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Set on the rugged hillside of Akra Pelegri in Chania, the new JW Marriott resort by Athens-based studio Block722 redefines hospitality on the island of Crete. This five-star retreat, spread across nearly 60,000 square meters, is more than a luxury destination, it is a sensitive architectural response to the land, climate, and culture of one […] More
On the coast of the Yellow Sea in Yantai, China, OPEN Architecture has unveiled the Sun Tower, a sculptural and multi-functional cultural venue shaped by light, time, and memory. Rising 50 meters above the shoreline, the structure marks a new chapter in the Yeda Development Zone, serving as a gathering point for residents and visitors […] More
In the heart of Mérida’s historic center, Vistalcielo stands as a quiet triumph of restoration over reinvention. Completed in 2024 by Veinte Diezz Arquitectos, this 155 m² adaptive reuse project transforms a long-abandoned home into a serene vacation rental that favors continuity, light, and local materiality. Rather than erase the past, the architects have chosen […] More
Set against the expanse of an agricultural field in Bolton-Ouest, Quebec, Le Pâturage is a contemporary country residence designed by MUUK Architecture that speaks fluently in the language of its environment. Completed in 2025, the 5,110-square-foot home is shaped by a clear intention: to honor the quiet dignity of rural forms while crafting a sophisticated […] More
Hotel Wuxi MGallery stands as a new icon of culturally immersive luxury in China’s historic Dangkou Ancient Town. Designed by the acclaimed global studios WATG and Wimberly Interiors, the hotel is a remarkable blend of tradition and contemporary elegance, offering guests a unique opportunity to experience the architectural and cultural richness of Jiangnan while enjoying […] 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
Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has won the international architectural competition to design the new arrivals terminal at Vilnius Airport, marking a key step in Lithuania’s long-term infrastructure strategy. The project aligns with the country’s ambition to expand regional air connectivity and reshape the airport into a high-capacity, multimodal gateway for the Baltic region. Currently operating […] More
Design in a Real World marks the debut of VESTIGIA, a new initiative dedicated to connecting collectible design with contemporary art. Curated by designer Jonathan Bocca and hosted at the historic Villa Marie near Vorno, Tuscany, the exhibition presents a dynamic collection of works that reflect the territory’s artisanal legacy while encouraging experimentation across disciplines. […] More
Located in Melbourne, Mahogany House is a deeply personal project conceived by architects and co-founders of R ARCHITECTURE, Vish and Gaurav Rajadhyax. Designed as their own family home, the residence reflects a commitment to sustainable living, multigenerational functionality, and a reverent connection to the landscape. HOUSING The house’s layout centers around three mature trees on […] More
WATG designed Nobu Residences Los Cabos as an extension of the brand’s design language, bringing it into a private residential setting with 60 units located within the grounds of the Nobu Hotel. The architecture carries forward the hotel’s modern minimalism while addressing the site’s intense light, coastal winds, and need for spatial separation. A private […] More
Set in the open plains of Zhangbei County, China, Zhangbei Mirage emerges like an illuminated monolith, an architectural presence shaped by light as much as material. Designed by Beijing-based Puri Lighting Design, the project stands as a study in contrast: a solid concrete core held within an exposed steel framework, its heaviness transformed through a […] More
Awarded the 2025 Maestri Comacini Prize in the category of Restoration and Rehabilitation of Existing Buildings, QuadroDesign HQ – Cabina presents a thoughtful, calibrated intervention that resists spectacle while honoring material clarity and programmatic ambiguity. Designed by studio wok, the project reimagines a disused electrical cabin within the grounds of QuadroDesign’s headquarters in San Maurizio […] More