Brazilian architect Gustavo Penna has designed a sculptural glass monument as a symbol to journalism. The translucent structure, titled the Freedom of The Press Monument, was inspired by the concept of freedom. The design has received last year a World Architecture Festival Award for its sculptural qualities. From Gustavo Penna: The Freedom of the Press Monument is… [Read More]
Chobham Academy by Allford Hall Monaghan Morris
Located in the heart of the former Olympic Village in London, the Chobham Academy has become a centerpiece for the city’s East Village. Allford Hall Monaghan Morris have designed the complex as a reflection of existing London streets. The design features three different buildings, all connected by a circulation path. From Allford Hall Monaghan Morris: Conceived pre-Olympics and… [Read More]
Xi’an Westin Museum Hotel by Neri&Hu Design
Neri&Hu Design has designed the Xi’an Westin Museum Hotel by paying homage to Chinese heritage in one of the country’s oldest cities. The design team reinterprets Chinese cultural references in a contemporary and fresh approach. Rising like a modern-day fortress within the city, the architecture combines past and present in a journey of symbolic references…. [Read More]
Yalikavak Marina Complex by Emre Arolat Architects
Emre Arolat Architects has extended the existing marina complex in Yalikavak, Turkey by adding a series of new facilities. The project was developed in stages, with the first stage incorporating retail, restaurants, as well as mechanical units needed for the yachts docking in the marina. From Emre Arolat Architects Yalikavak is one of the lagoons… [Read More]
House for Trees by Vo Trong Nghia Architects
Vo Trong Nghia Architects create a green oasis in the middle of overly populated Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. The residence complex features five concrete boxes reminescent of planters. Built under a tight budget, the House for Trees is a prototypical house that aims to bring greenery back into high-density cities. From Vo Trong… [Read More]
Library of Birmingham by Mecanoo
Mecanoo has designed the Library of Birmingham as a centre for learning, information and culture uniting people of all ages and backgrounds. Situated in Centenary Square in Birmingham, England, the library has transformed the largest public square in the city into one with three distinct realms: monumental, cultural and entertainment. Mecanoo has envisioned the library as… [Read More]
World Architecture Festival announces Colour Prize shortlist
The World Architecture Festival (WAF) has announced the 2015 Colour Prize shortlist. The largest architecture awards program will pick this year’s Colour Prize winner from nine vibrant global projects. The winners will be announced at the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore between 4–6 November 2015. The World Architecture Festival Gala Awards Dinner will take place on the… [Read More]
2015 World Architecture Festival Award Shortlist announced
World Architecture Festival has announced the shortlist for its 2015 awards. The largest architecture awards program in the world includes works from worldwide renowned firms like Foster & Partners, Zaha Hadid Architects, Herzog & de Meuron, OMA/Ole Scheeren, Rogers Stirk Harbour, Rafael Vinoly Architects, BIG, Grimshaw, Heatherwick Studio and Carlos Ott. The eight annual World Architecture… [Read More]
Colourful pedestrian bridge in Sweden by Metro Arkitekter
Metro Arkitekter (Sweco Architects) have designed the Skyttelbron Shuttle Bridge, a new bicycle and pedestrian bridge that connects the West and East side of the rail yard in Lund Central Station, Sweden. The bridge comes as a pop of colour in an environment otherwise full of shades of gray, brown and green. The project was… [Read More]
Dune House by Fearon Hay Architects
Fearon Hay Architects have designed a vacation home that integrates into the landscape. The 2014 World Architecture Festival (Villa Category) winner is located on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, an hour drive north of Auckland. The spectacular site sits within a natural dune zone adjacent a long white sand beach, which only… [Read More]
