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Aukštaitija National Park Visitor Center is conceived as a gateway to the natural and cultural landscape of one of Lithuania’s most significant protected areas. Located in Utena, the project reinterprets the visitor center as both an informational and experiential space, designed to strengthen the relationship between people, landscape, and environmental awareness. Sandro Gravili The architectural concept is defined by a compact and contemporary volume carefully integrated into the surrounding natural context. Through a restrained material palette and a strong connection with the landscape, the building seeks to establish a dialogue with the forest environment while maintaining a clear and recognizable identity. The inte... More

At the southern entrance to Barbian (Barbiano) in South Tyrol, the Edificio multifunzionale establishes a clear civic presence while remaining rooted in its alpine context. Conceived by Roland Baldi Architects as a compact yet expressive ensemble, the project brings together a kindergarten, daycare centre, children’s restaurant, and tourist office within a single low-energy development. More than a collection of functions, the building operates as a 'green bridge' between mobility, education, and community life. Positioned at a key threshold to the village, the project signals arrival while maintaining a human scale. Its form and materiality reinterpret the region’s timber-building tradition through contemporary construction me... More

Located along the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, the Araña Alegre House is a low-footprint residence designed by Luz de Piedra Arquitectos to balance comfort, climate responsiveness, and environmental responsibility. The construction system is based on a prefabricated laminated teak structure, selected for its local availability, durability in tropical climates, and reduced embodied carbon compared to conventional concrete or steel construction. Americo Stagno Americo Stagno   Structure and material strategy The modular teak structure allows for rapid on-site assembly, reducing construction time and environmental disturbance. Prefabrication ensured minimal material waste and greater precision. The elevated floor sys... More

Renovation of an old Walser house in the Swiss Alps Maurin Bisig Maurin Bisig Maurin Bisig Maurin Bisig Maurin Bisig Maurin Bisig Studio Bisig Rocchelli Studio Bisig Rocchelli Studio Bisig Rocchelli More

This solid wood house for a young family was built on a steep slope in the Styrian Thermal Region. Deep black on the outside, the contrast surprises as soon as you step inside: airy, bright, with lots of light from the sides and from above. The house fits in harmoniously with its surroundings. Christoph Panzer The aim of the design was to intervene little in the natural environment and to use the natural topography of the property. The foundation work was kept to a minimum. The southwestern side of the house stands on point foundations and only a small part of the house has a basement.This makes Haus M a good example of inexpensive, ecological construction on steep sites. Christoph Panzer Clear forms and the building material wo... More

In collaboration with mHome, we participated in a tender. The client was looking for a design for 54 movable homes. The apartments/studios each had to have an area of ​​20 m² to 60 m², including a private outdoor area. Important core values ​​in this tender were portability, sustainability and quality of life.  B-too ConnectedGroene Dijk residential area was designed based on an integrated vision in which connectedness and greenery are central. Our aim is to create a living environment that excels in quality, comfort and safety, with plenty of space for social interaction. A place where residents feel at home and where different target groups live together in harmony.  B-too Living in a natural environmentThe... More

Suashi no Ie – A House in Harmony with Nature In 2021, Sobokuya embarked on a project to create Suashi no Ie, an eco-regenerative home that embodies the owner’s sustainable lifestyle. Nestled at the foot of Mount Yatsugatake, the house is a blend of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and modern regenerative living. Caption The name “Suashi no Ie” (Barefoot House) reflects the owner’s lifestyle, which greatly revolves around walking barefoot. This passion for connecting with the earth influenced the choice of materials - we aimed to create a natural, comfortable feel underfoot throughout the house. Caption Inspired by the architectural techniques used in the iconic Kiyomizu-Dera Temple in Kyoto, Sua... More

Overview Nestled at the end of a Stoke Newington mews sits an extraordinary house recently added to by Whittaker Parsons.  The East London studio has meticulously designed a tranquil, low-carbon additional storey built from pre-fabricated timber panels, copper clad with an elegant larch and lime-plastered interior. Whittaker Parsons set out to design a beautiful, healthy, serene retreat for the homeowners to immerse themselves in the beauty of natural materials and enjoy views of surrounding tree canopies and rooflines. Jim Stephenson The Clients & brief Paul & Annie Wicks, a married couple with two children, have lived in the property for over ten years. The existing 3-storey property is one of two sophisticated house... More

Solhagaparken is a residential project in Masmo, a suburb located about 20 kilometers south of central Stockholm. The five-story building is situated next to the existing Solhagaparken.   Masmo is in many ways a typical suburban residential area in Vårby, Huddinge. The area was completed in 1964 and is characterized by several large apartment buildings in red brick, arranged around the lush Solhagaparken. Masmo is a place of great contrasts, with expansive green spaces and forests wedged between two elevated highways that connects the area to central Stockholm. To the east, the area is defined by the dramatic slope of Masmoberget and to the west, by the water that connects Huddinge to Botkyrka. Johan Dehlin Johan Dehlin... More