Background The proposed building marks the initial phase of a series of interventions outlined in the University’s master plan. The project aimed to enhance the campus’s integration with its surroundings, emphasizing a public square as the main connectivity axis to link the building, campus, and city. Urban Integration The composition comprises three volumes, with two […]
Embarking on a Journey As we navigate through the labyrinth of adulthood, our daily lives often resemble the quest of a traveler, seeking to rediscover the innocence of youth amidst the urban landscape. We yearn to recapture the purity and joy of bygone days, where life unfolded like a fairy tale, and every moment was […]
Introduction The Weissenstein New School Building and Double Sports Hall, designed by Ernst Niklaus Fausch Partner, represent a significant expansion of the Weissenstein school complex. These two independent volumes not only provide essential facilities for the school but also redefine the surrounding space, creating a new schoolyard and events area for both the school and […]
Introduction Situated in the Geographic Information Town of Deqing County, China, the United Nations Geospatial Information Management Forum Permanent Site stands as a symbol of architectural excellence and cultural integration. Designed by UAD, this grand structure serves as a window to showcase the beauty and innovation of Deqing County to the world. Architectural Design The […]
Situated in Funes, Argentina, V174 House by LE Arquitectura stands as a testament to thoughtful design within a gated community. With an area of 388 m², this single-family home, completed in 2023, responds to the unique challenge posed by its large north-facing front. The architects sought to optimize the benefits of this orientation while preserving […]
Historic Context Established in 1768, the Royal Academy of Arts (RA) holds the distinction of being Britain’s oldest arts institution. For over a century, it has been housed in Burlington House, a historic landmark situated on Piccadilly in central London. In 1998, the RA expanded its footprint by acquiring 6 Burlington Gardens, an Italianate building […]
Historical Context The Chiayi Railway Station, Taiwan’s first modern steel-reinforced concrete station, was completed in 1933 without a designated square. However, with the evolution of transportation and increasing transit demands, a square began to form after 1950, becoming a pivotal space in the small town’s landscape. Over the ensuing decades, the square underwent multiple adjustments, […]
Introduction Nautilus, a collaborative project by TEN architects and the City Creative Network (CCN) NGO, has emerged as a vibrant event space along the Vardar River in Skopje, inviting residents and cultural groups to engage in various activities and gatherings. Urban Intervention Situated near the city center, facing prominent landmarks like the Youth Cultural Center […]
OMA (NY), in collaboration with Gomez + Castro Arquitectos, has been chosen to masterplan Bogotá Centro Administrativo Nacional (CAN) in Colombia. Spanning an area equivalent to Washington DC’s National Mall, CAN will function as a mixed-use civic center, featuring government headquarters, residential spaces, educational institutions, retail outlets, and cultural venues. Visionary Approach Shohei Shigematsu, director-in-charge […]
Nestled within the rugged mountain ridges overlooking the serene Lake of Tota in Colombia, Punta Casitas Cabin 1 emerges as a testament to architectural ingenuity. Crafted by Yemail Arquitectura in 2022, this cabin encompasses an area of 549 ft² and stands at an elevation of 3015 meters above sea level. Embracing Nature’s Mystique Situated at […]
