Australian design studio CHROFI has designed two concrete and stone structures that have been conceived as ruins in the New South Wales landscape. Titled Lune de Sang, the two sheds are part of a unique inter-generational venture that will see a former dairy transformed into a sustainably harvested forest. The project has recently won the Production, Energy… [Read More]
Dulwich Residence by _naturehumaine
_naturehumaine has recently completed a contemporary extension to a 1920s house located on a large lot on Montreal’s south shore, in Canada. The new addition was designed to harmonize with the existing house, as well as highlight and expose the structural brick. The two constructions were linked together by a glazed volume that houses the… [Read More]
CRAB Studio designs new buildings for Vienna University of Economics & Business
CRAB studio has recently completed the Departments of Law and Central Administration, at the Vienna University of Economics and Business, as part of the new campus masterplanned by BUSarchitektur ZT Gmbh. Using their experience as university teachers, Cook and Robotham gave the university vibrant colours, and ensured that internal and external spaces are seen as an… [Read More]
Library and Learning Centre by Zaha Hadid Architects
The new Library and Learning Centre by Zaha Hadid Architects represents one of seven buildings part of Vienna University of Economics and Business‘ new campus. The angular building features a large black volume that cantilevers over a public plaza, marking the entrance of the building. The dramatic gesture enhances the building’s functional plan. The contrast… [Read More]
The Changchun Longjia International Airport terminal by HASSELL
HASSELL has developed a design for the Changchun Longjia International Airport terminal that uses elements drawn from the area’s natural landscape. The master plan proposed by HASSELL uses the form of the China Rose, native to Changchun area, in shaping a harmonious passenger experience, and creating an easy flow within the terminal’s spaces. The design merges… [Read More]
Abedian School of Architecture by CRAB Studio
Peter Cook and Gavin Robotham of London’s CRAB Studio won in 2011 the competition for the new Abedian School of Architecture, part of Bond University. Completed in 2014, the new school is located on the Gold Coast Campus designed in the 1980s by the renowned Japanese architect Arata Izosaki. The highly awarded building, was recently… [Read More]
Highlands Branch Library in Edmonton Canada opens its doors
The Highlands Branch Library in Edmonton, Alberta, has officially opened its doors. The first built library in Canada by schmidt hammer lassen architects, in collaboration with local studio Marshall Tittemore Architects, provides the Highlands’ community with a distinctive landmark which underlines that this new creative centre for learning is open and accessible. The Highlands Branch Library… [Read More]
The Chapel by a21studio wins WAF 2014 ‘World Building of the Year’ award
The Chapel, Vietnam, designed by a21studio, has won the ‘World Building of the Year’ award, UOL Group Ltd, at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2014. Live judging of the WAF awards took place during the largest global celebration of architecture – the World Architecture Festival, at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The Chapel is… [Read More]
Dalarna University Media Library by ADEPT
Together with an international team, ADEPT has designed the new library at Dalarna University in Sweden, creating a multi functional design that naturally integrates into the surround landscape at the university’s campus in Falun. The 3000 m² space was designed as a dynamic meeting place with activities for students, staff and visitors to the Dalarna… [Read More]
Grove Towers by 3XN
Shortlisted for the 2014 World Architecture Festival Award, the Grove Towers by 3XN mark the company’s first project in Mumbai. The 77,ooo m² development incorporates a 130 meters tall luxury residential tower, that houses premium 3 and 4 bedroom apartments, and a secondary slightly shorter tower containing more modest 2 bedroom apartments. The design takes… [Read More]
