'bamboo gate' rises from the levee that fell during the 2018 floods as two circular volumes bridged by an undulating roof.
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architecture in japan (1571)
fiber-reinforced plastic tops the facades to soften daylight, while eye-level glass panels open the interior to unobstructed views of tokyo bay.
renovation and restoration architecture and design (911)
topped by a semi-transparent 'crown' facade, the museum will bring a modern intervention to historic rotterdam.
its hot-flaming look shines through the two-toned red paint livery, and the 1988 vehicle’s signature wood grain panels still appear in this redesigned version.
residential architecture and interiors (4200)
glass panels, interconnected garden courtyards, and open-air walkways enhance transparency across each of stella casa's segments.
connections: +4590
its branches rise through a rectangular opening in the roof, forging a visual connection between the interior and the outdoors.
C+ architects (8)
cplus architects encloses the hotel in zigzagging courtyard walls, connecting KALHA with its surrounding landscape.
it provides a soft and safe perceptual sensation, like ‘returning to the mother’s womb’, in contrast to the cold concrete forest of the encompassing urban landscape.
architecture in china (1873)
visitors are surrounded by tall evergreen trees, exaggerating the experience of being immersed in china's forests.
connections: +1870
büro ole scheeren divides the project between two towers connected by lush, stepping terraces.
hotel architecture and design (701)
büro ole scheeren divides the project between two towers connected by lush, stepping terraces.
earth-toned plaster, clay tiles, and wood-colored flooring blend with the surroundings, while reinforced concrete structures provide durability.
portraits (158)
as the national academy of design approaches its 200th anniversary, chief curator discusses its reflective exhibition, 'past as prologue.'
connections: +320
'I don’t know if I’ve re-interpreted the myth as much as I’ve sought to locate myself in it,' ron norsworthy shares in an interview.
connections: +320
art interviews (159)
mexican artist garcía contreras explores death and memory through his exhibition at pioneer works in brooklyn, new york.
connections: +740
brendan fernandes' 'build up the house' is a luminous artwork at the intersection of dance, architecture, and cultural heritage.
connections: +950
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kengo kuma (275)
acclaimed artists and designers collaborate with master murano glassmakers, presenting eleven works that celebrate venetian glass heritage.
'bamboo gate' rises from the levee that fell during the 2018 floods as two circular volumes bridged by an undulating roof.
architecture interviews (276)
marian goodman gallery's inaugural show 'your patience is appreciated' celebrates a diverse roster of artists within the revived space.
connections: +1000
designboom speaks to OMA’s david gianotten, andreas karavanas, and collaborating architect andrea tabocchini, about the redesign of the recently-unveiled gallery.
architecture in greece (271)
inspired by the land, the project preserves the island’s vernacular architecture while embracing contemporary materials and forms.
locally sourced stone, hand-shaped by local stone technicians blends the structure with its natural context.
the ellinikon (5)
following his talk at the ellinikon experience centre in athens, kengo kuma talks to designboom about his designs for the urban regeneration project.
read on as we deep dive into the progress and timeline for the ellinikon, as well as the team of architects spearheading the ambitious masterplan.
wood and timber architecture and design (1099)
jiri krejcirik places velvet-upholstered drawers atop the ash wood table with a gradient finish in blue and red.
connections: +1250
charred accoya wood and green aluminum accents on the facade make the residence by kumiki architecture blend with the greenery around it.
electric automobiles (668)
designboom witnessed the IONIQ 9 electric SUV's unveiling in LA before meeting with head of design simon loasby.
connections: +1650
nao.design implements a modular magnetic system, allowing the device to split into two independent units for customizable urban commutes.
connections: +670
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