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biomimicry

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federico stefanovich's handcrafted FOLIA luminaires recreate organic forms of flora

each lighting piece derives from conceptualization and digital prototyping, then translated into three artisanal processes: bronze casting, wood carving, and metalworking.

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mario cucinella tops brazilian smart factory with sloping roof inspired by tropical leaves

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livMatS biomimetic timber shell at freiburg university follows a sea urchin's plate skeleton

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runners can help scatter seeds in cities thanks to these chunky trainers with 'spiky' outsoles

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vincent callebaut sobers up new york city with climate-responsive vertical villages

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iris van herpen brings ethereal haute couture to the rolls-royce 'phantom syntopia'

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melissa pérez puga's chocolate series embodies the textures and shapes of coral reefs

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UID architects tops octagonal japanese home with a spiderweb-shaped roof

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giant, leaf-shaped pergolas compose atelier daniel florez's beach pavilion in brazil

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step inside kengo kuma's seashell-inspired private sauna at a japanese glamping resort

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floating atop buildings, this looping super-structure is designed to pump oxygen into seoul

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konstantin grcic's hexagonal brick module for mutina has almost infinite expandability

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technology

ECOncrete® blocks are bio-enhanced materials for sustainable marine construction

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jun kamei's AMPHIBIO is a glimpse into human adaptation amidst rising sea levels

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Melike Altınışık Architects displays motion in the shell at architecture biennal in antalya

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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces Edition #3 $ 11,618.00 USD deadline: october 12th, 2026

Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 $ 115,875.00 USD deadline: november 2nd, 2026

International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026

Valli Wine Tasting Room $ 11,632.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027

The Quiet Tower $ 11,535.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027

2026 TITAN Property Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026

2026 Tokyo Design Awards Season #2 deadline: october 15th, 2026

Vancouver Tall Challenge $ 15,000.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026

Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2026 $ 115,875.00 USD deadline: october 20th, 2026

The Oak Moon Pavilion $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: march 1st, 2027

Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces Edition #3 $ 11,618.00 USD deadline: october 12th, 2026

Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 $ 115,875.00 USD deadline: november 2nd, 2026

International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026

Valli Wine Tasting Room $ 11,632.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027

The Quiet Tower $ 11,535.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027

2026 TITAN Property Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026

2026 Tokyo Design Awards Season #2 deadline: october 15th, 2026

Vancouver Tall Challenge $ 15,000.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026

Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2026 $ 115,875.00 USD deadline: october 20th, 2026

The Oak Moon Pavilion $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: march 1st, 2027

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biomimicry

federico stefanovich's handcrafted FOLIA luminaires recreate organic forms of flora

mario cucinella tops brazilian smart factory with sloping roof inspired by tropical leaves

livMatS biomimetic timber shell at freiburg university follows a sea urchin's plate skeleton

runners can help scatter seeds in cities thanks to these chunky trainers with 'spiky' outsoles

vincent callebaut sobers up new york city with climate-responsive vertical villages

iris van herpen brings ethereal haute couture to the rolls-royce 'phantom syntopia'

melissa pérez puga's chocolate series embodies the textures and shapes of coral reefs

UID architects tops octagonal japanese home with a spiderweb-shaped roof

giant, leaf-shaped pergolas compose atelier daniel florez's beach pavilion in brazil

step inside kengo kuma's seashell-inspired private sauna at a japanese glamping resort

floating atop buildings, this looping super-structure is designed to pump oxygen into seoul

konstantin grcic's hexagonal brick module for mutina has almost infinite expandability

ECOncrete® blocks are bio-enhanced materials for sustainable marine construction

jun kamei's AMPHIBIO is a glimpse into human adaptation amidst rising sea levels

Melike Altınışık Architects displays motion in the shell at architecture biennal in antalya

makelab expands footprint at MADE: bush terminal to unlock tier-one 3D printing

geoffrey bawa and the materialization of an architect’s gaze on his country

sabine marcelis and solidnature transform ephemeral event decoration into collectible design

3D printed concrete sculptures blend classical fragments with sci-fi forms at frieze sculpture

so cute! louvre-lens exhibition unpacks the art of happiness from ancient times until today

makelab expands footprint at MADE: bush terminal to unlock tier-one 3D printing

geoffrey bawa and the materialization of an architect’s gaze on his country

sabine marcelis and solidnature transform ephemeral event decoration into collectible design

3D printed concrete sculptures blend classical fragments with sci-fi forms at frieze sculpture

so cute! louvre-lens exhibition unpacks the art of happiness from ancient times until today

shop

architects are assholes mugs make a cheeky statement

18k Gold 'Chubby Babies' Studs

V / envelope and key holder is an elegant bill organizer

Iga-yaki Cup – Wabi-Sabi Porcelain with Hydrangea Glaze

AWA Carafe : replacement bottle for SodaStream, Aarke and other Carbonators

Custom Wall Mural - Ombre

Magnetic Vase - Unique Table Centerpiece | Set of 5

Oval Maidan Earrings inspired by Art Deco window screens

Souleaf wall art visualizes the luminous photosynthetic process

Airframe - picture frame brings the window seat indoors

submit, enter, discover