ArchDaily

MARCH 25, 2024

Image © Salva López According to the climatic conditions of each region and its implantation environment, exterior enclosures play a fundamental role in providing the necessary climatization and ventilation conditions to make indoor spaces habitable and comfortable. Read more »

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ArchDaily

MARCH 4, 2024

Cortesia de Vibia Flat and polished surfaces tend to evoke feelings of coldness and sterility, while raw, natural materials can create a sense of warmth and connection. Textures can trigger memories and emotions, connecting us to past experiences and the sense of touch. Read more »

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

What is billed by the team to be the "world's largest climatized reading space" is composed of a glass curtain wall fronted by a forest of sculptural columns resembling ginko trees in a design that harkens the natural landscape to affect an "emotional connection" between people, books, and the environment.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 11, 2024

From compositional, geographic, and environmental elements, facades incorporate a series of gestures that shape the building envelope, serving as the interface between the environment and life inside the building. They generate a positive impact on the built environment by seamlessly incorporating sustainable energy production into buildings.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 2, 2025

The goal is to share these works of architecture with our audience and highlight and promote good practices within contemporary architecture. Read more

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 31, 2023

As traditional custodians of the land, indigenous communities posses a profound understanding of their ecosystems, locally-available materials, cultural norms and social constrains. This knowledge holds insights valuable for shaping contemporary architecture, helping it adapt to both the people and their environments.

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Archinect

JULY 19, 2024

The clients also wanted the project to promote and be aligned with the surrounding environment. The architects honored this through the house’s visual and material harmonization with its surroundings, responsible material sourcing and site adaptation, and energy-saving systems.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Image Courtesy of WoHo Systems Contemporary challenges and technological developments inevitably trigger changes in how we design and build our cities. The traditional construction industry suffers from inefficiencies that render methods slow, expensive, or harmful to the environment. WoHo Factory.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Image Courtesy of Pan Architetti Italy's influence on contemporary design has been profound and captivating, with Italian architecture consistently bridging cultural heritage and innovation, from advancements in construction techniques to the evolution of the neoclassical style. Read more »

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Image Courtesy of Rieder Facades / Ditz Fejer Contemporary architecture evolves in tandem with the materials and construction techniques available in each region. Each material carries its own inherent logic. One City Park in Bradford, England.

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Architizer

JANUARY 3, 2025

The latest edition of Architizer: The Worlds Best Architecture a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe is now available. Constructed with dredged sand from the Hormuz dock, the domes are both economical and rooted in the local environment. Order your copy today.

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Deezen

JUNE 19, 2023

The intention was for a deeper understanding, working on the concept of quality, both in materials and in details." Fibreglass was also used for an external bench "We did a lot of research looking for a 'poor' material that could be ennobled by being used in an innovative way," Studio Wok told Dezeen.

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ArchDaily

JULY 12, 2023

Courtesy of The Splash Lab When designing contemporary restroom solutions, for both residential and various commercial settings such as corporate, commercial, public, and hospitality purposes, different approaches can shape the design strategy.

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Archinect

JULY 19, 2024

The project is composed of two parts: the renovation of a neoclassical building that was never completed because of the outbreak of World War I, and a contemporary addition of equal size that completes the original structure.

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Deezen

JULY 26, 2024

By integrating accessible design elements and linking indoor and outdoor spaces through patios, the project aims to provide a dignified environment for ageing," the team told Dezeen. The rest of the upper plan consists of an open-air terrace with planters along the perimeter.

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Deezen

JULY 28, 2024

The studio looked to borrow from the history of Korean architecture while introducing a contemporary design language that feels appropriate to the urban setting. It is finished with monolithic tiles and granite, achieving a simple and contemporary look without elaborate decorations." The photography is courtesy of Design by 83.

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Deezen

JANUARY 19, 2024

The true motivation was to offer the opinion of our generation to other territories – our right to be a voice in the contemporary architecture discussion," Chybík said. I think we should still care about the beauty, about proportions, about materiality, and those classical aspects of architecture," he added.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

A style expressed by residential architecture scattered along the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea, interpreting elements of classicism in a contemporary way - arches, iconic staircases, rough surfaces and earth colors.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 18, 2024

It is often said that Jacobsen's inspiration was the 1948 Womb chair, designed by his contemporary, architect Eero Saarinen. Jacobsen dared to work with modern materials and was curious about technology and industrial manufacturing, unlike some of his peers who were still focused on the traditional way of making furniture," he told Dezeen.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The Redwood Dining Hall features brick flooring, blue-green tilework and eclectic contemporary furniture Home Studios looked to the iconic site – famed for its modernist style and sensitive land planning – for cues when developing the Lodge at Marconi's 45 guest rooms and suites, which occupy freestanding buildings across the wooded site.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In contemporary architecture, particularly within open-plan designs, the use of columns is not limited to supporting the weight of a structure. Through the manipulation of their size, placement and materiality, columns are employed to define spatial experiences while preserving the openness and fluidity inherent in open-plan designs.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

This prompted a series of eclectic material selections and varying volumes of spaces, borrowing elements from private social clubs and collaborative open office environments. Lighting was used to delineate and create smaller areas within the whole. Many of the industrial ch.

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Architizer

AUGUST 20, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. What was once a practical material is now a medium for artistic expression, capable of infusing spaces with color, texture and personality.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. This initial experiment was more than just a test of material — it was a statement about sustainability and creativity in architecture.

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SW Oregon Architect

JULY 7, 2024

Seeing this rapid cycle of construction/use/demolition, though not unique to my experience, reveals much about our contemporary culture and the broader architectural landscape. The built environment becomes a fleeting snapshot of a moment rather than a lasting record of our evolution.

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Architizer

MARCH 19, 2024

Built out of local materials and relying on local craftsmanship, the continuous flow of the skin around the building produces a series of adjacent semi-open spaces that improve ventilation, reduce heat gain and offer shading against direct sunlight. Architects: Want to have your project featured?

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Architizer

AUGUST 6, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. The photos capture the cozy and welcoming environment of the house, doing a great job of portraying what it would feel like to be there.

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Deezen

JANUARY 7, 2025

Next up in our 21st-Century Architecture: 25 Years 25 Buildings series, we spotlight architect Dibdo Francis Kr 's Gando Primary School in Burkina Faso the "perfect learning environment". Kr 's first project, the primary school was constructed from local materials and aimed to incorporate local climate strategies.

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Archinect

JUNE 17, 2024

Designed to achieve LEED Gold certification and foster an office environment connected with the natural world, 512 West 22nd Street sets new standards of health and productivity in the modern workplace.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Our jury of over 250 experts spans architecture, technology, material science and beyond, reflecting the diversity and innovation celebrated by the expansive A+Awards categories. This year, we’re thrilled to welcome four influential leaders whose work in material innovation and research is reshaping what’s possible in the built environment.

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Architonic

MARCH 3, 2024

</p> <p>The selection of materials, building processes and the symbiotic relationship between the artificial and natural realms are just a few of the factors that directly impact the environment when proposing an architectural intervention. Opting for reuse, local materials and alternative technologie…

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Architizer

DECEMBER 4, 2024

From campuses housed in centuries-old landmarks to striking contemporary structures, France’s higher education institutions reveal how thoughtful design supports the pursuit of knowledge. Through expressive materials, precise techniques and forward-thinking methods, these spaces echo the same dedication to excellence found in their curricula.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Founded in 2008 in Beijing, Vector Architects has distinguished itself by embracing a philosophy of integrating architecture with its environment, prioritizing logic and restraint over grandiosity. Seven years later, the Sugarhouse Hotel has become a seamless part of its environment.

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SW Oregon Architect

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Buildings shape our perceptions and interactions with the environment, providing a tangible and sensory experience of the world. The built environment, from houses and cities to infrastructure and furnishings, contributes to the durability of the common world, providing a relative permanence to human affairs.

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Deezen

APRIL 20, 2024

This led to its colonnaded southern elevation, which draws on classical architecture but is crafted from concrete and brick, offering a more contemporary look. The challenge was how to craft sensitive contemporary design that responds to and enhances this protected landscape without resorting to historic mimicry," he continued. "The

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Deezen

APRIL 11, 2024

Scavolini aimed to blend both retro-style details as well as contemporary motifs, emphasising wooden finishes that create a homely, familiar environment. The system can be applied to kitchens as well as living spaces, to provide a continuous aesthetic theme throughout various spaces in the home.

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Architonic

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

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