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Exeter College Library: Sensitive Restoration and Contemporary Interventions

A grand, wood-paneled library with a vaulted glass ceiling and rows of bookshelves.

Exeter College Library in Oxford, UK, has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment by nex architecture. This neo-gothic library, designed by George Gilbert Scott in 1857, sits in a sensitive historic setting next to the Bodleian Library’s Convocation House. The project aimed to create additional study space, improve accessibility and environmental performance, and conserve the building’s fabric and historic features.

St. Joseph the Worker: A Sustainable Sanctuary in Utah’s Heartland

St. Joseph the Worker: A Sustainable Sanctuary in Utah’s Heartland

Welcome to a riveting exploration of St. Joseph the Worker – a remarkable 23,000 square foot Catholic church tucked away in the tranquil city of West Jordan, Utah. The mastermind behind this contemporary architectural marvel is none other than the acclaimed Sparano + Mooney Architecture.

A reflection of Utah’s historic mining and construction lineage, this award-winning edifice harmoniously combines refurbished elements of a pre-existing structure with novel steel, copper, and hand-crafted wood features. Ingenious use of local materials, such as clear-milled cedar and flat-seam copper panels, showcase the laborer’s transformation of raw matter, revealing an exquisite narrative of craft and method. This sustainable masterpiece, aiming for LEED Silver certification, stands as a testament to the parish’s devotion to both social and environmental ethics.

Holy Trinity Church: Where Light and Symbolism Meet

Holy Trinity Church: Where Light and Symbolism Meet

Discover the Holy Trinity Church in Cibeno di Carpi, Italy, a minimalist modern architectural marvel designed by Paolo Belloni Architetti.

Nestled in a region known for its rich history and breathtaking landscapes, this remarkable church seamlessly integrates with its surroundings, blending contemporary design with deep-rooted traditions. Experience the spiritual serenity within its walls, where abundant natural light and sacred symbols unite to create a transcendent atmosphere.

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono by Nikken Sekkei

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono by Nikken Sekkei

Discover Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono, a luxurious mountain resort located in Hokkaido, Japan. Designed by Nikken Sekkei in 2019, the resort features a contemporary chapel designed in harmony with the four seasons, reflecting traditional Japanese aesthetics.

The chapel boasts a “floating grand roof” symbolizing traditional Japanese architecture, and provides guests with a quasi-outdoor resort wedding experience, private dining, buffets, seminars, conferences and concert events. With its air-conditioning system and understated window-side air outlet grilles, this modern mountain resort brings luxury to the pristine heart of Niseko’s Hanazono area.