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by Eleonora Ghedini Jul 08, 2025
An exploration of some innovative curatorial practices while walking and talking in a city that keeps reinventing itself beyond every dreamy idealisation.
by Dhwani Shanghvi Jun 16, 2025
Set on a rooftop in Pune, the restaurant invites cultural recognition and architectural depth, drawing on the layered communicative potential of double coding.
by Anushka Sharma Apr 22, 2025
DSC·Design transforms the west wing rooms of the historic Hong’en Taoist Temple into a restaurant that tunes into both traditional and contemporary living.
by Simran Gandhi Apr 02, 2025
The hotel architecture features an intimate courtyard in the heart of Jingdezhen, preserving the relics of a historic warehouse and a network of age-old camphor trees.
by Aarthi Mohan Mar 27, 2025
The Thai practice's thoughtful use of bamboo, bold branding and spatial planning creates a restaurant that bridges generational shifts and cultural traditions.
by Nikitha Sunil Mar 20, 2025
Bloom Architecture transforms abandoned housing into a serene wellness retreat by weaving sustainability, culture and nature into a harmonious sanctuary in Siem Reap.
by Anushka Sharma Feb 24, 2025
The three-day immersive food festival at the Travancore Palace in New Delhi invited visitors to dine in nine unique pop-up restaurants conceived by leading culinary and creative voices.
by Anushka Sharma Feb 03, 2025
The Hong Kong-based practice creates an immersive movie-watching environment that conceals elements of surprise and anticipation at every stage of the experience.
by Aarthi Mohan Jan 23, 2025
The pavilion design combines community farming, eco-friendly materials and education for a sustainable future in Jakarta, Indonesia.
by Almas Sadique Jan 13, 2025
Estudio Carroll’s Mexico-based boutique hotel utilises local materials, passive design techniques and nature-based solutions to affect conscious design.
by Akash Singh Dec 11, 2024
Wes Anderson's films, the streetscapes of Old Delhi, Surajkund's stepped reservoir and the iconic Indian Railway wagon inform the pastel-hued interiors of the cafe in Faridabad, India.
by Nikitha Sunil Nov 25, 2024
The avant-garde oil mill in Ronda, Spain fuses Andalusian tradition, surreal artistry and an experiential journey into the world of oleotourism.
by Bansari Paghdar Oct 15, 2024
From innovative architecture to sustainable breakthroughs, the 2024 shortlist recognises 41 categories of inspiring and creative projects.
by Almas Sadique Sep 18, 2024
The architects transformed the defunct oil tanks in Changzhou, China, into expansive flexible spaces suitable for hosting cultural events and gatherings.
by Anushka Sharma Aug 15, 2024
The Chinese architecture practice draws inspiration from the locals to conceive a winery complex that responds to the needs of the native people while respecting the surrounding nature.
by Jerry Elengical Jul 29, 2024
Developed by ZJA, DELVA, OZ and Bureau Bouwtechniek in Belgium, this event venue takes the form of a hotel tower and “landscraper” featuring public spaces and coastline protection measures.
by Almas Sadique Mar 22, 2024
The Chinese hotel, designed by Jumping House Lab, is punctured by sporadically placed fenestrations that open up to the vicinal pond, creek, mountain, fields and village.
by Pallavi Mehra Feb 20, 2024
The new façade and interiors of CentralWorld, Bangkok’s popular shopping centre, embody the sentiment of finding peace in chaos.
by Jincy Iype Mar 16, 2023
With mirrored columns and silver-leafed ceilings, Josette "takes on the form of a woman: elegant, eccentric, commanding, accomplished, poised, mischievous, cultured, chic."
by Jincy Iype Jan 09, 2023
VAUST founders Joern Scheipers and David Kosock revisit the raw interiors of JIGI Poke, and how they intentionally abjured the typically vibrant schemes of Poke restaurants.
by Jerry Elengical Jan 09, 2023
A new branch for one of the most visited Thai restaurants in the town of Kanchanaburi Thailand, features tropical modernist aesthetics crowned by an evocative gable roof.
by Jerry Elengical Oct 01, 2022
Designed to exude heaviness and resilience, this cave-like stereotomic structure Ube, Yamaguchi Prefecture, functions as a home and culinary space for Japanese chef Motonori Hirata.
by Jerry Elengical Sep 22, 2022
Offering dining experiences centred on Japanese barbecue and wine in a commercial hub of Chengdu, China, this space features immersive displays and biomorphic design elements.
by Jerry Elengical Sep 06, 2022
Mix Architecture has completed this hostel in Anshi Village, within the Sichuan Province of China, using a blend of local materials and techniques that celebrate regional heritage.
by Zohra Khan Aug 22, 2022
The Greek wellness resort overlooking the Aegean Sea reveals a series of pared-back clustered spaces and expansive portals that resonate with its rugged landscape.
by Zohra Khan Jul 30, 2022
For the Moshu Treehouse, the Argentinian studio simulates an 'under-construction' theme using traditional patios, reclaimed wood and dried leaves.
by Jerry Elengical Jun 28, 2022
Situated near the historic Qingyang Palace, in Chengdu China, the restaurant’s design employs astute landscaping in a meandering courtyard layout that channels Taoist concepts.
by Pallavi Mehra May 11, 2022
The new outpost of Bun Burgers at Brera district in Milan by Spanish firm Masquespacio showcases pastel hues with a touch of gold, and features a room inspired by a swimming pool.
by Pallavi Mehra Mar 23, 2022
The refurbished Gallery restaurant and cocktail lounge at London's Sketch exhibits artist Shonibare’s vibrant site-specific artworks and architect Mahdavi’s copper-hued interiors.
by Zohra Khan Mar 03, 2022
The American multidisciplinary designer renders a potpourri of cultural influences in the curation and interior design of this destination hotel in Los Angeles.
by Julius Wiedemann Nov 09, 2021
Julius Wiedemann examines the emergence of on-demand delivery services, with regards to their exponential growth, strong market allure, and grand designs for global expansion.
by Jerry Elengical Oct 07, 2021
Designed by Clavel Arquitectos in the city of Murcia, Spain, this leisure complex hosts mesmerising environments alongside Europe’s longest overhanging swimming pool.
by Jerry Elengical Jul 15, 2021
This restaurant in Kyiv, Ukraine, features furniture made of recycled paper and plastic alongside artisanal objects and dimpled clay walls under a 'less is more' design aesthetic.
by Meghna Mehta Jun 23, 2020
The Lakehouse Restaurant by Luwist Spatial, embracing the contoured forest topography, is equipped with a sunken seating area and has an artificial lake as its lowest elevation point.
by STIRworld Jun 08, 2020
The Columbian firm designs an open facade comprising a jet black staircase and steel balconies, traversing the eight metre high, four-storey building of The Somos hotel.
by Ronitaa Italia Nov 30, 2019
AB Concept’s Ed Ng and Terence Ngan deliver a design coup with two restaurants and a bar in the former Central Police Station compound Tai Kwun in Hong Kong.
by Ronitaa Italia Sep 02, 2019
The latest in the Beefbar chain proudly includes a restored 19th century atrium, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris.
by Ronitaa Italia Aug 28, 2019
Designed by Chris Lee and Kapil Gupta of Serie Architects, Malini and Rahul Akerkar’s Qualia is Mumbai city’s warmest destination for fine dining.
by STIRworld Jul 17, 2019
Milan’s renowned curator Rossana Orlandi opens the doors of her gallery to various artists to showcase different collections reflecting on recycling and sustainable design.
by Zohra Khan May 24, 2019
Spices are more than just flavourings in Asia - the inspiration behind Spicy NoSpicy, a restaurant and bar in Kyiv, Ukraine, conceived by YOD Design Lab.
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