Dwell

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The new disaster response initiative aims to support property owners, local organizations, and agencies in getting the documentation, condition assessments, resources, and guidance necessary to recover significant buildings damaged by natural disasters and adapt them for longer-term resilience. The question isn’t, can we rebuild these?

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Deezen

DECEMBER 1, 2024

The brief for the four-bedroom, five-bathroom property in Studio City "was to design a home using all natural materials", according to Diaz, who has developed several single-family homes across the city. The post Rob Diaz uses all natural materials to build house in Los Angeles appeared first on Dezeen.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This redesigned Sentry Bridge maintains a connection to the original arch structure while offering a modern, lightweight aesthetic. Set to replace a 1908 concrete arch bridge, the new structure reflects over a century of pedestrian infrastructure, from tunnels to lookouts, along the popular Gorge Trail. Image credit: schl.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The shape naturally directs the weight downwards to the base, meaning no need for buttressing. Part of the brilliance of the Nubian vault lies in its natural response to the harsh desert climate. The post The Nubian Vault: Applying Old Construction Techniques to Modern Building Problems appeared first on Journal.

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ArchDaily

AUGUST 27, 2024

© Hufton + Crow | Beijing Daxing International Airport / Zaha Hadid Architects Modern airports have increasingly become symbols of architectural innovation, moving beyond their primary function as transportation hubs to become significant landmarks. Read more »

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 18, 2024

© Agostino Osio and Alberto Moncada, courtesy OMA and Prada For the Fall/Winter Prada 2024 menswear show, AMO has designed a space that draws inspiration from two contrasting elements of modern life: office interiors and the natural landscape. Read more »

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Natural light is an essential design element that profoundly impacts a home’s aesthetics, energy efficiency, and livability. The Importance of Natural Light in Residential Design Understanding the value of natural light in a home extends beyond simply creating bright spaces.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Some examples of construction with this material could be the classic "Maison de Verre" by Pierre Chareau and Bernard Bijvoet in Paris or the more modern take of Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP with the Optical Glasshouse in Japan. In recent years, glass bricks are becoming increasingly popular , no longer relegated to older aesthetics.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 8, 2024

This includes sustainable energy concepts, support for regional producers, and the use of natural materials in the entire resort. In the three villas, the W2 Manufaktur studio and architect Ulrich Stöckl have curated interiors that blend rustic Alpine style with modern luxury, featuring products from Dornbracht.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The new, 15-story glass commercial space was constructed inside the building’s old brick masonry shell, offering tenants 460,000 square feet of Class A office space enhanced by carefully-inserted biophilic elements and marked by the firm’s attenuation to ascendant health and wellness considerations typical in modern workplace design.

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Architizer

MARCH 5, 2025

Its delicate framework, combined with glass walls, creates a sense of openness, reconnecting visitors with the citys natural and historical landscape. CNC technology allowed for extreme precision, transforming a complex concept into a tangible, functional interior that feels both intricate and natural.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 20, 2025

Sought as a symbol of modernity, buildings designed by "starchitects" elevated the image of nations. Is this a natural result of globalization or is the continued presence of international architects in the Global South a persistent dependency?

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Deezen

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Design studio Simplicity used a palette of natural materials including wood, stone and tatami to evoke the look and feel of a traditional Japanese inn when creating the ryokan floor of the Four Seasons Hotel in Osaka. The circular shape of the chairs also allows for sitting cross-legged. The photography is by Ken Seet.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 30, 2024

They may be aware, too, that the thriving modern city they live and work in may one day suffer the same fate. To mark Halloween 2024, we explore ten such cities that, while once filled with the soul of human activity, have since been left to decay and gently return to nature.

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Archinect

JUNE 24, 2024

Lindal says each has been "updated for modern living," offering clients customization on top of the experience of being "liberated" (as Wright liked to imagine) by their unique combination of openness, light, and an organic relationship to nature. Crystal Springs' (inspired by Bachman-Wilson home design). Mirror Lake' (inspired by.

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Archinect

JANUARY 2, 2025

Every corner of the space is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of a modern workforce, balancing aesthetics with practicality. The integration of greenery and natural light through. The open-plan layout promotes fluid communication and flexibility while offering ergonomic solutions to enhance comfort for the team.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Collective' with a "physical manifestation of the intersection of dreams and reality through inspirations of nature and technology; showing how design can reconcile the complex demands of modern urban infrastructure with a commitment to sustainability." Artificial.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 27, 2025

Image Nicholas Snyder Mid-century modernism, celebrated for its simplicity, functionality, and direct connection with nature, is often associated with urban and suburban environments. Light Path Residence / Bohlin Cywinski Jackson. However, its principles found fertile ground in the rural landscapes of the United States East Coast.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 4, 2024

Courtesy of Cbdesign Furniture made from natural materials is widely valued for its beauty and texture, especially when it comes to wood, bamboo, reed, and rattan. Additionally, their lack of uniformity and strength can compromise consistent quality, while harvesting the raw materials can have negative environmental impacts. Read more »

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Archinect

MARCH 2, 2024

The interior of the homes are characterized as ultra-modern and warm. And being able to support people’s desire to live in nature is too important to miss,” said Susan Barnes, Principal at Skylab. The prefabricated homes are entirely made of recycled and recyclable steel. Steel Hut’s "Jackrabbit Loft" model.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The result is an aesthetically pleasing four-volume arrangement recovered by the landscape that blends process and material into a singular modern and bucolic harmony. A demonstration column had to be constructed on the site in order to get the clients' final approval.

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The Architect's Newsletter

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The natural light was superb inside the new Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw (MSN), a gleaming new 213,000-square-foot building designed by Thomas Phifer and Partners on Plac Defilad, an The post The Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw by Thomas Phifer and Partners reckons with a multivalent context atop one of the world’s largest city squares appeared first (..)

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Throughout history, they have added both beauty and function to the spaces that use them, offering protection from the elements while also permitting the entry of natural light and air flow.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Below, we've collated six standout furniture, homeware and lighting designs from the event that are pushing the boundaries of what can be made from these natural materials. The post Six home objects pushing natural materials to their limit from Collect 2025 appeared first on Dezeen.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 8, 2024

In this context, natural materials, biophilic principles, and improved indoor environmental quality are increasingly used to enhance comfort and foster a deeper connection with nature. Wellness-focused design is also gaining importance, prioritizing environments that support physical and mental health.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

ecoLogicStudio - Deep Forest at Louisiana Museum of Modern Art. This immersive work challenges traditional architectural paradigms by embracing the naturalization of architecture and technology, a direct counterpoint to modernist attempts to mechanize nature.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The refuge was designed in a restrained yet modern way in order to limit its environmental footprint. It seems to naturally curl up from the landscape but also contrasts its surroundings through its materiality of stone, wood, and aluminum. It will also serve as a reception and support center for National Park staff.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The challenges of preserving and upkeeping mid-century modern homes mean many are at risk of demolition , conservation experts tell Dezeen as part of our mid-century modern series. Many mid-century modern homes are at risk of demolition. A number of notable mid-century modern homes have been razed recently.

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Archinect

MARCH 20, 2025

McCulley Design Lab was enlisted to bring this 1962 post-and-beam residence back into the modern-day moment while retaining its midcentury focus on organic materials, indoor/outdoor flow, and exceptional views. The result is an entirely rebuilt residence that offers an innovative reinterpretation of midcentury design.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The popularity of the Chandigarh chair, created by a team led by Swiss architect Pierre Jeanneret , has shone a light on the erasure of local designers in the mid-century modern design narrative. The Chandigarh chair by Jeanneret and his team remains an icon of mid-century modern design.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Image © Kavin Kumar La Sa Natural light , fresh air , and a constant, comfortable temperature. By expanding and increasing the use of glass in contemporary building facades , we can increase natural light. Sandstone jalis at the New Building for the Parliament of India were inspired by the country’s history of architectural crafts.

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Archinect

MARCH 5, 2025

Athens, Greece -based architecture firm A31 Architecture has completed a modern, yet unassuming home in Mykonos. Image: Mike Kelley The home integrates outdoor elements indoors, respecting the natural terrain while optimizing scenic views. Image: Mike Kelley The residence has a close relationship with the surrounding landscape.

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ArchDaily

MAY 28, 2024

The museum, located on the west coast of Haikou City in Hainan Province, aims to be a landmark that integrates modern architecture with natural surroundings, promoting the convergence of technology and nature. The museum is expected to finish its curtain wall and landscaping by June this year and open for visitors in 2025.

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ArchDaily

MAY 25, 2024

Located in the center of Bandung, Jardin House features a design that enforces a modern concept intertwined with nature. Completed in 2023 in Kecamatan Sukasari, Indonesia. Images by KIE. This visionary project.

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Archinect

MAY 3, 2024

In this project of single-family homes in Getafe we have applied the project concept that is born from the natural phenomenon Jameos del agua; a natural space and an art, cultural and tourism center designed by César Manrique. Located in the municipality of Haría in the north of the island of Lanzarote.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Continuing our mid-century modern design series , we explore Japanese-American designer Isamu Noguchi 's Akari lamps made from Japanese washi paper, which remain a staple in stylish interiors to this day. The Akari lamps were designed by Noguchi, who began his career as an artist after dropping out of his premedical studies.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Courtesy of NEXT Office | Hormuz Eco Resort Water , fluid and dynamic in its nature, has long been an inspiration for architects and designers. From ancient civilizations to modern metropolises , the presence of water has shaped architectural schemes and urban landscapes.

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