Tusahabat House by Andyrahman Architect explores duality and orientation, handling the challenges of a west-facing plot through thoughtful design. Featuring two distinct facades—one shielding from heat, the other opening to cooler views—the house balances climate response and visual identity. Its standout feature, a vertically slanted brick façade, not only protects from sunlight but also expresses a unique architectural character.
UH INFONAVIT Iztacalco, designed by AMASA Estudio, showcases the transformative potential of public investment in Mexico City’s housing complexes through low-cost, high-impact design strategies. Through strategic planning and resource efficiency, the design revitalizes common areas into spaces for recreation, learning, and community engagement. This approach fosters a sense of belonging and social cohesion among residents.
AMASA Estudio is an architecture practice whose design approach considers objects as interactive tools, architecture as integrative objects, and the city as a connector. They aim to build ideas within a context where content and containers can be questioned. Their critical thinking defines each design product with respect for forms that shape urban architectural context, culture, and society.
Yama-Tani by Kengo Kuma and Associates is a small wooden housing project in northeast Paris that reimagines urban living at a human scale. Inspired by village life, it brings nature into the architecture through open, stepped forms, exterior access, and generous outdoor spaces. Its dynamic wooden façade and central garden create a warm, calm atmosphere, blending softness, light, and connection to the surroundings.
Veils for Gaa, an interior design project by Architectkidd, uses delicate, curved veils to create a serene and immersive dining experience. These flowing golden layers obscure and reveal, adding a sense of mystery while enhancing the beauty within. The soft, shimmering forms reflect the movement of food, light, and people, creating a playful yet tranquil atmosphere that complements the restaurant’s refined culinary identity.
Dental Clinic In Los Remedios, a refurbishment project by PRÁCTICA, focusing on maximizing natural light and creating efficient circulation. The design uses layered translucent materials—an oak lattice and frosted glass—to balance privacy, light, and visual connection. The oak grid organizes functional elements, while a central frosted glass box separates patient areas from the classroom.
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Neo Allergy and Asthma Centre, an interior design project by UA Lab (Urban Architectural Collaborative), creates a warm, playful, and inviting environment for children. The layout is thoughtfully organised to maximise daylight and create a comforting atmosphere by emphasising warm colours and soft forms. Playful design elements and child-friendly details foster a sense of joy, safety, and engagement throughout the hospital.
KAVYAM Bathery, a residence by Bosky Studios, creates a harmonious living space that blends nature with architecture. Centered around a green courtyard, the design emphasizes seamless indoor-outdoor flow, natural light, and ventilation. Organized as a series of pavilions within a lush landscape, the home offers a tranquil, sustainable retreat that balances openness, privacy, and connection to the environment.
Bosky Studios is an architecture practice that embodies a unique design ideology emphasizing the harmonious balance between humanity and nature. Their philosophy is based on the principle of unbiasedness, ensuring that every design decision considers human needs and ecological sustainability. They believe that architecture should be functional, aesthetically pleasing, and contribute positively to individual and environmental well-being.
‘Innovation Center For Coffee Production In La Merced, Chanchamayo, Junín’ is an architecture thesis by Juana Gabriela Vela López from the ‘Facultad de Arquitectura y Urbanismo – PUCP’ that blends architecture with community-focused design. It creates a dynamic environment for social interaction, learning, and production by integrating industrial infrastructure with nature. With adaptable materials and thoughtful construction, the center responds to local needs and serves as a catalyst for sustainable growth and cultural transformation.
Osari, designed by Mind Manifestation Design, blends traditional Wada architecture with modern elements to create a multi-generational residence. Centered around a courtyard, the design fosters togetherness with communal spaces, playful features, and climate-responsive elements like vaulted roofs. The balance of rustic and modern materials ensures comfort and warmth, making it a timeless home for cultural celebration.
The Ede-Wageningen Train Station, designed by Mecanoo and Royal HaskoningDHV, is both a transportation hub and a tranquil space blending architecture with nature. Featuring a striking wooden canopy, the design connects transport modes while offering a calm, functional space. The design prioritizes sustainability, safety, and comfort, with features like large bike parking and ecological considerations.
Royal HaskoningDHV, an independent consulting engineering company based in the Netherlands, integrates engineering, design, consultancy, software and technology to deliver more added value for clients. Through their mission ‘Enhancing Society Together,’ they take responsibility for having a positive impact on the world and contribute to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
‘Drawing and Manual Arts School’ is an architecture thesis by Renan Antonio Lorenzon Rigotti from the ‘Departamento de Arquitetura e Urbanismo – UFMT’ that pays tribute to traditional drawing and the transformative essence of art. The project embodies childhood memories and formative experiences in a freehand drawing studio, fostering creativity and artistic freedom. The school, set in Cuiabá, responds to the city’s cultural and educational gaps by offering workshops, free classes, performances, and exhibitions.
SMIK Residence by AYK Associates Architects is designed to strike a balance between geometry, functionality, and light. A dynamic composition is created by the horizontal and vertical intersection of three prismatic volumes, where solids and voids define circulation and the relationship between the interior and exterior. With its refined use of local materials, the residence embodies a contemporary take on Mediterranean architecture.
The Park Plaza Moinhos 1903 by OSPA Arquitetura & Urbanismo houses one of the most victorious football clubs in history while also serving the needs of the general public. The design features a timeless, rectangular design with cantilevered ground-level entrances and recessed openings in the front and rear facades. The hotel subtly incorporates the club’s identity without overt symbolism, offering a serene and functional environment.
Nauen Public Baths, designed by Tchoban Voss Architekten, serves as a leisure hub with a café, wellness center, and neighborhood management. The two single-storey buildings blend with the natural landscape, with its organic shape and color palette. A curved parapet connects the volumes, while the wooden-framed structure uses prefabricated timber frames and insulated panels for efficiency and sustainability.
Kofuse by Realrich Architecture Workshop is a fine dining project in Jakarta that emphasizes sustainability by reusing the existing structure to meet open F&B needs. The design incorporates local materials, such as bamboo, wood, and andesite stone, creating an open, intimate space. With its welcoming facade and arch-shaped columns that double as structural support, the design elements strike a balance between functional needs and aesthetics.
Salma Tower by aflalo/gasperini arquitetos combines nature and architecture, with vertical forests on each floor providing thermal insulation and a pleasant microclimate. The design prioritizes sustainability, featuring green spaces, energy-efficient materials, and water reuse systems. This innovative approach creates a healthy, vibrant work environment, seamlessly blending the built and natural surroundings.
aflalo/gasperini arquitetos combines longevity and innovation in their architectural projects, creating designs that engage with the city and its inhabitants while prioritizing environmental sustainability, quality of life, and mobility. They undertake projects across commercial, residential, mixed-use, hospitality, educational, and industrial sectors, driven by meticulous research on materials and comprehensive urban planning analysis.
Casa Cumaru by FGMF Arquitetos features a unique structural design with a suspended upper floor, creating a light and transparent feel. The residence seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces, with large glass panels and natural materials like wood, concrete, and steel blending with the surrounding landscape. The design blurs the boundaries between the built environment and nature, offering a cohesive environment.
Rooster School by 1+1>2 Architects draws inspiration from traditional houses of the Giay Chiem ethnic group of Vietnam, blending unique architectural and cultural characteristics. The design of the school resembles a rooster, symbolizing the aspirations of the locals, while harmonizing with its mountainous landscape. The sloping roof language creates a familiar and indigenous image while adding a fresh focal point to attract children.
Baranova Apartment by Markéta Bromová architekti features the refurbishment of an existing compact home into a functional two-bedroom space. A central bookshelf divides the bedrooms while maintaining openness, and a multifunctional living area combines the kitchen, dining, and lounge. The design prioritizes efficiency, comfort, and natural light, creating a harmonious and practical home for a family of three.
