The Scion Innovation Hub in New Zealand proves that timber buildings have to be built in exactly the same way as steel and concrete buildings. The world’s largest diagrid structure made of laminated veneer lumber reduces the amount of wood required by 75 per cent and even withstands earthquakes.
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After extensive microsurgery, the Hotel El Palau Fugit, a former 18th century building in the Spanish city of Girona, opened its doors. Not without revealing numerous historical and contemporary treasures.
The Italian studio reinterprets a historic stately home: traces of the past merge with contemporary function to create sophisticated textures, bespoke furnishings and a dialogue between twentieth-century works of art
How can you get the most out of your holiday? By planning it exactly the way you want it. Find action appealing? Just want to relax? Must be environmentally friendly? At the dasMAX lifestyle hotel in Seefeld, there’s something for every type of guest – whether you’re an adventurer, a peace seeker or a mindful traveller.
The European Research Centre for Nuclear and Particle Physics is researching the structure of matter. One realisation is certain: The new CERN B777 research centre designed by Henning Larsen will be round and largely made of wood.
In Los Angeles soll ein neuer Hotspot für Hollywoods Kreativszene entstehen. Der Büroturm mit dem Namen The Star wurde von Foster + Partners als begrünte Spirale geplant, die sich in den Himmel der Traumfabrik schraubt …
Wendelstrand near Gothenburg is a new community and housing development with social and ecological sustainability, sited in a disused quarry. The master plan and Lakehouse by the architects at Snøhetta show how urban planning and housing construction can be reimagined.
Long known for visionary sustainable projects, 3deluxe is currently working on its next fascinating project: Kalba Beach sets an enchanting urban beach oasis on the coast east of Dubai. Built from rammed earth and wood. And environmentally friendly all around.
In Chengdu, China, UNO Architects have created a forest within a forest with the Qionglai Bamboo Pavilion. A bamboo forest where you can relax, educate yourself and even dance…
ArchDaily is the most popular architecture website in the world and a true institution. The ArchDaily Guide to Good Architecture features a variety of the best architectural projects of our time. Based on the “Ten Principles of Good Architecture” …
The Biennale Architecture will be held to Sunday 26 November, 2023 curated by academic, educator and best-selling novelist Lesley Lokko, who has commented: “Architects have a unique opportunity to put forward ambitious and creative ideas that help us imagine a more equitable and optimistic future in common”…
The district where film stars like to congregate is now the setting for one of the biggest environmental projects in the USA: “One Beverly Hills” is creating green towers and gardens alongside legendary VIP hotels. A green “triangle” with master plan by Foster + Partners will offer public zones and – naturally – new luxury …
The Geba Carpet Gallery has been located in the heart of the old town of Graz since 1987 and is renowned in international carpet design. At its beginning, Harald Geba decided to rethink carpets. He is considered a pioneer of the idea of combining modern designs with traditional craftsmanship. Today, Geba rugs are classics of a timeless modernity, in which the charm and flair of handwork always remain palpable …
“Louis Vuitton Manufactures” is an exclusive book showcasing the ateliers of Louis Vuitton and the artisans who create the Maison’s exceptional pieces.
Get out into the fresh air! 93% of children around the world breathe polluted air, according to information from the World Health Organization (WHO). That gave Claudia Pasquero and Marco Poletto from the London architecture and innovation agency ecoLogicStudio the ideal excuse to bring the world’s first biotechnological playground to life …
From trash to treasure: Panos Sakkas and Foteini Setaki from the Dutch research and design studio The New Raw use 3D printing to turn plastic waste into beautiful and functional objects. The two architects spoke to THE Stylemate about collaborating with robots, using waste as a raw material and their vision of a future without wastefulness.