Urbanistic Continuity: A Lo/Lux (Low cost – Luxury) Housing Project that Envisions a New Urban Future for New York City | Masters Design Project

‘Urbanistic Continuity’ is a Masters Design Project by Abyan Mohamed Ali from the ‘Pratt Institute School of Architecture’ that seeks to address infrastructural challenges of New York City by blending aesthetics with functionality. It promotes spatial inclusivity, diverse living arrangements, and reinforces the city’s orthogonal grid. Advocating Lo/lux housing, it offers affordable, high-quality homes for underserved communities. Through infrastructural innovation and thoughtful planning, the project envisions a more inclusive, efficient, and visually enriched NYC.

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Kanzaki Restaurant | Tens Atelier

Kanzaki Restaurant, an interior design project by Tens Atelier, focuses on addressing site conditions and project requirements with functional solutions. The open layout promotes social interaction and brand identity, while a flexible doll display wall reinforces brand identity. The industrial aesthetic balances cost and visual clarity, while exposed ceilings and raw materials ensure a cohesive and well-coordinated space.

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Apartamentos Vitória | Floret Arquitectura

Apartamentos Vitória, a housing project by Floret Arquitectura, seamlessly blends historical preservation with contemporary living. The restoration focused on retaining the original architectural character while introducing modern spaces. The interior, reimagined after fire damage, features optimized layouts and custom-designed furniture, resulting in a harmonious balance that contributes to the revitalization of the city’s historic fabric.

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Axpo Polska | Bit Creative

Axpo Polska, an interior design project by Bit Creative, showcases a modern and sustainable office space inspired by energy in all its forms. Located in The Warsaw HUB, it combines natural materials, bright interiors, and greenery with dynamic design elements that reflect movement and flow. The workspace fosters collaboration and creativity while integrating eco-friendly solutions that align with Axpo’s commitment to renewable energy.

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Weekly Highlights 2025 #11

Archidiaries is excited to share the Project of the Week – Bat Trang Ceramic Community Center | 1+1>2 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.

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Wind House | Blaq Arquitectos + Pablo Larroulet

The Wind House by Blaq Arquitectos and Pablo Larroulet is shaped by the strong coastal winds of Chile’s central coast. Its flowing form deflects wind while blending with the landscape, balancing openness and protection. Two wings extend from a central courtyard, framing ocean views and welcoming natural light. Clad in local pinewood, the residence integrates seamlessly with nature, offering a tranquil retreat.

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Pablo Larroulet

Pablo Larroulet is an architecture practice based in Santiago, Chile, specializing in residential, hospitality, and interior design projects. The practice develops projects in different parts of the country, mainly in the Magallanes Region, collaborating with various architectural and construction offices.

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Health & Beauty Office Space | Shang Interior Architects

Health & Beauty Office Space, an interior design project by Shang Interior Architects, breaks away from the traditional office layouts by deconstructing and reorganizing the original structure. An open, flowing, and exploratory atmosphere is achieved by the design, encouraging interaction between the space and its users. The design also addresses the fundamental needs of individual productivity while promoting seamless workflow with diverse collaboration.

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Shang Interior Architects

Shang Interior Architects is committed to the innovative practice of interior architecture design, engaging in various sectors, including retail, dining, residential, and real estate. Co-led by architects Gu Xihan and Lu Yingfu, the firm does not define itself by labels but instead operates with an inward drive, inclusivity, and a strong curiosity for design, continuously exploring and perceiving the world with a powerful internal motivation.

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Uprooted: An Affordable Housing Fostering Well-being, Social Connections, and Sustainability | Masters Design Project

‘Uprooted’ is a Masters Design Project by Noah Spivak from the ‘Pratt Institute School of Architecture’ that reimagines affordable housing through a holistic approach that integrates green spaces, community engagement, and sustainable design. The design enhances social and environmental well-being by fostering connections between old and new residents, revitalizing public spaces, and supporting local businesses. The project showcases how thoughtful architecture can transform urban housing into a more inclusive, resilient, and vibrant community.

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LOFT – Industrial Living | Botticini + Facchinelli ARW

LOFT – Industrial Living by Botticini + Facchinelli ARW features the adaptive reuse of a post-war industrial structure into an elegant residential complex. The design integrates large windows, mezzanines, and private green spaces, enhancing light and spatial quality while preserving its architectural essence. A contrast of dark gray plaster and lush greenery highlights the industrial character, blending historical charm with modern living.

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SHANGRI-LA in Oita | SAKO Architects

SHANGRI-LA in Oita, a landscape design project by SAKO Architects, transforms a playground into a dreamy paradise merging nature and play. It features the Spiral Terrace, with cascading water and white walls inspired by Baishuitai’s limestone terraces, and the Sky Loop, a circular aerial walkway framing the sky. A gradient of blues and greens blends seamlessly with the surroundings, creating a serene, immersive play space.

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SAKO Architects

SAKO Architects is a multidisciplinary design practice founded by Japanese architect Keiichiro Sako with offices in Beijing, Tokyo, and Fukuoka. SAKO offers a diverse range of designs to meet various project requirements, including private residences, apartment buildings, retail stores, office buildings, senior citizen facilities, schools, and libraries, ensuring optimal results for each project.

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Balduino | OSPA Arquitetura & Urbanismo

Balduino, a housing project by OSPA Arquitetura & Urbanismo, reimagines urban living by blending the intimacy of a house with the convenience of a condominium. Its stepped design minimizes impact while creating private terraces, enhancing social interaction and property value. Thoughtful circulation, natural materials, and seamless indoor-outdoor connections define its refined, modern character.

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TR Cloud | Office Architect9kampanad., Ltd.

TR Cloud by Office Architect9kampanad., Ltd. transforms a traditional row house into a dynamic, modern workspace that reflects the company’s identity. A central “Blue Rolling Core” unifies spaces, enhancing collaboration and efficiency while natural light and greenery create an inspiring, sustainable environment. The office redesign blends bold branding with openness, fostering a functional and visually engaging workspace.

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Baradari at City Palace | Studio Lotus

Baradari at City Palace by Studio Lotus reinterprets heritage through contemporary design, blending historic architecture with modern craftsmanship. A marble and brass pavilion anchors the courtyard, creating a seamless dialogue between past and present. Traditional Jaipur crafts like Thikri work and stone masonry are revived, enhancing functionality and redefining conservation through sustainable practices.

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Nordic Music Center | Architecture Thesis

‘Nordic Music Center’ is an architecture thesis by Svetla Popova from the ‘Mackintosh School of Architecture – Glasgow School of Art (GSA)’ that seeks to enrich Reykjavik’s soundscape with a building that collects and emits sound. It creates an immersive acoustic environment by blending natural and human activity. Through innovative acoustics, sustainability, and thoughtful materials, the center serves as a dynamic cultural hub, uniting tradition and modernity while deepening the connection between people, music, and the city.

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House With Four Views | Essteam Design Services LLP

The House with Four Views by Essteam Design Services LLP blends luxury, nature, and sustainability through four distinct landscape experiences. The design of the residence incorporates seamless indoor-outdoor connections, rainwater harvesting, and self-sustaining landscapes. Thoughtful spatial planning, floral-themed interiors, curated art, and whimsical installations enhance its elegance.

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Bat Trang Ceramic Community Center | 1+1>2 Architects

The Bat Trang Ceramic Community Center by 1+1>2 Architects is a five-story multi-functional complex with a design inspired by ceramic production. The community center, modeled after seven ceramic artisan turntables, features concrete frames folding into steps and serving as display shelves or staircases. It not only showcases architectural genius but also honors the Bat Trang craft village’s cultural legacy.

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1+1>2 Architects

1+1>2 Architects is a Vietnamese architectural practice that seeks to provide customers with professional services of international standards. Therefore, 1+1>2 always pays special attention to improving the quality of its services through building a strict quality control and monitoring system and regularly organizing advanced training courses for the team of architects, engineers, and technicians.

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Songmont Space | Archstudio

Songmont Space, a refurbishment project by Archstudio, creates a commercial space that incorporates the brand’s essence into the design. The design features a unique “Frame Courtyard” concept that uses meticulously crafted frames, breaking traditional spatial boundaries and capturing views. This harmonious coexistence of interior and exterior spaces and clear spatial hierarchy creates a unique experience.

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Ackerstrasse 29 | Tchoban Voss Architekten

Ackerstrasse 29, a housing project in a culturally diverse Mitte district of Berlin by Tchoban Voss Architekten, features three open façades and a penthouse. The square-edged, self-contained volume is emphasized by an elaborate façade design featuring beige bricks and a strongly graphical structure of white architectural concrete. The building’s windows reflect the neighborhood’s heterogeneous character, with different sizes and formats.

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Nadumuttam | i2a Architects Studio

Nadumuttam, a residence in Oachira by i2a Architects Studio, showcases a seamless fusion of tradition, sustainability, and cultural identity. The design combines Kerala’s vernacular architecture with a natural approach, incorporating open courtyards, natural materials, and a balanced spatial flow. It combines heritage, tranquility, and modern functionality while incorporating subtle cultural references.

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CULTIVARTE: A Cultural Center at Antioquia that Explores Relationship Between Culture, Architecture and Sustainability | Bachelors Design Project

‘CULTIVARTE’ is a Bachelors Design Project by Juan Esteban Montoya Tobón, Emiliana Zapata Posada, Angie Dahiana Orozco, and Maria Clara Zapata Serna from the ‘Facultad de Arquitectura e Ingeniería – Colmayor’ that seeks to promote identity, art, and social integration in San Pedro de los Milagros, Antioquia. The project aims to establish a cultural and architectural landmark that stimulates the local economy through artistic, educational, and recreational activities, ensuring architecture harmoniously interacts with the natural and social environment.

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