Richard Parr Architects remodels Edwardian house for Rapha founder Simon Mottram

July 3, 2018 Natashah Hitti 0

A century-old house in north London has been overhauled by Richard Parr Architects, to create a home for the founder of cycling brand Rapha and his family. Simon Mottram and his wife Lucy asked for the double-fronted Edwardian-era house, which is located in the Mapesbury conservation area, to be completely remodelled. Their brief was to refurbish and restyle the house to

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Quinta do Golfe House / Solange Cálio Arquitetos

July 3, 2018 Daniel Tapia 0

Located in the Quinta do Golfe II, a private condominium in São José do Rio Preto (SP/Brazil), this high standard residence features the refinement that surrounds all architecture, in the minimalist line of the architect Solange Cálio, and in the organic landscaping of Luciano Fiaschi. The initial concept of the project started with the integration of indoor environments with the garden and the pool area. This was achieved thanks to the large free spans, which are enclosed by wide floor-ceiling frames.

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This Instagram Celebrates a Unique Style of Architectural Illustration

July 3, 2018 Collin Abdallah 0

Instagram and social media are fundamentally changing the way we design in the 21st century. There is an inspirational component to the content we see and cite on the internet, but beyond the pretty pictures lies an opportunity for growth and learning. Zean Macfarlane (@zeanmacfarlane) has found his niche on Instagram somewhere in the middle. The “daily architecture” posts feature process sketches, articulated elevations, and graphic design; but the fun doesn’t stop there.

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7 Notable Unbuilt Structures Brought to Life in New Renders

July 3, 2018 Dima Stouhi 0

It only takes a pen, paper, and an innovative mind to create remarkable structures. Bringing these architectures to life, however, is where challenges arise. While some architects have shown their creativity and ambition by designing and constructing some of the craziest structures the world has ever seen, other architects were only left with an ambitious drawing. Whether due to financial limitations or designs that are way ahead of their time, some projects never saw the light of day.

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Download All of COAM Architecture Journal’s Issues From the Last 100 Years for Free

July 3, 2018 Javier García Librero 0

The College of Architects of Madrid (COAM) has made the initial digitization process of their Architecture Journal public, making one of the most important and influential Spanish architectural publications of the twentieth century available to everyone. COAM is a publication known as a platform for debate, thought, and a vital resource for architects, urban planners, and professionals from other closely related sectors.