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MD41's Luisa Basso Children's Center in Longare Features Circular Windows Under a Unified Pitched Roof architecture-design
The Luisa Basso Children's Center, located in Longare, Vicenza, Italy, has been finalized by the Italian firm MD41. This facility combines a nursery and preschool beneath a large,…
Wang Shu's Ningbo Historic Museum: A New Chinese Vernacular architecture-design
In May of this year, the author visited Ningbo, China, specifically to see the work of Wang Shu, the first Chinese citizen to win the Pritzker Architecture Prize in 2012. Wang Shu…
Five Innovative Arizona Homes Designed to Beat the Heat architecture-design
Since Frank Lloyd Wright founded Taliesin West in 1937, Arizona's climate has influenced architects. A recent article showcases five homes that exemplify desert modernism. Near…
JUJURWORK Transforms Kuantan Rooftop into Vibrant Korean BBQ Restaurant architecture-design
JUJURWORK, a Malaysian architectural firm headed by Evelyn Jingjie Wong, has finalized the Jibungae KBBQ, a 450-square-metre Korean barbecue venue situated on the rooftop of a…
Iragüen Viñuela Arquitectos completes mass-timber forest retreat in Chile architecture-design
Iragüen Viñuela Arquitectos, a Chilean architectural firm, has finalized the House by Fuy River, a 150-square-metre wooden retreat located in the Andean foothills of southern…
Alan Chu Designs São Jorge Lookout in Brazil architecture-design
The São Jorge Lookout, an architectural endeavor by Alan Chu, spans 2,858 square meters and is anticipated to be finished in 2026. Curated by Susanna Moreira and coordinated by…
Mirante de São Jorge: Alan Chu's 2026 Viewpoint Pavilion in Brazil architecture-design
Alan Chu, the architect behind the Mirante de São Jorge project, has unveiled a new viewpoint structure in São Jorge, Brazil, slated for completion in 2026. The project, curated…
Taste Health Nutrition Branding by Dex Studio architecture-design
Dex Studio, a design team comprising Drielly Adriana, Caio Resende, and Rodrigo Balbino, has unveiled a comprehensive branding and packaging identity for Taste Health, a modern…
Paula Ábalos Arquitectura Renovates Casa Boa in Majadahonda with Pastel-Yellow Kitchen architecture-design
Paula Ábalos arquitectura has revitalized Casa Boa, a townhouse located in Majadahonda, Madrid, while honoring its familial legacy. Instead of a complete renovation, the studio…
San Diego's Baby Grand Hotel: A Maximalist Oasis of Decay and Luxury architecture-design
The Baby Grand hotel in San Diego, designed by CH Projects and Post Company, opened in May after a five-year, $17 million renovation of a midcentury motel near Coronado Island.…
Peers Branding by Anvar K.: Custom Typography and Grid Systems architecture-design
Designer Anvar K. has launched an extensive corporate branding and visual identity initiative for Peers, emphasizing custom typography and a structured grid system. The branding…
MIAS Architects Extends Travertine Urban Landscape in Banyoles, Spain architecture-design
The recent phase of the renovation of Banyoles' historic town center in Spain, which includes Plaça d'en Ges and adjacent streets, has been finalized by MIAS Architects. This…
Norwegian Students Build Hospital in Lasur Village, India architecture-design
In Lasur village, Maharashtra, two young Norwegian students, Jan Olav Jensen and Per Christian Brynildsen, designed and built a hospital that feels more like a home. The project,…
Maja Regula Designs Minimalist Packaging for Probiotic Brand OriginBiotics architecture-design
OriginBiotics, a brand specializing in probiotic supplements, has unveiled its packaging identity, crafted by Maja Regula. The design incorporates a rich forest green hue, exuding…
SOM's Highrise Data Center Proposal Faces Opposition in Kansas City architecture-design
A plan put forth by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) for a data center housed in a 20-story skyscraper in Kansas City's Quality Hill area has encountered significant resistance…
Lapalma and Raffaella Mangiarotti unveil 16-shade chromatic alphabet architecture-design
Lapalma, the Italian furniture brand, has unveiled a fresh color palette in collaboration with architect and designer Raffaella Mangiarotti. This palette, which made its debut at…
Linha House: Ricardo Azevedo Arquitecto's Singular Dwelling in Portugal architecture-design
The Linha House, a residential project spanning 6,803 square feet, has been finalized by the Portuguese architectural firm Ricardo Azevedo Arquitecto, with construction concluding…
IKEA's KONSTRUNDA Collection Blends Art and Design for Everyday Living architecture-design
IKEA is set to unveil its new KONSTRUNDA collection, translating to "art path," on September 1, 2026, available in all stores and online. Coordinated by creative leader Karin…
KPF Unveils TP-LINK LXD: A One-Kilometer Landscape Wrapping Three Towers in Shenzhen architecture-design
In Shenzhen, China, the TP-LINK LXD office complex is being crafted by KPF. This innovative design features a kilometer-long landscape that elevates the ground and wraps around…
Five Contemporary Craft Studios Redefining Palermo's Creative Scene architecture-design
Palermo is witnessing a revival in modern craftsmanship, showcased by five key businesses in ceramics, metalwork, publishing, marble design, and hospitality. Significant…
Kuba Woźniczka's Studzienno 27: Black-Timber Cabins in Polish Woodland architecture-design
Kuba Woźniczka, a Polish architect and co-founder of KameleonLab, has finalized Studzienno 27, which consists of four holiday cabins located in Poland's Stołowe Mountains National…
Made x Barbican Collection Brings Brutalist Design Home architecture-design
This month, Made is set to unveil a new collection of 23 furniture and lighting items inspired by London's Barbican Centre. Created in partnership with the Barbican, the…
Waugh Thistleton and Mithun design US's tallest mass-timber office building in Bellevue architecture-design
Waugh Thistleton Architects, in collaboration with Mithun, has introduced plans for Bevel, a 12-storey mass-timber office structure set to rise in Bellevue, Washington. Once…
Moyésoa's Essoa Pavilion: Eco-Lodge in Côte d'Ivoire Joins Wallpaper* Architects' Directory 2026 architecture-design
Moyésoa, an architecture and design lab based in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, was launched in 2024 by William Tailly and Natacha Djédjé. The name "Moyésoa," meaning 'House of…
Brazil's Architecture Scene: Bienal Curators, UNESCO Heritage, and New Projects architecture-design
In October 2023, Brazil's architectural landscape reveals a rich tapestry of cultural influences. The 15th São Paulo International Architecture Biennial has revealed its…
das_POD's CD-ROM PLAYER 01: Upcycled Drives in Modular Aluminum architecture-design
das_POD, the creative identity of Seong Heum Na, has introduced CD-ROM PLAYER 01, a DIY audio initiative that repurposes old computer CD-ROM drives into operational CD players.…
Vestige Binidufà Opens in Menorca, Blending Rural Heritage with Modern Design architecture-design
A new countryside retreat named Vestige Binidufà has launched on Menorca, marking the completion of the Madera Fernandez family's dual-refuge initiative. Situated on an expansive…
Escuela Bossard: New Primary School Building in Unterägeri, Switzerland architecture-design
The Bossard School in Unterägeri, Switzerland, has been expanded with a new primary school building, replacing the historic 'Mädchenhaus' (girls' house). The project was designed…
Medio Estudio's Casa Río in Madrid Eliminates Corridors to Open Up to the Outdoors architecture-design
The architecture firm Medio Estudio, located in Madrid, has transformed a 55-square-meter apartment close to Madrid Río park, referred to as Casa Río. The renovation eliminates…
OPEN Architecture Designs Lina Bo Bardi's First China Exhibition at PSA architecture-design
From July 25 to October 25, 2026, Shanghai's Power Station of Art (PSA) will present 'The Poetics of Survival,' marking the first exhibition in China focused on Brazilian…
Blue Infrastructure: Rethinking Water's Role in Urban Design architecture-design
Olivia Poston highlights the critical role of blue infrastructure in urban planning in her article for ArchDaily, published on August 17, 2026. She critiques the tendency to…
Inner Court House by Plus Idea Studio Turns Inward in Phan Rang architecture-design
The Inner Court House, designed by Plus Idea Studio, is a 250-square-meter residence in Phan Rang, Vietnam, completed in 2025. The project was curated by Miwa Negoro, with…
Aida Atelier's Cordmark Miyota Community Center in Nagano architecture-design
In the rural landscape of Nagano, Japan, Aida Atelier has completed the Cordmark Miyota community center, a mixed-use building that integrates a workspace, café, kitchen, library,…
VAYA Vakantiepark Branding: Lakeside Identity by Alex Maikoe architecture-design
Alex Maikoe, a designer, has developed a detailed visual identity for VAYA Vakantiepark, a nature-focused retreat. The branding includes a unique logo that merges four elements: a…
YUARCHITECTS Renovates BIT International Education Center architecture-design
The International Education Communication Center at the Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) has completed its renovations in 2025, with YUARCHITECTS overseeing the project.…
Bruno X Visual Identity and Music Branding System by Estúdio Bamba architecture-design
Bruno X, a Brazilian DJ studio, has introduced a fresh visual identity and music branding system. Developed by Flávia Jackeline, Estúdio Bamba, and Nathalia Ultramar, the…
Deulkkotsoop 'Field · Flower · Forest' Café by Myungin Architects Opens in South Korea architecture-design
Myungin Architects, led by Jeon Jaehong, has completed the Deulkkotsoop 'Field · Flower · Forest' Café in South Korea, a single-story coffee shop designed to blend into its…
Cafetería Deulkkotsoop 'Campo · Flor · Bosque' by MTT in South Korea architecture-design
The Deulkkotsoop cafeteria, designed by the architecture firm MTT, has been completed in South Korea. The project, curated by Miwa Negoro, covers an area of 2,317 square meters…
Kurosawa Kawara-ten Renovates Six-Tatami Tea Room in Ichihara with Salvaged Timber, Titanium, and Steel architecture-design
In Ichihara, Chiba, Japan, architect Kazufumi Kobayashi has transformed a six-tatami tea room within a former family timber business annex at Kurosawa Kawara-ten. This renovation…
Jun Matcha Club: A Contemplative Matcha Café in a Former Garage in Jakarta architecture-design
In South Jakarta's Panglima Polim area, Jun Matcha Club, a creation of Matter of Something, has officially opened its doors. This 33-square-meter café, which was previously a…

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