Deezen

JANUARY 22, 2025

Original mosaic floors and decorative mouldings have been restored in this early 20th-century Barcelona apartment renovation by local practice Sigla Studio. These features, emblematic of the period, were meticulously preserved and restored".

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Ukrainian architecture practice Makhno Studio has developed a range of textured clay panels for use as insulation and interior decoration that naturally regulate humidity. The panels are made from Ukrainian white clay mixed with plant materials "This is the most natural and recreational solution I know," he added.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Among the studio's key projects are the New Museum of Contemporary Art in New York, which is composed of a low-lying circular structure wrapped with glass, and the stepped Sydney Modern gallery in Australia. Find out more about Sydney Modern The post Ten notable projects by 2025 Royal Gold Medal-winner SANAA appeared first on Dezeen.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The 800-year-old buildings were carefully restored, with the original wooden floors, exposed brickwork and ceiling beams among the features kept. Designed by Amsterdam studio More Architecture , the rooms are arranged with varied orientations to provide guests with an "immersive relationship with nature".

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Deezen

AUGUST 15, 2024

Chatillon Architectes has renovated Grande Nef of the Île-des-Vannes Chatillon Architectes ' goal for the overhaul was to preserve and celebrate the original architecture of Grande Nef of the Île-des-Vannes while meeting modern energy standards. Restoration is creation, you have to create things, but in a special way, not in the usual way."

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The Spaces

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Quincy Jones is synonymous with breezy California modernism , having designed over 5,000 projects during his three-decade career, particularly in the Los Angeles area. Jewell Key House features a steel, concrete, and glass design with minimalist, clean lines and geometric shapes that are integral to the modern movement of California.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2023

The work has been about creating a dialogue between the 18th century and modernity. The Swiss architect began his two-phase restoration in January 2002. I find that architecture is always a sacred act, because it transforms nature and it represents our entire world," he states at the end of the NYT interview.

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Hotel Designs

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Located just steps from the charming Piazza della Scala, Casa Brera is the result of the careful restoration of a historic building to bring a blend of Milanese heritage and cosmopolitan flair under the direction of designer Patricia Urquiola.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Italian designer Andrea Rosso has updated the interiors and restored historic details at the art deco Pelican Hotel, which was recently given a day of commeration by the City of Miami Beach. Soft tones were carefully chosen to complement the blue sky and natural surroundings, enhancing the airy, coastal ambiance," said the hotel.

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Dwell

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The commanding Leimert Park Spanish colonial revival perfectly marries the memorable with the modern. Grand, original tripartite windows drench the oversized living room in natural light, and the space features custom new ceiling frescoes and seamlessly flows into a large dining area, flanked with late-1920s decorative iron work."

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Dwell

JANUARY 9, 2025

The home has been thoughtfully maintained and restored, preserving its architectural integrity while incorporating modern systems and amenities. As with many of Wrights designs, the Weisblat House is filled with custom-built furniture, shelving, and cabinetry.

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Deezen

JANUARY 16, 2025

Rough stone walls frame the cavernous Bar Ryozen KKA installed three tiers of eaves with slatted timber overhangs to break up these two monolithic volumes and provide a modern take on traditional Japanese architecture. The limited site meant that the hotel build would be significant in volume," Kuma said. "To

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Photo by Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens The winning Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre was up against the other 14 category winners that included a spherical dome extension using cross-laminated timber in Stockholm, an office building with exposed timber frame in Paris and a restored fortress using timber in Turkey.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The shop is set within a single asymmetric room "We avoided altering the stones' natural patina or signs of previous use, as these details add to their character and historical significance," said studio co-founder Benjamín Iborra. "No No paint or surface treatments were applied.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

From a young age, he exhibited a natural inclination toward spatial design. “I These structures, designed without consideration for local climates, customs, or long-term use, were ill-suited to meet the needs of modern African communities. One notable project is the restoration of a 150-year-old church in Ghana.

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Santa Cruz Architect

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Defined by Ecocity Builders as a human settlement modeled on the self-sustaining resilient structure and function of natural ecosystems, an EcoCity represents a harmonious balance between human activity and the environment. Restore degraded urban areas and support local agriculture. Achieve carbon neutrality through renewable energy.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The design skillfully integrates restored sandstone and masonry buildings with a contemporary 5-Star Green Star office building for the State Public Service, which features dramatic Y-shaped columns and a sunken light well that floods lower levels with natural light. Architects: Want to have your project featured?

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Deezen

MARCH 1, 2024

Set within a wide agricultural landscape, the home has white-painted walls and black accents, which Claes said draws on mid-century modern buildings in the United States. The time I spent working in California on conversions and restorations of mid-century modern houses planted the seeds for the design of this home," Claes explained.

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Architizer

MARCH 20, 2025

This exposed system allows natural light to reach deep into the interior while aluminum fins control glare and heat. At night, embedded strip lighting outlines the churchs form, emphasizing the contrast between its restored elements and new construction. Inside, columns and walls are illuminated from below, casting long shadows.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In modern design, landscape architecture should not be an afterthought; it should be an integral component of the overall project that creates harmony between the built spaces and the natural environment. An exemplary project that embodies the storytelling power of landscape design is the Naturpark Amager in Copenhagen, Denmark.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 9, 2024

In other words, nature has excessively raised the bar when it comes to a landscape’s longevity, challenging architects to find ways of creating artificial mountains, wetlands, parks, forests etc., The aim of the project was to revive the Jiangnan polder, integrating both artificial and natural elements to blend production, life and ecology.

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Deezen

APRIL 28, 2022

"It is a critical moment for modern architectural sites in the US," explained Docomomo US executive director Liz Waytkus. Waytkus believes that the US is at a critical juncture in the battle to conserve modern buildings due to the current economic climate. The most recent restoration proposal will cost close to $61.2

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Architizer

JANUARY 22, 2025

Earthquakes are among the most unpredictable and devastating natural phenomena, testing the resilience of the built environment and the ingenuity of architects and engineers. As urban populations grow and climate change exacerbates natural disasters, the need for buildings that prioritize safety and durability has never been more urgent.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Heryco renovated a pink Mexican apartment building Heryco converted the previous building into a restored apartment block that holds four spacious, three-bedroom apartments and a ground-floor architecture office that serves as the street-level connection and anchor. The photography is by Ariadna Polo.

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Architizer

AUGUST 29, 2024

Studies in passive cooling techniques have demonstrated that these kinds of traditional methods can reduce indoor temperatures by as much as 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 15 degrees Celsius), creating more comfortable living conditions without reliance on modern HVAC systems.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Outside, the black timber cladding and clay tiles of the barn were removed, refurbished and reinstalled to help thermally upgrade the building, while its irregular roof pitch and uneven eaves were restored to retain its character. The photography is by Johan Dehlin.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As he continues to push the boundaries of what small-scale firms can achieve, Centerfield Studio’s future is grounded in design for modern life. A 520 square feet (48 square meter) addition was seamlessly integrated, while deteriorating covered outdoor areas were restored or reimagined to strengthen spatial connections.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 16, 2024

What if cities could flourish as natural habitats where ecology and urban life coexist? Central to OKRA’s philosophy is the creation of meaningful, livable spaces that connect to nature. The firm thinks of cities as natural habitats, places where urban and natural ecosystems coexist in harmony.

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Hotel Designs

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Image credit: Marriott International Respecting the building and the city’s heritage, architect Indre Sangus was tasked to carve out a modern hotel, confronting a series of design challenges while creating something truly exceptional that would stand at the centre of Bucharest’s hospitality scene.

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Deezen

JULY 22, 2022

Large French doors set in aluminium frames allow plenty of natural light to brighten up the interiors and merge them with the exterior, while a decked terrace that wraps around the edges of the building has a private 17-metre-long pool. Read: Philippe Starck restores time-worn interiors of the Quadri restaurant in Venice.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Mid-century modern and traditional Japanese influences blend inside this Los Angeles home, which the principals of design studio OWIU have reimagined for themselves. OWIU extended the building with a wellness centre "I never understood why we needed to leave town or go far away to feel we're in nature," Gunawan said. "I

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

With almond blossom exploding across the south of the Iberian peninsula, we have rounded up striking modern villas from our Pinterest. Find out more about the Rambla Climate-House › El Priorato, Spain, by Atienza Maure Arquitectos Local studio Atienza Maure Arquitectos restored and extendedthis 16th-century home in Burgos, Spain.

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Dwell

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

So, the story naturally became to create a highly curated and comfortable retreat for everyday life." The new design would veer into a more playful domain: "One of the catchphrases we used to start the design language was ‘midsommar modern,’" she explains. The new plan restored the space to lounge status.

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Hotel Designs

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The firm continues to refine its original take on southern hospitality, reimagining its aesthetic and form in a modern context to create award-winning destinations that draw visitors and locals alike. The Pinch, one of Charleston’s newest boutique hotels , offers guests a blend of historic ambiance, modern amenities, and residential comforts.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

From the Victorian charm of Cabbagetown to the modern Entertainment District, each Toronto neighborhood unfolds a distinct chapter in the city’s history. Restored to prominence, this revitalized home remains a proud fixture in the Toronto neighborhood, blending modernity with its rich past.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Brooklyn-based nARCHITECTS has designed a nature centre and exhibition space that produces as much energy as it consumes on the New York coastline. The cedar -clad Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. The post nARCHITECTS tops New York nature centre with a mass-timber roof appeared first on Dezeen.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 2, 2024

"The central purpose was to answer the programme proposal made by the client by including a careful embodiment of the landscape, complying with the specific local rules and the relation of each of the four floors' elevation with the natural topography," Siza told Dezeen.

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