Month: April 2022

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Design Unit Studio / STA

April 8, 2022 Hana Abdel 0

The idea of the space began with the client’s brief, which was to have a very flexible office that could be easily transformed into an exhibition space or a place where he could organize small events, workshops, movie screenings, etc. We proposed the curtain as the main architectural element that could divide the space in a very soft way and enable the flexibility that was required. As soon as we started to explore fabric, its potential, and how to enhance its characteristics we started to think about a curved form.

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Yuxuan Bridge Tong Guan Stage & Xuan Xing Tower / Atelier Diameter

April 7, 2022 Collin Chen 0

The Starry Sky Mirror Park in Lin-gang Special Area of Shanghai is embedded with two themes: sponge city ecological technology and astronomical observation. This project is located in Section B, the northern bank of the only wetland in the park. It includes a stage, a tower, and a bridge. The stage is named “Tong Guan” in Chinese, inviting people to gaze at the stars, watch the birds, and enjoy the view of the wetland together with their loved ones all at this very veranda; the only high point in the park is the observatory tower, whose Chinese name “Xuan Xing” depicts the motion of the stars; “Yu Xuan” is the name of the bridge, suggesting the form of the bridge is light as bird-feather.

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How to Best Manage Your Architecture Firm’s Finances?

April 7, 2022 Sara Kolata 0

Well managed firm finances can be a raise to glory but if you fail at keeping them under control they quickly turn into a silent assassin. Why? Because, since as architects we don’t get much business education in school one of the common downfalls prove to be mismanaged finances.

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Accessory Dwelling Unit Re-Think / Yeh-Yeh-Yeh Architects

April 7, 2022 Bianca Valentina Roșescu 0

ADU as we understand from the term “Accessory Dwelling Unit” implies an accessory house that belongs to the main house. Our initial design was driven by rethinking the value of ADU not as a secondary house and discovering any overlooked aspects that might be interesting and effective in design. There are many reasons people are building ADU, but the intended use of this ADU is for a rental unit. Therefore, we constantly envisioned the future potential renters and their lifestyles when we design the building.

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Luxurious Neoclassical Interiors That Are Styled To Impress

April 7, 2022 HD Staff 0

High-end finishes, designer furniture, spectacular modern chandeliers, fine classic detailing, and exquisite styling shape this inspirational collection of luxury neoclassical home interiors. Home tour number one begins in a book lover’s living room with elegant arch windows that stretch from floor-to-ceiling. A chic marble TV wall and linear modern fireplace create a sleek lounge, whilst […]

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Casa Auta / Meius Arquitetura

April 7, 2022 Andreas Luco 0

The client’s desire was to make the best use of the land through construction for lease, making it possible to occupy both as a residence and for commercial use. In this way, a study of the municipal legislation and taking into account the program desired by the client, solar orientation, specificities of the lot and surroundings, and financial issues, a design strategy was defined as a building composed of two floors and the occupation of the lateral distances. , proposing the lighting of the environments through two internal patios, each one located in the respective lateral borders of the land. The main patio works as an integrating element of the en¬tire building, allowing the entry of natural light and the visual connection between the environments. The openings proposed in the front facade also enhance the lighting of the building as well as the contact between the interior and the exterior.