Embracing Hong Kong’s thriving West Kowloon district, the Townplace West Kowloon is a dynamic hotel concept that cultivates a communal sense of belonging. Designed by LAAB Architects, this project caters to diverse moods and fosters cultural exchange, offering a socially engaging and culturally rich experience for guests.
The Foyer – Coworking Space in Prague, Czech Republic, designed by mar.s architects, is a multifunctional hub that seamlessly combines industrial style, deep design, and a calm atmosphere for focused work. This 2023 project redefines the traditional concept of a foyer, transforming it into a dynamic workspace that serves as a showroom, coworking space, and occasional event venue.
Located along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, the Carbon Beach House by Olson Kundig is a captivating residential oasis designed to embrace its coastal setting. Raised on a custom-engineered, self-draining pier, this 2023 house frames panoramic ocean vistas while maintaining resilience against high tides and storm surges. An unembellished concrete façade buffers the home from highway noise, revealing a light-filled interior organized around a central courtyard and cactus garden.
Camarim, the renowned Portuguese architectural firm, has transformed a historic building in Lisbon into a captivating residential masterpiece. House No. 11 – Santa Isabel, designed in 2021, seamlessly blends the building’s early 20th-century charm with a contemporary, bespoke design. Situated between an industrial school and a cemetery, this house has a unique and captivating setting that the architects have expertly navigated, creating a harmonious living space that celebrates its surrounding context.
Monolot Studio’s expansion into a former electrical cable factory in Prague’s Holešovice district showcases a stunning transformation. Designed by Anna Koukolová Architekti in 2023, the Monolot Offices project features a minimalist industrial aesthetic with whitewashed brick walls and metal accents. The conversion of the original production hall into a modern workspace highlights the designers’ expertise in seamlessly blending old and new elements.
Situated along the banks of the Chewuch River in Washington, D.C., this 2022 cabin design by Prentiss Balance Wickline delivers a striking blend of modern and natural elements. The cruciform floor plan features a high-ceilinged central living space intersected by a lower-roofed wing containing bedrooms and utility areas, offering a thoughtful response to the rugged surrounding landscape.
Rotterdam Loft, a stunning apartment design by Kumiki Architecture, exemplifies a harmonious blend of rigorous yet thoughtful interventions. Located in the vibrant city of Rotterdam, Netherlands, this project showcases a dynamic interplay of open, light-filled spaces that cater seamlessly to the clients’ family lifestyle. Preserving the original elements of the urban dwelling, the design seamlessly incorporates contemporary materials and forms, creating a captivating balance between the old and the new.
Nestled in the heart of Milan, Italy, the Loft Milanese project by Contract District Group showcases the remarkable transformation of a 1950s industrial loft into an elegant urban sanctuary. This modern residential gem seamlessly blends its industrial heritage with contemporary comfort and design, creating a captivating interplay of materials and textures that captivates the senses.
Designed in 2024, this apartment-style loft exemplifies the potential of Contract District Group‘s innovative “Family Contract” service, delivering a harmonious integration of construction, lighting, and furnishings for a streamlined, optimized execution.