Contemporary, Renovation and Restoration

Edoardo Tresoldi's installation 'Monumento' opens the Chipperfield-restored Procuratie Vecchie with a timely message on fragility

Archinect

APRIL 14, 2022

Titled ‘Monumento’ and taking as its backdrop the 16th-century monumental staircase restored by David Chipperfield Architects as part of its five-year renovation project, the installation presents a subversion of the traditional thinking and rhetoric that surrounds monuments worldwide.

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Glazed extensions flank Montreal’s historic Maisonneuve Library following major EVOQ renovation

Archinect

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Montreal’s Maisonneuve Library has reopened to the public following a major restoration and expansion of the historic building. Image credit: Adrien Williams Image credit: Adrien Williams At the center of the project is the original 1912 building, which was rehabilitated to restore its “original splendor.

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Peek inside the slick new gallery spaces at the reopened Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp

Archinect

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Following a major 11-year-long, $96 million restoration led by Rotterdam-based firm KAAN Architecten , the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp (KMSKA) finally reopened in Belgium. Twenty-first century white cube galleries have been incorporated into the original structure, increasing the exhibition space by 40%.

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The top 10 building renovations of 2024

Deezen

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Renovations and adaptive reuse continue to be key trends in contemporary architecture. Home to the world's largest collection of contemporary Nordic art, the museum occupies a huge former grain silo building. The building is located in the northern Czech city of Ostrava and boasts six rotating concrete walls.

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Notre Dame Cathedral completes spire reconstruction ahead of 2024 reopening

Archinect

DECEMBER 11, 2023

France had previously reversed plans for the restoration’s completion before the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games prior to the death of project overseer General Jean-Louis Georgelin in August. Both outstanding elements are expected to be added later, along with contemporary stained glass windows.

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Renovation, Restoration, & Adaptive Reuse 2024

Architectural Record

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

RECORD explores recent works by architects who restore, reclad, and reuse existing buildings to accomodate contemporary context, expanded capacity, or reimagined function.

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Quinn Evans completes restoration of historic Detroit train station for Ford offices

Deezen

JUNE 6, 2024

US architecture studio Quinn Evans has completed the restoration of Detroit's Michigan Central Station as part of a wider local development by American automotive brand Ford. Quinn Evans has completed a six-year renovation of a Detroit train station. Quinn Evans has completed a six-year renovation of a Detroit train station.

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SOM completes restoration of New York's historic Lever House

Deezen

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

US-based architecture studio SOM has completed a restoration of the Lever House seventy years after the studio originally designed the historic New York City office building. This renovation reactivates Lever House for the 21st century," said SOM partner Chris Cooper.

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Coppin Dockray turns mid-century Hampstead House into contemporary family home

Deezen

MARCH 29, 2023

A mid-century house originally designed by British architect Trevor Dannatt has undergone a sensitive restoration by architecture studio Coppin Dockray in north London. Hampstead House is the latest in a series of architecturally significant modernist houses that it has had a hand in restoring to their former glory. "We

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Fabien Baron Residence by JG Neukomm Architecture

Archinect

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Located in the heart of New York’s West Village, this extensive renovation for famed creative director Fabien Baron (editorial director of Interview Magazine, and founder of Baron and Baron) presented the challenge of integrating a modern, minimalist design within a historical townhouse.

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Eight renovated mid-century homes that marry period and contemporary details

Deezen

AUGUST 27, 2023

From a modernist villa in Beverly Hills to a flat in one of Brasília's iconic Superquadra apartment blocks, the mid-century renovations in this lookbook are a masterclass in updating a period home while retaining its distinctive character. This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive.

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House in Amagansett by 1100 Architect

Archinect

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The design preserves an existing cottage, built in 1973, reconfiguring the existing three-bedroom, three-bathroom house to allow for a more contemporary layout and introducing a discreet addition. The architects restored the significant design elements of the original home, including the siding, wraparound fence, deck, and skylights.

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Nine contemporary homes where ruins reveal layers of the past

Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2024

Photo by Tamás Bujnovszky Nickzy Apartment, Hungary, by Béres Architects Carefully preserved stone walls are featured in this Hungarian guesthouse renovation by local studio Béres Architects. The post Nine contemporary homes where ruins reveal layers of the past appeared first on Dezeen.

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Will Gamble Architects adds "unashamedly contemporary" extension to English farmhouse

Deezen

DECEMBER 26, 2024

British studio Will Gamble Architects has completed Flint Farm, a glass-lined extension to a farmhouse in North Hertfordshire that links to a renovated black barn. A contemporary picture window has also been added to frame a view of the garden. The photography is by Johan Dehlin.

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Kauh restores historic Spanish park to be a "palimpsest of its evolution"

Deezen

APRIL 8, 2024

Spanish architecture practice Kauh has completed the renovation of La Hoya Park in the historical centre of Almería, restoring a series of stepped, dry stone terraces on the site of a 13th-century town. For the planting, protected species found on the site were maintained and accompanied by new fruit and mulberry trees.

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Post Company restores hotel known as birthplace of Apple's Macintosh computer

Deezen

APRIL 6, 2024

The moody lobby of La Playa Hotel features dark coffered ceilings and textured plaster walls It was taken over in 2012 by Marc & Rose Hospitality – which also operates the recently overhauled High Country Motor Lodge in Flagstaff, Arizona – and reopened in October 2023 following a long renovation process. "As

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Ten contemporary living rooms in Georgian and Victorian homes

Deezen

OCTOBER 30, 2022

In this lookbook , we collect 10 living rooms in Victorian and Georgian-era homes that carefully balance contemporary style with original features. The sitting room in this Victorian house in east London, renovated and extended by DGN Studio , has been kept light and airy with a minimalist interior design. Photo is by Nick Dearden.

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Hauvette & Madani restores Haussmann-era Paris apartment to its "former glory"

Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Located in the city's historic Triangle d'Or, the dwelling previously featured minimalist marble surfaces and gilding leftover from a recent renovation. We carried out meticulous research to find the right motifs and decorations to restore the place to its former glory and Haussmannian charm," she told Dezeen.

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Architects’ Guide: What’s the Difference Between Adaptive Reuse and Renovation?

Architizer

APRIL 2, 2024

Subscribe to our Awards Newsletter to receive updates about Public Voting, and stay tuned for winners announcements later this spring. Folks, today I’m here to tell you that “adaptive reuse” and “renovation” are not interchangeable terms and the apparent confusion (or conflation) between the two matters.

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Heryco blends "history and modernity" in renovation of pink apartment block

Deezen

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Local studio Heryco has completed a renovation of a pink apartment building with arches influenced by the form of aqueducts in the city of Querétaro, México. The renovation gave new life to an existing building while preserving its historical details while adding accomodations in a reclaimed space.

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720 Cahuenga by ShubinDonaldson

Archinect

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Nestled between Hollywood and Larchmont, the newly renovated campus of three adjoining warehouses is positioned in one of the hottest areas in Los Angeles. Suspended bell-shaped light fixtures at the entry give a nod to Jules Verne; while a Jean-Louis chandelier over the kitchen restores the spaces’ contemporary feel.

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Three Lovingly Restored Farmhouses in the British Countryside Go to Market for £2.3M

Dwell

JULY 29, 2024

Set just seven miles from the coast, the compound pairs pastoral grounds with contemporary interiors by Feilden Fowles. Location : Pancrasweek, Devon, England Price : £2,250,000 (approximately $2,895,986 USD) Renovation Architect : Feilden Fowles Footprint : 2,578 square feet (four bedrooms, three baths) Lot Size : 1.5

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white dynamic ring loggias envelop the restored torre antonini in milan

designboom

MAY 14, 2023

studio marco piva's innovative and contemporary green spaces extend fluidly over the entire height of the tower. The post white dynamic ring loggias envelop the restored torre antonini in milan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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thatched brick ‘nieby crofters cottage’ transformed with modern glass renovation

designboom

OCTOBER 19, 2022

a contemporary glass volume is nestled beneath the restored thatched roof. The post thatched brick ‘nieby crofters cottage’ transformed with modern glass renovation appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ten Spanish apartment renovations characterised by eclectic tiles

Deezen

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

For our latest lookbook , we have collected 10 apartments in Spain that have been brought to life using decorative tiles , from preserved 20th-century features to speckled contemporary terrazzo grout. This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive.

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Byró Architekti "blurs old and new" at renovated House in Kutná Hora

Deezen

MARCH 2, 2024

Prague studio Byró Architekti has renovated a 19th-century house in the Czech town of Kutná Hora, adding unexpected openings and colourful joinery that create a playful contrast with the original interior. The post Byró Architekti "blurs old and new" at renovated House in Kutná Hora appeared first on Dezeen.

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Electric Bowery renovates Big Sur house overlooking California's coastline

Deezen

JUNE 23, 2024

The co-founder of California studio Electric Bowery has renovated a redwood-clad house in Big Sur for her family, preserving its iconic features and adding custom furniture. Also as part of the scope, a trailer on the property was restored and renovated for use as additional guest accommodation and an office for remote work.

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Schaum/Shieh Architects draws on original warehouse design for Marfa art gallery renovation

Deezen

MAY 3, 2022

American studio Schaum/Shieh Architects has restored the John Chamberlain building, an art gallery in a former warehouse in Marfa , using local, traditional building techniques. The gallery is part of the Chianti Foundation, a contemporary art museum in Marfa created by artist Donald Judd. The facade of the 23,000-square-feet (2136.7

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Renovation Redefined: How Neri&Hu Rewrites the Rules of Adaptive Reuse

Architizer

SEPTEMBER 18, 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. Neri&Hu is a practice that reimagines architectural reuse and renovations. Order your copy today.

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Studio Schicketanz renovates Henry Hill's mid-century house on the California coast

Deezen

JANUARY 4, 2023

Studio Schicketanz has completed a renovation of the former seaside home of modernist architect Henry Hill. Studio Schicketanz renovated modernist architect Henry Hill's home in California. The studio renovated the finishes and restored some of the original layouts. The team used vintage photography to restore the spaces.

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Atak Architekti creates Liberec library by restoring and extending a former rectory

Deezen

MARCH 1, 2023

Atak Architekti restored and extended a former rectory Looking to maintain the character of the existing building, its deep foundations were used to carve out a semi-recessed basement level, housing reading rooms and spaces to be used by local clubs. Photography is by Tomáš Souček.

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chatillon architectes completes renovation of historic municipal baths in strasbourg

designboom

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

the project restores and upgrades the existing building, adding new contemporary elements to it without sacrificing its original charm. The post chatillon architectes completes renovation of historic municipal baths in strasbourg appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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An Artful Restoration Returns a Louisville Home to Its Midcentury Roots

Dwell

JANUARY 11, 2023

John Brooks and Erik Eaker called on architecture firm Rock Paper Hammer to restore a 1953 ranch home in Louisville, Kentucky, to its modernist roots. A Photon chandelier by Tech Lighting hangs in the entryway, surrounded by John and Erik’s contemporary art collection.

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Old Stones, New Buildings: 7 Iberian Residential Renovations Keeping the Mediterranean Spirit Alive

Architizer

MAY 17, 2024

This collection highlights seven incredible renovations from Spain and Portugal that blend the old and new, keeping historic elements intact while adapting them for modern living. The result is a unique dwelling complex that draws from its Mediterranean roots, while upholding contemporary living standards and sustainability parameters.

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Eero Saarinen's Black Rock skyscraper refurbished in New York

Deezen

APRIL 30, 2024

The first and only skyscraper designed by Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen in New York City has undergone a renovation by Vocon Architects and MdeAS Architects to help it "meet the expectations of today". The architectural team completely renovated two lobbies on the ground floor, including a revamp of the finishes and the elevators.

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Japanese ryokans inform OWIU's renovation of Duane House in LA

Deezen

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

OWIU's renovation of the mid-century home involved incorporating several Japanese design elements The property was sold to OWIU principals Joel Wong and Amanda Gunawan by de Meuron's son, and the duo set about restoring the building while tailoring elements to their tastes. The photography is by Justin Chung.

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Paolo Cossu Architects renovates London terrace to be "like a blank canvas"

Deezen

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Named Nelson Terrace, the renovation and extension in the Colebrook Row conservation area of Islington showcases the contemporary art and furniture collection of its client. We removed all the new partitions and we tried to restore what was left. We didn't touch the staircase. The staircase was covered and we exposed it."

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HOK and PAU unveil latest designs for Penn Station renovation

Deezen

JUNE 28, 2023

American architecture studios HOK and Practice for Architecture and Urbanism have released images of renewed plans to renovate Manhattan 's historic Penn Station after years of delays. The post HOK and PAU unveil latest designs for Penn Station renovation appeared first on Dezeen.

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Studio Acht adds "strict yet delicate" additions to historic Czech provostry

Deezen

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Czech practice Studio Acht has renovated the 19th-century provostry at St Vitus Cathedral in Prague , combining careful restoration with modern interventions. The western extension overlooks the courtyard through a large ribbon window, and the eastern extension through a row of tall, narrow windows. The photography is by Tomas Slavik.

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Diller Scofidio + Renfro set to restore Frank Lloyd Wright theatre in Dallas

Deezen

DECEMBER 15, 2022

New York architecture studio Diller Scofidio + Renfro has been selected to renovate the Kalita Humphreys Theater in Dallas , Texas, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The plans also include the renovation of the grounds surrounding the theatre. The project will restore the green area around the theatre.

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The latest chapter in the Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina renovation

Hotel Designs

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Starting with just 13 guestrooms and suites, the combination of classic elements with contemporary accents now creates a uniquely inviting atmosphere. In 2019, the design studio built the Fumoir, renovated the Salon Julier and introduced new colour harmonies: a black and white theme complemented by taupe and blue tones.

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Merk X references nature for renovation and extension of Amsterdam's Groote Museum

Deezen

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Dutch studio Merk X has renovated the 19th-century Groote Museum at Amsterdam Zoo, combining the reinstatement of its original features with the addition of a new basement and contemporary accents informed by natural forms. Merk X renovated Amsterdam's Groote Museum. It restored the building's original features.

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PUPA revitalizes historic red-brick manor in lithuania as contemporary art center

designboom

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

the original details of the homestead, a protected heritage site, were restored and a modern extension was built to harmonize with the city park. The post PUPA revitalizes historic red-brick manor in lithuania as contemporary art center appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Mikhail Riches restores "original beauty" of brutalist Park Hill estate in Sheffield

Deezen

DECEMBER 15, 2022

London architecture studio Mikhail Riches has created 195 contemporary homes within four flanks of the brutalist Grade II*-listed building while preserving as much of the original fabric as possible. Following years of decline, property developer Urban Splash won a contract to renovate it in 2004. The photography is by Tim Crocker.

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Edoardo Tresoldi's installation 'Monumento' opens the Chipperfield-restored Procuratie Vecchie with a timely message on fragility

Glazed extensions flank Montreal’s historic Maisonneuve Library following major EVOQ renovation

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Quinn Evans completes restoration of historic Detroit train station for Ford offices

SOM completes restoration of New York's historic Lever House

Coppin Dockray turns mid-century Hampstead House into contemporary family home

Fabien Baron Residence by JG Neukomm Architecture

Eight renovated mid-century homes that marry period and contemporary details

House in Amagansett by 1100 Architect

Nine contemporary homes where ruins reveal layers of the past

Will Gamble Architects adds "unashamedly contemporary" extension to English farmhouse

Kauh restores historic Spanish park to be a "palimpsest of its evolution"

Post Company restores hotel known as birthplace of Apple's Macintosh computer

Ten contemporary living rooms in Georgian and Victorian homes

Hauvette & Madani restores Haussmann-era Paris apartment to its "former glory"

Architects’ Guide: What’s the Difference Between Adaptive Reuse and Renovation?

Heryco blends "history and modernity" in renovation of pink apartment block

720 Cahuenga by ShubinDonaldson

Three Lovingly Restored Farmhouses in the British Countryside Go to Market for £2.3M

white dynamic ring loggias envelop the restored torre antonini in milan

thatched brick ‘nieby crofters cottage’ transformed with modern glass renovation

Ten Spanish apartment renovations characterised by eclectic tiles

Byró Architekti "blurs old and new" at renovated House in Kutná Hora

Electric Bowery renovates Big Sur house overlooking California's coastline

Schaum/Shieh Architects draws on original warehouse design for Marfa art gallery renovation

Renovation Redefined: How Neri&Hu Rewrites the Rules of Adaptive Reuse

Studio Schicketanz renovates Henry Hill's mid-century house on the California coast

Atak Architekti creates Liberec library by restoring and extending a former rectory

chatillon architectes completes renovation of historic municipal baths in strasbourg

An Artful Restoration Returns a Louisville Home to Its Midcentury Roots

Old Stones, New Buildings: 7 Iberian Residential Renovations Keeping the Mediterranean Spirit Alive

Eero Saarinen's Black Rock skyscraper refurbished in New York

Japanese ryokans inform OWIU's renovation of Duane House in LA

Paolo Cossu Architects renovates London terrace to be "like a blank canvas"

HOK and PAU unveil latest designs for Penn Station renovation

Studio Acht adds "strict yet delicate" additions to historic Czech provostry

Diller Scofidio + Renfro set to restore Frank Lloyd Wright theatre in Dallas

The latest chapter in the Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina renovation

Merk X references nature for renovation and extension of Amsterdam's Groote Museum

PUPA revitalizes historic red-brick manor in lithuania as contemporary art center

Mikhail Riches restores "original beauty" of brutalist Park Hill estate in Sheffield

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