Seoul City has announced a new international architecture competition aiming to develop a comprehensive blue print for Central Seoul. See below the official competition rules, as well as details on how to enter the competition and essential deadlines. Official Information: Seoul City inaugurates an international architectural competition ‘Sejong-daero Historic Cultural Space Design Competition’. This competition… [Read More]
Archives for 2015
Morpholio launches digital Journal for creative people
It is no surprise anymore that whenever we discuss apps for the creative industry, Morpholio’s name is at the top. Their apps understand how creative people think and what they need to express their ideas. Their newest app, Journal redefines the sketchbook. While there are many sketchbook apps out there already, none of them seem… [Read More]
Cut-Fold designs chair Inspired by Papercraft
Remember the unique collapsable Aperture Pendant we first came across at the Interior Design Show in Toronto? Architects Andrea Kordos and Tony Round from Cut-Fold first introduced the idea of folded furniture through the Origami chair. It is rare to see a foldable chair so elegant and sculptural. The team was inspired by the art of Papercraft,… [Read More]
What to expect from this year’s 100% Design
100% Design, UK’s largest design trade show, will celebrate its 21st edition this September. Staged across two levels of their new venue, Olympia London, this year’s event is based upon the central theme ‘Design in Colour’, working closely with trend forecasters WGSN who have tailored a colour palette of 12 shades based on 2016 trends for the show…. [Read More]
Ippolito Fleitz Group designs a multifunctional cafe
Ippolito Fleitz Group has redesigned the popular Café Pause in the heart of Stuttgart’s suburb Ostfildern, after a change of leaseholder. The design direction for a multifunctional space was fast reached by taking into account the clients’ desires. The result is a space that is flexible, and functions beautifully as a café, but also as a bar and event location. The town… [Read More]
VIDEO: Architecture & Water documentary: A river runs through it
The Architectural Review in collaboration with the Old Royal Naval College have created a series of three films that explore the relationship between architecture and water. The first of the three in the series ‘A river runs through it’ explores the challenges and opportunities presented by rivers and canals, and how the rapidly changing relationship… [Read More]
Prince Philip Residence by Thellend Fortin Architectes
Thellend Fortin Architectes have designed the expansion of a spacious 1960s residence in Montreal, Canada. Situated on a site with a steep incline and stunning views, the two-floor expansion was designed to create a connection to the surrounding landscape. Large floor-to-ceiling windows create a panoramic view of the incredible site. The architectural concept involved the… [Read More]
Merlock by Manuel Barbieri for Progetti
Manuel Barbieri has designed the new Merlock pendulum floor clock for Progetti. The designer was completely fascinated by castles and their distinct architectural features, in particular battlements. The battlements are recognizable features that reveal the time and historical period of the castle. From the designer’s imagination and passion for these ancient dwellings, Merlock was created…. [Read More]
Burwood Highway Frontage Building at Deakin University by Woods Bagot
Designed by architecture firm Woods Bagot, the new Burwood Highway Frontage building expands on the research and academic facilities for Melbourne’s Deakin University Faculty of Health. The new expansion features an eight-storey tower raised on pillars and covered in gold louvres. The building is made of two interlocking shapes that form an ‘L’ configuration: a four… [Read More]
Christchurch Airport Regional Terminal by BVN Donovan Hill & Jasmax
The Christchurch Airport Regional Terminal building was designed by BVN Donovan Hill & Jasmax to create a completely separate identity from the recently expanded Christchurch Domestic and International terminals. The new terminal was commissioned by Air New Zealand, the major user of the terminal although the terminal actually merges with the main terminal building which… [Read More]
