Urban Transformation Approaches Updating a city can be approached through comprehensive renovation, functional change, or demolition and reconstruction. The Cheng Dong project aims to create a functional building that revitalizes the regional identity of a city. The focus is on enhancing urban public spaces to provide a relaxed and comfortable experience for residents, rather than […]

Project Overview Located in Nova Vida, a small community in Bom Jesus das Selvas, Maranhão, Brazil, the Castanhas de Caju Extension project focuses on refurbishing and expanding a modest house to serve as the headquarters for a newly formed coconut producers cooperative. This space also acts as a communal meeting point. Developed in collaboration with […]

Innovative Use of Reclaimed Wood Canaux’s Circular Shade House is an exemplary structure crafted from 90% reclaimed wood, showcasing the success of a collective effort, a circular economy approach, and the practical application of the international Fab City movement. The project highlights the significant contributions of Icade Promotion, REI Habitat, Quartus, and SUEZ, and its […]

Innovative Design in the Arctic Circle Located just north of the Arctic Circle, the Danish firm Atelier Lorentzen Langkilde (ALL) has designed a modern city hall for the municipality of Bodø, Norway. This 12,000-square-meter facility integrates a new building with two preserved structures, creating a cohesive, flexible plan centered around a striking wooden atrium. Harmonizing […]

Supporting a Mission of Inclusion Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Houston is dedicated to fostering one-to-one relationships between children facing adversity and volunteer mentors, helping these children succeed and thrive. The new headquarters is designed to embody this mission, serving as a catalyst for community engagement. The building’s architecture, characterized by its visual porosity, […]

Architectural Fusion: Education Meets Filmmaking The Media Building of Riga Art and Media School (RMMT) in Latvia, crafted by MADE arhitekti, stands at the forefront of educational architecture. Nominated for the European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture ― Mies van der Rohe Awards 2022, this 1794 m² structure boldly defines the entrance to the RMMT […]

General Architecture Collaborative – 2022 A Hub for Learning, Play, and Wellness Architectural Harmony in the Hills of Rwanda Nestled in the picturesque hills near the village of Masoro in Rwanda, the Masoro Learning & Sports Center stands as a testament to architectural excellence and community empowerment. Conceived and constructed by the General Architecture Collaborative […]

Architectural Excellence in Fire Station Design Nestled in Marion, United States, the Marion Fire Station No. 1, designed by OPN Architects, stands as a testament to innovative and thoughtful design in the realm of fire station architecture. Covering an expansive area of 21,214 square meters, this two-level fire station not only prioritizes efficiency in response […]

Embracing Nature in Yangpyeong-Gun, South Korea Situated in the serene Mangmi Village in Yangpyeong, South Korea, Mangmi Farm by Todot Architects and Partners stands as a testament to a harmonious blend of community and landscape architecture. Nestled amidst the convergence of three mountains, the project emerged as a community facility, glasshouse, and campsite, at the […]

Symbiosis with Luxelakes Environment Situated in Chengdu Shi, China, “Tianfu Food Island Phase II” by Atelier Sizhou seamlessly integrates into the Luxelakes environment, leveraging the abundant water resources that define the area. With an expansive 6000 m² space and visionary architects Xianshu Jin and Jia Liu at the helm, this culinary and retail destination embodies […]