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RRD 03 House / Paulo Henrique Paranhos

March 1, 2024 Susanna Moreira 0

In a noble residential sector in Brasília, this residence is part of an architectural ensemble to be built on a farm. It is a large enough area to construct four residences on plots of approximately 2,000m² each, in addition to the common-use area with access roads, sidewalks, squares, and generous landscaped green areas. 

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Campus-Kindergarten Merseburg / Aline Hielscher Architektur

March 1, 2024 Pilar Caballero 0

Urban context. The University of Applied Sciences in Merseburg has approximately 3,000 students. The campus is characterized by the typical postmodern prefabricated blocks of the 50s and 60s – some have already been renovated or demolished. A few buildings are still preserved in their original condition. Next to one of the dormitories is an annex with two levels. This former north-south-oriented telephone station is now repurposed as a new nursery school for the Association of Student Services.

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Stef Claes models rural Belgian home on mid-century modern architecture

March 1, 2024 Katie Last 0

Geneva-based architect Stef Claes took cues from mid-century and local architecture to create House in the Fields, a low-lying home in the Belgian countryside. Set within a wide agricultural landscape, the home has white-painted walls and black accents, which Claes said draws on mid-century modern buildings in the United States. Meanwhile, more traditional elements including a

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Marks & Spencer wins rights to demolish Oxford Street flagship

March 1, 2024 Lizzie Crook 0

Breaking news: Marks & Spencer has been granted permission by the High Court to demolish its flagship store on Oxford Street, quashing the government’s refusal of planning permission for a new shop. The High Court ruled that the rejection of Marks & Spencer’s demolition plans by the UK’s levelling up secretary Michael Gove was unlawful,

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“Subtle luxury” defines Rachel Boston jewellery store

March 1, 2024 Clara Finnigan 0

Interior design studio Hollie Bowden Interiors has created fine jeweller Rachel Boston’s flagship store and showroom in London. Located in Shoreditch’s Redchurch Street, the store is split into four main areas – the retail space, private appointment area, workshop and office space for the jeweller’s team of 12. The store aims to blend a neutral

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Dr.Vishnuvardhan Memorial Complex / M9 Design Studio

March 1, 2024 Hana Abdel 0

In the heart of rural tranquility in Mysore, a visionary project has taken shape to commemorate the iconic actor Dr. Vishnuvardhan. This memorial transcends its role as a mere architectural endeavor; it is a testament to the transformative power of design in fostering community dialogue and social change.

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How Los Angeles is Addressing the Affordable Housing Crisis

March 1, 2024 Carla Bonilla Huaroc 0

Cities in the United States are short of millions of housing units. Compounded by other factors, this shortage is radically increasing the cost of both renting and buying houses. Los Angeles is no exception; with 74% of its land zoned exclusively for single-family homes, multifamily housing construction is limited to an extremely small swath of the city, making the construction of new affordable housing difficult. Complex multi-year permit approval processes often make these projects even less feasible.

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Espina Pavilion / Emiliano Domínguez + Santiago Martínez

March 1, 2024 Pilar Caballero 0

Espina emerges from the synergy of different elements that interact to achieve structural and visual balance. It is a pavilion without a defined program, serving the sole purpose of providing shade and directing views toward the horizon. With a minimal footprint of only 21 sqm of built area, Espina offers a panoramic view of three hundred and sixty degrees, connecting the user with the mountain landscape.