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• Goy Architects Renovates 1950s Singapore Bungalow with Material-Rich Extension architecture-design

  Goy Architects, under the leadership of Goy Zhenru, has been highlighted in the Wallpaper* Architects Directory 2026, which showcases up-and-coming architectural firms. This…

• Solar.xyz's Casa Castelar: A 19th-Century Madrid Home Reimagined for the 21st Century architecture-design

  Spanish architecture studio Solar.xyz, founded in 2022 by Pablo Canga and Ana Herreros, has been selected for the Wallpaper* Architects' Directory 2026, an annual round-up of…

• Carlo Ratti's 'Objectify' Series Explores the Condominio, Ancient Rome's Enduring Housing Idea architecture-design

  In the summer series 'Objectify' by Wallpaper*, architect Carlo Ratti examines Italy through commonplace items, beginning with the condominio, or shared apartment building. He…

• Designing Garages for Phoenix's Extreme Heat architecture-design

  A recent guide from urdesignmag.com tackles the difficulties of garage design in Phoenix, Arizona, known for its intense heat. The city typically experiences 111 days with…

• KTGY Renovates Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park Interiors architecture-design

  US architecture studio KTGY has completed a renovation of the Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park hotel, originally designed by HOK in the 1980s. The project, undertaken by KTGY's…

• GROT Premium Water Packaging: High-Tech Minimalism Meets Stock Mold Optimization architecture-design

  Mariya Churilo, a designer, has introduced a fresh packaging concept for GROT premium artesian water, highlighting a blend of high-tech minimalism and optimized stock molds. The…

• MAUM STUDIO Designs Visual Identity for NAVER LOCAL GROUND in Busan architecture-design

  In Busan, MAUM STUDIO has developed a visual identity for NAVER LOCAL GROUND, merging digital platforms with community spaces. The design incorporates striking geometric forms and…

• INBAL Announces Five Shortlisted Teams for Mexico Pavilion at 2027 Venice Architecture Biennale architecture-design

  The Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (INBAL) has revealed five finalists for the Mexico Pavilion at the 20th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di…

• Estúdio Campana wraps Tiffany & Co pop-up in woven wicker at JK Iguatemi Mall architecture-design

  Estúdio Campana, a Brazilian design firm, has launched a pop-up shop for Tiffany & Co at São Paulo's JK Iguatemi Mall. The exterior features a flowing woven wicker design in…

• ESH Gruppa's Custom Typeface Blends Geometric Precision with Retro Flair architecture-design

  ESH Gruppa has developed a bespoke typeface for its corporate branding, combining bold geometric shapes with smooth curves and a substantial stroke weight for a striking visual…

• Five Renovations Divide Without Walls: A Third Way Between Cellular and Open Plan architecture-design

  A recent survey examining five apartment renovations in Europe and Asia indicates a novel approach that blends cellular and open layouts through the use of objects for division.…

• Butter Yellow Plaster and Animal Decor Warm Up Montreal Apartment by Luke Havekes architecture-design

  Designer Luke Havekes has completed the interior of a 1,195-square-foot apartment in Montreal, Canada, for a young family. The new-build residence features animal-inspired decor…

• Plunge Infrared Sauna Review: A Design-Forward Wellness Investment architecture-design

  Architectural Digest has published a review of the Plunge Infrared Sauna, a high-end wellness product designed for two people. The sauna features a hemlock-and-glass construction,…

• Sordo Madaleno Arquitectos unveils sunken open-air gallery Arte Abierto Baja in Mexico architecture-design

  Sordo Madaleno Arquitectos, a Mexican architectural firm, has unveiled Arte Abierto Baja, an open-air exhibition venue situated in Cabo del Sol, Mexico, for the non-profit…

• Seven Basketball Courts That Score Design Points architecture-design

  A Dezeen roundup highlights seven basketball courts worldwide that integrate design beyond the game, including flood mitigation, cultural references, and portability. The courts…

• Syn Architects' Project Orion: A Contemporary Take on Saudi Heritage architecture-design

  Saudi architecture studio Syn Architects, founded in 2018 by Sara Alissa and Nojoud Alsudairi, has been featured in the Wallpaper* Architects' Directory 2026, an annual round-up…

• Bathroom Design Trends 2027: From Bold Tiles to Serene Sanctuaries architecture-design

  Wallpaper* magazine has unveiled its vision for bathroom design in 2027, emphasizing the significance of this intimate space. Drawing inspiration from striking reveals at Salone…

• IKEA Konstrunda Collection Aims to Make Collectible Design Affordable architecture-design

  IKEA has introduced the Konstrunda collection, comprising 22 items designed by seven creatives, including Andu Masebo and Lisa Hilland, targeting young collectors with…

• Maison Proust Unveils New Mural by Delphine Nény and Atelier Bedo le Peley architecture-design

  Maison Proust, a luxurious five-star hotel located in the Marais district of Paris, has introduced a stunning hand-painted mural in its front desk and concierge area. This artwork…

• Mission Space Visual Identity by SANDS STUDIO architecture-design

  SANDS STUDIO has unveiled a fresh visual identity for Mission Space, merging advanced telemetry user interfaces with tangible branding elements. The design showcases a striking…

• Maya Lin's 'Floating Landscape' to Debut at UT Austin in 2027 architecture-design

  Renowned artist Maya Lin will debut her latest public artwork, titled 'Floating Landscape,' at the University of Texas at Austin in April 2027. Spanning 3,600 square feet, this…

• Patrícia Martinez Arquitetura: São Paulo Studio with 400+ Projects architecture-design

  Patrícia Martinez Arquitetura (PMA), a São Paulo-based architecture studio founded by Patrícia Martinez in 2005, has completed over 400 projects in Brazil and internationally,…

• Biidaasige Park's Western Expansion Opens on Toronto's Eastern Waterfront architecture-design

  The four-hectare western expansion of Biidaasige Park has opened to the public on Toronto's eastern waterfront, adding new amenities to the already acclaimed park. Designed by…

• Heinz Love Lid: Adjustable Ketchup Cap with Three Flow Settings architecture-design

  Kraft Heinz has introduced the Love Lid, a special edition adjustable cap for ketchup bottles that enables users to manage the flow with three options: Like, Love, and Crazy Love.…

• London School of Architecture 2026 degree show features cultural artefact storehouse and river rights proposals architecture-design

  The 2026 degree exhibition, titled 'If Only We Will', has been launched by the London School of Architecture (LSA), showcasing works from its MArch Designing Architecture program.…

• UUfie renovates Ontario chalet with net barrier and hammock architecture-design

  UUfie, an architecture firm located in Toronto, has undertaken the renovation and expansion of the Belfountain House, a chalet from the 1970s in Ontario, Canada. The northern…

• Donald Olsen's Kip House, a Post-War Modernist Gem, Listed in Berkeley architecture-design

  The Kip House, designed by architect Donald Olsen in 1952, has been put up for sale in Berkeley, California. This residence is celebrated as a classic example of post-war American…

• Modystka Storefront Redesign by Patryk Skoczylas and Traffic Design architecture-design

  Patryk Skoczylas, in collaboration with Traffic Design, has finalized a tactile branding initiative for Modystka, a hat retailer located in Gdynia, Poland. This redesign…

• Lela Becker's Midcentury Pacific Palisades Home: A Soulful Revival architecture-design

  Mother cofounder Lela Becker, with the help of Angeleno experts, has revived a midcentury house in the Pacific Palisades for her young family. The home's atmosphere is enriched by…

• The Water Anomaly: Bari's Teatro Margherita, Europe's Only Theater on Stilts architecture-design

  Rising from the historic port of Bari, Teatro Margherita is the only theater in Europe constructed entirely on stilts. Built in the early 20th century to circumvent a construction…

• MARS Studio Transforms Beijing Underpass into Split Restaurant and Public Walkway architecture-design

  MARS Studio, which started in New York and is now located in Beijing, has completed a unique restaurant project under an active highway in Tongzhou, Beijing. The Intime Group…

• Iterare Arquitectos nests stark white home inside old Spanish brick shell architecture-design

  Iterare Arquitectos has finalized Casa Nido in the Torrefiel area of Valencia, situated within an existing brick structure. Co-founder Rubén Gutiérrez characterizes the design as…

• Photographer Ahmad Alnaji Captures Ciel Dubai Marina, World's Tallest Hotel architecture-design

  Photographer Ahmad Alnaji has unveiled photographs of Ciel Dubai Marina, which stands as the tallest hotel-only structure globally at 377 meters, eclipsing the Gevora Hotel's…

• ZHA unveils forested masterplan for Baku Expo City with wind-resistant homes architecture-design

  Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has unveiled its masterplan for Baku Expo City, a sprawling 198-hectare development in Azerbaijan. This project will include a network of residential…

• Waka Waka's Ribbon Collection: Colorful Metal Furniture for Benex's Eetal Project architecture-design

  Waka Waka, a studio located in Los Angeles, has introduced Ribbon, a vibrant furniture line made from steel and aluminum, created for the Eetal project by Japanese manufacturer…

• Architects Question 'Ultra-Processed' Buildings as Public Health Issue architecture-design

  A deep dive into contemporary architecture explores the concept of 'ultra-processed' buildings, drawing a parallel between the health concerns of ultra-processed foods and the…

• Nômade Temple Ibiza: A New Architectural Sanctuary on the Island architecture-design

  Nômade Temple Ibiza has opened its new location in Portinatx, Spain, transforming the former BG Portinatx Beach Club Hotel. This establishment, managed by Nômade People and owned…

• Faubourg Galant Hotel Branding by Abmo Blends Geometric Arches with Tactile Print architecture-design

  Abmo Branding, a French design studio, has introduced the visual identity for Faubourg Galant, a hotel located in Paris. The branding features a geometric monogram inspired by…

• Cultivating Urbanism: Miquel Lacasta's Vision for a Hybrid Discipline architecture-design

  In a recent essay published on the Spanish architecture blog Verdes, architect Miquel Lacasta proposes a radical rethinking of urbanism through the metaphor of cultivation.…

• Designing for Kids: New Rules for Modern Family Living architecture-design

  Architectural Digest's latest feature outlines the evolving principles of designing spaces for children, emphasizing a shift away from gendered design and towards more inclusive,…