Waterside Buddist Shrine in China by ARCHSTUDIO.ARCHSTUDIO have created a place for Buddhist mediation and contemplation, with building design addressing an intimate connection between building and...
Sacred Museum in Adeje, Spain by Fernando Menis Architects.The central tower with its rising shaft, soars into the sky, much like the craggy mountains that surround it. Unlike the green, almost moss covered peaks that frame it, more an obelisk than a tower, it stands in stark contrast to its...
Spectacular Renovation of The National Library of France by Bruno Gaudin & Jean-François Lagneau.In 2007 Bruno Gaudin Architects were commissioned to start a major planning overhaul on the Rue de Richelieu location and complete a comprehensive modernisation of the library buildings. Whilst Gaudin’s company was responsible for the...
Bosjes Chapel by Steyn Studio Set Within South African Picturesque Countryside.Psalm 36:7 was the architectural inspiration for the voluminous, white wings that adorn the simple, glass structure of the Bosjes chapel in Witzenberg, South Africa. Designed by UK practice Steyn Studio in collaboration with South African...
Inspiring Multicoloured Basketball Court Installations.Just when you thought basketball courts had nothing to offer but six foot five, hot athletes, you can think again. These basketball courts selected from across the globe just go to show, you don’t have to be an athlete to get your name...
Archipelago Cinema: A Floating Auditorium in Thailand by Buro Ole Scheeren.If the experience of watching an open-air film fills you with delight, then this little beauty is going to knock your socks off. Part architectural masterpiece, part theatre going spectacle, this floating auditorium was created for...
Stories On Design // Mesmerising Mirrors in Art & Architecture.The magic of mirrors has played a theme role in our childhood stories - from mirrors on walls used by wicked step mothers to portals to step through into different worlds. Much like the world of childhood fairytales, todays Story is...
The Demolition of Beauty: Rone’s Hidden Artwork in Melbourne.The demolition of one of Melbourne’s most valuable hidden artworks by Rone commenced on March 7th, however the move has been welcomed by the...
BarcelĂł Torre de Madrid Hotel by Jaime Hayon.Jaime HayĂłn's Barcelo Torre de Madrid Hotel is a visual journey through Spain's past, combining Arabic & Moorish details with his signature...