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With Lighthouse, Eindhoven gains a new vertical marker that signals both arrival and continuity within the evolving Strijp-S district. Rising 109 metres, the tower is now the city’s tallest residential building, positioned strategically between the Klokgebouw and the Machinekamer to define the entrance to the neighbourhood. Designed by De Zwarte Hond, Lighthouse concludes the long-term […] More
Set into the wooded slope of Jackson’s Fondren neighborhood, Fountainhead stands as one of the most disciplined and site-responsive houses in Frank Lloyd Wright’s late residential work. Designed in 1948 and completed in 1954 for J. Willis Hughes, the house belongs to Wright’s Usonian lineage, yet it departs from the notion of repetition or standardization. […] More
Set on an elevated portion of a rural site in Mendiolaza, Córdoba, Casa BP positions itself as a measured architectural response to topography, climate, and landscape. Designed by Santiago Bertotti, the residence occupies a gently sloping terrain, using height and orientation to frame expansive views while maintaining a controlled relationship with access and approach. Rather […] More
For the hé Retail Store in Shenzhen, LubanEra·Design approaches retail as a spatial experience rather than a fixed program. The interior rejects rigid functional zoning in favor of an environment where movement, perception, and identity guide the visitor. Under the direction of Hongbo Chen, the project translates the brand’s feminine language into a spatial composition […] More
Spanning three floors in the heart of Seongsu (Seoul, South Korea), H&M’s new flagship store is a radical reimagining of retail as a cultural experience, realized in partnership with architecture practice SKYnoa. The project stands as a compelling intersection of fashion, art, and innovation, capturing the dynamic spirit of Seoul’s most energetic district while offering […] More
Portugal-based architect Vasco Lima Mayer and his practice have completed a remarkable renovation of an apartment in Cascais (Portugal), with photography by Luís Nobre Guedes. The project stands as a sophisticated example of how thoughtful design can elevate everyday living, seamlessly integrating architecture and interior design to create an environment defined by serenity and […] More
Lemay’s design for the new welcome pavilion at Saint Joseph’s Oratory achieves a delicate balance: it honors the site’s cultural heritage while embracing the needs of contemporary visitors. The pavilion’s luminous architecture, thoughtful material choices, and deep respect for place establish it as both a monument and an open threshold, a gateway that welcomes all […] More
Barra Apartment, designed by Paulo Martins Arquitectura & Design, transforms a four-storey building overlooking Praia da Barra into an intimate contemporary retreat. The project reimagines the original structure, anchoring the residence in its coastal context while offering a renewed sense of serenity and sophistication. The approach is rooted in a deep understanding of place, allowing […] More
The Bridge Tower in Warsaw (Poland), designed by UNS for Ghelamco and delivered in collaboration with Projekt Polsko-Belgijska Pracownia Architektury, establishes a striking new presence in the city’s skyline. Rising 174 metres, this contemporary office tower seamlessly connects with the historic Bellona building, a former printing house and protected monument—via a double-height glazed lobby. The […] More
In Vera, Santa Fe, Argentina, the new Judicial Morgue emerges as a nuanced exercise in architectural sensitivity. Conceived by the Architectural Office of the Judiciary of Santa Fe, the project confronts the challenge of designing for a program often relegated to the periphery of public awareness. Completed in 2024, the building occupies a 5,000 m² […] More
Drawing on the lyrical imagery of Kunqu, one of China’s oldest operatic forms, the design by SoBA (Soft Build Architects) reimagines the iconic water sleeves as spatial gestures. The park’s terrain undulates with abstracted forms that echo the billowing sleeves, translating centuries-old choreography into concrete and greenery. This narrative-driven approach anchors the park in local […] More
L’Échouage Residence is situated on a slender promontory along the north shore of the St. Lawrence River in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Quebec (Canada). The site is defined by its dramatic setting between two sandy bays and scattered glacial boulders, with a mature maple grove providing intimacy and shelter. The location’s direct relationship with the river, reinforced by […] More