Alejandro Giménez Architects • Apartments

La Terraza - Puente Romano

Located in one of the most exceptional areas of Marbella, this intervention takes place in Puente Romano, surrounded by gardens and the Mediterranean Sea. Taking advantage of its privileged location, the terrace was designed with the views in mind. From the beginning we were clear that this space had to preserve the atmosphere of the area and the rest of the house. For this, we worked with natural materials such as stone for flooring or wood for pergola and furniture, ending with an infinity pool where its water leads to the sea. The terrace was created as a complete area, where everything is understood as a space that is in harmony with the landscape. More

Project • By Comelite Architecture Structure and Interior Design • Private Houses

Modern Beach House Design

As an expression of calmness and relaxation, CAS designed this Modern Beach House Design in Abu Dhabi, UAE in cool modern & minimalist lines. With a boundary wall on three sides, the low-height profile of the home is complemented with a stunning landscape that includes mango, coconut, almonds, & date trees. There are 3 small houses, a larger guest house, & even a kitchen structure on the rear side. Every space captures the great outdoor views & enhances them with active landscape interventions. More

Project • By Comelite Architecture Structure and Interior Design • Private Houses

Neoclassical Saudi Arabian House Design

The Neoclassical Saudi Arabian House Design was crafted to break the conventional mold of typical Riyadh dwellings. It features stunning Greek era inspired visuals with a few modern elements to complement the surrounding context. The pearly white color scheme was selected to make the home stand out while the windows have pediment shades that allude to the Mannerism movement. The dark window frames are a nice contemporary touch that contrasts the corbel-entablature of the lower half well. More

Project • By SELIM SENIN • Shopping Centres

Mixed Use Building/Residential-Commercial

The project has two main functions: commercial market and house units. Commercial function and houses have entrances in opposite directions. The market unit is considered as a base for the floors of houses, and the different functions are separated in mass. The floor where the residential function started, the common social area is designed for the residential users. More