La Casa de Retiro Espiritual: 50 Years Later, the Visionary Manifesto That Redefined Living
Emilio Ambasz’s masterpiece celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025: a pioneering work that blends architecture, landscape, and introspection, anticipating themes of sustainability and the quest for a “spiritual dwelling” In 2025, the Casa de Retiro Espiritual in Seville marks the 50th anniversary of one of Emilio Ambasz’s most iconic projects. Considered one of the most […]
Villa Imperiale by Etereo: When Maximalist Design Becomes a Living Art Form
An iconic residence in Emirates Hills that celebrates boldness, refined materials and a couture vision of interior design In the heart of Emirates Hills, Villa Imperiale by Etereo introduces a new interpretation of maximalist design. This 1,700 sqm villa embraces intense colors, precious materials and theatrical atmospheres. The project was developed for a young European […]
Al Ghurair Collection Debuts in Dubai: Wedyan, the Super-Prime Architecture Signed by Kengo Kuma
The new Al Ghurair Collection redefines the concept of luxury living with Wedyan, the first project by Kengo Kuma in the United Arab Emirates Al Ghurair Collection is the new luxury residential portfolio developed by Al Ghurair Development, dedicated to iconic homes in highly prestigious locations. With a legacy that has helped shape Dubai’s skyline, […]
Venice Architecture Biennale 2027: Wang Shu & Lu Wenyu Shape the Future of Design
The Venice Biennale announces the curators of the next edition: a visionary duo that combines memory, materials and experimentation Wang Shu and Lu Wenyu, founders of Amateur Architecture Studio, have been appointed Artistic Directors of the Architecture Sector at the Venice Biennale. They will lead the 20th International Architecture Exhibition, running from May 8 to […]
Saint-Gobain Architecture Student Contest 2026: young architects at the forefront of Belgrade’s urban regeneration
Saint-Gobain launches the 21st edition of the international competition dedicated to Architecture and Engineering students, focusing on sustainability, energy efficiency and urban innovation The 21st edition of Saint-Gobain’s Architecture Student Contest offers students the opportunity to tackle a real urban regeneration project. After the 2025 edition dedicated to France, the 2026 contest will focus on […]
Buen Retiro in the Heart of the Dolomites
Parisotto + Formenton Architetti reinterpret a historic Ampezzan “ciasa” between tradition and modernity In the heart of the Dolomites, overlooking the majestic Tofane, the project by Parisotto + Formenton Architetti expresses a refined vision of mountain living. Located in one of the oldest hamlets of Cortina d’Ampezzo, the house revives a portion of a historic […]
The Silent Gaze: TBHNP Flagship Store in Shanghai
A flagship store that combines urban minimalism, contrasting materials, and immersive sensory experience In Shanghai, urban avant-garde expresses itself through diverse visual and spatial styles. The TBHNP (theboyhasnopatience) Flagship Store does not aim for spectacle. The store acts as a silent container, waiting to be discovered. Visitors entering from the busy street immediately feel a […]
Finnish Design for Sustainable Education
In Rome, a talk with Helka Parkkinen on the role of design in learning projects Sustainable design applied to education and learning is the central theme of the talk with Helka Parkkinen, founding partner of the Helsinki-based studio KOKO3. The event will take place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM […]
ONIRICA: The Sustainable Suite That Transforms Fellini’s Dream into a Multisensory Experience
Lombardini22 designs an immersive suite at MODE Eco Mood Hotel in Rimini, blending luxury, sustainability, and playful narrative design In Rimini, Lombardini22, a leading Italian architecture and engineering group, has unveiled ONIRICA, a sustainable suite that merges luxury with environmental responsibility. Located within the newly opened MODE Eco Mood Hotel, the suite is a contemporary […]
La Vetta: Alpine Memories and Italian Design
A residential project in Andermatt that blends contemporary elegance with Alpine tradition In the heart of Andermatt — a small Alpine gem nestled among Switzerland’s great mountain passes — La Vetta comes to life. This residential project combines the architectural precision of Slik Architekten with interiors designed by Park. Fourteen apartments and four penthouses, each […]
A new era of Italian hospitality: Casa Naman debuts in the heart of Rome
Designed by the studio 13.1 Architecture & Decor, Casa Naman reinterprets the Roman spirit through bespoke interiors, refined materials, and a sophisticated vision of living In the heart of Piazza di Spagna, where art and history meet every day, Casa Naman is born — the new luxury residence by Naman Hotellerie. A project that redefines […]
When Snapchat meets Haute Architecture
At Snapchat’s new Paris headquarters by Studio Vincent Eschalier, heritage and modernity merge in an iconic architectural statement For Snapchat, Studio Vincent Eschalier masterfully orchestrates the transformation of a historic hôtel particulier in Paris’s 8th arrondissement, just steps from the Élysée Palace. Promoted by Friedland Investissements, the project has turned an 18th-century building into a […]
Chalet Henge: the authentic soul of design in the heart of Cortina
A project that blends craftsmanship, architecture, and nature in the heart of the Dolomites Cortina d’Ampezzo is not just one of the world’s most iconic alpine destinations. It represents a living symbol of the Italian lifestyle, blending glamour, history, and nature in a rare equilibrium. Since the early 1900s, it has embodied an Italy rich […]
Sustainable design nest among the Utah mountains
Sparano + Mooney Architecture crafts an elegant and sustainable alpine retreat where architecture, nature, and lifestyle blend into a unique sensory experience Nest is much more than a mountain home: it is a project designed to integrate seamlessly with the landscape and respect its rhythms. The building gently follows the terrain, nestled among aspen trees […]
Max Dudler in Florence: sustainable architecture that transforms cities
In Florence, on October 23, 2025, Max Dudler discusses the role of sustainable architecture in urban transformation On Thursday, October 23, 2025, the Palazzina Reale in Florence will host a must-attend event for architecture professionals and enthusiasts: a talk with Max Dudler, renowned Swiss architect and founder of the Zurich-based studio MAX DUDLER AG. The […]
Vertical and visionary: the tower that dances on the sea
Organic architecture and structural precision: Miramar Tower redefines a new concept of living in Porto In the heart of Porto, just steps from the Atlantic Ocean, Miramar Tower stands as a bold and original architectural presence. Designed by the studio OODA, the tower is defined by its dynamic form and a volumetric structure that breaks […]
Bamboo and seismic resilience: new frontiers in housing
Housing NOW Myanmar demonstrates how modular bamboo architecture provides safe, rapid, and dignified homes for displaced families In March 2025, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar (Burma), leaving Mandalay in ruins. Only 15 km from the epicenter, 26 bamboo houses built by Housing NOW Myanmar for already displaced families remained intact. Each unit withstood the […]
Nordic Vision: Finnish architecture takes the stage in Florence
A talk with Lahdelma & Mahlamäki and Anttinen Oiva Architects explores new models of sustainable urban development Finnish architecture and sustainable urban development will be the focus of Nordic Vision, scheduled for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Palazzina Reale in Piazza della Stazione 50 in Florence. The event offers […]
The Barn: the rebirth of a barn between design and local culture
Concept store, workshop, and tasting lounge: NOA transforms a historic farm building into an immersive design experience In Val Passiria, the Apfelhotel enriches its identity with The Barn, a project by NOA. The old farm building becomes a hybrid space that blends hospitality, retail, and local culture. Not a traditional store, but an intimate environment […]
Horizon House: the horizon of regenerative architecture
A net-zero residence that blends Cycladic minimalism with bioclimatic strategies On the island of Syros, Horizon House integrates into a steep terrain overlooking the Aegean. ONUS Architecture Studio designed a 230-square-meter net-zero residence, semi-subterranean, that reduces visual impact while boosting environmental performance. Stones excavated on site form structural walls and cladding, while reclaimed wood, raw […]
Volcanic luxury in Santorini: where Vimar technology meets landscape design
At Magma Resort, the first Hyatt Unbound Collection hotel in Greece, Vimar brings smart innovation to a new concept of sustainable hospitality Set among cultivated terraces and overlooking the Aegean Sea, Magma Resort in Santorini redefines Mediterranean luxury. Designed by Studio People, the complex embraces the island’s volcanic identity through a clean architectural language, where […]