ARCHITECTURE NEWS
zaha hadid presents real-time modeling VR experiment in first latin american exhibition
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'project correl' invites visitors to the exhibition to collectively build a virtual structure that will grow over the coming months.
'project correl' invites visitors to the exhibition to collectively build a virtual structure that will grow over the coming months.
this pinecone-shaped treehouse offers 360 degree views of the forest's canopy
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blending the classic pinecone shape with the geometric elements of a geodesic dome, the structure immerses all who enter in the beauty of the natural world.
blending the classic pinecone shape with the geometric elements of a geodesic dome, the structure immerses all who enter in the beauty of the natural world.
TD atelier's self-build fishing factory in japan with distinctive triangular roof
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the project involved the renovation and extension of an existing hut and was self-built by the architect, students and fishermen.
the project involved the renovation and extension of an existing hut and was self-built by the architect, students and fishermen.
TOP 10 temporary structures of 2018
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we continue our annual review of the year's big stories with a look at the diverse array of temporary structures that caught our eye over the past 12 months.
we continue our annual review of the year's big stories with a look at the diverse array of temporary structures that caught our eye over the past 12 months.
italian studio wok blends history and modernity with a country home in verona
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milan-based studio wok completes its transformation of a derelict barn in rural chievo, outside the northern city of verona.
milan-based studio wok completes its transformation of a derelict barn in rural chievo, outside the northern city of verona.
sliding dividers easily turn this tel aviv apartment into an open space
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the apartment has been renovated for a single man who wanted to embrace the exterior green surroundings and enable as much natural light to enter the space.
the apartment has been renovated for a single man who wanted to embrace the exterior green surroundings and enable as much natural light to enter the space.
megowan architectural's two angle house in australia responds to its corner site
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by following the contours of the land, the design prioritizes the ocean views while maximizing its sun exposure.
by following the contours of the land, the design prioritizes the ocean views while maximizing its sun exposure.
bjarke ingels group and heatherwick studio further revise plans for google mountain view campus
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first announced in march 2015, this latest update includes provision for affordable housing and more green spaces.
first announced in march 2015, this latest update includes provision for affordable housing and more green spaces.
gwenael nicolas captures versace's complexity and diversity in new miami store
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the store proposes a journey to discover — or rediscover — the icons of the brand from a different perspective.
the store proposes a journey to discover — or rediscover — the icons of the brand from a different perspective.
architects turn bangkok townhouses into modern multilayered office
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the interiors take advantage of the industrial look of the raw concrete structure, adding glossy elements and green lively splashes to contrast the strict mood.
the interiors take advantage of the industrial look of the raw concrete structure, adding glossy elements and green lively splashes to contrast the strict mood.
pico colectivo stacks shipping containers to make cultural center in venezuela
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the architect has transformed an existing vandalized building, to create the 'cultural production zone' for local communities.
the architect has transformed an existing vandalized building, to create the 'cultural production zone' for local communities.
this prefabricated shelter clings to a mountain peak in the italian alps
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at an altitude of 3,290 meters (10,794 feet), the bivouac seeks to encourage the exploration of the isolated area and its nearby mountaineering routes.
at an altitude of 3,290 meters (10,794 feet), the bivouac seeks to encourage the exploration of the isolated area and its nearby mountaineering routes.
'the plinth' will be the high line's new destination for public art
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simone leigh's 'brick house' will be unveiled at the opening of the spur in 2019 and will remain on view through september 2020.
simone leigh's 'brick house' will be unveiled at the opening of the spur in 2019 and will remain on view through september 2020.
project eleven builds contemporary yet retro-futuristic rainbow pavilion in russia
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uneven sections create a dynamic and expressive composition that brings a slight ripple into this seemingly austere shape.
uneven sections create a dynamic and expressive composition that brings a slight ripple into this seemingly austere shape.
studio fuksas reveals winning design for the new gelendzhik airport in russia
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the airport will provide connections to eleven domestic destinations and is set to become a new landmark for the area.
the airport will provide connections to eleven domestic destinations and is set to become a new landmark for the area.
hou de sousa's iridescent prismatic installation in georgetown frames a myriad of perspectives
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the piece is unique on all sides, encouraging the public to explore the exterior, as well as meander through its translucent 'streets'.
the piece is unique on all sides, encouraging the public to explore the exterior, as well as meander through its translucent 'streets'.
TOP 10 reader submissions of 2018 – public spaces
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from a water sports center in denmark to a dim sum restaurant in hong kong, we highlight 10 of the most impactful public spaces from our 2018 readers submission.
from a water sports center in denmark to a dim sum restaurant in hong kong, we highlight 10 of the most impactful public spaces from our 2018 readers submission.
sou fujimoto's 'white tree' grows to its full height in the south of france
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with the mixed-use tower nearing completion, photographer vincent hecht visited the site to document its progress.
with the mixed-use tower nearing completion, photographer vincent hecht visited the site to document its progress.
andrés gallardo photographs MAD architects' harbin opera house in china's ice city
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the photo series presents the project as it formalizes the northern chinese city's legacies of ice and music.
the photo series presents the project as it formalizes the northern chinese city's legacies of ice and music.
mecanoo completes glass + burnt wood villa on the waterfront of a british lake
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the house is surrounded by trees and plants that ensure enough privacy.
the house is surrounded by trees and plants that ensure enough privacy.
fran silvestre arquitectos builds minimal 'hofmann house' in valencia
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fran silvestre arquitectos completes the 'hofmann house' among a landscape surrounded by gardens in valencia, spain, with a view of the distant sea.
fran silvestre arquitectos completes the 'hofmann house' among a landscape surrounded by gardens in valencia, spain, with a view of the distant sea.
sergey makhno unveils minimalist design for 'father’s house' in snowy ukraine
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built from concrete and glass and stretching to the shore of the lake, the original concept was to create 'a house of lines.'
built from concrete and glass and stretching to the shore of the lake, the original concept was to create 'a house of lines.'
EPFL university brings french la buvette pavilion back to life
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in a new book, EPFL researchers trace the history of la buvette d’evian – a former refreshment area that is also an icon of modern architecture.
in a new book, EPFL researchers trace the history of la buvette d’evian – a former refreshment area that is also an icon of modern architecture.
archaeology of the future: tsuyoshi tane opens two exhibitions in tokyo
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designboom spoke with the japanese architect to uncover the spirit of the two shows and their relationship to each other.
designboom spoke with the japanese architect to uncover the spirit of the two shows and their relationship to each other.
ECO2 reimagines arizona's rio salado river as an ecologically regenerative landscape
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michael krause and kartika rachmawati's winning proposal implements a progressive commerce design while restoring the river’s natural ecosystem.
michael krause and kartika rachmawati's winning proposal implements a progressive commerce design while restoring the river’s natural ecosystem.
DUA completes cladach house with simple interiors and deep pitched roof in ireland
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the form, scale and height are designed with a sympathetic approach to the surrounding vernacular houses and natural landscape.
the form, scale and height are designed with a sympathetic approach to the surrounding vernacular houses and natural landscape.
residential and commercial project by sordo madaleno arquitectos honored at WAF 2018
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the proposed 'amelia tulum' residential and commercial project will become a part of one of the fastest growing urban areas among the coastal jungles of the yucatán peninsula.
the proposed 'amelia tulum' residential and commercial project will become a part of one of the fastest growing urban areas among the coastal jungles of the yucatán peninsula.
PALMA suspends gridded canopy of volcanic stone over mexico city terrace
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a gridded canopy comprised of thirty-six pieces of volcanic stone are suspended above the escandón terrace and anchored to a metallic structure spanning overhead.
a gridded canopy comprised of thirty-six pieces of volcanic stone are suspended above the escandón terrace and anchored to a metallic structure spanning overhead.
