Kitchen upgrades may seem expensive, but these changes are often meant for the long term. If you are driven more by practical reasons than aesthetics, chances are you'll continue using one feature for as long as possible unless it's necessary to change.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
Origami Bar is located on Middle Huaihai Road near the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, the owner is a young man with a perfect score of "alcoholism". After quitting his job and looking back on his rich life experiences, he had the idea of opening a bar.
Architecture firm
Tens Atelier
Principal architect
Tan Chen, YUI
Design team
Guo Ankey, Li Zhengzhi
Material
Art Paint, Blue Marble, Stainless Steel, Glass Tile
Typology
Hospitality › Bar
The Onyx HQ in the 1907 building, located in historic downtown Rogers, is an ambitious assemblage of different uses, including cafe, speakeasy, cocktail lounge, classroom, bakery, cupping lab, roastery, offices, event space and prep kitchen.
Project name
Onyx HQ Cafe + Roastery
Architecture firm
Bradley Edwards Architect
Location
101 E. Walnut St. Rogers, Arkansas, USA
Photography
Andrew Camarillo
Principal architect
Bradley Edwards
Design team
Bradley Edwards Architect, Bradley Edwards, Lucky Mcmahon, Kelly Reed
Collaborators
Jon Allen, Onyx Coffee Lab
Interior design
Bradley Edwards Architect
Structural engineer
Civil Engineer: Nate Bachelor, Cei Engineering Associats Inc; Structural Engineer: Justin Hall, Hall Engineering Group, Ltd
Environmental & MEP
Greg Anderson, Ga Engineers, Inc
Lighting
Bradley Edwards Architect
Visualization
Bradley Edwards Architect
Construction
Michael Ames, Stronghold Llc
Typology
Hospitality › Cafe, Hospitality, Office, Mixed Use
Nestled within a lakeside setting, Log Tavern Pond House draws inspiration from its mid-century neighbors—many of which reflect the Usonian principles pioneered by Frank Lloyd Wright. Echoing their long, low proportions, natural materials, and luminous interiors, the design establishes a strong dialogue with its architectural context.
Project name
Log Tavern Pond House
Architecture firm
Specht Novak
Location
Milford, Pennsylvania, USA
Principal architect
Scott Specht, Jakeb Novak
Structural engineer
Schoenagel & Schoenagel
Construction
Joybeck Custom Builders
Material
Charred Shou Sugi Ban, Stucco
Typology
Residential › House
Your bathroom transformation does not have to sacrifice style for functionality. You can go for strategic updates with bathroom tiles, most especially the hexagon floor tile, one of the hottest trends for achieving that fresh, modern look you always want.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
This project is an exquisite architectural endeavor that seamlessly blends contemporary luxury with natural serenity. Designed to be a breathtaking architectural site, it captures the essence of modern minimalism while embracing organic materials, neutral tones, and an intimate connection with its surroundings.
Project name
Harmonia Villa
Architecture firm
Abd Archviz Studio
Location
Gilan, North of Iran
Tools used
Autodeks 3ds Max, Corona Renderer, Adobe Photoshop, tyDiffusion
Principal architect
Hamid Abd
Design team
Abd Archviz Studio
Typology
Residential › Villa
Located in Tribeca, New York City, this 1,900-square-foot loft occupies the sixth floor of a historic warehouse building constructed in 1920. The building features thick brick exterior walls, arched interior bearing walls, and floors and ceilings framed with rough-sawn solid wood timbers.
Project name
Leonard Street Loft
Architecture firm
Christopher Jeffrey Architects pllc
Location
Tri-beca, Manhattan, New York, USA
Photography
Celeste Godoy Photography
Design team
Christopher Jeffrey, Emilio Dominguez
Interior design
Christopher Jeffrey Architects pllc
Structural engineer
Jack Green Associates
Construction
TC Browne & Co.
Typology
Residential › Loft
The Goodtown house is a beautifully crafted, texturally rich contemporary courtyard home in the sought-after suburb of Rochedale, 17km south- east of Brisbane. The large 1,900 m² plot situated on the corner of Goodtown street and Grieve road with large imposing neighbouring homes, presented a challenging design brief to the architects.
Project name
Goodtown House
Architecture firm
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Location
Rochedale, Brisbane, Australia
Photography
Andy McPherson Studio
Principal architect
Jacob Jooste
Interior design
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Material
Timber, Charred Timber, Glass, Steel & Render
Typology
Residential › Courtyard House
Nestled high among the ancient giants of the Amazon rainforest, our unique villa offers an unparalleled escape into nature. Built on the sturdy trunks of centuries-old trees, this enchanting retreat allows you to immerse yourself in the lush greenery and vibrant wildlife of one of the world's most biodiverse ecosystems.
Project name
Enchanted Treehouse Retreat in the Heart of the Amazon
Architecture firm
Norouzdesign Architecture Studio
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Mohammadreza Norouz
Design year
February 2025
Typology
Hospitality, Tourist Complex
: “This villa gently floating within the heart of nature, where space and time are no longer separate entities but rather intertwined in perfect harmony. The design is not merely a structure; it is a living, breathing canvas, where every element—water, air, and earth—comes together to evoke deep emotions.
Project name
Echoes of Nature Villa
Architecture firm
Studio MAJARA
Location
Alto Adige, Italy
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Shiva Nafari
Design team
Studio MAJARA Architects
Typology
Residential › Villa
