Transformation

De Visfabriek (The Fish Factory) is the restoration and redevelopment of a 1902 fish warehouse, abandoned for more than fifty years. Led by Firm Architects who also acted as investor and developer for the project, it transforms a derelict national monument into a resilient, future-adaptable building while retaining its cultural and industrial character. The design begins from a narrative premise: NORTH × NORTHWEST, a conceptual alignment based on the fisherman’s compass. This directional logic informs the internal cut through the historic structure, the orientation of the new void, and the flow of movement throughout the building. By rooting the intervention in a strong conceptual framework, the architecture reinforces the... More

Founded in 1967, Kolding School of Design was established as part of Kolding Municipality’s ambition to strengthen creativity and artistic innovation in Denmark. Originally named the Kolding School of Arts & Crafts, it focused on craftsmanship, particularly within textile and graphic design, closely tied to the Danish design tradition. Throughout the 1990s, the school expanded its academic scope to include industrial design, communication design, and design management. In 2010, the school achieved university status, marking a significant milestone that reinforced the importance of both practical and theoretical design education, with research becoming a central component. Helene Høyer Mikkelsen Today, Kolding School o... More

Transforming a national monumental warehouse into hip apartments. Unique lofts Bold transformation is something you must dare. The client, KRAGT, not only dares but also takes action!  Transforming a monumental warehouse into trendy apartments while preserving the original ornaments of this national heritage to maintain its raw and industrial character. That’s what we did in Tilburg on Broekhovenseweg. Image Courtesy B-too Wool warehouse The former wool warehouse symbolizes the history of the textile industry for which Tilburg is known, and was part of a large textile complex in 1922. The warehouse now houses 29 loft apartments and studios. The sizes of the homes range from 34m² to 115m². Image Courtesy B... More

The Dune du Pilat is both powerful and fragile, a source of fascination, hence the high standards imposed for its conservation and for receiving the public. The surrounding infrastructure carries the Grand Site de France label, so the restoration project had to embrace a sustainable development dynamic and welcome visitors in a quality environment. It was important that its rehabilitation lived up to its exceptional nature. Agnès Clotis The project would bring the site up to standard and included a diagnosis, with a view to proposing various design and planning scenarios. Rehabilitation objectives included: upgrade of existing huts; development of administrative, reception, educational and commercial functions; and improved flo... More

Embodying a non-hierarchical collage of traces from changing times, House14a reflects the ongoing narrative of its evolution. Rather than presenting itself as a completed work, it embraces its role as a phase within an ongoing process. Each element, whether rough or refined, old or new, is equally valued, and gains relevance through processing, assembly, and the possibility of continuous adaptation.  Hampus Berndtson Hampus Berndtson Originally constructed in 1951, the single-family house epitomized the post-war residential style prevalent at the time. It appeared archetypically as a Danish house is imagined: a two-story cubic box with evenly distributed windows, red brick façade, and a gable roof. Despite its structu... More

The immense building complex, which once served as Aalborg's primary heat and power plant, has been transformed into Nordkraft. This revitalized space now hosts a wide range of activities, including music, sports, theater, art, education, tourist information, and a health center, all within the historic industrial complex. Helene Høyer Mikkelsen Helene Høyer Mikkelsen Helene Høyer Mikkelsen Helene Høyer Mikkelsen Originally constructed in 1947, Nordkraft housed the city's power plant and employed 384 people. Over the years, it underwent several expansions to meet the growing demand for electricity. In 1999, the power plant ceased operations, marking the beginning of a new era. Helene H&osl... More

The house, formerly used as an orthopedic practice, has been transformed into the dream home of the clients, the Roman family. In this remarkable transformation, they wanted to combine two styles: the sleek, modern design from Austria and the warm, cozy atmosphere of Swedish woodwork. The result? A harmonious blend of two distinct styles that perfectly suit the residence. STERKER IN BEELD STERKER IN BEELD EFFICIENT LAYOUT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH When designing this home, we didn't just consider space but also the personal preferences of the occupants. We strategically separated the utility spaces, such as the storage room, utility room, and hallway, from the living areas. As you walk through the corridor, you'll discover various s... More

Pelsan Tekstil, a part of the Hassan Group, Turkey's first breathable polyethylene film manufacturer serving the medical, hygiene, and insulation sectors, has a new head office designed by the Mimaristudio team. Gurkan AKAY The goal of the project was to create a living space suitable for the corporation's innovative, technological, and colorful world in the new working area located at the heart of the company's new production facility. Flexibility, variability, transparency, and experience were the main keywords that served as the starting point for the design of the space. Gurkan AKAY The project aimed to create a collaborative workspace, development, and living space by providing the necessary physical and social conditions f... More

The design for the new art gallery by CHYBIK + KRISTOF in Usti Nad Orlici’s city centre, set to become a new art and cultural landmark. Former textile factory will be transformed into a vivid multifunctional hub available to the citizens at any time of the day.  Caption After years of prosperity, the Pearl textile factory in Usti nad Orlici, Czech Republic, shut down in 2009. Its facilities have been shrinking ever since. Until today, only the most valuable parts remained - a production building designed by Pavel Janak, an office extension of the block, and a machine building from the XIX century. The last one, following the initiative of the local authorities, will now be transformed into the modern art gallery - a new sym... More

AmmunitionA former ammunition factory, part of the industrial heritage of the Zaanse Hembrug area, is transformed into an art gallery and conference centre. Taets Art Gallery is a contemporary, international orientated gallery that frequently organizes exhibitions and events. With the utmost care for the monumental building, Liong Lie architects transformed it into a modern centre. Caption Modern meeting roomsThe rooms for presentations and meetings can accommodate up to 500 persons and are provided with LCD-displays, comfortable chairs and a remote controlled air conditioner. Caption Caption TransformationThe existing building, dating from 1880, has a metal truss structure. It has an outer leaf of brickwork, wooden floors... More