Creating a Village-Like Nursery School Situated in Niigata, Japan, the YNS Yamaikarashi Nursery School, designed by Takeru Shoji Architects, embodies a visionary approach to early childhood education. The aim was to establish a nursery school seamlessly integrated with the surrounding village, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship between the educational institution and the community. Community-Driven Vision: […]
Introduction: Addressing Educational Needs in Liangxi The city central district of Liangxi faced a significant challenge with insufficient school facilities, prompting the government to optimize the distribution of educational resources. The objective was clear: establish exceptional schools accessible to the local community. As a 9-Year School featuring both primary and secondary classes, the design needed […]
Introduction: Meeting Educational Demands in Weiyang District The dynamic growth of Weiyang District in recent years has underscored the pressing need to address the rising demand for education amidst limited land resources. The Comprehensive Building Construction Project for Weiyang Road Primary School emerges as a response to this context, tackling the challenges of a narrow […]
Urban Renewal: Meeting the Challenges of Educational Growth Nestled in the heart of Xi’an Gaoxin District, the Xi’an Gaoxin No.1 High School Expansion project by Qu Peiqing Studio unfolds as a response to the evolving landscape of urban development and educational demands. With a site area of 45.6 acres, the existing campus faced challenges like […]
De Zwarte Hond presents an innovative architectural project in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with the design of the new regional offices ‘Liander Westpoort’. This development, commissioned by energy network company Alliander, encompasses an office building, workshops, warehouses, test facilities, educational structures, and parking facilities. Together with collaborators Alliander, IMd, Copper8, and DGMR, De Zwarte Hond has prioritized […]
Philippe Dubus Architectes presents a unique architectural endeavor in the heart of Malakoff, France, situated within the Square Pierre Larousse district. This project seamlessly integrates cultural architecture, residential apartments, and office spaces, embodying the essence of urban living while harmonizing with its diverse surroundings. Contextual Integration Nestled amidst a varied urban fabric of apartment buildings, […]
Nestled in the heart of Brussels, Belgium, the architectural firm Notan Office presents a captivating blend of residential and office spaces in the vibrant neighborhood of Schaerbeek. Led by Frédéric Karam, this project showcases a meticulous integration of four unique homes and a complementary workspace within a bustling urban landscape. Context and Design Approach Situated […]
Everyday Architects & Design Studio, founded by Chatchavan Suwansawat in 2020, is a testament to innovative architectural solutions inspired by Bangkok’s vibrant urban landscape. Located on the 2nd floor of an ordinary shophouse in the Old Town community of Khlong San, Thailand, the studio blends vernacular elements with modern design principles to create sustainable office […]
Kaomai Tea Barn stands as a testament to adaptive reuse within the historic Kaomai Estate 1955 in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Led by PAVA architects, this project is part of the ongoing revitalization of a former tobacco processing plant estate. Recognized with the 2018 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation, the Kaomai Estate 1955 integrates […]
Designed and engineered by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), the John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts, stands as a beacon of transportation innovation. Established in 1970 with a mission to advance transportation innovation for the public good, this new building furthers the critical mission of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Volpe […]
Ayaka Nakagawa
