UAE-based sustainable and technology-driven home maintenance specialist Hitches & Glitches (H&G), part of the Farnek Group, has witnessed an unprecedented increase in demand for home maintenance in Dubai’s luxury residential property sector.
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Hitches and Glitches
Chukum, a traditional finishing technique that uses the resin from the Chukum tree (Havardia albicans), is not just a method of construction but a reflection of a sustainable way of living.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
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Casa Sisal - Hacienda Sac Chich by Reyes Ríos + Larraín Arquitectos. Image © Pim Schalkwijk
The prestigious INSPIRELI Schindler's Ark Competition has proudly announced its finalists, showcasing remarkable talent from around the world. Out of 243 participants, representing 28 countries, 150 visionary projects were submitted, culminating in the selection of 30 outstanding finalists.
Written by
Marina Vahalova
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Courtesy of INSPIRELI AWARDS, Ark_finalist_Ana Belén Juárez, Emilia Gutiérrez González
adali's transformation from a vintage house into a culinary haven through adaptive reuse is not just a renovation; it's a testament to the art of preservation and innovation. Each facet of this transformation, meticulously curated to pay homage to the late 60s era while embracing modern sustainability principles.
Project name
The newest culinary gem, Kadali
Architecture firm
Sona Reddy Studio
Location
Kadali, Hyderabad, India
Principal architect
Sona Reddy
Typology
Hospitality › Restaurant
This project is located in a historical and cultural block in Shaoxing, renowned as Wang Xizhi’s Native Place. The construction includes the improvement and upgrading of the former Cai Yuanpei Square, the renovation and refurbishment of Jiemin Cinema, and the new srtuctures of Jiemin Library.
Project name
Cai Yuanpei Square and Jiemin Library
Architecture firm
Architectural Design & Research Institute of Zhejiang University (UAD)
Location
Jiefang North Road, Yuecheng District, Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
Design team
Leas Architect: Hu Huifeng. Architecture: Zhang Chenfan, Zhu Jinyun, Wang Yuxuan
Collaborators
Drainage: Yi Jiasong , Cai Ang. HVAC: Pan Dahong , Li Yongmei. Electrical: Zhang Wei, Qian Kun. Intellectualization: Li Xiangqun, Yang Guozhong , Yuan Xiaonan . Decoration: Fang Yin, Kong Xiang, Ma Juan. Curtain Wall: Shi Jiongjiong, Wang Jianzhong, Xuan Zhaokang, Su Zeqi. Geotechnical: Chen Yun, Yang Qinfeng, Han Jiaming. Stage: Chi Wangang, Chen Yong, Chi Jiabei. Economy: Chu Qianbo, Zhang Ying, Sun Wentong, Zhang Guodan. BIM Design: Ren Wei, Shu Yu. EPC: Fang Chaojun, Zhou Huiyang, Wu Jianquan, Bei Sijia. Exhibition Design: Shanghai Art-Designing Co., Ltd.
Landscape
Wu Weiling, Wang Jietao, Zhang Chi, Wu Di, Yao Haiyan, Zhang Yuchen, Xu Feitong, Gu Jingxian
Structural engineer
Zheng Xiaoqing, Wu Xiawen, Lyu Junfeng, Chen Xu, Zhang Jie, Ding Ziwen
Lighting
Wang Xiaodong, Zhao Yanqiu, Xing Jiayi, Fu Dongming, Feng Baile, Wu Xuhui
Construction
Zhejiang Qinye Construction Engineering Group
Client
Shaoxing Cultural Tourism Group
Typology
Cultural Architecture › Library
Original Space: This is the second "Baiwei House" we have designed, which is not only a continuation of the past design style, but also an innovative breakthrough for ourselves.
When we rely on the emotion on the space and use the contemporary design vocabulary, we hope to present the spatial conception of Oriental food and be perceived.
Project name
Baiwei Building
Architecture firm
Original Space
Location
Xiqiao South Street, Jiangyan District, Taizhou City, Jiangsu Province, China
Principal architect
Jiang Yusheng
Design team
Ding Zhengrui, Gao Zhen, Yu Shujing, Wang Zijian
Design year
September 2023
Completion year
November 2023
Construction
Taizhou Avenue Construction Engineering Co., LTD
Material
Cement brick, terrazzo, natural log, micro cement, etc
Typology
Hospitality › Restaurant
On the eve of their wedding, the newlyweds approached decorator Yulia Golavskaya to design their first home to reflect their tastes and accommodate their lifestyle.
Project name
Сomfort light-filled 66 m² apartment in Moscow
Architecture firm
Yulia Golavskaya
Photography
Sergey Ananiev
Principal architect
Yulia Golavskaya
Design team
Style by Yulia Golavskaya
Environmental & MEP engineering
Typology
Residential › Apartment
This project involved the renewal of a children's playground located in a corner of a large commercial facility. We created a beautiful and enjoyable paradise, "SHANGRI-LA," that will remain in the memories of children.
Project name
SHANGRI-LA in Oita
Architecture firm
SAKO Architects
Location
2-1 Koendorinishi, (Park Place Oita), Oita, Japan
Principal architect
Keiichiro Sako
The ‘High-performing Urban Ecologies' installation by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) responds to the ‘Resilient Communities’ theme of this year’s Italian Pavilion curated by Alessandro Melis for the Venice Architecture Biennale 2021.
Project name
High-performing Urban Ecologies
Architecture firm
Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA)
Photography
Alessandra Chemollo
Principal architect
Patrik Schumacher
Design team
Stefano Paiocchi, Valentina Cerrone, Mariana Custodio De Santos, Nicolas Tornero, Angelica Videla
Collaborators
Michele Pasca di Magliano, Pierandrea Angius, Maria Tsironi
The client entrusted designer Oksana Mazurina with the task of designing a modern office. Through detailed discussions and visits to the town of Korday, the designer was able to create the office's architecture.
Location
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Photography
Damir Otegen, Interior stylist: Aigerim Akhmetova
Design team
Oxana Mazurina
Interior design
Oxana Mazurina
Material
Large-format porcelain tiles from Italian factory Laminam
Typology
Commercial › Office Building
