the project restores aspects of the original structure and introduces new spaces that align the museum with current international standards.
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renovation and restoration architecture and design (1126)
the barbican centre will be closed from june 2028 until summer 2029 for an ambitious renovation led by buro happold and asif khan.
furuya design (6)
a seaside bungalow in amami ōshima, japan is transformed into a thoughtful retreat infused with local plantlife.
the gondola house follows the design philosphy behind architect takamasa yoshisaka's 1969 nozawa onsen lodge sited nearby.
wood and timber architecture and design (1353)
wooden columns replace walls to create an open interior flow within the single-story nursery school.
from bamboo vaults rising in flood-prone villages to inflatable dream temples, here are ten pavilions reshaping how we think about space right now.
architecture in japan (1690)
the modest structure explores how light and seasonal conditions can continually reshape interior experience.
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the 10-day festival transformed tokyo into a museum of brave design, spotlighting creators who challenge convention, from architecture to upcycled art.
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personal technology (174)
built by content creator peter sripol, the personal air vehicle is lightweight enough to carry one person to the sky, or at least it tries to.
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a way to let people learn and practice electronics, the magnetic device brings prototyping, coding, and testing into a single system behind the phones.
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bike design (635)
the idea by the content creator colin furze tests whether or not suspension can exist without contact using magnetism.
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using metal fabrication, 3D printing, and suspension design, the pilot aims to create a ride that can speed away while the user stays seated inside.
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bridge architecture and design (264)
after many years in development, la caverne du pont neuf will be on view from june 6th to june 28th, 2026.
three construction curves and one control point define the bridge's paper crease geometry.
carbon neutrality? (179)
'what if one of the building industry’s most hazardous materials could become one of its most promising?’
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baleBio serves as a prototype for buildings that store carbon instead of emitting it, housing collective needs.
concrete architecture and design (947)
the plan follows a hyperbolic geometry guiding movement toward the interior prayer space.
discover the nadhyavart residence, a spa-like sanctuary where curved forms and tactile luxury offer a serene escape from the bustle of delhi.
3D printing (872)
assembled by hand, the string instruments adopt the lightweight material, which doesn’t react to temperature and humidity.
built with a 3D printed case, the miniature device runs on rechargeable battery and has only one control button.
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venice architecture biennale 2025 (60)
each 3D printed unit is fabricated from sawdust and recycled consumer plastics.
on september 5th, 2025, aquapraça is set to debut in venice, inviting visitors to experience its sloping, water-responsive surfaces firsthand.
modular design (155)
part of the ongoing series OTW, the accessories are designed by artist sterling ruby through his studio S.R. STUDIO. LA. CA for the footwear brand vans.
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a way to let people learn and practice electronics, the magnetic device brings prototyping, coding, and testing into a single system behind the phones.
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materials (177)
the startup everbloom describes the output as softer than merino, more indulgent than cashmere, and stronger than silk.
in the recent discovery, the researchers show that the romans used quicklime, mixed it dry with volcanic ash, and added water to make the binding material.
honda (80)
revealed at EICMA 2025, the vehicle comes with asymmetrical side panels and fairing for airflow and heat dissipation.
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unveiled at japan mobility show 2025, the concept two-wheeler puts an ‘umbrella’ at the front, which makes the entire frame look flowy.
motorcycle and scooter design (479)
from high-tech hoverbikes to solar-powered motorcycles, our list shows a design shift in personal mobility, where experimentation, form, and user experience come through.
an upgraded and smaller version of the 2024 model, the brand revives the retro styling for the recent motorbike with its pixelated decals.
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