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A 19th-century farmstead meets contemporary design:- Perched at 1,300 meters in Nova Ponente, Italy, the historic BS Hof House**—a working farmstead since 1850—has been thoughtfully expanded by **Alpina Architects. The project balances reverence for the original structure with a bold, modern intervention,…
*Belgian studio NO.MA Architecten breathes fiery new life into a lackluster structure, transforming it into the shimmering “Dragon House”—a thermal-efficient, spatially daring home wrapped in a facade of recycled plastic scales.*From Drab to Dragon:-Perched near Belgium’s historic Vlierbeek Abbey, the original…
On Awaji Island, Japan, 1110 Office for Architecture has crafted Necklace Villa, a rental home designed to foster seamless coexistence between humans and their canine companions. Its unique **looped, stepped design**—inspired by a necklace—creates a sheltered oasis that blends privacy, nature, and playful…
Rebuilding Shinagawa Temple: Preserving Spiritual Function in an Urban Environment The project exemplifies the architectural adaptation of sacred spaces in modern cities. As cities evolve and their infrastructure expands, religious buildings face challenges in adapting to urban changes while maintaining…
CP Group has begun the redevelopment of CNN’s former headquarters in downtown Atlanta, transforming it into a mixed-use destination that includes retail, entertainment, and office spaces. The Center Atlanta redevelopment project is part of broader efforts to revitalise the downtown…
In Amsterdam, Netherlands, developers are transforming the former Bijlmerbajes Prison into an integrated urban district with residential units and sustainable public spaces. Covering 7.5 hectares and 135,000 square meters of built area, the project integrates seamlessly into its urban surroundings…
Saudi Arabia is planning to develop the North Pole Project in North Riyadh, featuring the world’s tallest tower, known as Rise Tower, as part of its urban expansion under Saudi Vision 2030. This is part of the larger Riyadh North…
During the 1980s, Jeddah underwent a significant transformation in its urban landscape, particularly in the banking sector, as bank headquarters emerged as iconic structures reflecting economic development and architectural modernity. This era marked the rise of Modern Bank Architecture and…
The National Commercial Bank (NCB) Tower in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, stands as one of the city’s most remarkable examples of contemporary architectural design. Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in 1983, under the leadership of Gordon Bunshaft, the tower…
IntroductionThe Sports Hall at King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah is one of the most remarkable architectural achievements that combine modernity with inspiration from the local environment. Designed by German architect Frei Otto, the hall reflects his expertise in suspended structures…
IntroductionAl-Jazeera Mosque in Jeddah stands as one of the most remarkable architectural landmarks. It reflects the fusion of artistic creativity and traditional Islamic architectureThe renowned Egyptian architect Abdel-Wahed El-Wakil, a pioneer of modern Islamic architecture, designed the mosque as part…
OverviewAfter seven years on the real estate market, Château de Lumière mansion in Great Falls, Virginia, was finally sold in late 2024 for $9.8 million, significantly lower than its original $12 million purchase price in 2017.Property HighlightsMarket JourneyMarket Trends &…
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