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JOA's new library proposal in poland looks like a rotating tower of books
JOA's project has received the first-prize in the competition 'libgen: towards a new class of evolutionary libraries'.
JOA's project has received the first-prize in the competition 'libgen: towards a new class of evolutionary libraries'.
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3D-printed floating house will be built in 48 hours in czech republic
this design can be made within 48 hours, save up to 50% of all construction costs, and greatly reduces CO2 emissions and waste.
this design can be made within 48 hours, save up to 50% of all construction costs, and greatly reduces CO2 emissions and waste.
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bláha architecture + design renovates a traditional courtyard house in the hague
an oak cupboard wall, grey resin floors and white walls transform this derelict house into a contemporary private rental home.
an oak cupboard wall, grey resin floors and white walls transform this derelict house into a contemporary private rental home.
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1+1>2 architects tops 'mother's house' in vietnam with thatched roof canopy
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surrounded by natural trees and other vegetation, the property has been designed to exist in harmony with the bucolic landscape.
surrounded by natural trees and other vegetation, the property has been designed to exist in harmony with the bucolic landscape.
k-studio transforms derelict wine factory into seaside hotel along the coast of greece
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k-studio worked to emphasize the raw materiality of the site, avoiding the introduction of any alien elements or materials.
k-studio worked to emphasize the raw materiality of the site, avoiding the introduction of any alien elements or materials.
MEC arquitectura builds sustainable passive 'chocolab' integration center in colombia
the project allowed the community to be actively involved in the construction process, educating locals on the sustainability benefits of building with wood.
the project allowed the community to be actively involved in the construction process, educating locals on the sustainability benefits of building with wood.
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BORD combines steel and wooden frames into 'house for hamacho' in japan
the wooden frames are designed as temporary structures, which can be updated to correspond to the ever-changing desires of the residents.
the wooden frames are designed as temporary structures, which can be updated to correspond to the ever-changing desires of the residents.
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taller héctor barroso builds 'house in avandaro' with minimal mud brick
the clustered dwellings, are surrounded by the wild, overgrown plant life of mexico's natural forest, valle de bravo.
the clustered dwellings, are surrounded by the wild, overgrown plant life of mexico's natural forest, valle de bravo.
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LUMIPOD cabin's curved glazed façade immerses visitors in nature
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created by french company LUMICENE, LUMIPOD uses the company’s signature windows, wrapping them into a glazed façade that spans five meters in diameter.
created by french company LUMICENE, LUMIPOD uses the company’s signature windows, wrapping them into a glazed façade that spans five meters in diameter.
doug aitken's 'lighthouse' is an architecture-wrapping installation of changing landscapes filmed throughout the seasons
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projectors are placed outdoors, year-round, casting fleeting views of the rolling hills, open fields, and hardwood forest onto the architecture.
projectors are placed outdoors, year-round, casting fleeting views of the rolling hills, open fields, and hardwood forest onto the architecture.
fnji's 'iceberg sofa' uses the power of design to raise awareness of melting ice caps
the blocks of the sofa are shaped like sculptures and provide different looks from different perspectives.
the blocks of the sofa are shaped like sculptures and provide different looks from different perspectives.
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sustainable CUPACLAD slate cladding is tailored to fit your façade
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these modernist birdhouses have been shaped after palm springs' mid-century architecture
stylish and colorful, the modernist birdhouses are both cute and functional and are made in stainless steel, spray paint and wood.
stylish and colorful, the modernist birdhouses are both cute and functional and are made in stainless steel, spray paint and wood.
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maurice martel's glass pavilion in canada is a tribute to modern architecture
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during the region's long winters, the building serves as a place to relax, read, or do yoga amid the snowy landscape.
during the region's long winters, the building serves as a place to relax, read, or do yoga amid the snowy landscape.
lickable 'taste gadget' can recreate any flavor without eating food
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a gadget that is a test for your taste or a way to fake your favorite flavor - all you need is a little lick.
a gadget that is a test for your taste or a way to fake your favorite flavor - all you need is a little lick.
grandma gets real creates relatable quarantine barbie starter packs
which quarantine barbie can you relate to the most?
which quarantine barbie can you relate to the most?
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watch how this fully-functional, non-electric cardboard vending machine provides drinks
the full-size cardboard vending machine has slots for 12 different drinks and works with an analog mechanism without electricity.
the full-size cardboard vending machine has slots for 12 different drinks and works with an analog mechanism without electricity.
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wave-themed street signage system by studio 5•5 encourages parisians to social distance
the waves remind pedestrians of paris' resilient motto 'fluctuat nec mergitur' - 'beaten by the waves, but not sunk'.
the waves remind pedestrians of paris' resilient motto 'fluctuat nec mergitur' - 'beaten by the waves, but not sunk'.
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maison W, or 'the pleated house' mimics the undulating geological folds of its alpine context
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walls fold and unfold in a motionless movement that guides the visitor and gives rhythm to the space.
walls fold and unfold in a motionless movement that guides the visitor and gives rhythm to the space.
is burger king handing out giant crowns to ensure social distancing in germany?
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called social distance crowns, the fast food giant is handing out massive paper crowns that keep customers six feet away from each other.
called social distance crowns, the fast food giant is handing out massive paper crowns that keep customers six feet away from each other.
canada pavilion to explore 'impostor cities' at venice architecture biennale 2021
we hear from the pavilion's curator david theodore who shares an update on his team's plans for the exhibition so far.
we hear from the pavilion's curator david theodore who shares an update on his team's plans for the exhibition so far.
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send greetings from self-isolation with these retro 'home postcards'
since we can’t travel like we used to, amanda weedmark's adorable designs put a spotlight on the ‘home experience’.
since we can’t travel like we used to, amanda weedmark's adorable designs put a spotlight on the ‘home experience’.
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arii irie architects tops light-filled warehouse in ageo, japan, with exposed timber roof truss
natural light penetrates the two-story interior from above through a full-length skylight.
natural light penetrates the two-story interior from above through a full-length skylight.
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japanese zoo employs capybara stuffed animals to secure social distancing in its restaurant
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the cute plush toys have been strategically placed throughout the restaurant.
the cute plush toys have been strategically placed throughout the restaurant.
casa bautista is a secluded beachfront villa in mexico designed by productora
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immersed in the jungle, the elevated concrete structure presents sweeping views of the natural landscape and the caribbean sea beyond.
immersed in the jungle, the elevated concrete structure presents sweeping views of the natural landscape and the caribbean sea beyond.
HTC's former CEO unveils the new 'MOVA' VR headset and immersive virtual world
with no wires or controllers and a sleek design, the ‘MOVA’ headset lets users effortlessly explore a new social reality.
with no wires or controllers and a sleek design, the ‘MOVA’ headset lets users effortlessly explore a new social reality.
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giovanni garrone explores what the world will look like if quarantine doesn’t end
the black & white series by garrone depicts famous artificial landmarks being overrun by flourishing vegetation.
the black & white series by garrone depicts famous artificial landmarks being overrun by flourishing vegetation.
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MADAM and hexia's ginkgo forest tea house is a cluster of playful timber volumes
the pavilion fits within a grid that interferes as little as possible with the continuity of the forest.
the pavilion fits within a grid that interferes as little as possible with the continuity of the forest.
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slee & co. architects' red earth game lodge emerges from the namibian landscape
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the architects have mixed red sand from the surrounding farm into cementitious plaster.
the architects have mixed red sand from the surrounding farm into cementitious plaster.
zeltini's 'z-triton' is a tiny electric camper combining house, trike and boat
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the amphibious vehicle enables users to travel over land and water.
the amphibious vehicle enables users to travel over land and water.
this wearable speaker by ivan zhurba can be worn while running or cycling
the device is envisioned to clip on to the user's forearm, allowing them to listen to music on the move.
the device is envisioned to clip on to the user's forearm, allowing them to listen to music on the move.
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extruded concrete volumes form PIXEL HOUSE by the grid architects in india
the inspiration for this villa in ahmedabad, india, came from the most unexpected places - the pixel.
the inspiration for this villa in ahmedabad, india, came from the most unexpected places - the pixel.
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william / kaven completes 'royal', a remote residence in the forests of the pacific northwest
despite its bucolic setting, the house is located in portland's forest park neighborhood – just minutes from the city center.
despite its bucolic setting, the house is located in portland's forest park neighborhood – just minutes from the city center.
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'jewelry for cleaning' features brass litter rings designed by studio b severin
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the project explores cleaning as a mindfulness practice inspired by the training of buddhist monks.
the project explores cleaning as a mindfulness practice inspired by the training of buddhist monks.
artist paola pivi shares a message of hope with our readers during coronavirus lockdown
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'keep your eyes and ears open – keep them open always in the future too.'
'keep your eyes and ears open – keep them open always in the future too.'
