People Collage, founded by architects Ashish Solanki and Mrinal Bhatt, is an interdisciplinary and collaborative design practice based in Ahmedabad, India. The practice is an intersection of Architecture, Design and Scenography, with a larger goal to create and enhance architecture using experiential art as a medium.
Casa Aroeira by FGMF Arquitetos is designed as a linear, two-story residence that embraces the steep slope of its site to maximize views and access. The design highlights structure as form, using exposed concrete pillars and gables to define space and support the upper level. Natural materials and open glass façades integrate the home with its surroundings, emphasizing simplicity, landscape, and structural clarity.
Terraced Courtyard, a refurbishment project by Team BLDG, transforms a former water plant into a shared living and working hub that blends with the village’s natural landscape and community rhythms. Emphasizing “real space,” the design prioritizes flexibility, natural light, and local materials, creating an environment where daily life, work, and social interaction can coexist and evolve organically within a rural setting.
TEAM_BLDG is a design practice founded in 2012, working in diverse fields like architecture, interior, landscape and product design. Relative to any concept or style, they are more focused on the “atmosphere” of building and space, interior and exterior, for people. The team, with offices in China and Japan, collaborates with designers and artists from different fields and with master architects, seeking to learn various design methods and logic.
Metropol by Beef Architekti features the transformation of a historic building in Bratislava into a contemporary co-living space that responds to the urban housing crisis. By combining private apartments with shared social spaces, it offers an affordable, flexible, and community-driven living model. The interior design features neutral colours like beige and grey, providing a timeless foundation for personalization.
The Masterplan La Paz by CCA Centro de Colaboración is an urban regeneration project that transforms a neglected dry riverbed into resilient green infrastructure. The project connects divided neighborhoods through a public park, bridge, and pedestrian-cycleway, enhancing mobility, social inclusion, and flood protection. The plan integrates sports and cultural spaces to foster community life and promote a more livable, connected city.
Nilo by OSPA Arquitetura & Urbanismo and Hype Studio is a commercial space designed to seamlessly blend with the surrounding street life. Elevated above street level, it offers visual openness while maintaining separation from parking areas. The design fosters connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a welcoming and dynamic urban experience in a key area of Porto Alegre.
Hype Studio is a Porto Alegre-based architecture firm that aims to leave a legacy of good architecture locally and globally. They undertake projects of various scales and typologies, believing each client, place, and context is unique. Their diverse and experienced team combines technical knowledge, enthusiasm for technology, and creative talent to build the best solutions for challenging designs.
Shaqe Mazreku School by Commonsense Studio responds to post-earthquake reconstruction needs with a compact, efficient design that maximizes limited space. Raised above ground level, the building utilizes most of the plot for outdoor use, while a central gallery brings daylight deep into the structure. The design prioritizes flexibility, daylight, and community access, transforming a dense site into an open, shared educational environment.
The Nook House by Z – Design Studio unfolds as an exemplar of quiet elegance, where thoughtful design meets the essence of affordable luxury. Rooted in Vastu and built with modest means, the residence balances simplicity with spatial richness. Natural materials, passive cooling, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow reflect a refined, contextual approach, proving that true luxury lies in thoughtfulness, rather than extravagance.
Z-Design Studio is an architecture practice that believes in delivering comprehensive, functional, and creative user-centric solutions. They aim to provide simple, timeless and uncluttered spaces to achieve happiness and peace for the end users. Natural light, ventilation, locally available materials, and the reuse of available materials are their primary strategies for all the designs.
‘Architecture as Crystalized Pedagogy’ is a Masters Thesis by Zixuan Guo from the ‘Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning.’ The project aims to reimagine architectural education through a participatory, context-sensitive approach, involving students in real construction, historical engagement, and socially responsible design. It positions the School on Cockatoo Island as a living laboratory, responding to cultural, technological, and environmental shifts while challenging traditional architectural practices and pedagogy.
The Student House by Pavel Hnilička Architects+Planners aims to restore the urban character of Prague’s Holešovice district by introducing a contemporary building that respects traditional architectural composition. Designed as a modern interpretation of historic housing, it blends public and residential functions to support vibrant street life, while its form and materials ensure harmony with the surrounding context.
Wein House by Besonías Almeida Arquitectos is designed as a “lookout house” that integrates with the steep dune landscape of Costa Esmeralda. Adapted to the steep terrain, the residence features a split-level layout with distinct social and private zones. Emphasizing views and natural light, the design uses staggered concrete volumes and large glass openings to connect the home with its forested surroundings.
Expo 2025 Portugal Pavilion by Kengo Kuma & Associates reimagines architecture as a fluid, dynamic experience, reflecting the deep maritime connection shared by Portugal and Japan. Using boat lines that sway with wind and light, the design evokes the ever-changing nature of the sea. Rather than a fixed form, the pavilion creates a sensory space—light, vibrant, and alive—bridging cultures through a poetic expression of architecture.
The Dewey Schools by 1+1>2 Architects is an educational complex combining modern architecture with openness, functionality, and sustainability. Organized into three main zones connected by corridor bridges, the layout promotes fluid movement, natural light, and green spaces. The design aims to create a dynamic, student-centered environment that fosters growth and community.
Juhu Beach House, a refurbishment project by Ikshhana Design Studio, centers on creating a fluid, light-filled space that feels open and connected to its beachside surroundings. Emphasizing curved forms, natural materials, and minimal visual clutter, the design enhances spaciousness and comfort. The concept blends functionality with aesthetics to craft a serene, modern home rooted in simplicity and warmth.
Ikshhana Design Studio is a progressive and dynamic architecture practice with a strong belief in crafting a better built environment. Their approach blends timeless principles with contemporary thinking, allowing each project to evolve organically with its context, purpose, and people at the heart of it. Irrespective of the design scale, their goal is to offer holistic solutions that address both the tangible and intangible aspects of design.
‘Food with a Face’ is an architecture thesis by Michael Dorsman from the ‘Welsh School of Architecture – Cardiff University.’ The project proposes a vision for how architecture can help restore balance between people, food, and the environment. Set in St Philips Marsh, the project transforms neglected land into a productive, regenerative space that works in harmony with nature. It promotes a new kind of agricultural revolution—one rooted in restoration, not exploitation—where architecture becomes part of a circular, adaptable, and ecologically balanced urban future.
Pacaembu House by Studio Arthur Casas, designed as a retreat for leisure and social gatherings, embraces the site’s natural slope to create a discreet yet spacious layout. Blending with the landscape, it connects indoor and outdoor spaces through open, fluid environments. The design emphasizes sustainability, natural materials, and a calm, elegant atmosphere rooted in comfort, privacy, and integration with nature.
AAA & Vitham Studio by Art & Architecture is a compact architecture office designed to celebrate light, material honesty, and adaptability. Set on a compact terrace, it blends brutalist textures with vernacular techniques, using exposed concrete, oxide flooring, and metal elements. The spatial layout promotes openness and interaction, while strategic play of light and multifunctional elements offer a flexible workspace.
Apartment 301 by SHROFFLEóN draws inspiration from the Art Deco movement, blending bold geometries, rich materials, and distinctive forms to create an elegant and expressive home. Arches, curves, and textured surfaces anchor the aesthetic, while playful elements and custom features add personality. The interior design creates a refined yet eclectic space that reflects the personality of its residents.
Archidiaries is excited to share the Project of the Week – Green Abode | VPA Architects. Along with this, the weekly highlight contains a few of the best projects, published throughout the week. These selected projects represent the best content curated and shared by the team at ArchiDiaries.
Mellowfy’s Boutique, an interior design project by Studio MOD, creates a quiet, compelling backdrop for a bold, sophisticated, and warm clothing line. The space, treated as a canvas, features subdued veneers and textures that ensure the garments remain the focal point. A defining feature is the bold arched ceiling, which draws attention and sets a distinct tone for the boutique, combining height, drama, and soft sculptural elements.
