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CHOU-NO-HANE is a meditation pavilion nestled in the greenery of Jacques Wirtz's ambitious landscape project for a private residence on Lake Leman, in Gland. The name comes from an ancient Japanese word meaning butterfly wings. Atelier LAVIT Atelier LAVIT Four unfurled wings direct the space towards the pool, the lake, the manor house and the forest of centennial trees. The pergola canopy, also conceived as a curved wing, directs the eyes towards the sky. Atelier LAVIT The stainless steel structure rests on four pillars as the only ground support for the entire structure and its four curved walls, mostly overhang the surrounding garden. The meditation space is entirely shaded by the wooden covering of the dowels, with a ci... More

At the request of long time clients, we designed and supervised the construction of a new cabin in the Chamonix valley. The site is located within a residential compound built in the 50’s. A cabin dating from the original master plan was on the lot. The location benefits from sweeping and stunning views over the Mont Blanc skyline. This majestic view was the starting point of the design. Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire  After a first programmatic study, it quickly became clear that the existing cabin was not suited for its new use. Thermal constraints and the project’s goals didn’t justify a remodeling of the existing... More

Located in the small alpine village of Lottano, «Casa a Lottano” stands as an experiment in returning to inhabiting uninhabited cores.The entire intervention is based on a respectful relationship with the existing.Of the existing rustic house the stone perimeter walls are retained, its load-bearing function is maintained. Marcello Mariana Photographer Marcello Mariana Photographer Marcello Mariana Photographer Marcello Mariana Photographer Marcello Mariana Photographer A metal skeleton is installed inside to replace the old wooden one, which was irreparably damaged. The adjacent stone volume, posthumous and now reduced to rubble, is rebuilt maintaining the original volumetry but presenting itself with a... More

The historic row of houses at Oberamteistraße 28–32, together with the surviving basement of the ‘Stone House’ that once occupied no. 34 before its demolition in 1972, forms one of Reutlingen’s oldest surviving groups of buildings. Dating back to the 13th century, when the city was founded, the row reflects the development of building and living culture over the centuries in southern Germany. The rehabilitation, carried out in accordance with historic preservation criteria, required the construction of a new corner building on the site of the former ‘Stone House’. The new structure braces the surviving historic row and protects it from collapse, while the old buildings serve both as a museum and as... More

Casa 01 explores the relationship between architecture, craftsmanship, and the experience of living.The design unfolds beneath a series of vaulted ceilings, which shape the atmosphere of each room while connecting them into a single continuum. Rather than dividing spaces, these curved forms guide the eye, stretch views, and lend a sense of lightness and flow. Marcello Mariana Marcello Mariana Marcello Mariana A central role is played by the custom-designed fixed furniture, conceived as an integral part of the architecture rather than simple additions. The main wardrobe system works as both storage and spatial device: it traces a path that connects the entrance with the living area and, without interruption, leads to the priv... More

In a 1950s residential complex in the urban core of Trieste, the project renovates a compact 60-square-meter apartment. The original layout—characterized by rigid compartmentalization and disproportionate room dimensions—proved difficult to adapt to contemporary living. At the same time, the apartment benefited from a favorable position that allowed generous natural ventilation and daylight, qualities that became the starting point for a more open and connected spatial organization. Davide Maria Palusa Davide Maria Palusa The intervention explores strategies for rethinking small-scale housing. Rather than radically altering the plan, the project works through precise adjustments that unlock spatial qualities already p... More

The new Italgas Headquarters in Monselice, Veneto, consolidates administrative and operational functions within a single compact architectural body. The development includes approximately 1,200 sqm of office space and a 250 sqm warehouse. Andrea Badoni The office block is articulated through the intersection of two superimposed rectangular volumes, with the upper level rotated 90 degrees relative to the base. This compositional gesture generates a first-floor terrace and a 16-meter cantilever forming a covered entrance, giving the building a clear yet controlled architectural identity. Andrea Badoni The language is restrained and essential, enhanced by vertical cylindrical façade elements that modulate light and shadow. P... More

Located in the old town of Nanyang, this public space renewal project addresses a familiar urban condition: high building density, limited open space, and a growing disconnect between inherited built fabric and contemporary community needs. The site, covering 2,135 square metres, was once an abandoned public granary complex dating to the early years of China’s planned economy. Comprising eight buildings with traditional grey-tile sloping roofs and a mix of wood, brick, and rammed earth, the complex had suffered extensive collapse and neglect. Over time, parts of the site had been informally occupied for storage and small-scale cultivation, further fragmenting an already damaged environment. Wu Qingshan Working within a tight bud... More

The site is located west of Guangzu Park, east of Guangzu South Road, south of Jikang Road, and north of Danzi East Road in Kengzi Street, Pingshan District. The site is divided into two plots—north and south—with a distance of over 130 meters between them, covering a total area of 21,543 square meters. The northern plot includes a six-story building above ground and two basement levels, housing the Pingshan District Science and Technology Museum and a Book Mall. The southern plot features an eight-story building above ground with two basement levels designated for the Pingshan District Cultural Center. Between these two plots lies the western entrance to Guangzu Park, while underground, there is a public parking lot that also s... More

 Phase One: New floor plan For this charming apartment in Psychiko, Athens  I was asked to redesign the living room while maintaining the existing floor plan as much as possible. The original layout featured a separate entrance hall and a kitchen connected through a hallway that led to the private quarters. The challenge was to create a more open, functional space while preserving the apartment’s unique character. Vasso Paraschi The transformation involved several key interventions: _The door from the private quarters was closed off to improve the kitchen’s configuration _The entrance hall walls were removed to create an open-plan living space _The kitchen was connected directly to the living room area The... More

This project is located in Rome (south-west) in a building dating from the fifties of the twentieth century. Originally, apart from the state of degradation in which the apartment was, two very interesting elements appeared: a real alpine marble floor in excellent condition and a series of cladding elements and doors made of mahogany wood.  Caption Caption Caption The first intention is not to alter the character of the place, nor the nature and flavor of the time of construction of the property. For this reason, elements such as the green alpine marble and the mahogany wood material are maintained, adapted and integrated into the new layout, becoming features of the new project. Especially the green marble of great val... More

This 900 sq.ft. office for a PMC and Civil Consultant is envisioned as a minimal yet expressive workspace, where clarity, functionality, and material honesty come together in harmony. The design philosophy draws from simplicity—clean lines, natural textures, and raw finishes merge to create an environment that is calm, focused, and timeless. Rather than rely on ornamentation, the interiors highlight the inherent beauty of materials, reflecting the structured discipline and integrity of the profession it represents. Tejas Shah Photography The material palette is restrained but purposeful. Granite flooring provides durability and elegance underfoot, while oak wood adds warmth and texture. Terrazzo-topped tables introduce a crafted... More

Size-wise it’s a relatively humble abode with just three bedrooms typically found in Polish suburban middle-class areas. Yet, a couple of things make it different. In first place the location: it’s placed in Podkowa, one of the garden cities surrounding Warsaw and one of best addresses for well-to-do Warsawers who seek a harmonized surrounding protected from aggressive developments of the day. photos: Arek Romański & Gosia Nierodzińska photos: Arek Romański & Gosia Nierodzińska Seceond thing is that the plot is relatively shallow, so the clients, a couple with one kid, decided to open the house towards the street creating an exposed leisure space between the fence and the glazed groundfloor- not a very common... More

The project aims to provide an opportunity to rethink and reconnect the relationships between the key elements of the settlement system, which are already common in many urban contexts in the Veneto region: the sacred building, the manor house, and the crossroads. These "actors" of urban life also represent the nodes of a loose fabric, yet in continuity with the rural landscape, which reinforces its civic vocation. Alessandra Chemollo Alessandra Chemollo Alessandra Chemollo Alessandra Chemollo The new Parish Center is conceived as an extension in continuity with the Church/Palazzo Orsato complex, the rectory, and thus constitutes its completion. The solution draws upon two typological themes that have shaped the Italian... More