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fromDezeen
5 days ago
Brooklyn

Elizabeth Roberts highlights "modest presence" of Brooklyn office conversion

SOMA, SF
fromArchitectural Digest
1 day ago

Inside the New Museum's Long-Awaited Addition, Designed by OMA

OMA designed a glass-covered tower that integrates with an older building, featuring a complex atrium and stairway, creating a unique architectural experience.
Brooklyn
fromDezeen
5 days ago

Elizabeth Roberts highlights "modest presence" of Brooklyn office conversion

Elizabeth Roberts Architects restored a historic commercial space in Brooklyn, blending original features with contemporary design for a creative agency.
LA real estate
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Real House / HK Associates Inc

Real House transforms an introverted site into a family home that captures dramatic views of the Sonoran Desert and Santa Catalina mountains.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Cardwell Clubhouse / Dubbeldam Architecture + Design

Cardwell Clubhouse is an off-grid hybrid building designed for leisure and utility, serving as a social hub for outdoor activities.
UX design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Architecture's Blind Spot: The Gap Between Design and Construction

Translating architectural ideas into buildable systems is the main challenge, concentrated in Design Development and Construction Documentation phases.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
Fashion & style
fromElite Traveler
7 hours ago

The Underrated Status Clue? It's Sitting by Your Sink

Aesop's hand wash has become a symbol of aesthetic literacy, influencing home decor and luxury branding beyond traditional markers of wealth.
Remodel
fromAol
1 day ago

This $1500 Renter-Friendly Wall Transformed a "Plain, Open Box" in Brooklyn

Kiron Akeem fulfilled a long-held dream of living in a loft in Brooklyn, transforming his space into a personal and professional growth opportunity.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Dwight Schar: the rigor that re-shaped modern homebuilding

Success in homebuilding requires balancing change and timeless principles, with land being a key factor in generating lasting value.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
17 hours ago

California considering a first of its kind idea to boost factory-built housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through innovative building methods.
Arts
fromArtnet News
21 hours ago

Rare Zaha Hadid Pavilion Comes to Auction

Zaha Hadid's VOLU Dining Pavilion will auction for €900,000-€1.1 million, showcasing her innovative design legacy posthumously.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The architecture world just got its second union

This contract, the second in the industry, sets a standard for workers at Sage and Coombe and beyond, according to Architectural Workers United, which has been instrumental in organizing efforts.
NYC startup
fromArchitectural Digest
1 day ago

I'm Done Sourcing So Much Online. Here's Why

The convenience of sourcing online is fraught with more pitfalls than most of us want to admit. Try finding adequate photos of a vintage piece's condition-close-ups of the fabric, video of damaged areas, any images of a piece's rear or underside!
UX design
Berlin
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Dusit Le Palais Tu Hoa Hotel / Baumschlager Eberle Architekten

Dusit Hotel Le Palais Tu Hoa offers accessibility and retreat for diverse users in Hanoi.
Education
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Designing Coexistence: Meet the Winners of the First Edition of ArchDaily Student Project Awards

ArchDaily launched the Student Project Awards to recognize and support emerging architectural talent and innovative ideas from students worldwide.
fromPhilosophynow
3 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
Artificial intelligence
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

What Architects Expect From AI Tools in 2026

Artificial intelligence is increasingly integrated into architectural practice, enhancing design workflows and creative possibilities for firms worldwide.
Environment
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

How to Measure the Life Cycle of a Construction Material?

The construction industry significantly impacts the environment, consuming 32% of global energy and contributing to 34% of global CO₂ emissions.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 days ago

BREMEN Turns a Broom Into a Guitar and a Desk Into a Piano - Yanko Design

BREMEN is designed to change the way people interact with music by allowing everyday objects to become actual instruments, thus removing traditional barriers to music-making.
Berlin music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Every child wants to find joy': the scheme designing playground equipment for disaster zones

Meininger, who grew up in Germany but now lives in London, likes making things. So when he saw how much his young sons enjoyed the jungle gym and play forts at the local park, he made an indoor treehouse for them.
Parenting
#home-design
Design
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

Studio OSKLO Translates Trousdale Into Furniture Form

Home is a sanctuary that inspires creativity and family, as exemplified by Studio OSKLO's Trousdale Collection.
Design
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

Studio OSKLO Translates Trousdale Into Furniture Form

Home is a sanctuary that inspires creativity and family, as exemplified by Studio OSKLO's Trousdale Collection.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Flipmod / Ambit Narrative Design (A.N.D)

Flipmod is a modular shading system designed for public spaces in subtropical cities, promoting climate responsiveness and public engagement.
Graphic design
fromMedium
6 days ago

Disruption has a shape. Design history shows us what it is.

AI is causing anxiety in design, echoing past technological disruptions like the printing press and desktop publishing.
#furniture-design
#diy
fromWIRED
2 days ago
Remodel

15 Design-Forward DIY Tools Worth Upgrading to This Year

DIY has evolved into a significant cultural force, with the global market nearing a trillion dollars, driven primarily by cost-saving motivations.
Remodel
fromWIRED
2 days ago

15 Design-Forward DIY Tools Worth Upgrading to This Year

DIY has evolved into a significant cultural force, with the global market nearing a trillion dollars, driven primarily by cost-saving motivations.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
20 hours ago

They Needed a House That Could Host Everything, From Fundraisers to Playdates

The renovation transformed a 1920s home into a functional space for hosting diverse events and improving daily livability.
fromFlowingData
1 day ago

Ballroom design, many notes

The ballroom design features impractical elements like a stairway to nowhere and fake windows, emphasizing a focus on flashiness over functionality.
Renovation
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Off the Mainland: Floating Architecture Projects Redefining the Built Environment

Floating architecture adapts to water levels, using buoyant materials and anchoring systems to address environmental challenges in coastal regions.
Remodel
fromFast Company
3 days ago

How to build a quality furniture collection that is affordable and sustainable

Fast furniture offers a cheap, convenient solution for moving but contributes significantly to landfill waste and lacks durability and emotional value.
Renovation
fromRemodelista
1 day ago

Maison Louis Carre by Alvar Aalto, Revisited by In Common With

Maison Louis Carré is Alvar Aalto's only realized building in France, embodying his total work of art philosophy.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Kengo Kuma & Associates Present Site-Specific Installation "Earth | Tree" at Copenhagen Contemporary

Kengo Kuma's Earth | Tree installation in Copenhagen blends timber, brick, and light, embodying a responsive architectural approach.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Designed Comfort, Purchased Comfort: Passive Design and Air Conditioning in Hong Kong

Widespread reliance on air conditioning has significantly altered architectural design incentives, particularly in Hong Kong.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
1 day ago

Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater Completes a 3-Year, $7 Million Restoration

Fallingwater underwent a $7 million renovation to address structural issues, enhancing its iconic beauty and ensuring its preservation for future generations.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Youth Commons / Studio RE+N

A neglected rooftop in Songyang County transforms into a vibrant community commons despite initial design flaws and lack of facilities.
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

The Insider: Park Slope Prewar Becomes Stylish Space for Two

The new owners preserved Art Deco details while redesigning their apartment for comfort and functionality.
Renovation
fromRemodelista
4 days ago

Perforated Brick: A Humble Affordable Building Material with Many Uses

Perforated bricks are now used creatively in architecture for both structural and decorative purposes, enhancing aesthetics and functionality.
fromRemodelista
2 days ago

Kitchen of the Week: Hardware Store Finds and Thoughtful Storage for a Professional Chef - Remodelista

"The clients are a family of five who were already living in the Barcelona flat but wanted to give it new character through the redesign of the kitchen and bathrooms," says Muñoz. "Our focus was to update the spaces while maintaining continuity with the rest of the apartment, which has a lot of personality thanks to the clients."
Renovation
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
2 days ago

A Look Inside Wilson House: A Showcase of Laminate

Wilsonart celebrates its 70th anniversary, highlighting the historical significance of Wilson House, designed by founder Ralph Wilson's daughter, Bonnie.
Design
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

A Chromatic Counterpoint to Quiet Luxury

A Long Island home embraces color as a joyful design principle, transforming minimalism into a vibrant, uplifting environment that promotes happiness.
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

The Illusion of Lightness: Designing Civic Voids for Public Life

The original intent of pilotis was to create a sense of lightness that would allow circulation and light to flow beneath a structure, but contemporary requirements render thin columns insufficient for large-scale civic projects.
Renovation
Design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 days ago

Biomimetic Architecture Reaches New Heights With This Bird-of-Paradise Yoga Space - Yanko Design

Thilina Liyanage's architecture translates animal gestures into functional designs, exemplified by the Rifle Bird Yogashala inspired by the Victoria's riflebird's courtship display.
Renovation
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Learn From My Mistakes. What Not to Do When Building Your Outdoor Sauna

Choosing the right type of sauna is crucial for installation and enjoyment.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
5 days ago

Red Bridge Cabin / Wiki World + Advanced Architecture Lab

The 'Red Bridge Cabin' is an eco-friendly wooden cabin in Yuancheng Cultural Park, emphasizing historical preservation and natural integration.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Designing with Living Matter: 5 Installations Using Bio-Based Materials and Digital Fabrication

Architecture must integrate ecological considerations and material intelligence to transform design practices and reduce environmental impact.
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Designing for Obsolescence in an Age of Perpetual Upgrades

In the nineteenth century, entire railway networks became obsolete almost overnight, not due to physical deterioration, but because of changes in the technical standards that supported them. The expansion of railroads across Europe and North America adopted different track gauges, and as a dominant standard gradually emerged, these infrastructures became incompatible with one another.
Renovation
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Transforming a Concrete Shell into a Wooden Interior Shaped by the Sea

A Mediterranean harbor house renovation transforms a raw concrete shell into a material-driven interior that echoes maritime atmosphere through spatial organization, natural materials, and carefully controlled views of the surrounding landscape.
Design
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago

best pivot door contest 2026 highlights projects that push architectural thresholds

Pivot doors combine structural performance and spatial expression, transforming access points into defining architectural elements across residential, cultural, and specialized environments.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Doors at Scale: Highlights from the Best Pivot Door Contest 2026

Pivot door technology enables precise, durable movement of very large, heavy door panels while expanding doors' architectural roles, scale, and material expression.
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