Novel micro-cabin concertinas down for between-use storage

Here’s a novel take on tiny living, courtesy of architects Juan Ruiz and Amelia Tapia in Ecuador. Named the Iwi, the structure could be a good fit as a home office or guest accommodation for those with limited space thanks to its concertina-like design… Continue reading Novel micro-cabin concertinas down for between-use storage

Icon brings 3D-printed starchitect design to the Texas desert

Following its Wolf Ranch and House Zero homes, leading 3D-printed-architecture firm Icon continues to push forward its cutting-edge building techniques with a development in Marfa, Texas. Created in collaboration with the Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), the… Continue reading Icon brings 3D-printed starchitect design to the Texas desert

Master of understatement David Chipperfield wins 2023 Pritzker Prize

David Chipperfield has been declared the 2023 Laureate of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, the most distinguished award in architecture. The judges lauded his “subtle yet powerful” body of work, which spans four decades and over one hundred projects th… Continue reading Master of understatement David Chipperfield wins 2023 Pritzker Prize

AIA Architecture Awards celebrates America’s finest designs

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has revealed the winners of its annual Architecture Awards, which this year showcases 16 excellent projects of different sizes and styles, including an energy efficient ferry terminal that draws inspiration fr… Continue reading AIA Architecture Awards celebrates America’s finest designs

One-of-a-kind footbridge tumbles over to let boats pass

Admittedly, this recently completed footbridge isn’t the easiest, nor the most practical way to get people from one side of a river to another – but it might be one of the most creative. The unique crossing can roll a full 180 degrees to make space for… Continue reading One-of-a-kind footbridge tumbles over to let boats pass

Incredible home tears down the walls to embrace jungle living

A lot of houses are designed to blur the boundaries between inside and outside, but few commit to this idea quite like the Open Jungle House. The unique home doesn’t have traditional walls or glazing, meaning its occupants are exposed to the elements –… Continue reading Incredible home tears down the walls to embrace jungle living

Bentley brings car-like luxury to UK’s largest live music arena

If you hear the name Bentley, you’re probably going to think of the celebrated British automaker’s luxury cars. However, maybe it’ll eventually be just as synonymous with luxury architecture too. Following its plans for a skyscraper with a car elevator… Continue reading Bentley brings car-like luxury to UK’s largest live music arena

Heatherwick Studio makes space for play with plant-filled school

Heatherwick Studio has been commissioned to create its first school. Responding to a relatively cramped site in inner-city Tokyo, the prestigious UK firm has designed a greenery filled building with an unusual layout that will be focused on providing o… Continue reading Heatherwick Studio makes space for play with plant-filled school

Casa Annunziata is the kind of glass house you could actually live in

Though they fascinate us, a lot of glass houses miss the mark when it comes to practicality or comfort. Casa Annunziata is different. The home features a stylish modernist design that offers the benefits of lots of glass, such as excellent light and vi… Continue reading Casa Annunziata is the kind of glass house you could actually live in