In the heart of Paris’s 15th arrondissement, PAREIL, the multidisciplinary architecture studio founded by Caroline Weill and Laetitia Paradis, has completed VAU Project, a sensitive reconfiguration of a 20th-century apartment that distills their shared vision of architecture as both material and emotional craft. The studio, based between Paris and Marseille, defines each project through a […] More
Located in a heritage-listed building in Bilbao, RA Apartment by BAT Architecture presents a refined study of balance, between preservation and innovation, ornament and restraint, memory and the present. The 305-square-metre residence redefines the classical vocabulary of its era, transforming an early 20th-century home into an example of classical modernity that bridges history and contemporary […] More
Stene Alexopoulos, a Franco-Greek studio, unveiled an Athenian penthouse renovation with direct views of the Acropolis. The apartment sits in Plaka, Athens’ historic district known as the “neighborhood of the gods.” Located near the Byzantine Church of Saint Catherine and Tripodon Street, considered the oldest street in Europe still in use, the project embraces a […] More
After serving as Porto’s Civil Court for more than a decade, the building at Rua de Santa Catarina 1299 has taken on a new identity as Vila Catarina Apartments under the direction of Masslab. The architecture office adapted much of the existing structure and created a 16-unit long-stay apartment hotel. The project takes shape […] More
When it comes to vacation rentals, first impressions matter. The way you decorate your flat can directly impact bookings, reviews, and repeat guests. Décor choices influence how your property photographs for listings and how comfortable it feels once guests arrive, shaping both initial interest and lasting impressions. Here are some of the best ways to […] More
Zaha Hadid Architects has designed a 21-storey tower for a new urban proposal presented by Sierra Blanca Estates in the El Bulto area of Malaga. Positioned next to the city’s port railway line, the site forms part of Malaga’s larger effort to transform its industrial port into a residential zone with cultural and recreational facilities. […] More
Dama Studio Associati reimagined a Roman apartment by using color as a central element in both design and atmosphere. The studio took a measured approach, selecting every tone and surface treatment to work in harmony with the apartment’s existing furnishings and finishes. The result is a chromatic environment where deep, saturated colors define the character […] More
In the Nusle district of Prague, a modest courtyard gallery house has undergone a transformation that’s both sensitive and boldly contemporary. Led by Plus One Architects, the renovation of Boleslavova 3 preserves the building’s early 20th-century character while injecting it with purposeful interventions and modern spatial logic. What was once a neglected residential structure is […] More
Pininfarina, the legendary Italian design house, brings its signature vision to architecture in Brazil with Atto Design by Pininfarina, a boutique residential project developed in collaboration with Origem Incorporadora. Featuring just 20 exclusive homes, Atto is poised to become a new icon of contemporary design and refined coastal living in Rio de Janeiro’s Barra de […] More
The Caulaincourt apartment, reimagined by RMGB design duo Baptiste Rischmann and Guillaume Gibert, sits near Sacré Cœur and was designed for clients returning to Paris after years abroad. These figures from the fashion world wanted to reconnect with a classic Parisian atmosphere, while also reflecting their eclectic tastes and appreciation for Italian design. The project […] More
Andrew Franz of Andrew Franz Architect (AFA) speaks with ARCHISCENE Magazine about the renovation of a 1950s Greenwich Village pied-à-terre overlooking Washington Square Park. In this exclusive interview with editor Zarko Davinic, he unpacks the challenges of reworking a compact post-war apartment and shares how thoughtful spatial planning, rich textures, and sculptural forms brought the […] More
Architectkidd, a Bangkok-based studio, redirects attention in Southeast Asia’s fast-paced construction industry by focusing on sandwash cement rather than the usual concrete and steel. Through recent explorations, the studio challenges perceptions and proves that this modest material still holds relevance, especially in interior applications. Sandwash cement, often confused with exposed aggregate concrete, consists of small […] More