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“Understanding Porcelain Tile Dimensions and Calculating Waste for Optimal Project Planning” Porcelain tiles are a popular choice for flooring due to their durability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. However, choosing the right tile dimensions and accurately calculating waste are essential steps…
In Wimbledon Village, London, Jason Good Architecture has created a two-bedroom home that balances respect for the area’s architectural heritage with a bold, modern approach. With its dark patinated copper roof and unique “top hat” form, the house captures the…
In 2023, Mexican design studio Centro de Colaboración Arquitectónica (CCA) completed an ambitious project aimed at revitalizing public life in Jálpa de Mendez, Mexico. The project, led by Bernardo Quinzaños, revolves around a sports complex and a baseball stadium, designed…
Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza has completed the Colien House, a striking three-storey concrete home embedded in a hillside overlooking a beach in Barcelona. Designed with a thoughtful connection to the natural landscape, this residence reflects Siza’s mastery in balancing architectural…
Architecture studio Bureau des Mésarchitecture has unveiled its latest project in Leiria, Portugal: a striking apartment block wrapped in concrete and gold aluminium shutters. Situated at the meeting point of Leiria’s old and new neighbourhoods, the building is a modern…
Canadian architecture studio Lemay has completed a sustainable chalet prototype in Potton, Quebec. Designed with a sloped green roof and large expanses of glazing, the chalet reflects Lemay’s commitment to eco-friendly architecture. This 2,500-square-foot structure is an extension of the…
Local studio Max Núñez Arquitectos has designed a concrete care home in Chile, featuring open interiors that promote reduced maintenance, a connection with a nearby park, and a strong sense of community for its elderly residents. Project Overview Set in…
A stunning greenhouse, framed by a wooden pergola, crowns the top of this home in Muiden, Netherlands, designed by local studio Moke Architecten in collaboration with landscape practice LA4Sale. A Blend of Nature and Design Known as Wooden House, this…
Studio Gang, a Chicago-based architecture firm, has completed the Verde tower, a striking 23-storey skyscraper wrapped in green-glazed ceramic tiles for San Francisco’s Mission Rock development. As the final tower completed in the first phase of the 28-acre Mission Rock…
Japanese architect Keiji Ashizawa drew inspiration from traditional Kyoto townhouses when designing the House in Aoyama, a concrete residence in Tokyo intended to offer privacy and a sense of seclusion. Location and Materials Located in the bustling Aoyama area, the…
Cubeinside, a local architecture studio in Dhaka, has designed the Bait Ur Raiyan Mosque in Bangladesh, emphasizing simplicity and geometric forms over traditional Islamic ornamentation. Situated near the Arial Kha River in rural Madaripur, the mosque stands as a rectilinear…
Architecture Office Claudia Raurell has replaced a dilapidated townhouse in Barcelona with Villain House, a concrete home that replicates the original structure’s footprint. Located on the northern slope of Montjuic, the project retains the existing front facade, the only salvageable…
Architecture studio Hello Wood has completed CLT House, a sunken residence near Budapest, Hungary. The home features a green roof and an outdoor living area that overlooks a pond, designed to integrate seamlessly with its surroundings. Built partially from cross-laminated…
Gaia, a mass-timber business school at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore, designed by Japanese architect Toyo Ito and Singapore-based RSP Architects, has recently experienced mould growth on both its exterior and interior. Completed in 2023, the 43,500-square-metre building was…
Local studio DUB Arquitectura has created “Casa La Escocesa,” a metal-clad house featuring innovative “insulating blankets” made from sheep wool that otherwise would have been incinerated. Located on a farm in Argentina’s subtropical Pampas region, this 150-square-metre project integrates sustainable…
Mexican design studio Locus has crafted the interior of Makan, a Singaporean restaurant in Mexico City, using 50% recycled materials. The restaurant is located in the Centro district, embracing an industrial aesthetic while highlighting sustainable design practices. Design Concept The…
Niceworkshop, led by Hyunseog Oh, has reimagined HaHouse Cafe in Seoul’s Itaewon district, blending urban and natural elements in a minimalist interior. Design Concept The design integrates concrete, metal, and wood to create a harmonious space that reflects both modern…
Winding pathways and thatched roofs made of recycled plastic are among the notable features of the Kona Village resort in Hawaii, designed by Walker Warner Architects to replace a 1960s hotel destroyed by a tsunami. Historical Significance Located on Hawaii’s…
Dutch studio Martens Willems & Humblé Architecten has clad the Miller Apartment Building in Maastricht with red brick, paying homage to the city’s Amsterdam School style of architecture. This block of 38 apartments is situated along a new boulevard in…
Japanese architecture studio Kengo Kuma and Associates has unveiled the Audeum audio museum in Seoul, which is characterized by its unique exterior wrapped in layers of cascading aluminium pipes. Design Concept and Location Located in the Gangnam district of the…
Galaxy Arch has completed a pavilion in Suzhou Industrial Park, inspired by an old wooden cabin previously popular among locals. Situated along a grove of camphor trees, the pavilion is part of a series of 11 visitor service pavilions on…
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