beneath a thatched roof and durable chonta wood, al borde’s 'yuyarina pacha library' brings a new community space to ecuador's amazon.
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rooftop architecture and design (133)
oaxaca-based architecture firm territorio estudio shades the rural school with a lightweight, undulating roof structure.
forever is now (6)
'liquid solid’ looks to ancient egyptian history to imagine a monument of the future.
interactive and participatory AI artworks, lights sculptures, and immersive installations contemplate how art can bridge past and present.
connections: +170
art interviews (160)
from submerged terracotta roofs to chanting oysters, the artworks create new meeting points across the city while speaking to ideas of global significance.
mexican artist garcía contreras explores death and memory through his exhibition at pioneer works in brooklyn, new york.
connections: +740
architecture in the czech republic (146)
luminous interiors of exposed concrete are organized between seven staggered, interconnected floors.
the architecture takes the form of a bridge, elevated on concrete pillars, resembling a steel footbridge that stretches across the slope.
malý chmel (3)
the geometric layout draws from the triangular bastions that once fortified české budějovice.
glass blocks complete the façade's main motif, enclosing the parking house and providing a finer scale with a shiny and elegant touch.
connections: +210
museums and galleries (721)
two interlocking structures shape the museum, with one clad in limestone to echo the mountains, and the other in aluminum to reflect the city.
topped by a semi-transparent 'crown' facade, the museum will bring a modern intervention to historic rotterdam.
moncler (24)
dubbed as an all-weather accommodation, the lodging has an atmospheric environment because of the large panoramic windows wrapping its rear side.
the collection includes down jackets, vests, and versatile city-ready layers, all described as being crafted 'from bits to atoms'.
connections: +680
car design (872)
named VIN #1, many of its exterior elements can draw viewers in, including the sculpted sides that create the car's aggressive look and its teardrop-shaped frame.
connections: +1150
the collaboration between CART department and west coast customs showcases ten one-off art cars during the 2024 LA auto show.
connections: +940
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automotive curiosity (307)
carried out on october 30th, 2024, in san diego, california, the test was meant to monitor and check the design, production components, and critical performance metrics.
to top off the recreated design, the studio includes a mcfly punk hoverboard and cap alongside a PEPSI bottle for their custom model.
mercedes-benz (162)
using a model from 1990s, the trio turns the vehicle into an automotive art piece with boom boxes on the removable roof.
through a campaign video for its mentorship program, the car manufacturer presents a glimpse of a potential custom skin for its upcoming coupe.
connections: +1030
fashion design phenomena (248)
marking the 50th anniversary of the brand, the watch ring has a stopwatch feature and can display hours, minutes, seconds, dates, and times of two different cities.
the removable four-toed ‘gloves’ of the superfinger superstar can also be used as bags or be attached to other shoes.
residential architecture and interiors (4202)
divided into four gabled volumes, the waterfront retreat gracefully interacts with its natural surroundings.
house of quad reimagines the vernacular kerala house with sloping roofs, central courtyards, and timber for a modern touch.
marble and stone design (299)
two interlocking structures shape the museum, with one clad in limestone to echo the mountains, and the other in aluminum to reflect the city.
the tables combine the sculptural weight of permanent furniture with a design featuring configurable, overlapping surfaces.
architecture in spain (675)
platforms at various levels within the frames provide seating, shade, and an elevated viewpoint overlooking surrounding fields.
classic wooden floors and traditional joinery coexist with current patterns and textures, curved transitions, and folding forms.
public art (639)
from submerged terracotta roofs to chanting oysters, the artworks create new meeting points across the city while speaking to ideas of global significance.
whether you're here for art fairs, installations or exhibitions, this guide has all you need for miami art & design week 2024.
connections: +790
vincent leroy (43)
the spheres by vincent leroy catch and distort their surroundings, creating shifting reflections.
the white orbs reflect the sky, either merging with the rocks or appearing to float weightlessly like a mysterious cloud.
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