during construction, builders temporarily relocated the site’s large boulders and later returned them to their original positions.
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residential architecture and interiors (4768)
the design incorporates elements that regulate exposure and enclosure.
connections: +6470
tableware (54)
the spiral structure follows principles of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics to optimize heat distribution.
connections: 96
over 60 designers explore artisanal techniques and experimentations with new technologies, ranging from ceramics to biomaterials.
connections: +490
coffee and espresso machines (42)
this Hermès x bialetti moka pot concept imagines a sculpted orange horse lid and pairs it with detailed cups and horseshoe saucers.
connections: +340
the compact coffee machine by hugh inc. translates espresso extraction into a portable format, adaptable to both domestic and outdoor use.
connections: 42
david altrath (22)
the church translates the vertical ambition of gothic architecture into an austere expressionist language built entirely from yellow danish brick.
the photographer captures the concrete extension as a study in balance, showing how the architecture highlights history without overshadowing it.
alvaro siza (35)
the photographer captures the concrete extension as a study in balance, showing how the architecture highlights history without overshadowing it.
‘context, form, and light’ examines the fundamental principles that shape architecture, spotlighting modernist monuments and contemporary pavilions.
architectural photography (396)
new photographs reveal the midcentury modern kappe house in california with its redwood structure of complex, interlocking platforms.
the images dwell on the tension between weight and lightness, capturing thick masonry walls and ornamental facades counterbalanced by exhibition spaces.
architecture in portugal (426)
the spatial concept intentionally dissolves the boundary between chef and guest along a 15 meter long charred wood counter.
connections: +1370
the structure consists of eight modular units that vary in height and can be assembled in different configurations.
photography (445)
each imaginary scene begins as a physically constructed cubic room built from scratch.
connections: +520
the series documents the photographer’s repeated encounters with the maritime landscape, using the ferry crossing as a fixed observational point.
connections: +440
church architecture and design (261)
the milestone positions the cross as the highest point of the basilica and finalizes the grouping of its six central towers.
the church translates the vertical ambition of gothic architecture into an austere expressionist language built entirely from yellow danish brick.
wood and timber architecture and design (1398)
the design follows proportional rules derived from the golden section and the logarithmic spiral associated with the nautilus fossil.
fiberglass is retained as primary material expression rather than decorative effect.
assistive devices (61)
already built to operate for its ‘creator edition,’ the device can move either indoor or outdoor without needing any restricted zones.
connections: +790
each set includes a button, a receiver, and simple fixings, and the receiver is plugged into a home appliance.
connections: +270
social impact (14)
comprising two parts that snap together, the accessory brings colors to the clinical-looking canister, made from aluminum and polymer.
final call! enter the A’ design award and competition 2026 across all categories, from furniture to architecture, before the february 28 deadline.
timepiece design (429)
each dial shows the real day cycle of that planet, so the clock doesn’t calculate time digitally but copies planetary spin to show day and night.
connections: +430
using the brand’s ROCS system, the design shows time through rotating discs instead of hands.
connections: +440
cabin architecture and design (393)
the viewing pavilion combines the typology of a small timber cabin with a calibrated optical installation.
the prefabricated timber structures follow a curved footprint and open to the mountains through uninterrupted 180-degree glazing.
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