A library has emerged on the east coast of Japan that is not only profound in terms of its book collection, but also its location. The Library in the Earth is located underground and conceals a spectacular wooden dome.
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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.
An unusual, cylindrical project will be a new eye-catcher in Stockholm’s skyline: The Stadsljus residential tower, spectacularly designed by Cobe and Yellon, will create contemporary living space.
The Upper House will permanently change the cityscape of Brisbane, Australia. Koichi Takada Architects are harmonising the history of the country, nature and urban life.
At the very tip of Java Island stands Amsterdam’s wooden Flatiron building, Hotel Jakarta. The heart of this energy-neutral 4-star hotel is a subtropical garden.