The joint design by a+r Architects and NL Architects has won the international competition for the temporary new home of the Württembergische Staatstheater Stuttgart. This interim building will ensure that both, the Stuttgart State Opera and the Stuttgart Ballet are able to continue to perform during the renovation of their current venue, the iconic Littmann building.

I started to design this house while I was still a student. This was my first “solo”, so it is very special to me.The interior has a serene atmosphere and is characterized by spacious and bright spaces. All the choices made respect the minimalist identity of the project, with sober materials and soft tones (beige walls, white slabs, glass, wood and zinc).

Casa Ragu is built upon an irregular, sloped corner lot. These conditions were the base for the development of our first conceptual design pillar: a house projected in half-levels following the topography of the lot.

Astana is a young capital, so locations with history can be counted on the fingers. One of them is a music pub The Friendlys. The spirit of history is an English traditional establishment with elements of industrial style and American bar.Here many years ago opened one of the oldest legendary pubs of the city. Changed owners of the premises, concepts, but not the interior. The wood and leather soaked up the smells and aged beautifully, revealing the charm of the natural texture. The current owner has retained the ambiance of an English pub, but has added features of a traditional American bar and industrial style.

In the capital city of Kazakhstan, a modern apartment with neoclassical touches is located in a residential complex surrounded by the two beautiful parks. The peculiarity of the apartment lies in the architectural approach, in a sense of balance, in love for the combination of natural materials and textures that are reflected in this project.

What was the brief? To transform a 95 sq m derelict shop on a tiny site in a Conservation Area into a spacious four bedroom family house! What were the key challenges? The main challenge was to find sufficient additional floor area on a tiny plot under the strict local planning controls.

These are just some of the most common household repairs you can do yourself. With some knowledge and patience, you can fix all kinds of minor issues around your home without spending too much money or time.

Aedas-designed Xi’an Lovi Center has opened in 2023 June and served as an urban oasis for the city. Located in Xi’an, the project is comprised of a shopping mall, office and hotel towers. Designed to be a vibrant mixed- use destination, Lovi Center has become a unique retail-recreational attraction through the hybrid of public space and greenery.