South African architecture firm SAOTA has concluded a successful learning exchange in the Chengdu region of China as part of its 2024 Global Lecture Tour.
Mona Khajeh, a Master of Architecture and accomplished architectural designer, has emerged as a visionary in sustainable and residential architecture. Her approach, guided by the belief that a home should be a 'Place of Peace and Rest,' embraces diverse influences, from modern design principles to the cultural and environmental nuances of her nativ...
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Liliana Alvarez
Located in the Liceu neighborhood, Aveiro, in the intersection of Rua de São Sebastião and Avenida de Oita, a plot of land with a vacant house was awaiting urban redevelopment.
Architecture firm
GRAU.ZERO Arquitectura
Location
Aveiro, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Sérgio Manuel Nobre
Collaborators
Joana Barbedo, Rui Pacheco, Paula Pereira
Structural engineer
J.pino – Engenharia Lda
Construction
Brisa de ieias, Lda
Supervision
Rogério Silva
Typology
Residential › Apartments
Sara Pourasadian: A shopping mall inspired by the visionary work of Tom Wiscombe is a stunning fusion of form, function, and artistic expression. With its dynamic, geometric architecture, this space challenges traditional designs, embracing fluidity, bold angles, and sculptural forms that capture the essence of modern architecture.
Project name
Red Opal Shopping Mall
Architecture firm
Sara Pourasadian
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Sara Pourasadian
Visualization
Sara Pourasadian
Typology
Commercial › Shopping Mall
Nuno Nascimento Architecture: Nestled in the heart of Arroios, Lisbon, Apartment RL is a recently completed residential renovation project that exudes serenity and charm. This two-bedroom haven boasts a tranquil oasis in its backyard, providing a perfect escape from the bustling city life.
Project name
Apartment RL
Architecture firm
Nuno Nascimento Architecture
Location
Arroios, Lisbon, Portugal
Photography
Francisco Nogueira
Principal architect
Nuno Nascimento
Collaborators
Marcelo Ribas, Arcelindo Gomes, Anabela Antunes
Environmental & MEP engineering
Typology
Residential › Apartment
My proposal for the London urban landmark competition blends historical reverence with contemporary innovation, drawing inspiration from iconic structures like Westminster Palace and Big Ben. The design merges these historical influences with parametric architecture, offering panoramic views and serving as a multifunctional hub.
Project name
Arches of time the modern landmark in the heart of london
Architecture firm
Rezvan Yarhaghi
Visualization
Rezvan Yarhaghi
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Design team
Rezvan Yarhaghi
Interior design
Rezvan Yarhaghi
Client
AI in Practice Competition
Typology
Mixed-Use Development
Two famous modern architects worked on its architectural concept: the main author of the project Sergey Kuznetsov and his co-author Ivan Grekov. All the facades of the building are made of glass, the glazing area is more than 35 thousand square meters.
Project name
Lomonosov Cluster in Moscow
Architecture firm
author of the project Sergey Kuznetsov, co-author Ivan Grekov (KAMEN ARCHITECS)
Photography
Daniel Annenkov
Principal architect
Sergey Kuznetsov
Design team
Elchin Akperov, Evgeny Makarov, Nikita Nesterov, Pavel Lavrov
Client
The City of Moscow
Typology
Educational Architecture › University Cluster, Industrial and Technical Center (ITC)
The work is located on the picturesque Atlantic coast of Buenos Aires, with the particularity of being in the middle of the forest in the town of Mar Azul, where the pine trees are caressed by the sea breeze throughout the year.
Project name
Casa Fruto Del Bosque
Architecture firm
Barrionuevo Villanueva Arquitectos
Location
Mar Azul, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Photography
Gonzalo Viramonte
Principal architect
Juan Villanueva, Nicolás Barrionuevo
Design team
Juan Villanueva, Nicolás Barrionuevo
Collaborators
M.M.O. Adrián Godoy
Structural engineer
Andrés Moscatelli
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop
Material
Concrete, Brick, Steel
Client
Yanina Sciamarella
Typology
Residential › House
Chris Shao Studio: A Japanese chef and a Chinese pastry chef dare to do French-Japanese cuisine (in Paris and now China). Opening a second to their Michelin-recognized Parisian restaurant in Shanghai.
Architecture firm
Chris Shao Studio LLC
Location
Zhangyuan W14, Shanghai, China
Photography
Zhu Hai Studio
Interior design
Chris Shao Studio LLC
Material
Venetian Plaster,Rustic Tile, Gradient Lacquer, hand carved wood veneer
Typology
Hospitality › Restaurant
TAOA: This project involves the renovation of an old building into a vacation destination. The original building, featuring a concrete frame, is nestled within a dense coastal forest in northern China, surrounded by a serene and secluded natural landscape. Just a few hundred meters beyond the forest lies the vast sea.
Project name
Resea · Chic Space
Location
Resea, Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province, China
Principal architect
Tao Lei
Design team
Tao Lei, Chen Zhen, Meng Xiangrui, Tao Ye, Cui Xiang, Zhang Mengying, He Xiaotian, Gao Wenzhuo, Liu Hong (intern)
Completion year
Sep. 2023
Lighting
Lucent Worldwide (Shenzhen) / Zhao Ning
Material
beige stone, outdoor bamboo flooring (DA ZHUANG), handmade tile (ENERGY)
Typology
Commercial Architecture
