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Hypostyle: Contemporary Interpretations of an Ancient Concept

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Famous examples of the use of this concept are Great Hypostyle Hall (c. 13th and mid-14th centuries), World Heritage Site located in present-day Turkey. In contemporary architecture, it is possible to see different kinds of examples of how this concept is revived.

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Vernacular Elements Applied in Contemporary Housing

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© Syam Sreesylam Vernacular architecture is a complex concept that has different meanings depending on where we are, and it is present in various architectural typologies.

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A New Level of Functional Privacy in Airports: The Rise of Lounges and Work Cabins

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Image Courtesy of Boss Design According to Norman Foster, "as an architect you design for the present, with an awareness of the past." In this sense, present-day architecture, interiors, and furniture have undergone a radical evolution in recent years, driven by a paradigm shift in the conception of space and our interaction with it.

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The winners of the 2021 UIA-HYP Cup International Student Competition have been announced

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In its 10th edition, it is presented by the organizers as the only student architecture competition in mainland China. ” This concept explores the tensions between architecture and the city as well as between architecture and nature in an increasingly interconnected contemporary world.

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Architectural Grafting: A Strategy for Sustainable Design

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Architectural grafting , a concept recently popularized by Jeanne Gang in The Art of Architectural Grafting , presents a transformative approach to urban regeneration and sustainability. The Museo Reina Sofía / Jean Nouvel. Image © Wojtek Gurak via Flickr under CC BY-NC 2.0

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Spaces of Possibility: Unveiling the Installations of Bruges Triennale 2024

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This event promises to transform the streets and historic center of Bruges, Belgium , into a showcase of contemporary art and architectural interventions. Until September 1 st , they are presenting temporary interventions and large-scale installations that seek to reveal the hidden potential of the city, echoing the festival's theme.

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Modern Interiors with a Historical Touch: Figurative Wall Coverings for Scenographic Spaces

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Consequently, it is unsurprising that Greco-Roman classicism remains significant due to its aesthetic timelessness, revitalized throughout different periods, from neoclassicism to contemporary proposals. By blending historical and contemporary references, they provide innovative figurative solutions that craft poetically scenic spaces.

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