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Hypostyle: Contemporary Interpretations of an Ancient Concept

ArchDaily

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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Moshe Safdie: Utopian Ideals vs. Contemporary Practice

SW Oregon Architect

All three are historically rich, presenting ample and fascinating evidence of their beginnings as French or British colonial settlements. Moshe Safdie’s architectural career presents a fascinating blend of utopian ambition, humanistic principles, and the inevitable compromises that arise from large-scale projects in a globalized world.

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Vernacular Elements Applied in Contemporary Housing

ArchDaily

© 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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Architectural Grafting: A Strategy for Sustainable Design

ArchDaily

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

ArchDaily

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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OCCA Design – creating a dialogue in hotel design between past and present

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs OCCA Design – creating a dialogue in hotel design between past and present OCCA Design – creating a dialogue in hotel design between past and present As boutique hotels grow in popularity, developers are turning away from generic structures and embracing character-rich spaces with authentic stories.

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

ArchDaily

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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