the project preserves the historic architecture while introducing modern living spaces and a swimming pool, creating a cohesive blend of past and present.
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marble and stone design (362)
the facade is punctuated by circular and rounded windows inspired by alaïa’s signature perforated motifs.
architecture in luxembourg (24)
the final construction phase of the project is progressing, nearing the completion of one of europe’s largest mass-timber buildings.
designed by ODA architects, the structure covers 47 square meters of usable space, with each printing phase lasting less than 28 hours.
robots (589)
by embedding a sensor‑driven mechanism, phantom chess bridges centuries of analog play with the analytical power of modern chess engines.
connections: +1950
from hyper-personalized AI to advanced robotic mobility, explore cutting-edge student projects at hongik university’s industrial design degree show 2025.
connections: +1560
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
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.
architecture in china (2029)
titled fun palace, the installation combines five looping ball-track systems with five sculptural architectural forms.
connections: +2760
courtyards of varying sizes surround the central house volume, merging living spaces with the urban realm.
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 startup everbloom describes the output as softer than merino, more indulgent than cashmere, and stronger than silk.
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.
masks and face shields (94)
upcycled medical waste and metal sheets form the core materials of the seating components by design py.
the wearable technology can mimic more than 30 facial expressions.
connections: +540
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
architecture in hong kong (112)
at hong kong's central yards, UNS designs a landmark theater with sculptural interiors united by an intricate lattice shell.
connections: +370
eight immersive showcases from paris to seoul redefine hybrid living and cultural synthesis at maison&objet intérieurs hong kong.
connections: +110
architecture in ecuador (123)
natura futura works with locals in ecuador to complete a floating neighborhood of 'las balsas', alongside a broader riverfront restoration.
taller general sensitively designs la mirador to respect the fragile landscape backdropped by ecuador's meadows and volcanoes.
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.
natura futura arquitectura (28)
natura futura works with locals in ecuador to complete a floating neighborhood of 'las balsas', alongside a broader riverfront restoration.
the 100-square-meter structure is led by women and youth, enabling skills training, production, and commercialization under one roof.
floating architecture (208)
designed for research, recreation, and habitation, the system supports human-ocean coexistence.
the pavilion addresses limited beachfront space through a public floating platform.
paper design (248)
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
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.
connections: +620
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