‘Sponge’ Cities Combat Urban Flooding by Letting Nature Do the Work
The concept of “sponge cities” in China, pioneered by landscape architect Yu Kongjian, represents a transformative approach to urban flooding by harnessing the natural environment. Yu’s firm, Turenscape, has spearheaded numerous projects across China that employ native ...
Summer House in Denmark Is Inspired by Fisherman’s Houses in the Area
The Strandvejen 35 Summer House at Følle Strand, Denmark, is a stunning example of how modern architecture can harmonize with nature. Drawing inspiration from the traditional fisherman’s houses in the area, this compact yet luxurious summer house covers only 46 square meters. Despite ...
Patrick Bradley Architects Adapts Ruins Into House Using Shipping Container
Local studio Patrick Bradley Architects has ingeniously transformed the remnants of a historic farm in Northern Ireland by integrating a cantilevered shipping container into the existing ruined walls, resulting in a striking contemporary home named Barneys Ruins. ...
Concrete House Lets You Live in the Middle of the Forest
Living in a city often means waking up to views dominated by buildings and concrete structures. For many, the dream is to one day reside in a place surrounded by nature while retaining the conveniences of modern civilization. Contemporary housing concepts are increasingly focused ...
MAD Connects a Massive Ephemeral Bubble to a Historic Japanese House
Acclaimed architecture studio MAD has created an innovative installation titled the Ephemeral Bubble, which presents the appearance of a bubble being blown by a century-old wooden house, designed specifically for the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale in Japan. Situated in Murono Village ...
First Look: Tiny House Company Cabn Launches Nine Hahndorf Cabins with Gallery-Worthy Views
Nestled on 30 acres of The Cedars, the ancestral home of renowned artists Hans and Nora Heysen, nine new cabins by the tiny-house company Cabn offer a secluded retreat with stunning, gallery-worthy views. The property in Hahndorf, just a 25-minute drive from Adelaide’s CBD, ...
LEGO Designer Recreates Lisbon’s Iconic Bica Funicular Railway With 2,997 Tiny Bricks
Lisbon is renowned for its charming architecture and historic landmarks, making it a popular tourist destination. One of its iconic features is the Ascensor da Bica, a funicular that not only facilitates transportation up one of the city’s steepest hills but also stands as a ...
This Low-Energy & Serene Family Home Is Tucked Away in the Rich Forests of Ontario
Nestled deep in the Ontarian forest, the Forest Retreat is a striking family home designed by Kariouk Architects, epitomizing tranquility and ecological harmony. Surrounded by nature year-round, this serene abode seamlessly integrates with its lush environment, featuring exquisite ...
Solar-Powered Micro House Doesn’t Skimp on Home Comforts
The Cosmic One is a solar-powered microhouse that redefines the concept of compact living by offering luxurious home comforts in a small footprint. Available in various configurations, this prefabricated microhouse can function as an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), a tiny house, or ...
