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Rising Popularity of Open-Ear HeadphonesOpen-ear headphones are leading the trend in modern audio, thanks to their ability to provide a unique listening experience without isolating the surrounding sound. This technology has become increasingly popular among athletes and users seeking both…
By Ibrahim FawakherjiThere is a specific phenomenon that occurs somewhere between the first deep sigh of relief and the second attempt to hit the snooze button in a hotel room. It is the realization that the bed we are currently…
Located within the Towarowa22 complex in central Warsaw, CHANGE Studio is conceived as an interior space that supports physical activity while allowing room for mental pause. Rather than presenting fitness as intensity or performance, the project frames movement as a…
The Mystery Behind the Pokémon BallPokémon Balls have always sparked curiosity since the series’ inception. For nearly three decades, children have watched as balls were thrown at characters like “Pidgey” and “Rattata” without fully understanding what happens when the button…
The Walala Lounge is a permanent public installation in downtown Bentonville, Arkansas, that reframes urban furniture as an active spatial system. Designed by Camille Walala, the project operates between public art and Architecture.Rather than isolated objects, the benches and planters…
Immersed in Topography: A Story of Harmony with the EarthThe Backyard Sanctuary transformed a simple desire for a gathering place into an integrated architectural space that redefines the home’s relationship with its natural surroundings. This auxiliary building sits on a…
Besley & Spresser Reconsider Asbestos and Its Lasting ImpactAt the Lisbon Triennale 2025, Besley & Spresser introduce a material provocation presented in the form of an architectural installation, anchored by a striking question posed by Peter Besley:What if one of…
Mirrored surfaces create the illusion of additional space inside this renovated terraced house in Sydney, Australia, which local studio Alcami Architecture designed around a completely openable courtyard. Terrace House Mirage is a renovation of a Victorian terraced house in the…
In August of last year, I came across a research project titled Last Meal, a speculative investigation into how the explosive rise of food-delivery logistics is reshaping not only urban movement but the architecture of living itself. The study argued…
A Design that Reflects the Owner’s PersonalityThis private residence exemplifies how interior architecture can transcend mere furniture arrangement or color selection, becoming instead an expression of the owner’s unique personality and refined taste. The design studio approached the project as…
Apple iMac G3 Memories: A 90s Design IconDo you remember the Apple iMac G3? Those colorful, candy-like translucent machines that were all the rage in the late ’90s and early 2000s? Steve Jobs and Jony Ive managed to transform the…
PikaBoost Product Line: Innovation in Electric Cycling AssistanceThe standout feature of LIVALL’s PikaBoost product line is that it doesn’t resemble a homegrown experimental project, it’s a sophisticated cycling tool. The PikaBoost 2 Lite is a standalone unit mounted on the…
Pressure Ulcers: A Threat to Bedridden PatientsFor elderly individuals or patients who spend extended periods in bed due to surgery, chronic illnesses, loss of mobility, or long-term care, pressure ulcers represent one of the most serious complications they may face….
Café Tondo made its debut as an all-day café-bar in Los Angeles’ Chinatown, providing morning coffee, evening small plates, and late-night drinks. The project fuses a cultural goal with meticulous interior design by Aunt Studio who successfully changed a former…
Meadow Lane has opened in Tribeca, New York, offering an innovative luxury grocery model. The retailer combines high-quality products, food prepared daily on-site, and modern architectural-styled interior that creates a warm neighborhood atmosphere. Its position on Greenwich Street close to…
A century-old historic machiya townhouse in Kyoto has been made into a short-stay accommodation by Studio Aluc. The renovation still has the original timber structure, earthen walls, and traces of historical carpentry but changes the layout and interiors to suit…
Blow Lamp: A Lighting Experience Beyond Traditional UseImagine a lamp in front of you that doesn’t merely serve to illuminate, but transforms and changes moment by moment in response to every movement you make. This is the core idea behind…
Tremend Studio is working on a new project in France. The renowned architectural practice has once again been invited to collaborate with Crowne Plaza – the premium brand of the global IHG Hotels & Resorts group. Tremend’s architects will be…
Wall of Entropy: Art Serving Digital SecurityFew people know about a wall covered with lava lamps in San Francisco, yet it plays a vital role in securing the internet worldwide. This wall, located in the lobby of Cloudflare, is known…
Rethinking the Role of Side TablesSide tables often become nothing more than flat surfaces on legs, serving a limited function such as holding a drink or the phone we constantly check while reading. Although this usage is common and acceptable,…
The experience of the future of architecture begins with a single intelligent fold of fabric transforming into a complete architectural structure, opening doors for visitors to rethink construction. At the Armed Fabrics: 1 Profile – 1 Building exhibition, rigidized fabrics…
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