czech studio malý chmel sculpts house with seven floors as 'vertical cave of light'
luminous interiors of exposed concrete are organized between seven staggered, interconnected floors.
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malý chmel proposes new star-like angular art museum for aleš south bohemian gallery
the geometric layout draws from the triangular bastions that once fortified české budějovice.
traditional japanese woodworking technique adds dimension to forêt furniture series by ODS
the collection includes a console, a low table, and a divider inspired by the japanese craft that assembles wooden geometric patterns without nails.
oniki adds stage with laminated glass steps within clothing store interior in japan
set in tokyo, the boutique has been designed to showcase all the latest trends efficiently and attract fashion-conscious people.
oniki layers 400 wires to create the CORD/CODE spatial installation in tokyo
the project presents the spatial design of the store through scaled models along with a new installation and a newly designed chair.
JAJA architects builds modern home for families in need along denmark's bagsværd lake
originally built as a summer villa in the early 1900s, JAJA architects' extension now supports children and families in need.
jaja architects' church redefines the identity of sola, norway
the louvered windows testify how light plays with art, adding a spiritual atmosphere to the church.
TOOB studio stacks pink open blocks reviving terraced residence in vietnam
TOOB studio's renovation adapts to a modern aesthetic without discarding the house's original foundation.
this vietnamese family house by toob studio is deliberately left unfinished
openings on the exterior and interior walls, as well as on the roof, establish a connection with nature and the urban surroundings.
CEBRA invites employees to prototype denmark workspace with LEGO bricks
the new campus by CEBRA will house one of the largest libraries of LEGO elements in the world.
CEBRA's winning 'mount tirana' to redefine skyline of albania's capital city
with influence from the surrounding mountains, the building replicates rugged cliffs and sheer rock faces.
stuart semple signs his artworks NOT A NICHE MAN under new legal name, anish kapoor
a series of archival giclée prints hand-signed with stuart semple's newly adopted name will be available for 72 hours starting today.
stuart semple unveils PINKIE paint, the barbiest shade of pink anyone can own except mattel
artist stuart semple has unveiled PINKIE the barbiest pink as a response to mattel’s registered trademark over its signature color.
DUMBO becomes new york’s design district where creative firms collaborate and thrive
DUMBO design district captivates creative professionals with upscale style, culture, and stunning offices in two trees' landmarked loft buildings.
explore brooklyn's twisting 'olympia' tower as amenities complete in dumbo
hill west and workstead unveil a new look inside 'olympia dumbo' which rises along brooklyn's east river waterfront.
vanceva interlayers highlight audrey irmas pavilion's facade with green laminated glass
with the audrey irmas pavilion, vanceva demonstrates its ability to elevate a project by combining performance with artistic expression.
vanceva’s PVB interlayers tint vertical panorama pavilion’s glass canopy with 24 hues
featuring a multicolored glass canopy with vanceva’s PVB interlayers, the pavilion blends art and nature, capturing the essence of the vineyard's landscape.
three experimental devices by UO showcase the performance of mitsui’s functional plastics
lens of phenomena invites inspiration for future applications of advanced functional plastics.
shizuoka craftsmanship shines through UO's monument at historic japanese hotel
the design by UO integrates traditional crafts into elongated metal frames, which are then layered and stacked to form the structure.
textured concrete facade envelops living facility center in japan by SAKO architects
custom formwork creates a striped pattern on the facade, which helps hide dirt and reduce maintenance.
twelve colorful bridges suspend over zigzag elementary school's atrium by SAKO architects
sako architects, led by keiichiro sako, creates a fun and engaging environment through zigzag arrangement.
sea of undulating bricks floods chinese cinema café interiors by one plus partnership
rough in texture yet polished, the bricks used by one plus partnership are formed from the sands of nearby beaches.
one plus partnership's cinema complex in wuhan alludes to a bustling cityscape
the space is engulfed with irregular shapes and slanted surfaces, creating an impressive stone-clad matrix recalling urban skylines.
rick owens and moncler introduce charlotte perriand-inspired demountable steel refuge
dubbed as an all-weather accommodation, the lodging has an atmospheric environment because of the large panoramic windows wrapping its rear side.
jean prouvé's pavilion finds permanent home within ladbroke hall garden in london
the pavilion serves as a private dining area within the newly unveiled garden.
bourse de commerce spotlights arte povera pioneers in major exhibition with over 250 works
on view until january 20, 2025, the exhibition centers on key figures of the movement, from giovanni anselmo to jannis kounellis.
a tree planted in water at the venice biennale represents the wisdom of listening
the listener opens a global conversation about how we can create spaces for listening in 21st-century society.
ABB frozen music episode #23: kengo kuma's regenerative take on st. regis red sea resort
episode #23 explores the intricate design and sustainable practices that make st. regis red sea resort a model for eco-conscious development and regenerative tourism.
ABB ‘frozen music’ episode #22: sara cultural centre’s 100% renewable energy system
ABB outfits the sara cultural centre with AI technology to enable its efficient and renewable energy use.
explore bjarke ingels group's waterfront headquarters in copenhagen
built with 'uni-green' concrete, BIG's headquarters rises seven stories over copenhagen and uses 60% renewable energy.
a thatched roof floats over PAX architects' skagen klitgård house in denmark
clean, contemporary interiors are enclosed by a traditional thatched rooftop in skagen, denmark.
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Valli Wine Tasting Room $ 11,632.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 The Architect’s Chair Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: january 5th, 2027 New York High Falls Riverfront Market $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: january 18th, 2027 2026 Tokyo Design Awards Season #2 deadline: october 15th, 2026 Wonder Global Design Awards 2026 Season 2 deadline: january 31st, 2027 Marca Corona Award 2027 | Contest for artists and designers under 35 $ 1,675.00 USD deadline: january 11th, 2027 Museum of Emotions #9 $ 9,140.00 USD deadline: february 22nd, 2027 L A M P International Lighting Design Competition deadline: october 31st, 2026 2026 London Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 17th, 2026 Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2027 $ 56,305.00 USD deadline: october 18th, 2027 all competitions
Valli Wine Tasting Room $ 11,632.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 
The Architect’s Chair Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: january 5th, 2027 
New York High Falls Riverfront Market $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: january 18th, 2027 
2026 Tokyo Design Awards Season #2 deadline: october 15th, 2026 
Wonder Global Design Awards 2026 Season 2 deadline: january 31st, 2027 
Marca Corona Award 2027 | Contest for artists and designers under 35 $ 1,675.00 USD deadline: january 11th, 2027 
Museum of Emotions #9 $ 9,140.00 USD deadline: february 22nd, 2027 
L A M P International Lighting Design Competition deadline: october 31st, 2026 
2026 London Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 17th, 2026 
Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2027 $ 56,305.00 USD deadline: october 18th, 2027 
