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General Introduction to the Engineering Design Principle of the Lotus TempleThe Lotus Temple represents a culmination of modern architecture. Iranian architect Fariborz Sahba designed the building. In essence, the temple is open to all faiths and symbolizes universal peace and…
IntroductionHistorical Background of the BuildingThe Guggenheim Museum Bilbao opened in 1997. This opening marked the culmination of the Basque region’s desire to change its image. The region aimed to transform from a struggling industrial center into a global cultural destination….
Introductory PrefaceThe Vessel stands as a provocative Architecture and Design experiment in Hudson Yards. Crucially, it is not just a viewing platform; it is a massive, experiential Building dedicated to vertical movement and interaction. Therefore, this analysis will explore the…
There are cities where time behaves normally, cities where the decades stack in clear layers like sediment on a riverbank. And then there are places where the clock hesitates, where the years fold into each other so tightly that you…
Introduction: Evaluating the Comprehensive Framework for the Building’s PerformanceThe Spiral, a towering high-rise Building designed by BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group), represents a vital and critical architectural model in modern Manhattan. Firstly, the project successfully achieves continuous vertical integration within a…
The opening of the Mass Timber Research Center at the University of Toronto marks a new milestone in sustainable architecture. The building sits amidst vast natural landscapes, including forests, farmland, and waterways. Its design interacts seamlessly with the terrain and…
There is a particular kind of silence that follows the fall of a project. It is not the noise of concrete collapsing or the chatter of engineers rushing to inspect the damage. It is quieter. It sounds like a missing…
There are evenings when the future feels like a sound more than an idea, like the quiet hum that passes through a city after midnight when the streets are empty and the buildings stand still, as if waiting for something….
In London, along the Strand, a unique set of undulating wooden benches has been introduced to revitalize the public space and improve the overall pedestrian experience. The benches collaborated between LDA Design and the studio Millimetre are viewed not only…
The installation by Visions2030, The Lumisphere Experience, is set in the plaza of the Museum of Tomorrow, Rio de Janeiro. The project ushers in the visitors through three linked domes, asking them to conceive their optimal ecological future while participating…
The Oren in Hampstead is a senior living apartment project consisting of 46 units that was created by the architectural firm Stanton Williams. It looks like four interconnected pavilions, which are in harmony with the lush landscapes of Hampstead Heath….
There are moments in architecture when the entire profession collapses into one question.Not a question of structure or budget or code.A question of meaning.A question of who pays for the song we dance to.It happened to me during one of…
Located in the highland area of Payangan, Bali, Villa Omah Prana is an architectural project that links the landscape, structure and human activities. The residence, designed by Alexis Dornier, is an example of how a small footprint can create a…
Introduction: The Vision of a Sculptural LandmarkThe Sydney Opera House stands as one of the most recognizable and revered Buildings of the 20th century. It is a masterpiece of late modern Architecture and a symbol of both a city and…
Introduction and Strategic Vision: A “City in a Garden”The National Mandate for a Green MetropolisSingapore’s “Gardens by the Bay” is not merely a botanical garden; it stands as a profound statement of national identity and a strategic Project to transform…
Introduction and Strategic Vision: A Gateway to Global AmbitionThe Necessity of a Mega-Hub and Urban IntegrationBeijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is more than just an airport; it acts as an economic catalyst and a symbol of China’s global ambition. Located…
IntroductionSalma Tower São Paulo represents a unique model that combines contemporary architecture with sustainability, offering a new experience for office environments. The tower integrates nature into the building through vertical forests and spiral green terraces around the central core, creating…
Shenzhen: A City Redefining the Dialogue Between Architecture and CultureAt the heart of Shenzhen, the Shenzhen Cultural Nexus, an integrated art museum and public library, rises as a new Cultural architecture hub.This civic complex transforms a traditional institution of books…
IntroductionThe Asllan Rusi Spherical Architectural Landmark in the heart of Tirana rises as a massive sphere over 100 meters in diameter, becoming a prominent feature that connects sports with daily urban life. This spherical architectural landmark is more than a…
IntroductionThe Front House project is a living example of how architecture can adapt to natural environments. It also responds effectively to complex climatic challenges. Located on an isolated island, the house operates completely independently from the conventional electrical grid. This…
Within the layered terrain of a distinguished university campus, Scaife Hall emerges as an architectural and philosophical exploration. The building seeks to dissolve the boundary between structure and landscape. It goes beyond the conventional image of an academic building and…
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