Lofts Yungay II by Rearquitectura

Chilean firm, Rearquitectura, has designed the Lofts Yungay II in Valparaíso, Chile. These colorful lofts are built to conform to the hill and slope terrain, characteristic of the surrounding geographical landscape. Beautiful views of the ocean can be admired from within.

Creative Ways to Use Columns as Design Features in your Home

Throughout architectural history architects and designers alike have had to find creative ways to address the issue of structure versus aesthetics in building homes. Columns are one of those design challenges that are essential for structural support to carry the loads from the roof, upper floors, or other weight bearing loads down to the ground to support your home. 

Exquisite Views and Fine Modern Details: Dudley Residence in Australia

Located above Dudley beach, near the city of Newcastle on the east coast of NSW Australia, Dudley Residence by Bourne Blue Architecture took advantage of some dramatic opportunities. The land slopes steeply to the North, there are views over the state forest to Dudley beach, Newcastle in the distance and the Pacific ocean.

Niyama Maldives

Located in the Maldives, Niyama Maldives is a stunning getaway surrounded by clear skies and water. The hotel is a veritable paradise and the perfect complement for your stay.

The Armada House

 The Armada House was designed by Canadian studio KB Design and built in 2007 by Abstract Developments. This 5,299 square foot modern post and beam home is located in the Ten Mile Point/Wedgewood Estates neighborhood of Victoria, British Columbia in Canada.

The Whale, Amsterdam

 Architect: de Architekten Cie

Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Program: 50 social housing , 64 private housing to rent, 1.100 m2 business accomodation, 179 parking spaces

Laban Dance Center

 Architects: Herzog & de Meuron
Collaboration: Micheal Craig-Martin
Location: London, UK

Program: Conservatoire of music and dance  (theatre, library, cafeteria, studios

MEXICO’S BICENTENARY TOWERS

 In celebration of Mexico’s bicentenary, Gregorio Vasquez and Manuel Wedeles of America’s Vasquez and Wedeles Architects have come up with an award-winning design selected in the 10th International Arquine Competition to commemorate the country’s 200 years of independence in 2010.

Modern Architecture: Stacked Houses

Designed by Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron, VitraHaus is a multi-layered structure that recently opened at the Vitra Campus in Weil am Rhein, Germany.
Designed to display the furniture brand’s Home Collection, the five-story building consists of stacked volumes with pitched roofs covered in charcoal stucco. Each end is glazed and shoots outwards up to 16 feet (5 meters), creating the impression of a pile of houses.