ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Image © Ralph Feiner Although they are an integral and necessary space in residential architecture, the wide variety of design opportunities for bathrooms has often remained overlooked in favor of practicality. Refuge Lieptgas / Georg Nickisch + Selina Walder.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 7, 2024

Image © Hufton+Crow Contemporary cityscapes vary greatly from their early precedents, hosting urban life in sprawling interior spaces like mega-hotels, shopping malls, and transportation hubs. World Trade Center Transportation Hub / Santiago Calatrava.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 21, 2024

Depending on their scales, sizes, and proportions, these elevated spaces allow for the optimization of interior environments in apartments that, in some cases, lack sufficient square footage to perform these types of functions at ground level and have a certain height to accommodate them.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

ZGF Architects has announced plans for an expansion of the Miller Institute for Contemporary Art at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh. As part of the design, the soon-to-be-renamed Institute for Contemporary Art Pittsburgh will increase in size by three times its current operating capacity.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Image Courtesy of SEU-ARCH Zhou Qi Studio Sports infrastructure has become an important aspect of contemporary life, addressing the growing need for physical activity and leisure spaces to offset the stresses of urban living. Natatorium of Southeast University / SEU-ARCH Zhou Qi Studio. Read more »

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ArchDaily

AUGUST 22, 2024

Image © Henry Plummer In an increasingly diverse world, the emergence of multi-faith spaces represents a significant shift in architectural design, reflecting the evolving religious landscape of contemporary society. Männistö Church, Kuopio, Finland by Juha Leiviskä. Read more »

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ArchDaily

AUGUST 27, 2024

A prominent trend in contemporary airport design is the use of curved forms to create fluid, dynamic spaces that enhance both functionality and visual impact.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 17, 2023

It was common for each use to be separated into its own room, making enclosed, rigid spaces the standard norm for architects to follow. That is, of course, until new living and working patterns blurred these boundaries to respond to contemporary trends. Read more »

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ArchDaily

MARCH 28, 2024

Cortesia de Western Window Systems The desire for fluid integration between spaces has become increasingly relevant in contemporary architecture. This reflects a search for more connected and harmonious living experiences, especially in urban environments, where the cityscape can saturate us.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Dutch studio OKRA landschapsarchitecten has been announced as the winner of the 11th edition of the European Prize for Urban Public Space in a ceremony conducted at the Center of Contemporary Culture of Barcelona (CCCB) on Tuesday.

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ArchDaily

AUGUST 27, 2024

The increase in city density has directly impacted the availability of space for developing new and independent constructions, sparking debates about what stance to take toward built heritage that has become obsolete—either due to deterioration or because it no longer meets the functional needs of the contemporary population.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

cities reek of traffic congestion and pollution, social inequality and gentrification , a loss of community and cultural spaces , and a lack of usable open space. But on another level, the critique against modern design finds even more purchase on the larger scale: the city. Modern U.S. Read more »

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Explore the implications of elevated public spaces on urban environments, balancing privacy and community interaction in contemporary architecture.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

With its ability to add texture and visual allure to various design styles, it has been a popular cladding choice for bedrooms, kitchens and living spaces in recent decades. Read more »

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ArchDaily

APRIL 29, 2024

Image Courtesy of Visit Bruges | © Jan Darthet The fourth edition of the Bruges Triennial: Spaces of Possibility , curated by Shendy Gardin and Sevie Tsampalla, will be held from Saturday 13 April to Sunday 1 September 2024. The 12 selected artists and architects have been prompted to challenge the existing spaces within Bruges.

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ArchDaily

MAY 14, 2024

Image © Chromasonic Step into the realm where the minimalism of the 1960s Light and Space movement intertwines with contemporary high-tech algorithms and sensors. Satellite One, 2021. Venice Beach, Los Angeles / USA.

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Archinect

JULY 10, 2024

The international jury of the European Prize for Urban Public Space has chosen ten finalists who will compete for the prize's 12th edition. Most correspond to medium-sized cities, showing that sensibility and attempts to promote quality public spaces exist throughout European territory beyond big cities.

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ArchDaily

MAY 30, 2023

Image © Ketsiree Wongwan While the kitchen is a ubiquitous part of almost every home—and, in many cases, is considered symbolic of domestic living entirely—it can also take up precious space, produce visual clutter, and detract from the minimalist aesthetic of an otherwise sleek, modern home.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Image Cortesía de Andrés Cedillo Integrating contemporary art with the landscape in a dialogue between human creation and the natural environment, the Sculpture Space of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) represents one of the most important public artworks in Latin America.

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ArchDaily

MAY 15, 2024

Understanding the benefits and qualities of materials such as color or texture influences the final experience of those who inhabit, walkthrough, or visit spaces. Therefore, understanding their technical, constructive, aesthetic, and functional properties should be part of the design process from the beginning. Read more »

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Nestled on the banks of the Rhine River, the city unfolds its architectural narrative through the interplay between historical landmarks, and contemporary interventions. In the old town, the medieval Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the tallest cathedral in the world, dominates the skyline. Read more »

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Nestled in a dense Riga neighborhood, this 240sqm (2600 sqft) family home is a quiet manifesto of contemporary Baltic architecture — a place where. Completed in 2023 in Rīga, Latvia. Images by Ingus Bajārs.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 12, 2024

Jane Jacobs uses this expression to refer to people who - consciously or unconsciously - use public spaces or observe them from their homes, generating natural surveillance.

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ArchDaily

JULY 10, 2024

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa / Heatherwick Studio / Heatherwick Studio. © Iwan Baan Silos hold a significant place among the remnants of the industrial era , distinguished by both their technological innovations and their iconic presence in urban landscapes.

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Archinect

APRIL 25, 2023

Woburn Public Library in Woburn, MA CBT Project excerpt : "Adding an additional 30,500 square feet to the historic Woburn, Massachusetts, public library, this simple but elegant contemporary expansion enhances rather than competes with the original design. Designed by Henry Hobson Richardson in 1876.

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Archinect

APRIL 25, 2023

Ukrainian firm MAKHNO Studio has designed a contemporary hotel in the breathtaking natural setting of the Carpathian Mountains. A colossal hall dominates the space, adding an element of grandeur to the overall design. The firm likens the hotel to a liner in the sky.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Twenty-first century white cube galleries have been incorporated into the original structure, increasing the exhibition space by 40%. The firm revived the original colors, materials, and routing of the historic space. Take a look at interior shots of the new gallery spaces below.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

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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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 6, 2023

It’s no surprise then that modern office settings embrace meeting rooms as designated spaces for collaborative ideation and decision-making. But not in the way many might imagine.

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Archinect

JULY 18, 2024

The Times reports more than half (650,000 square feet) of its rentable spaces are now vacant. The recent bankruptcy of the former company, Signa, has prompted questions about its future. The building's plight resembles slightly that of the Flatiron Building , which was finally sold to a local residential developer late last year.

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ArchDaily

JULY 13, 2023

The marble tiles in the pavilion are iconic elements, symbolizing the architect's commitment to quality materials, craftsmanship, and the creation of spaces that inspire and transcend time. Read more »

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ArchDaily

JULY 17, 2023

Image: © Renato Navarro Biophilia, or love for life and nature, inspires architects around the world to create spaces that deeply connect with natural elements. These architectural projects seek to reintroduce nature into built environments, resulting in spaces that promote well-being, health, inspiration, and even productivity.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

During the 1960s and 1970s, many of the old districts in Doha have been demolished to make space for new developments, while a number of schemes have been deployed to advocate for the preservation of the city’s cultural and architectural heritage.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Courtesy of onix The evolution of new technologies, innovative applications, and a shift towards sustainable solutions are central to contemporary hotel architecture. These developments aim to raise awareness about environmental care while enhancing indoor comfort and well-being.

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ArchDaily

JULY 13, 2023

Time Space Existence 2023, Palazzo Mora. Image © Federico Vespignani The European Cultural Centre (ECC), a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering cultural exchanges on an international scale, showcased its sixth edition of the Time Space Existence architecture exhibition alongside this year's Venice Architecture Biennale.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Image © Stephen Bridger via Shutterstock Our contemporary society has been witnessing a surge in skyscraper construction in urban centers worldwide for various reasons—including engineering advancements, increased urban density , space constraints, and, arguably, a competitive drive for building the tallest structures.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Her story, imbued with emotion, is woven into the very fabric of the space." Wrapping the central space, the cylindrical wall of the chapel was created using CNC-cut wooden elements, chosen to create a modern contrast to the hand-carved columns. It is punctured by a five-metre-high entrance door. The photography is by Ondřej Bouška.

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