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Renzo Piano’s Istanbul Modern museum opens in Turkey

Archinect

The first dedicated museum of modern and contemporary art in Turkish history is finally opening its doors this week following the completion of the Renzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW) -designed Istanbul Modern in the country’s most populous city. billion Galataport development beyond.

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Elevating Contemporary Exhibition Design with Sliding Glass Panel Systems

ArchDaily

A stark but meticulous –and above all modern – presentation is the goal of the museum curator. Courtesy of Zone Display Cases Some of the most memorable and moving exhibitions are the ones that simplify their staging, illuminating objects and narratives while pulling focus from everything else.

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Architectural Details of the Bauhaus Movement: Revisiting the Glass Corners and Tubular Steel Construction

ArchDaily

Image © Cinematographer via Shutterstock Bauhaus's designs have influenced our contemporary society in obvious and subtle ways. While most can readily identify modern or Bauhaus buildings by their geometric forms, functionality, and industrial materials, their architectural details are often overlooked. Read more »

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15 Projects in India Using Traditional Jali Wall Facades: Solution to Control Light, Temperature and Ventilation

ArchDaily

By expanding and increasing the use of glass in contemporary building facades , we can increase natural light. However, to combine these wall-to-wall glazed surfaces with ventilation and temperature control, high-powered technical solutions are often required.

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30 Japanese Homes that Use Metal for Interior Accents

ArchDaily

Image © Yusuke Fujioka Contemporary Japanese interiors incorporate elements both of tradition and modernity to embody the country's innovative spirit while maintaining a profound respect for its history and cultural heritage. The Renovation of Kuzuha House / Yasutaka Kondo + Yoshiaki Nagasaka + Mamoru Nanba. Read more »

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How to Modernize Your Home the Right Way: A Residential Architect’s Perspective

Aric Gitomer Architect

A modern home is today’s top trend when it comes to interiors. Changing consumer behavior is guiding residential architects toward uplifting and modernizing their designs. If you are preparing to sell or just in the mood for a change, residential architects could instantly add a contemporary feel to your home. Add New Lighting.

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Flush-to-Wall: Transforming Doors into Architectural Chameleons

ArchDaily

Courtesy of ECLISSE Creating an unbroken line between floor and ceiling is one of the most elegant ways to manipulate the spatial qualities of a contemporary interior. Floor-to-ceiling glass is a recurrent motif in the modern high-rise home, offering views out to some of the most spectacular skylines in the world.