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Le Big TamTam: Transforming Hamburg’s Food Court Experience

Vibrant modern atrium with geometric staircase, hanging plants, and colorful furnishings.

As an experience-orientated food court, Le Big TamTam in Hamburg, Germany, is a pioneering project by Studio Aisslinger, showcasing the evolution of metropolitan food markets. Designed in 2024, this vibrant space combines curated culinary offerings from local restaurateurs with captivating, story-driven design elements that transport visitors into an immersive, analog world. From the intimate copper capsule bar to the central indoor farming tower, every detail of Le Big TamTam is crafted to inspire and delight, blending the best of Hamburg’s culinary spectrum under the grand dome of the Hanseviertel.

Casa Piuca: Transforming a Tuscan Farmhouse in Italy

A modern, minimalist pavilion with clean lines, a flat roof, and glass walls overlooking a lush garden.

In the rolling countryside of Treviso, Italy, Scattola Simeoni Architetti have transformed a former farmhouse into a captivating modern residence. The Casa Piuca project, designed in 2020, seamlessly blends traditional elements like stone frames and a wooden roof with contemporary features, creating a harmonious living space. Large openings frame the surrounding pastoral landscape, while a new orthogonal structure helps to recompose the home’s internal courtyard in a traditional rural style.

Henry Island Guesthouse: Thoughtful Design for a Remote Retreat

FeaturedA modern, wooden structure nestled in a forested landscape, featuring large windows and a cantilevered roofline.

Bohlin Cywinski Jackson‘s Henry Island Guesthouse in San Juan County, Washington, is a thoughtful response to evolving a family retreat on a remote location. This 1,350-square-foot addition to a secluded site in the San Juan Islands offers guests immersion within a remarkable natural environment, with a compact linear form, restrained material selection, and strategies for occupant wellbeing.

Hot Beans Coffee & Cuisine: Vibrant Cafe Design in Vietnam

Sleek and modern interior design with metallic accents, spiral staircase, and lush greenery.

Hot Beans Coffee & Cuisine, a captivating cafe and restaurant designed by Mamoru Maeda, has recently opened its doors in the vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Boasting a striking and modern aesthetic, this 2022 project seamlessly blends local Vietnamese influences with a sleek, contemporary design approach, creating a unique and inviting dining experience for visitors.

The carefully curated menu and visually appealing interiors make Hot Beans a must-visit destination for architecture and design enthusiasts, as well as discerning foodies, in the heart of Vietnam’s bustling metropolis.

High Peak Meadow House: Stunning Catskills Mountain Retreat

Modern, eco-friendly home with wood exterior, large windows, and outdoor deck overlooking hills.

Situated in the picturesque Catskill Mountains of Windham, United States, the High Peak Meadow House is a stunning architectural masterpiece designed by esteemed architect Robert Luntz. Constructed in 2009, this house showcases a unique design approach that seamlessly integrates two separate living spaces, catering to the needs of a young family from Manhattan and a grandparent from Connecticut. The innovative layout and energy-efficient systems make this second home a true gem in the heart of the Catskills Forest Preserve.

IZZA: Discover Marrakech’s Boutique Art Hotel

An ornate Moroccan-style indoor pool surrounded by lush greenery and intricate architectural details.

Blending the rich cultural heritage of Marrakesh with contemporary design, IZZA is a boutique art hotel that captivates the senses. Crafted by renowned designer Archimath, this property is a harmonious fusion of seven interconnected riads within the captivating Medina. Offering 14 individually styled rooms, IZZA pays homage to the hedonistic freedom seekers of the 1960s and 70s, creating a luxurious sanctuary away from the vibrant city.

With three tranquil courtyards, swimming pools, and cutting-edge fitness amenities, IZZA promises an unparalleled hospitality experience in the heart of Morocco.