The American Australian Association (AAA) recently unveiled its new Murdoch Center in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, designed by renowned architecture firm Woods Bagot. This state-of-the-art cultural center blends flexible office spaces with versatile event areas, providing a dynamic hub for strengthening ties between Australia and the United States.
Featuring a seamless integration of hospitality and functionality, the design incorporates custom movable furnishings and exposed ceilings that create a gallery-like atmosphere, perfectly suited for the AAA’s rotating arts programming.
The Downside-up apartment designed by Clinicaurbana in Treviso, Italy, showcases a captivating inversion of spatial hierarchies. Featuring a dominant concrete soffit that dictates the room dynamics, this 2023 project subverts traditional design norms. The horizontal plane counteracts the vertical wooden panels, creating a harmonious interplay of elements. Traversing the space, tortuous profiles weave along the architectural lines, seamlessly integrating domestic furnishings and equipment, evoking a “delirium of detail” that captivates the eye.
Step into the heart of São Paulo, Brazil, where the Ibsen House redefines modern living. Designed by Matheus Farah e Manoel Maia Arquitetura in 2020, this house merges the beauty of nature with architectural innovation. Its unique design features vertical gardens, large sliding panels for flexible space division, and a central pool visible from nearly every room, offering a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living.
Experience a home where privacy meets communal enjoyment, all while maintaining harmony with its vibrant surroundings.
The Santnerpass Mountain Shelter, designed by Senoner Tammerle Architekten in Bolzano, Italy, stands as a testament to eco-friendly architecture. This refuge combines wood and steel to offer safety and sustainability against the Rosengarten’s dramatic vistas, marrying modernity with tradition in an eco-conscious construction that serves as a serene escape in nature.
The S Shelter by ECGP (Elisa Cifuentes & Giuliano Pastorelli Arquitectos) is a serene wooden cabin located in the lush Andean region of Recinto, Chile. Designed as a compact yet elegant space for solo travelers, couples, or small families, it offers stunning views of the surrounding forest through expansive windows. Unique features include a linear corridor enhancing the scenic views and a skylight that bathes the interior in natural light, all crafted by local carpenters.
S Shelter stands as a testament to intimate, nature-immersed architecture.
Explore Warm Nest, Ark-Shelter‘s innovative healing facility in Knokke-Heist, Belgium. Merging modern, wooden design with the Maggie care philosophy, it redefines therapeutic architecture. Created with a focus on patients’ diverse needs, Warm Nest offers brain-healthy spaces amid nature, emphasizing sustainable design for future wellbeing.
This sanctuary is more than a building; it’s a holistic approach to healing, blending architectural elegance with compassionate care.
Yana Molodykh‘s creation, Pied-à-terre With a Lot of Wood, brings a special touch to Kyiv’s Podil area. In this attic apartment high up near Zhovten Cinema, the views of the city are stunning. The design cleverly uses beams and metal columns to make the space feel open and cozy. Light woods and bright colors give it a unique, welcoming feel. This place reflects the lively and historic Podil neighborhood perfectly.
Discover the essence of Alpine luxury in Chalet Alpurio, a breathtaking chalet masterpiece located in Bolzano, Italy. Crafted in 2023 by Erlacher GmbH, this property blends elegance with coziness, featuring distinctive wood patterns that evoke a warm, welcoming ambiance. The meticulous design extends from the inviting interiors to the spacious master bathroom, promising an experience of true luxury.
Bolzano, renowned for its scenic beauty and rich culture, serves as the perfect backdrop for this exquisite chalet, making it a pinnacle of modern alpine living.
