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a minimal and modular hurricane-resistant home wins arch out loud's 'shelter' competition
the structure employs a series of canopies that promote sufficient ventilation and protection from the sun, while also forming a durable exterior.
'aura skypool' by kokaistudios in dubai is the world's highest 360° infinity pool
sitting 210 meters above the ground, the location is designed as an 'island in the sky' with beach-like textures and decorative elements.
kokaistudios transforms old shanghai factory into multifunctional exhibition center
the new design opens a dialogue between industrial past and ecological future.
sho ota highlights the quality of wood grain, as if he listened to the material
sho ota’s work is an invitation to pause and listen to the voices of wood. he explores the identity of the material not by polishing it but by highlighting its structure and knots.
stella van beers turns a grain silo into a compact two-level dwelling
alternative living meets creative upcycling for this project by design academy eindhoven graduate stella van beers.
pichiavo's new art studio is a converted warehouse in valencia
the two-story studio includes a space for the artist duo to display its personal collection of artworks by vhils, shepard fairey, robert proch, among others.
semi-open cancha house maximally preserves the charm of mountainous brazil
'cancha house' emerges as a dreamy home for those who appreciate tranquility and love the mountain views.
estúdio HAA! builds family house in brazil with large glass openings that bring the garden in
the project forms a close connection with the exterior, making the side garden a prominent element in the residents' daily life.
tezuka architects optimizes views of mount fuji from its terraced 'castle house'
the house is designed as an unfolding journey upwards, so that the scenery changes as its occupants ascend to the top.
tezuka architects designs tomioka town hall with a distinctive jagged roofline
the external form continues internally where the diagonal grid pattern appears in the awning screen and even the book shelves.
RAW architecture crowns indonesian house with six tapered skylights
the 'stupa house' stands as a small castle at the outskirts of jakarta, with its own microclimate within and without.
RAW architecture uses recycled plastic + bamboo for workshop and residence in indonesia
the project works with local craftsmanship and local materials to create three organic-shaped buildings that integrate into the context.
three unbuilt frank lloyd wright houses are brought to life as digital reconstructions
tour three unbuilt designs by the influential american architect, including a cottage studio for writer and philosopher ayn rand.
animated GIFs restore UNESCO cultural sites to their original glory
the collection of images aims to raise awareness of six UNESCO cultural sites in danger of disappearing forever.
sho shibuya's sunrise paintings infuse saint laurent ephemeral gallery with calming tones
dubbed '55 sunrises', the ephemeral exhibition celebrates the 55th anniversary of the french house's first paris boutique.
the LAYER x resonate 'lightvision' headset takes users into a deep, meditative state
the tech accessory elevates the traditional meditation experience by combining it with vibration, sound and light features that modify users' brain frequencies.
david tajchman tops organic 'cosmos' residence in greece with fluid overhanging roof
the residence merges indoor and outdoor living spaces thanks to its fully openable glass windows, doorless inner spaces, and large outdoor shaded areas.
david tajchman proposes private residence on the rocks with curved, aerodynamic form
only an 'infinite body of water on its rooftop' remains visible from the street.
this new office and incubator building in tehran rises dramatically from the ground
the slanted volume is complemented by a cut-out roof that serves as an outdoor terrace for both visitors and employees to enjoy.
ziihome's latest furniture piece reinterprets traditional chinese mahjong game
dubbed 'fortune machine of neaten cards', the piece adopts a T-shaped form made of solid black walnut and decorated with black ash wood and metal.
rattan rocking chairs by ziihome bring natural comfort during stressful times
minimal lines, smooth curves, and thick rattles complete the pieces, which combine traditional handicraft with modern aesthetics and production technology.
the new 'a' restaurant in tel aviv nods to japanese and european aesthetics
baranowitz & goldberg and pitsou kedem were commissioned to create a distinguished space that breathes light and sets the stage for the culinary work of israeli chef ben-neriah.
pitsou kedem architects transforms old jaffa house into a 'modern cave' in israel
the design team has united the home's existing spaces, turning them from small individual rooms into a sequence of brightly lit, functional spaces.
cut out patios add green pops into cota paredes arquitectos' la piedad house in mexico
its stereotomic structure was derived from the need to solve ventilation and lighting, within a plot whose length exceeds width (35 by 10 meters).
abraham cota paredes designs minimal, all-white house with an indoor pool in mexico
the house by abraham cota paredes is dominated by an all-white interior with rustic finishes, giving it freshness and simplicity.
toshihiko shibuya creates his biggest winter land art to date in sapporo, japan
the japanese artist creates site-specific artwork every winter using metal objects painted in fluorescent colors.
toshihiko shibuya casts colored reflections with winter art installation in japan
the site-specific artwork seeks to resonate with nature and highlight the heavy snowfalls of hokkaido.
saola architects transforms family house into semi-public, cultural hub in laos
the building now accommodates an artist residency program that welcomes visitors into an open plaza with auditorium-like steps.
the white house by saola architects fuses indoors with garden space in laos
inspired by the local vernacular, the project embraces the traditional style of living in laos, which is spent mostly outdoors.
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competitions 
Underbridge #2 $ 9,290.00 USD deadline: october 19th, 2026 WDC 2028 Busan Pavilion International Design Competition $ 46,666.00 USD deadline: october 26th, 2026 grippin’ $ 3,000.00 USD deadline: april 30th, 2027 Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2026 $ 115,875.00 USD deadline: october 20th, 2026 2026 NY Product Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 The Quiet Tower $ 11,535.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 2027 MUSE Design Awards deadline: april 15th, 2027 Wonder Global Design Awards 2026 Season 2 deadline: january 31st, 2027 2026 Rome Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 10th, 2026 2026 London Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 17th, 2026 all competitions
Underbridge #2 $ 9,290.00 USD deadline: october 19th, 2026 
WDC 2028 Busan Pavilion International Design Competition $ 46,666.00 USD deadline: october 26th, 2026 
grippin’ $ 3,000.00 USD deadline: april 30th, 2027 
Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2026 $ 115,875.00 USD deadline: october 20th, 2026 
2026 NY Product Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 
The Quiet Tower $ 11,535.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 
2027 MUSE Design Awards deadline: april 15th, 2027 
Wonder Global Design Awards 2026 Season 2 deadline: january 31st, 2027 
2026 Rome Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 10th, 2026 
2026 London Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 17th, 2026 
