Located at the eastern edge of the Texas Hill Country, this private wine cave serves as a destination along a secluded bend of the Blanco River. Excavated into the north face of a solid limestone hillside, this shotcrete lined tube is protected on the east and west by tall oak and elm trees, allowing it to nearly disappear within the native landsca...
Red Dot Design Museum in Xiamen is the third Red Dot Design Museum globally and the second in Asia. Different with traditional museum, Red Dot Design Museum mainly exhibit industrial design products that are close to people’s daily life, which naturally inspires us with the relation of consumer culture.
Project name
Red Dot Design Museum · Xiamen
Architecture firm
STEPS Architecture, Network Party
Location
Chengyi International Business Center, No. 502, Xinglinwan Road, Jimei District, Xiamen, Fujian, China
Photography
CreatAR Images (Ai Qing)
Principal architect
Wu Yu, Ji Zixiao
Design team
Cai Kai (Network Party), Li Chenshu (Network Party), Chen Yanping (Network Party), Zeng Tian (Network Party), Zhao Yueming, Li Tao, Zhao Hui, Wang Kaiping, Cheng Guangxiao, Yan Ruiqi, Liu Yu, Sadiq, Wang Bo, Shi Luhang, Li Chunrong
Collaborators
Wayfinding design: out.o studio. Multi-media design: Network Party. Exhibition design: STEPS Architecture, Network Party, Weitian Design.
Material
Fluorocarbon paint, plywood, PC sheet, PVC flooring
Typology
Cultural › Museum
Architects at work: The Concrete Tree House project began with a client seeking more than just a house; they desired a sanctuary that would resonate with their essence and provide a space for cherished moments and devoid of ostentation. This vision prompted a series of thoughtful decisions throughout the planning, detailing, and facade design stage...
Project name
The Concrete Tree House
Architecture firm
Architects at work
Location
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Photography
Inclined Studio
Principal architect
Shweta Pandya, Krishna Patel
Design team
Shweta Pandya, Krishna Patel
Collaborators
Kalpita Patel, Subhadra Sojitra
Interior design
Architects at work
Civil engineer
Archi Engineers & Contractors
Structural engineer
Resolute Consultancy
Environmental & MEP
Energen IQ Projects
Landscape
Architects at work
Material
Concrete, Glass, Metal, Stone, Wood
Typology
Residential › House
Perched majestically on the cliffs overlooking the azure waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, Villa Capri Sun emerges as a testament to architectural ingenuity and natural beauty. Carved intricately into the heart of a seaside cave, this exclusive retreat invites guests to immerse themselves in a world where the rugged charm of Capri's coastline meets the...
Project name
Villa Capri Sun
Architecture firm
Monika Pancheva
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD
Principal architect
Monika Pancheva
Collaborators
Interior Design: Monika Pancheva
Visualization
Monika Pancheva
Typology
Residential › House, Retreat, Vacation House
Sabino 10 is a residence that redefines its spatial boundaries on a narrow plot by maximizing its views. While it appears as a solid facade composed of three hermetic volumes from the outside, inside, this concept undergoes a complete transformation. The house visually expands, optimizing the plot area and offering a sense of unexpected spaciousnes...
Architecture firm
Editorial
Location
Zibatá, Querétaro, Mexico
Principal architect
Galileo Zuart, Santiago Martínez
Structural engineer
Andrés Casal
Tools used
AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator
Material
Concrete, Wood, Marble
Typology
Residential › House
Elegance meets innovation in the second edition of the Design Skill Awards! Are you ready to elevate your design journey to new heights? Open to everyone from well-respected design firms to emerging solo innovators, the Design Skill Awards acknowledge the full spectrum of creative excellence from various corners of the world.
Category
Architecture & Design
Eligibility
Everyone from the globe, professionals and students
Register
https://designskill.org/design-skill-awards/
Awards & Prizes
Certificate of Achivement, personalized logo, award trophy, a fratured spot on our homepage, exclusive landing page, opportunity to grace the covers of future ADC Awards publications
Entries deadline
30 August 2024
Price
Early bird - $120. Advance - $140. Standard - $160. Extended - $180. Late - $200
Discover how fire services play a crucial role in inspecting, responding to, and educating on fire safety in commercial buildings to protect lives and property.
The Local House is a captivating blend of aesthetic discovery, artistic expression and refined functionality. The design puts great emphasis on geometric forms, clean lines and glamorous accents that add a sense of drama and sophistication to the space.
Project name
The Local House Café and Restaurant
Architecture firm
Loop Design Studio
Location
Panchkula, India
Principal architect
Nikhil Pratap Singh, Suvrita Bhardwaj
Design team
Akshita Saklani, Himani Bansal, Rhythm Bansal
Lighting
Oorja Lighting, Urban Ghar Studio
In tucked-away, quiet locations, this exclusive selection of private villas and boutique hotels offers authentically local experiences. The Mediterranean Sea evokes endless days of sunshine, deep blue waters, and cool nights accompanied by wine.
Written by
The Aficionados
Photography
Courtesy of The Aficionados
In the historical building, the spiraling ramp that ascends symbolizes reverence towards the heavens and deities, often referred to as the "Eye of Heaven." Within the atrium of the modern museum, this motif is carried forward through a spiraling descent passageway, serving as a metaphor for delving into the origins of ancient Shu, known as the "Eye...
Project name
Sanxingdui Museum Public Area and Tourist Reception Center（Sanxingdui Museum Public Area Interior Design）
Architecture firm
CSD.DESIGN
Principal architect
Can Zhang, Wenting Li
Design team
Wei Lai, Pengchong Jiang, Jing Yang, Wenjie Dong, Wenjing Liu, Jun Tang, Jinli Fan, Yan Yang, Zhangping Wang, Guangchao Li, Jia Tang, Maoya Xu
Design year
April 2022 to August 2022
Completion year
July 2023
Material
epoxy grinding stone, artistic concrete hanging board, imitation old copper stainless steel, imitation old black iron stainless steel, sound-absorbing coating
Typology
Cultural Architecture > Museum
