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• Hermès Opens Architectural Flagship in Beijing's Sanlitun District, Designed by RDAI and Mamou-Mani Architects architecture-design

  Hermès inaugurated a new flagship store in Beijing's Sanlitun district at the start of this month, marking a significant expansion in China. The five-level standalone building,…

• PoliLam's ACE Surfaces: Nanotechnology-Enhanced Laminate Panels with Self-Healing Properties architecture-design

  PoliLam, a US company, has introduced ACE Surfaces, a range of high-pressure laminate and compact panels refined through nanotechnology. These panels feature an ultra-matt,…

• M+C Saatchi Appoints Naz Kasim as First Executive Creative Director of Art and Design architecture-design

  Naz Kasim has been appointed as the first Executive Creative Director of Art and Design at M+C Saatchi North America, marking a strategic pivot towards craftsmanship and…

• Henry Boyle Designs Nantucket Compound for Active Lifestyles and Social Gatherings architecture-design

  Designer Henry Boyle created a seaside retreat on Nantucket specifically tailored to his clients' energetic way of living. The compound was conceived with their dynamic activities…

• Brückner & Brückner Architekten Complete Christus Church in Neumarkt, Germany architecture-design

  Brückner & Brückner Architekten completed the Christus Church in Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz, Germany, in 2023. The 866-square-meter architectural project was led by architect…

• Mystery Dial Watches Blend Horology and Illusion from Beaubleu to Cartier architecture-design

  French independent watch brand Beaubleu, founded by former car interior designer Nicolas Ducoudert, emphasizes expressive time perception through its signature mystery dial…

• Sharon Osbourne lists historic Hancock Park mansion for $17 million eight months after Ozzy's death architecture-design

  Sharon Osbourne has placed the Los Angeles mansion she shared with her late husband Ozzy Osbourne on the market for $17 million. The Tudor-style property in Hancock Park was…

• Montoliu Hernandez Renovates Valencia Apartment with Barrel Vaults and Central Kitchen Core architecture-design

  Montoliu Hernandez, a local firm, has renovated the Cirilo Apartment in Valencia's historic Eixample district, replacing a fragmented 1920s layout with a fluid sequence of…

• Sabella Arquitetura's Casa Colmeia features gridded timber roof in Brazilian landscape architecture-design

  Sabella Arquitetura has completed Casa Colmeia, a 1,600-square-metre residence in Porto Feliz, Brazil, featuring a distinctive gridded timber roof. The home occupies a sloping…

• First Office transforms Los Angeles ranch from reality TV set to family home architecture-design

  A midcentury ranch in Los Angeles previously owned by Eden Sasson of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills had been altered for television production, compromising its original…

• Lime Launches Redesigned E-Bike with Smaller Wheels for Inclusivity Amid Safety Controversies architecture-design

  Lime's new electric bike design features smaller wheels, a lower frame, and relocated battery to appeal to women and older riders. The micromobility company began rolling out the…

• Casa Bersatu: Estudio D3B Designs 2022 Family Retreat in Costa Rican Nature architecture-design

  Completed in 2022, Casa Bersatu serves as a gathering place for a globally dispersed family seeking connection in nature. The 250-square-meter residence in Santa Teresa, Costa…

• FutureBrand and Hexagon Launch Octave Software Brand System for Data Clarity architecture-design

  FutureBrand developed the Octave software brand system in partnership with Hexagon, transforming complex data into actionable intelligence. The project emerged from Hexagon's…

• Javier Dueñas Proposes Public Bath as Urban Micro-Plant and Social Regenerator architecture-design

  Javier Dueñas from JDEstudio has written a 148-page essay entitled 'Un Baño para la Ciudad,' which advocates for a transformative approach to public bathing facilities in light of…

• Tala's Root Chandelier Reimagines Traditional Lighting Through Organic Tree Growth Patterns architecture-design

  The British brand Tala has unveiled its Root chandelier, a lighting fixture that draws direct inspiration from the natural growth patterns of trees. Designer Dan Carpenter…

• Mata Architects' Panoramic House extension integrates timber and glass in Hampstead architecture-design

  Mata Architects has completed a timber-clad extension named Panoramic House for a family home in Hampstead, London. The design features a glazed corner with large sliding glass…

• Stijn Dries Converts Abandoned Zaandam Paper Mill into Maker Village for 200 Creatives architecture-design

  Stijn Dries has repurposed De Hoop, a derelict paper factory in Zaandam, Netherlands, into an internal village housing two hundred creative entrepreneurs. The industrial sheds now…

• Atelier d’Architecture RAMDAM: A French Studio Focused on Public Space and User-Centered Design architecture-design

  Founded in 2009 by Franck Dibon and Olivier Misischi, Atelier d’Architecture RAMDAM operates from Saint-Denis, France, with a commitment to public space. The studio's name…

• Mariam Issoufou Architects designs zero-waste Gourmega restaurant in Manhattan's historic South Village architecture-design

  Mariam Issoufou Architects have completed Gourmega, a zero-waste restaurant in Manhattan's South Village Historic District. This 670-square-foot space boasts a dark design that…

• Blurr Bureau Creates New York Pride Branding for Yes! Apples Collective architecture-design

  New York branding studio Blurr Bureau developed a visual identity for Yes! Apples, a collective of small family-run apple orchards in New York. Founder and creative director…

• Rotterdam's Architectural Response to Below-Sea-Level Challenges architecture-design

  Rotterdam, the Netherlands' second-largest city, sits approximately one meter below sea level in the delta of the Rhine and Maas rivers. This geographic condition has shaped urban…

• Montoliu Hernandez Revives 1920s Valencia Apartment with Modern Design architecture-design

  In Valencia's Ensanche valenciano district, architects Montoliu Hernandez have completed the renovation of Casa Cirilo, a 101-square-meter apartment housed in a building from…

• Aurora Arquitectos Reverses Lisbon's 'Cod's Tail' Apartment Layout to Harness Southern Light architecture-design

  Aurora Arquitectos has transformed the Casa da Moeda Apartment in Lisbon by fundamentally altering its original 'Rabo de Bacalhau' typology. This mid-20th-century dwelling,…

• Six designers transform cedarwood trees into public furniture at Tokyo's Ginza Six architecture-design

  Six international designers have created a series of cedarwood objects for the 'A Tree' project, now displayed at Ginza Six in Tokyo. Faye Toogood, Max Lamb, Rio Kobayashi, Fabien…

• 2026 Living Room Furniture Trends: Natural Materials, Multifunctional Design, and Emotional Spaces architecture-design

  By 2026, living room furnishings will shift towards enhancing personal style through adaptable layouts. Warm environments will be achieved with natural elements such as wood and…

• Davina Atallah's Body Blocks Wooden Toy Explores Body Diversity Through Play architecture-design

  Davina Atallah, a designer from Beirut, has introduced Body Blocks, a unique wooden stacking toy system aimed at helping children understand body image and diversity. This set…

• Christophe Delcourt's 'Zaho' table for Baxter features book-like unfolding legs showcasing Grove marble architecture-design

  Christophe Delcourt, a French designer, has introduced the 'Zaho' table for Baxter, a name derived from the Arabic term for 'splendour.' This innovative design showcases legs that…

• ONO Architects' Japanese-inspired garden studio in California blends privacy with bold design architecture-design

  ONO, a design and architecture firm established in 2020 by architects Tyler Noblin and Max Obata, is located in Northern California. They’ve just finished the Two-Fold garden…

• Riegler Riewe Architekten Completes Med Uni Campus Graz in Austria architecture-design

  Riegler Riewe Architekten has completed the Med Uni Campus Graz in Austria, a 105 m² project finished in 2023. The design integrates work, teaching, and leisure spaces on an…

• Tristan Burfield Designs Coastal Retreat in Aireys Inlet, Australia architecture-design

  Architect Tristan Burfield completed a 58-square-meter timber addition in Aireys Inlet, Australia, in 2025. The project, known as No.23 Residence, is situated along the Great…

• Shanghai's Dishui Lake Subway Station Renovation by ZF Architectural Design Completed in 2024 architecture-design

  Shanghai ZF Architectural Design has completed the renovation of Dishui Lake Subway Station in 2024, a project led by architect Gong Gefei. Located in the Central Activity Zone of…

• Kazuyo Sejima to Design Visitor Infrastructure at Luis Barragán's Cuadra San Cristóbal architecture-design

  Japanese architect Kazuyo Sejima has been invited to create new visitor infrastructure interventions at the iconic Cuadra San Cristóbal equestrian complex designed by Luis…

• COR Architecture + Design Revitalizes Balsapintada Cultural Center with Sustainable Renovation architecture-design

  In August 2025, the renovation of the Casa de Cultura de Balsapintada was completed by COR Architecture + Design, under the direction of Miguel Rodenas and Jesús Olivares. This…

• Architects Embrace Flexibility as Core Principle in Modern Industrial Facility Design architecture-design

  Contemporary industrial architecture prioritizes adaptability over static permanence, with facilities designed to accommodate future technological shifts and market demands.…

• Sabrina Carpenter's 'House Tour' mansion in Los Angeles listed for $36.8 million architecture-design

  A Los Angeles mansion featured in Sabrina Carpenter's 'House Tour' music video is now available for purchase at $36.8 million. Located at 1851 Stanley Avenue in the Hollywood…

• Tepoztlán Market by Ramírez Suarez Arquitectos and Laboratorio Regional de Arquitectura Opens in Mexico architecture-design

  In Tepoztlán, Mexico, a new municipal market spanning 5,754 square meters has been inaugurated, crafted by Ramírez Suarez Arquitectos and Laboratorio Regional de Arquitectura.…

• Arcke Designs Sustainable Beach House on Queensland's Sunshine Coast architecture-design

  Arcke has completed the Moffat Morphing House, a compact 75m² residence located one block from the surf break at Moffat Heads on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. The sustainable home…

• Contemporary Home Design Embraces Advanced Window Coverings with Smart Technology architecture-design

  Advanced window coverings have evolved beyond basic functionality to incorporate smart technology and energy-efficient designs. Motorized shades can be controlled via remote,…

• Meganom's Manhattan Skyscraper Nears Completion with Rooftop Infinity Pool architecture-design

  Meganom, a Russian architecture firm, has revealed impressive designs for a 52-story residential tower at 262 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan's NoMad area, which is close to being…

• Luiz Volpato Arquitetura Designs Casa 17-JB in Curitiba's Protected Forest Setting architecture-design

  Luiz Volpato Arquitetura completed Casa 17-JB in 2022, a residential project in Curitiba, Brazil. The 1,113-square-meter house was commissioned by an Italian client passionate…