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Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Villa Salam in Casablanca, Morocco by Driss KettaniDecember 29th, 2022 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: Driss Kettani Villa Salam is projected on a north-south orientated plot, in a residential neighborhood in Casablanca. The house is attached to another one on the east side. The plot benefits from a sea view on the north side. The main concept is to have an open, transparent and fluid sense of the space, while maintaining the required privacy, in particular for the service spaces. Thus, the plan is organized around a kind of spine, patella which are the straight stairs.
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Article source: Studioninedots At the corner of Donker Curtiusstraat and Van Hallstraat in Amsterdam, Studioninedots has created the surprising transformation of a prominent, 1964 office building. In the new DC Van Hall, we introduce studio housing for graduates and students, which together with creative workplaces and small-scale entrepreneurs bring new life to the surrounding Staatsliedenbuurt neighbourhood.
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Article source: Studioninedots On the ground level of Westbeat Studioninedots’ mixed-use building in Amsterdam-West a new office landscape has been created. With ‘Wet Beast’, Studioninedots presents a workplace concept in which three mystical objects provide space for experimentation, interaction and spontaneity within the social sphere of a working environment.
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Article source: italo armone design studio Looking for a formal simplicity, EG home demonstrates how even a white wall can be a protagonist and not just a simple background. The plaster frames that embrace the walls fight symmetry, breaking it where possible, turning at every corner, and take over any spaces that are not always theirs. All under the eyes of wall lights, inviting the visitor to keep going.
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Article source: Erez Shani Architecture Geometric and technical constraints were key to the design language which was chosen for this Duplex apartment in Central Tel Aviv. Instead of concealing the Mechanical and Electrical systems of the apartment, the decision was to expose them, and make them an integral part of the design. A concrete envelope , which is rich in texture , was chosen for the ceiling and feature wall, and careful attention was given to the display of the clients eclectic collections, throughout the different spaces of the project.
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Article source: Pierattelli Architetture An ancient history, brought back to life in the present. In the charm of generous interiors, local materials, ornate frescoed ceilings mixed with contemporary reworkings that feature signature photos and designer pieces of excellence. In Borgo San Frediano, the district in Florence on “the other side of the Arno River”, the “Oltrarno”, voted one of the coolest in the world with its narrow streets and a melting pot of small artisan workshops, new bars, boutiques, bistros, and restaurants, Pierattelli Architetture breathes new life into a 240 m2 apartment, restyling it to create an elegant functional sense of welcome that reflects both the identity and eclecticism of this location.
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Article source: Studio Bipolar Designed for a family who are well travelled and take great pride in their adventures, the Wanderlust Villa aims to capture their adventurous spirit through insightful architecture and interior design. Be it an Irish bar, a Moroccan riad, or even a 60’s style home theatre, Studio Bipolar tried to stay true to the look without any compromises.
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Article source: Studio Zhu Pei Zibo OCT Art Center, an introverted experimental work, is in an open area far away from the city. Its architectural form is conceived from the traditional Chinese academy-“Heyuan”, a central courtyard was surrounded by several houses. This porous, eaves-out, and ring-shaped building with a huge roof overhang is related to the local culture and responds to the specific climate. It also highlights the publicity of the building. Under the environment of shade and rain, people can also do semi-outdoor activities.
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Article source: LAAB Architects Making space for books, people, and everything in between A non-profit organization of art and culture, the Asia Art Archive is a platform for new ideas of art, centering particularly peripheral art knowledge and histories that have been historically sidelined. As AAA’s collection and public programs continue to grow, LAAB is very happy to be part of the team to help rethink its expansion at the same location. Just as how AAA has made space for knowledge and people, LAAB envisions this new home to be an open, inclusive, and nurturing place that makes space for books, people, and everything in between.
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Article source: mimaristudio The world’ s leading chemical company BASF moved its office in İzmir to its new location with an area of 570 m2 and had its interior concept and design work realized by Mimaristudio. Led and support by BASF Facility Management/Real Estate Management department, with the Basf corporate criterias and ideas, the company realized one of its first hybrid working model applications in the world in Turkey.
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