a roofed porch traces a perfect square, enclosing a 15 × 15 meter courtyard framed by a colonnade.
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residential architecture and interiors (4664)
the design is inspired by the geometry and structure of a voluminous tent.
benjamin garcia saxe / studio saxe (25)
studio saxe designs its 'villa nuri,' to reflect the client’s interest in honoring local culture and the frequent presence of wildlife.
casa solai is a hilltop residence by studio saxe in santa teresa, costa rica, featuring floating timber pavilions and bamboo louvers.
pools (136)
the space is divided into five learning zones to accommodate varied teaching styles and group sizes.
rotating wooden doors modulate openness and privacy throughout the inner ring and pool area.
interactive installation (508)
the abstracted landscape is formed through organic structures, referencing the mythical garden of eden.
calibrated to complete a full rotation every two minutes, the work takes a familiar fairground structure and transforms it into a sculptural environment.
connections: +1310
sculpture (497)
designboom discusses with the designer his early years on construction sites and his recent immersion in clay.
connections: +850
mist and mirrored surfaces frame an infinite column of illumination.
architecture in italy (645)
restored in the late 20th century, palazzo pisani moretta still preserves original furnishings and artworks.
connections: +1490
zaha hadid architects' malpensa hospital will shape a medical campus surrounded by a landscape of forests in lombardy, italy.
connections: +1190
marble and stone design (362)
the project preserves the historic architecture while introducing modern living spaces and a swimming pool, creating a cohesive blend of past and present.
the facade is punctuated by circular and rounded windows inspired by alaïa’s signature perforated motifs.
lighting design (548)
limited to 100 units and releasing in late january 2026, the piece explores material perception, scale, and the cultural intimacy of japanese paper.
connections: +860
parisian designer laura gonzalez opens 'landscapes' at her gallery in new york to present a dialogue with french artist fabien conti.
connections: +1390
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.
recycling (454)
the current sample builds on the team’s previous research of the same topic, but this time, the version moves closer to manufacturing.
connections: +600
the idea by the content creator colin furze tests whether or not suspension can exist without contact using magnetism.
connections: +1090
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.
connections: +510
a way to let people learn and practice electronics, the magnetic device brings prototyping, coding, and testing into a single system behind the phones.
connections: +330
architecture in the netherlands (394)
exterior colors echo the earthy tones of the surrounding landscape.
each block's unique combination of fenestration and color references different landmarks across rotterdam.
museums and galleries (844)
lina ghotmeh leads a phased expansion of mathaf: arab museum of modern art in doha that reshapes the campus for research and making.
the project restores aspects of the original structure and introduces new spaces that align the museum with current international standards.
aluminum architecture and design (130)
a concept idea, the dish works as a non-electric warmer for employees who want their coffee or tea to stay hot as they work.
connections: +180
by pumping air into the light piece, users reveal the fragile tension between rigid aluminum frames and inflating membranes.
street furniture (106)
the pieces work collectively to establish a visual cadence along the street, transforming moments of rest into encounters with form and color.
the yellow finish creates a visual link between the bench and its surroundings.
glass art and design (214)
reflections shift across the steel surfaces as sunlight and weather change.
named AWT bar, the installative social space constructs an open environment that can appear from how a material reacts to light and movement.
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