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Kings Langley Cricket Club and Amenities: A Fusion of Functionality and Sculptural Design

Situated in Kings Langley, NSW 2147, Australia, the Kings Langley Cricket Club and Amenities project by Eoghan Lewis Architects stands as a testament to innovative sports architecture that seamlessly integrates functionality with sculptural design elements. Project Overview Commissioned by the Blacktown City Council, the project aimed to create a robust cricket club and amenities building […]

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Jardín de Sombras: Transforming Desert Urban Spaces

In Mexico’s arid landscape, the project “Jardín de Sombras: Public Space as Infrastructure for Cities in the Desert” stands as a testament to innovative urban design and resilience. Led by architects Gabriel Azuara Pellicer, Julián Arroyo, ORU-Oficina de Resiliencia Urbana, and Virens, this endeavor redefines public space to address critical socio-environmental challenges. Context and Objectives […]

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Harmonizing with Nature: Subterranean Ruins

Located 40km south of Bengaluru city, Kaggalipura boasts a 3-acre fruit orchard surrounded by lush vegetation. A Threshold, the architectural firm behind the project, saw the site’s potential for innovative design, blending seamlessly with the natural terrain. Sustainable Design The sloping landscape provided an opportunity to implement a rainwater collection system, supporting existing farming practices. […]

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Echoes of the Past: Songming Garden

The Songming Garden, located in Jia Ding Qu, China, draws inspiration from Wang Xizhi’s “Preface to the Lanting Pavilion,” a thousand-year-old depiction of a gathering by the water during the Shangsi Festival. Inspired by the beauty of the landscape and the essence of communal gatherings, the garden embodies the transient nature of life and death. […]

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Embracing New Mexico: The SkyRoom Oasis

The SkyRoom, located in Río Rancho, United States, stands as an oasis of relaxation and community gathering, embodying the essence of New Mexico. Designed by McClain + Yu Architecture & Design, this architectural marvel offers a unique space for contemplation and connection with nature. Inspired Design Drawing inspiration from the surrounding plateaus and escarpments, the […]

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Revitalizing Urban Heritage: Alpenstadt Museum Sonthofen by Andreas Ferstl Architekten

Nestled in Sonthofen, Germany, the Alpenstadt Museum stands as a testament to architectural ingenuity and historical preservation. Designed by Andreas Ferstl Architekten, this project seamlessly blends modern functionality with traditional aesthetics, creating a vibrant cultural hub within the city. Urban Development and Exterior Design The museum ensemble harmoniously integrates into Sonthofen’s urban fabric, paying homage […]

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Transforming Urban Spaces: Skatepark Under Fabiani Bridge

Situated beneath the Fabiani bridge in Ljubljana, Slovenia, lay a neglected space plagued by illegal activities and neglect. However, this site, once a dead-end area, was transformed into a vibrant skatepark thanks to the innovative intervention by Scapelab. Addressing Neglected Spaces Originally, the area under the bridge served as a haven for illegal drug use […]

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Rediscovering History: AGU Presidential Museum and Library by EAA – Emre Arolat Architecture

The AGU Presidential Museum and Library, nestled in Kayseri, Turkey, stands as a testament to architectural innovation and historical preservation. Designed by EAA – Emre Arolat Architecture, this project breathes new life into the remnants of the Sumerbank Textile Factory, offering a glimpse into Turkey’s industrial past. Revitalizing Heritage Originally constructed between 1933-1935 by Russian […]

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Unveiling “A Natural Pavilion” by ReVærk

“A Natural Pavilion” stands as a testament to ReVærk’s innovative approach to sustainable housing, exemplifying their ‘NaturligRækkerne’ housing concept. This pavilion, a part of the ‘4to1 planet’ project funded by Realdania and Villum Fonden foundations, embodies the ethos of sustainable development. The NaturligRækkerne Concept Rooted in the townhouse typology, the NaturligRækkerne concept reimagines future dwellings […]

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