superunion architects: istanbul disaster prevention + education centre
<p>loosely based on the atlas statue, the building rests on the shoulders of a gold man, and thus creates a structure that also functions as art. </p>
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superunion architects + powerhouse company: jøssingfjord museum
<p>carefully incised into the base of a gorge, the structure's gently sloping butterfly roof directs visitors attention outwards towards the nearby river and regent cliffs.</p>
west 8: st. petersburg pier competition shortlist
<p>constructed of robust concrete structure and elevated 10 feet above water level, this pavilion and pier is designed to withstand large sea waves and storm surges, establishing itself as sustainable infrastructure for the city.</p>
michael maltzan architecture + tom leader studio: st. petersburg pier competition shortlist
this redesign for the current pier intends to generate a central and iconic element which connects the city with the waterfront of tampa bay.
FJMT: marrickville library competition
<p>the proposal for the new library competition incorporates the exterior and interior through material use, layout and technology. </p>
lacoste + stevenson: marrickville library competition
one of three shortlisted entries, the curvilinear building blends architecture with the natural australian landscape.
dzmitry samal: 5dpi eyewear
<p>an eyewear design in which the frames are crafted to emulate pixelationin an aesthetic nod to our technology roots. </p>
dzmitry samal: structural bag and glasses
a concept bag made of leather with gold detailing for louis vuitton.
design initiatives: istanbul disaster prevention + education centre
the competition entry strives to create a space where man reconciles with nature in a dynamic and educational space.
design initiatives: new taipei city museum of art
<p>this art museum complex is entirely lifted above street level allowing pedestrians to continue their stroll through an adjacent park.</p>
art basel miami beach: sand chair series by kueng caputo
a collection of all-weather, all-purpose, colorful earthen furniture
erwin wurm: business of beauty at art basel miami beach 2011
the exhibition is a cohesive approach to understanding notions of 'home' and 'dwelling' and their effect upon the human psyche.
adrien de melo: upside down library
<p>a suspended shelving system designed for espace culturel louis vuitton comprised of ten inflatable modules. </p>
adrien de melo at galerie BSL
<p> explores the concept of nature in true and altered forms by means of stacked wood within his furniture design.</p>
adrien de melo at galerie BSL
<p> explores the concept of nature in true and altered forms by means of stacked wood within his furniture design.</p>
i cluedesign: wish clip
a business card organizer for your desk that makes you want to clip, wish and store.
christ.christ associated architects: house S
<p>three separate boxes connected with a channel glass corridor were placed upon the flat cantilevered roof generating roof gardens with diverse atmospheres including a stone-paved courtyard, a meadow with an apple tree and terrace shaded with a magnolia.</p>
christ.christ associated architects: house R
<p>the transparent facade of this residence may be closed with a system of exterior shades providing protection from the sun and creating a soft glow when illuminated at night.</p>
SUWA architects + engineers: 533house
<p>seeking to create a residence which predominantly operates through natural means, the design features an inclined southern facade that lets in sunlight during the colder seasons. </p>
suwa architects: nunchakun
the diagonal shaped roof hides the internal pole structures of the external walls.
tissue housing development in gdynia
redeveloping the traditional neighborhood, the housing estate explores the redistribution of public, semi-public and private spaces. <br /> <br />
mikolai adamus: quarter cultural center for gdansk
<p>urban space is maintained by arranging the interior program around the perimeter of an undeveloped square to form a central courtyard.</p>
igor brozyna: hotel + spa in gdynia
<p>sited alongside a grove of trees, raised volumes and nestled spaces provide a tranquil atmosphere for the center's visitors.</p>
fantastic norway architects: mountain hill cabin
<p>accessible solely by skis during the winter months, this seasonal residence is dedicated to skiing and sledge riding along with outdoor picnics overlooking the mountains.</p>
fantastic norway architects: walking berlin
the walking houses are man-sized models of fantastic norway's latest architectural project: a tourist destination located on the northern west coast of norway.
MA2: two towers in shenzhen, china
<br /> located in the financial district, the proposed towers showcase the possibilities of a glazed facade in two contrasting, yet unified, approaches.
ma2: new taipei city art museum
<p>this building's dynamic exterior is informed by water and air, incorporating aerodynamic qualities which efficiently ventilates gallery spaces.<br /> <br /></p>
laser cut folding ukulele by brian chan
construct this laser-cut bamboo ukulele in less than a day. bring it anywhere to entertain yourself and your friends!
origami by brian chan
the paper world populated by brian chan's origami designs includes people, insects, ships, vegetables, and manga characters.
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2026 Tokyo Design Awards Season #2 deadline: october 15th, 2026 
Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces Edition #3 $ 11,618.00 USD deadline: october 12th, 2026 
L A M P International Lighting Design Competition deadline: october 15th, 2026 
Kinderspace: Architecture for Children's Development competition / Edition #4 $ 11,773.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026 
Indigo Design Award 2027 deadline: september 30th, 2026 
Call for Entries: UX Design Awards - Spring 2027 deadline: november 15th, 2026 
Wege Prize 2027: a Student Design Competition for the Circular Economy deadline: october 4th, 2026 
2026 NY Architectural & Interior Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 
2026 Rome Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 10th, 2026 
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Master’s in Digital Fashion by IED deadline: september 30th, 2026 
Master's in Fashion Creative Direction by IED deadline: september 30th, 2026 
Master’s in Brand Design and Hospitality by IED deadline: september 30th, 2026 
Master’s in Fashion Business by IED deadline: september 30th, 2026 
Master’s in Digital Arts & Creative Technologies by IED deadline: september 30th, 2026 
Material Balance Design. Digital Techniques and Circular Innovations in Architecture at Politecnico di Milano deadline: march 10th, 2026 
Train Your Own Architectural AI-Model by My Archischool deadline: december 31st, 2026 
Sustainable Architectural Design Program by My Archischool deadline: december 31st, 2026 
Master of Arts in Design for Other Species: Transdisciplinary Practices Towards More-than-Human Futures IED Milano deadline: september 30th, 2026 
Master's in Fashion Business Innovation by IED deadline: september 30th, 2026 
