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DOM LAS: An Architecture Rooted in NatureProject OriginsDOM LAS, or “Forest House” in Polish, is an architectural project born from a specific circumstance and a long-term vision. Twenty-five years ago, the client purchased a vacant plot of land near his…
Project Context and SiteCasa Ohana is situated in a secluded area within the tropical forest of Puerto Escondido, where the site establishes a complex relationship between the immediate nature and the distant view of the Pacific Ocean. This contrast between…
A Holiday Home Dream by the RiverImagine having a place to escape the pressures of daily life, where you can relax and enjoy nature. This concept is not merely a luxury; it reflects the human need for a personal space…
Design of the Eighth Branch of North of Brooklyn in TorontoThe eighth branch of the North of Brooklyn chain is located in the Etobicoke neighborhood of Toronto. It serves as an example of how to merge a fast-food service environment…
C.S.C Residence Project: Contemporary Architectural RenovationThe C.S.C Residence project is located in Taipei and serves as an example of how to renovate older homes while supporting a contemporary lifestyle. The core idea of the project was not to replace the…
Choosing the Location and Life Between City and CountrysideThe architects provided the following description: Heloíza and Leonardo, who share strong family ties in Calambau (Presidente Bernardes, Minas Gerais), desired to live in the countryside and enjoy tranquility and natural spaces….
Project Location and Urban ContextThe BTE – Casa Machado project is situated on a plot measuring 13 meters in width and 44 meters in depth, resulting from the subdivision of a former palace garden. The surrounding residential neighborhood is characterized…
Site and Natural ContextThe Wass House is situated on a sloping meadow surrounded by dense forests in Accord, New York. This location offers a serene and secluded natural environment, enhancing the connection between the building and its surroundings while providing…
Project Location and Natural ContextThe project is situated in a rural area rich in natural beauty, featuring meadows of wildflowers, lupine fields, forests, and orchards. This natural setting was not merely a backdrop; it played a fundamental role in the…
Project Context and Urban LocationThe project is situated in the heart of what is known as the “Golden Triangle” in Paris, specifically on Rue François 1er within the 8th arrondissement, close to Rue Montaigne. The significance of this location stems…
Site and OrientationThe house is located in the valley of Puigpunyent, within the Sierra de Tramuntana mountain range in Mallorca, and features an optimal south-facing orientation. This orientation not only provides unobstructed mountain views but also maximizes natural sunlight, enhancing…
Innovative Shelter for Disaster ResponseWhen disasters strike, providing safe and rapid shelter becomes critical. This raises the question: what if a complete home could be assembled from a simple toolkit in roughly an hour? This concept is precisely what the…
School Location and Its SignificanceÄngsdal School is located near the base of the Øresund Bridge, making it one of the first buildings seen by those entering Sweden from Denmark. This prominent location added an extra layer of design challenge, as…
Design Concept OriginThe concept for the Andaz Beach Club on the Papagayo Peninsula emerged from a unique architectural challenge. This challenge lay in transforming the client’s high-end expectations into an integrated architectural language that seamlessly combines luxury and comfort.Connection with…
A Residential Extension Reflecting the Balance Between Modernity and HeritageThis distinctive residential extension is located in the heart of Wimbledon Village, serving as a prominent example of how contemporary design can be harmoniously combined with sensitivity to architectural heritage.Respecting the…
Location and ContextThis summer villa is located within the city of São Paulo, offering a balance between urban life and family privacy. The design caters to the needs of a large family, with a focus on creating connected and flexible…
The Concept of a Fully Self-Reliant Mobile HomeIn recent years, we have witnessed the evolution of mobile homes, from luxury residences and drivable work units on trailers to compact camper vans designed to fit on truck beds. However, the expandable…
A Different Concept for Tiny HomesThe tiny house movement has long been associated with conscious living and reduced consumption, yet this trend does not necessarily mean sacrificing comfort. In this context, the Juniper project offers a practical model that redefines…
Swiss Zermatt Faces Unprecedented Architectural ChangesThe mountain village of Zermatt has never seen a project like this before. A local designer has revealed plans to construct a 260-meter-high skyscraper, just 800 meters from the village entrance. This 65-story structure, known…
Pujiang Platform: Architectural Integration with NatureMVRDV has completed the construction of the Pujiang Platform, a unique observation point nestled among the hills south of Chengdu. This project combines its role as a tourist destination with a space for hosting events,…
The Cornish House is a modern coastal home in Encinitas, Southern California, designed by Brett Farrow Architect. Modern Architecture on a Challenging Coastal Site Perched on a scenic hilltop in the Southern California community of Encinitas, the Cornish House is…
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