Virtuose: A Sustainable Revival of Haussmannian Heritage by PDA Architecture
Location: 29B-31 Avenue Pierre 1er de Serbie, 75116 Paris, FranceArea: 6,548 sqmYear: 2025Photography: Florian WattierClient:…
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A 19th-Century Parisian Apartment Restored with Monochrome Elegance and Playful Contrasts
In the charming historic town of Corbeil-Essonnes, just outside Paris, a 538-square-foot 19th-century apartment has…
What If Horror Films Were Designed by an Interior Architect?
In the world of cinema—especially horror—viewers have come to expect the usual: screams, shadows slipping…
Design Through Finding: Reimagining Three Spaces in MD Anderson Hall at Rice University
The Rice University School of Architecture commissioned Kwong Von Glinow to transform three key spaces…
Not Every Client is Worthy of Their Project: On Architecture, Inattention, and a Price Not Measured by the Meter
On an ordinary afternoon this week, I was quietly observing a discussion in the office…
Inès Deschodt & Johanne Le Griffon: A Dynamic Duo Reinventing Versailles with Bold Contrasts
The recently formed architectural duo of Inès Deschodt and Johanne Le Griffon has quickly emerged…
Storm King Art Center’s $53M Expansion: Blending Art, Nature, and Sustainable Design
Visitors stepping into the Storm King Art Center a 500-acre open-air museum in New York’s…
A Family Home in Northern California: From Simple Repairs to a Timeless Architectural Masterpiece
What began as a minor structural repair project evolved into a complete reinvention of a…
White Collars in Architecture and Design: Are We Witnessing the Rise of a New Class?By the Editor-in-Chief
In the early 20th century, the term white collar emerged to distinguish office workers—clerks, administrators,…
Vocational School for Building Trades by Gunz & Künzle Architekt innen: A Modular Marvel in Zürich
Architects: Gunz & Künzle Architekt*innenLocation: Limmatstrasse 53, 8090 Zürich, SwitzerlandArea: 10,200 m²Year: 2025Photography: Federico FarinattiSustainability…
National Medal of Honor Museum: A Monumental Aluminium Block Suspended to Honor American Valor
Set amid the bustling landscape of Arlington, Texas, the National Medal of Honor Museum is…
Boerentoren Office Conversion: Studio Libeskind’s Vision for Antwerp’s Cultural Future
In a striking blend of heritage and contemporary architecture, Studio Libeskind has revealed an updated…
Studio Ardete’s LEED Platinum Headquarters: A Benchmark for Sustainable Office Design in Punjab
Project Overview Architects: Studio ArdeteLocation: Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar (Mohali), Punjab, IndiaSite Area: 4,502 ft²Built…
Reimagining Heritage: A Moganshan Homestay Blending Memory and Modernity
Reviving a Forgotten 70s Rural House Zheng’s abandoned family home in Shang’ao Village, Moganshan, stood…
3 Buildings That Transformed Their Cities Forever
Some buildings go far beyond adding beauty to the urban landscape — they reshape cities,…
Homes in Harmony with Nature: Architectural Creations Blending Wellness and Sustainability
In today’s fast-paced world, the healing power of nature is more vital than ever. Studies…
Fort Fisher’s New Visitor Center: Bridging History, Architecture, and Resilience
While perhaps less famous than other Civil War sites, Fort Fisher Earthworks in Kure Beach,…
Loft Design: Industrial Charm or Polished Poverty?
Introduction Loft-style interiors have become a bold, trendy choice in the world of design. Exposed…
Art, Design, and Amenities: A New Era of Luxury Rental Living
Summer in New York City marks the height of rental activity. With nearly 70 percent…
Wedding Stages: Architecture or Ephemeral Decoration?
In the world of design, the boundaries between art and commerce, architecture and ornamentation, permanence…
Government Office by Agata Kurzela Studio: A Dramatic Fusion of Heritage and Modern Workspace Design
A Space Under a Sculptural Roof: Blending Form and Function Perched on the top level…
