Month: August 2023

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Studio Varey Architects celebrates natural light in Notting Hill house renovation

August 28, 2023 Kate Jacobs 0

London firm Studio Varey Architects has simplified this Victorian terraced house to create a light-filled home in Notting Hill, with timber-framed skylights designed to catch the sun. Set in the Westbourne Conservation Area, Huron House has belonged to its current owners for the last 25 years. The overhaul of the 19th-century building started as a

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A Little History About Kitchenettes

August 28, 2023 Helena Tourinho 0

Housing has always been a significant issue in metropolises. It accommodates the city’s population and can impact other urban concerns, such as the necessary commute between home and work or school.

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Sharjah City Guide: 18 Contemporary and Historical Attractions to Discover in UAE’s Cultural Hub

August 28, 2023 Nour Fakharany 0

Sharjah, the captivating territory in the United Arab Emirates, is a cultural hub that blends tradition with contemporary modernity. Situated on the Arabian coastline, the city is known for its commitment to preserving its rich history, promoting the arts and culture, and providing a platform for creative and intellectual pursuits. In fact, the 2023 Sharjah Architecture Triennial (SAT) will take place from November 11, 2023, to March 10, 2024, under the theme “The Beauty of Impermanence: An Architecture of Adaptability.” The Triennial is curated by Tosin Oshinowo, exploring innovative design solutions emerging from conditions of scarcity in the Global South.

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RATP Habitat Headquarters / Atelier du Pont

August 28, 2023 Paula Pintos 0

RATP Habitat received in 2021 its new headquarters at 158 rue de Bagnolet in Paris’ 20th arrondissement. Atelier du Pont designed a wood frame, three-story building for this project nestled amidst a densely constructed block. Sculpted into different levels, the south-facing terraces make the rooftops fully inhabitable, blending architecture and nature.

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Engawa House / FORarquitectura

August 28, 2023 Benjamin Zapico 0

Where the furrows of the fertile land reveal the stones of the subsoil, a simple and humble dwelling from the late 19th century rises. The imposing modesty of its gaze watches over the agricultural landscape and relates to it by opening its gaps to the territory. 

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Red Dunes Playtopia / Xisui Design

August 28, 2023 Paula Pintos 0

This innovative design showcases undulating red dunes that create an alluring landscape for children’s activities. By seamlessly integrating functional installations within the natural topography, the project evokes the charm of a mountain nest or a jungle treehouse.

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The Niumatang Cultural Station / Atelier RenTian

August 27, 2023 Valeria Silva 0

Niumatang Village is located in the western part of Liyang City, between the two major mountain systems of Caoshan and Wawu Mountain, and is only 25km away from the urban area of Liyang. The villagers are mostly Wenzhou immigrants who migrated here 150 years ago, and the unique inheritance of Oujiang culture constitutes the profound cultural heritage of the village. Afterward, through water system management and land regulation, the geographical characteristics of the village’s current farmland, ponds, and other natural surroundings were established.

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Alabama hotel by Avenir Creative occupies three historic buildings

August 27, 2023 Dan Howarth 0

US studio Avenir Creative has completed the renovation of a historic hotel in Montgomery, Alabama, restoring a trio of buildings in accordance with local heritage. Close to the riverfront, the 117-room Trilogy Montgomery has reopened following an extensive overhaul by Chicago-based Avenir Creative. Three buildings — two early 20th-century warehouses and a Greek revival mansion

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