Public space

In the city of Sedhiou there are no designated places where local culture can be handed down, therefore there is a need to create a cultural center that serves three main functions:-Education-Exhibitions-Performances NEAR project The project is divided into two main concepts:-the open space is defined by the volumes that host the main activities, and is protected by a mangrove sun shading system, six meters above;-the boundaries between inside and outside are non-defined which allows access from all directions, similarly to how art and culture can be interpreted: human activity is a continuous evolution that is open to everyone. The design process began by understanding the connection between the assigned area and its surroundings.... More

The burger joint is situated in a mid-1950s residential building in the historic center of Belgrade, Serbia, featuring large windows that overlook a busy street and a park. The aesthetic concept of the space reflects two key aspects: the atmosphere of contemporary Belgrade street culture and the color palette derived from the client's brand book. Ilya Ivanov Ilya Ivanov Ilya Ivanov Ilya Ivanov Ilya Ivanov The materialization follows a principle of alternating raw materials with contrasting elements, set against a backdrop of bright graffiti in the pre-defined color scheme. Bare steel structures frame walls made of perforated ceramic blocks, a familiar sight in former industrial areas now revitalized by new subcultu... More

The Warsaw Uprising Mound Park is the Fourth Nature refuge created on an anthropogenic hill. For years, this site served as a repository for the debris from Warsaw after the city was destroyed in World War II, gradually giving rise to an artificial hill that now stands 35 metres above the surrounding flat and marshy landscape. After the landfill was closed in the mid-1960s, the hill became overgrown with vegetation that, over time, transformed into a ruderal "forest". Its adaptation into a public park involved recognising its ecological and symbolic potential and making various uses of the rubble found on site. The Mound area was thus reclaimed in three different ways: symbolically, physically and by the Fourth Nature: Michał Szlaga... More

Songhyeon Green Plaza / Songhyeon Dong, Seoul, KoreaSEOUL BIENNALE OF ARCHITECTURE AND URBANISM In the heart of Seoul, right beside the historic Joseon Dynasty palace, an emblematic space emerges from the ground. The location of Songhyeon Dong carries a rich and varied history, with changing uses and owners over time. The (in)visible pavilion presents contrasting perspectives: reflecting on the outside, while revealing transparency within. It acts as a temporal connector, transcending the boundaries of time for the 4th Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism. Caption Inspired by the site's intricate history, the artists embarked on a quest to discover the relics hidden beneath the soil. During their April 2023 site visit, they un... More

Taller MRD and DFArquitectos collaborate to revitalize the Santa María Petapa market in Oaxaca, Mexico, offering it a new opportunity after the devastating earthquake of 2017. Established by the Urban Improvement Program (PMU) and headed by the Secretariat of Agrarian and Territorial Development and Urban (SEDATU), this project had as its main objective the unification and integration of a previously urban and socially fractured space. By preserving the site's distinctive cultural elements, such as ocher-toned brick and clay structures, the team not only managed to preserve its origin, but also forged a lasting legacy. Jesús Omar Luis Salvatierra Jesús Omar Luis Salvatierra What we found on the site was an ur... More

The comprehensive service building of Dongguan Central Park, designed by Shing & Partners Design Group, is an exploration of Net-Zero buildings. After three years of planning, design and construction, the southern area of the park was put into operation in April 2023. Located at the core of Dongguan International Business District, the original site of Dongguan Central Park was an ancient village – Shuijiantou Village. The Xinji River, originating from the Xiping Reservoir, divides the site into the south and the north two parts, and it is named after the use of bamboo slips for irrigation from south to north. According to records, residents of Shuijian Village are mostly Han with the surname of Zhang, who are springs of the Hakk... More

As part of the national territorial planning strategy led by SEDATU (Secretariat of Agrarian, Territorial, and Urban Development), a comprehensive renovation of the Calderitas Boardwalk was proposed, located about nine kilometers from the center of Chetumal city in the state of Quintana Roo, in Mexico. Onnis Luque Onnis Luque Onnis Luque The project's concept aims to weave different activities together through a guiding thread that serves as the central axis of the entire project. The gastronomic area of the site, identified as the section with the highest pedestrian, vehicular, and tourist traffic on the boardwalk, is integrated with the natural and artificial sea, utilizing the existing beach area with a structured walkway... More

Xietu Sub-District is located in the north-east corner of Xuhui District, Shanghai. Xietu area was surrounded by water on three sides by the end of the 19th century, Rihui Harbor to the east, Huangpu River to the south, and the Zhaojiabang to the north, small boats view was quite common back then. Liang Shan Liang Shan From 1950’s to 1990’s, a variety of residence houses starting to form in here. Workers' new villages, multi-story houses and high-rise commercial buildings, each representing a different period of urban life, forming a various and rich neighborhood. Kangju Community is one of the 19 communities of Xietu Sub-Districts. Liang Shan The elders are both the witnesses and the foundation of the communit... More

Two are the themes in question for this project: the expansion of the pre-existing building and the symbolic and representative value of the nursery school’s space. Andrea Martiradonna The integration between the buildings was achieved thanks to the re-proposal of the same gauges and alignments at the points of proximity, and through a direct connection between the common spaces, giving "a way out" to the "turbine" typology typical of the schools of the 70s. Andrea Martiradonna The building is organized around a common space, the "road", a place where interaction between different groups is favoured. Andrea Martiradonna In the "road", consisting of a sequence characterized by successive contractions and expansions of... More

“SKY FOREST SCAPE” is a new type of public space on the roof of Bangkok. It is a part of the new mixed-use development called “SIAMSCAPE'' which is located at the heart of ‘Siam Square’ - a vibrant young-gen commercial district. This project is a part of the bigger master plan that aims to revamp ‘Siam Square’ with more people-centric urban spaces including walking streets, gathering places, and greenery. SKY FOREST SCAPE is a new solution to connect the city vertically with public space and greenery in the sky. While walking street on ground attracts big cheerful events. Phos Studio Phos Studio Phos Studio On the 10th floor “SKY FOREST SCAPE” It is designed to become bio... More

Baan Krua Community, one of the oldest large Muslim communities in Bangkok, is a community that has a distinctive identity with beautiful architectural value and a way of Muslim culture of Cham origin being passed down for a long time since the reign of King Rama I. With a long history and a shared religious core Baan Krua community remains a strong community as there has been a success history of them protesting the expressway construction projects which planned to cut through the community in the past. Pat Phuchamni The coming of the urban development project over the past has resulted in the physical and community being which was once unite being divided into three communities. The changes in society, economy and urban development... More

Located on the steep Scott Street, the parklet glides along the sidewalk to reach the bar of the same name. Following the street angle, three circular benches unfold like bleachers in front of the large dining room windows.  Dave Tremblay / 1Px Absorbing the charm and character of the place, the installation captures the essence of the restaurant and extends it outside during the beautiful season. Wooden paneling covering the lower portion of the walls wraps around the backrests of the benches, creating a close connection between the interior and the exterior. The iconic color of Buvette Scott covers the steel structure of the tables and seating.  Dave Tremblay / 1Px From the street, the giant shingle cladding whispers... More

Despite its small size, Istra-town has the potential to develop tourism, residential and transport infrastructure. Its historical and cultural heritage was formed due to the New Jerusalem Monastery. The heart of the complex is the Resurrection Cathedral of the late 17th century. Basis architectural bureau The Central Park, which was renovated by the Basis architectural bureau, has always been a favorite place of leisure for the city residents. Local public has formed a request to preserve the existing park functions, update outdated paving, lighting and playgrounds. Basis architectural bureau The architects aimed to create a modern eco-park for communication between visitors of different ages. The new pedestrian route lays along... More