Loft Living, an interior design project by Šenkýř Architekti, features the reconstruction of an abandoned and unused attic into a living space. The material and spatial concept centers around exposing and acknowledging the original historical elements, such as the chimney and beautiful wooden beams. This approach preserves the character of the structure and creates a unique blend of modern functionality and historical charm.
Casa Funky, designed by Filippo Bombace, transforms a 1960s villa by Lake Vico into a vibrant blend of styles. The project, influenced by British furniture, incorporates ethnic artefacts, the owner’s love for philosophy and pink hues, and 110 meters of shelving for an extensive book collection. The interior design aims to create a unique and engaging space for the owners to enjoy diverse cultural and religious experiences.
Spreeoffice, designed by Tchoban Voss Architekten, is a seven-story office building in a development near Berlin’s Ostbahnhof in Friedrichshain, forming a cohesive architectural unit with a nearby hotel. Both structures feature natural stone facades of polished and fluted Kohlplatter Muschelkalk, with the office building’s design divided into a two-story base and upper floors.
Laranjeiras House by mf+arquitetos stands out for its integration with the environment, offering an immersive experience in the tropical landscape. The minimalist architectural design consists of two blocks: bedrooms and social and service areas. Large openings connect internal spaces to the exterior, promoting a fusion between indoors and outdoors, allowing cross ventilation and abundant natural light.
Senior home in Hejia Village by Youmu Architects serves as a small public space providing leisure, recreation, and health services for the elderly community. The project aims to transform rural design by identifying and reconstructing authentic local architecture, introducing a unique yet familiar face to the characterless rural environment, and creating a fresh, intimate “home” for the elderly in Hejia Village.
Youmu Architects, based in Shanghai, adheres to the contemporary ethics of coexisting with society and thinking with life, addressing real living environments, exploring design boundaries, and solving practical problems creatively. Its design practice is not limited to fixed scales or dimensions, aiming to create a profound spatial response to urban and rural Chinese reality.
Physiofit – Rajkot’s Fitness Sanctuary by Dhulia Architecture Design is a unique building that deviates from the typical aesthetics of a fitness center. The project offers a unique fitness experience, creating a haven for physical and mental rejuvenation. The interiors are meticulously crafted to motivate and inspire, while the exteriors reflect its uniqueness. The architecture seeks to enhance user connection and foster a stronger sense of belonging.
The Wendy House by Earthscape Studio embodies a nature-friendly design, using sustainable, locally sourced materials. Avoiding steel or concrete to preserve the natural environment, the residence features a timbrel vault structure that blends seamlessly with the landscape. The twin vaults create a central courtyard with a small water body, promoting natural light and openness.
Wangchao Center Office, an interior design project by Say Architects, features a modular grid, fostering a sense of order and adaptability. Using traditional wall panel dimensions, it reflects a balance between collective harmony and individual expression. Modular components shape different functional rooms, creating a unified yet flexible space for various activities and office needs.
The Modernist, a mixed-use project by MVRDV, includes 421 private and rental apartments, 14,000 m² of offices, a plinth with commercial spaces, and a passage through the building. The project is the third and final phase of the Weenapoint redevelopment by the Maarsen Group, aiming to create a more mixed urban character in the Rotterdam Central District. The complex will serve as a recognizable city entrance from Rotterdam Central Station.
HausHaus, a residence by Akitephile, serves as a place for relaxation, family bonding, and creative inspiration. The design reflects the owner’s personality through distinctive elements and spaces that encourage family gatherings, allowing them to reminisce about childhood memories and share experiences. It also tackles the drawbacks of traditional Vietnamese house layouts, emphasizing the kitchen and dining areas as the central focus.
Akitephile is an architecture practice that seeks to bring similar architectural works that not only solve the issues of function, usability, sustainability, and aesthetics but also touch the emotions of the users, telling the stories of the owners. They hope to bring values higher than the technical value of architecture so that each project will carry its own emotions, story, and mark—values that are not always perceptible to the physical eye.
Archidiaries is excited to share the Project of the Week – Into The Wild | Earthscape Studio. 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.
The Deloitte University Asia Pacific China by Aoe Architects showcases an inspiring and dynamic learning environment. The interior design focuses on four core concepts: future technology, green sustainability, local culture, and the original industrial site. It aims to create a world-class green and intelligent education base, combining digital and human elements to foster interconnection, collaboration, and leadership development.
The Jagged House, designed by Shaili Banker Architects – Arkytos, offers privacy, natural light, and ventilation while ensuring maximum comfort. Skewed planes of reinforced cement concrete and glass envelope the residence, with opaque surfaces providing privacy and transparent ones allowing light and airflow. This strategic design balances functionality and aesthetics seamlessly.
The Community Library of Li Village River Park by Atelier LI is a small complex, organised with simple geometries and different programs. It features a reading room, reception hall, observation tower, public toilets, and a circulation system that connects various levels of the park. Inspired by the “folie” of Parc de la Villette, the architecture allows for more freedom in designing small landscape facilities.
Casa Colina, designed by FGMF Arquitetos, was inspired by the gentle unevenness of its terrain, with the goal of harmonizing with the existing natural topography. A standout feature of the design is a large, inclined ramp that seamlessly integrates with the ground, forming a sprawling garden atop the residence and blending into the landscape when viewed from certain angles.
One Ocean, a holiday home by White Noise Design Studio, showcases a stunning example of Hawaiian architecture, seamlessly integrating with its landscape. The residence features expansive spaces that frame coastal views, creating a delightful atmosphere. Each space is thoughtfully crafted with a seamless indoor-outdoor transition, showcasing the beauty of the natural surroundings.
White Noise Design Studio is a practice that seeks to create spaces that tell a story. They specialize in designing high-end residential and hospitality projects tailored to their clients’ individual needs. They craft vibrant spaces with intention, bringing stories to life through creative design that celebrates individuality and brand identity. Their expertise helps clients bring their visions to life.
Ocean View 3 (Puri Bukit) by Alexis Dornier is a hospitality architecture project featuring a lofty, open atmosphere with a unique diamond-esque geometric composition in each room. The polygonal floor plan generates different heights and roof angles. The key feature of this structure is a large, multifaceted wooden roof, crowned by a generous skylight, that illuminates the expansive living room.
Los Pacheco by Taller Ezequiel Aguilar Martinez features the restoration of a historic manor house located in the monument zone of Puebla’s Historic Center. The intervention strategy involved restoring the manor house to its original state by removing non-original elements, restoring bays, and architectural features like arches and windows. After restoring the structure, bays, and courtyards, various spaces were appropriated for residential use.
O&O Aesthesis, a hospitality project by A6A, AUDO, and K-STUDIO, honors the natural beauty of the location and its historical architectural heritage. It celebrates the harmonious relationship between man-made and natural landscapes while adapting to contemporary needs. Aesthesis pays homage to the original project’s minimal, disciplined architecture and discreetly luxurious interiors with mid-century glamour.
AUDO is a dynamic team of architects, urban planners and landscape architects that undertake architectural and urban projects, both private and public, from concept to implementation. AUDO is a group of pluralism, diversity in opinions, complementary interests and complexity, with original ideas, a holistic approach to design and a special attention to the construction details.
A6A is an architecture practice based in Athens, founded by architects Nasos Antachopoulos and Yannis Younis. Building trust-based relationships with clients is a cornerstone of the practice. With experience spanning family homes, vacation properties, housing complexes, apartment renovations, office spaces, hotels, and factories, the practice has honed its expertise across diverse architectural challenges.
