Handmade bricks bring flexibility in offering durability along with adding a statement yet timeless feel to any space. It not only adds personality to modern interior and exterior settings but also adds to the grace of imperial structures.
Written by
Charlotte William
Photography
Esteban Castle
Karai was conceptualised to provide an experience of living in the palms of mother earth. Built hands-on this weekend home located in the serene vicinity of coastal Kuvathur, about eighty kilometres from Chennai, was conceived as a simple experiment with techniques that felt native yet contemporary to the region.
Architecture firm
RAIN Studio of Design, Chennai
Location
ECR, Kuvathur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Photography
Yash R Jain, Ekansh Goel
Principal architect
Sriram Adhitya, Vamsi Krishna
Design team
Sriram Adhitya, Vamsi Krishna, Ankita Alessandra Bob, Gokulraj Vijayakumar
Structural engineer
Pentalpha Consultants
Landscape
RAIN Studio of Design
Material
CSEB Masonry, Mangalore roof tiles, Kota, Red sandstone, Yellow Jaisalmer stone, Oxide finishes
Typology
Residential › Private Farmhouse
Situated in Foshan, China, the project is designed for a tile brand which has a history of over 30 years. Conceived with the concept of a "quarry pit", the three-story atrium unveils a narrative scenario that conveys the brand culture.The design draws inspiration from an intriguing quarry scenario. A gift from the wonderful nature, rocks are quarri...
Project name
OUMEI Ceramics Headquarters
Architecture firm
FOSHAN TOPWAY DESIGN
Location
Guangdong, China
Principal architect
Wang Zhike, Li Xiaoshui
Typology
Commercial › Headquarters
Seamlessly slotting into Tinos’ wild and remote surroundings, design hotel Under The Sun –a member of THE AFICIONADOS– is a raw and natural addition to this dramatic cliff-scape where Aegean blues blend sky with sea and a rugged architecture creates the perfect setting for a soulful escape.
Written by
The Aficionados
Photography
Courtesy of Under The Sun Cycladic Village, a member of The Aficionados
Located in the Condomínio Quinta da Baroneza, in Bragança Paulista (SP), MG Residence, designed by Gilda Meirelles Arquitetura, is a one-story house where all environments are interconnected in a fluid way, delivering a house with the atmosphere of modern life in the countryside. Based on the client's desire to live in a single-story house, the 600...
Project name
Residência MG (MG Residence)
Architecture firm
Gilda Meirelles Arquitetura
Location
Condomínio Quinta da Baroneza, Bragança Paulista, São Paulo, Brazil
Photography
Evelyn Müller
Collaborators
Hydraulic and Electrical Projects: Guimaro; Metallic structure: Alufer; Coverage: Alwitra; Flooring: Portobello; Aluminum Windows and Doors: JMar
Structural engineer
Engecalc
Construction
CPA Engenharia
Material
Brick, concrete, glass, wood, stone
Typology
Residential › House
While preserving the original structure of the building, Giant Design has created a clean and minimalist facade that emphasizes the essence of the architecture.
Project name
900 m² Mountain Villa
Architecture firm
Giant Design
Location
Foshan, Guangdong, China
Principal architect
Li Xiaojie, Hu Zhiqiang
Completion year
April 2023
Collaborators
Brand Consultant: YL BRAND. Customization Consultant: Sammy’s - Kong Zhenzhen. Tile Consultant: Florina - Li Wenjing. Paint Consultant: TASSANI - Li Xiaojie. Soft Decoration Consultant: Gabor - Chen Weiye. Bathroom Consultant: KALANDEX - Villeroy & Boch – Apple. Main Furniture: B&O Beoplay, X＋Q Art, Akari, Flos, ARSDEN, Vitra, Stellar works, occhio. Model: Luo Lingjun. Copywriter: Xiao An
Lighting
CDN Light - Deng Juan
Typology
Residential › House
The SARP Award of the Year for Micro Tenement House, designed by BXB Studio Bogusław Barnaś. The SARP Award of the Year is given by The Association of Polish Architects for a building or a group of buildings constructed and completed in the previous calendar year, 2022, on the territory of the Republic of Poland, showcasing significant architectura...
Project name
Micro Tenement House
Architecture firm
BXB Studio
Photography
Piotr Krajewski
Principal architect
Bogusław Barnaś
Design team
Bogusław Barnaś, Magdalena Fuchs, Justyna Duszyńska, Urszula Furmanik, Mateusz Zima, Kamil Makowiec, Anna Hydzik, Anna Mędrala, Kinga Żuk, Marzia Tocca, Paula Wróblewska, Maros Mitro, Anna Velcheva, Eva Allerhand, Miquel Alberto, Raquel Astasio Luna
Typology
Residential › House
Zhongmeishan, originating from Wudaokou in Beijing, has opened its first upgraded brand store in Olympic North, which is a high-end living area in Beijing. In order to meet the needs of the high-end customer group in this area,the brand invited FUNUN LAB, an interior design brand which has been deeply involved in the catering space in Beijing for m...
Project name
Zhongmeishan self-service BBQ PLUS
Architecture firm
FUNUN LAB
Location
Beijing Linao CITY PARK Shopping Center, China
Principal architect
Fan Jie
Design team
Liu Zhaoping ,Liu Najun
Interior design
FUNUN LAB
Typology
Hospitality › Restaurant
The Flying Line is an architectural solution that integrates the plots in a natural way to lead to the determining location of the Long Beach. The shading structure of the stadium, as a central design element, was inspired by the frequent paragliding activities present in the Long Beach.
Project name
The Flying Line Stadium
Architecture firm
Maden Group
Location
Ulcinj, Montenegro
Tools used
ArchiCAD, Autodesk 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Ideal Vejsa (Msc.Arch), Egon Dana (Bsc.Arch), Hana Gjikolli (Bsc.Arch)
Design team
Salmir Mujanovic, Besmir Konjuhaj, Shpat Ademaj, Blerina Muriqi, Auron Jashanica, Besarb Qerimi, Rina Brovina, Lirijan Ibrahimi, Adissa Hajdari, Sihana Metrama, Riona Cuci
Collaborators
Professional Consultant: Arber Shita (Arch). Structural Consultant: Zijadin Guri (Civil Ing.). Local Consultant: Arbra Avdiu (Msc. Arch)
Visualization
Maden Group
Client
Ulcinj Municipality
Typology
Sports Architecture › Stadium
Architects WindsorPatania are designing the future of education with their latest project, Extended Reality Lab (XR Lab) for Eastern Colleges Group. Students have started to explore the awe-inspiring facilities comprising of four distinct areas: an Immersion Lab, a Collaboration Theatre, a Green Room, and a Conference Room. XR Lab’s facilities prio...
Project name
Extended Reality Lab (XR Lab)
Architecture firm
WindsorPatania
Photography
WindsorPatania, Mark Hadden Photography
Principal architect
Giovanni Patania
Design team
Giovanni Patania, Fares Issa
Collaborators
Giovanni Patania, Fares Issa
Interior design
WindsorPatania
Structural engineer
Gawn Associates
Environmental & MEP
G&G Design Services
Lighting
PHOS, Commercial Lighting
Supervision
Fusion Project Management
Tools used
Microstation, Autodesk 3ds Max, V-ray
Construction
Coulson Building Group
Material
Polish Paster, Steel Structure
Client
Eastern Colleges Group
Typology
Education Facilities
