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Pass-Through Windows: Inspiring the Design of Easy-Open Spaces

ArchDaily

Cortesia de Western Window Systems The desire for fluid integration between spaces has become increasingly relevant in contemporary architecture. This reflects a search for more connected and harmonious living experiences, especially in urban environments, where the cityscape can saturate us.

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Hypostyle: Contemporary Interpretations of an Ancient Concept

ArchDaily

In contemporary architecture, it is possible to see different kinds of examples of how this concept is revived. In all of them, however, it is clear that the relationship between the hypostyle inspiration and modular architecture is very close, practically intrinsic. Read more ยป

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Ten inspiring living spaces punctuated by structural columns

Deezen

In the past, the structural components of buildings were often concealed within walls; however, this changed with the increase in popularity of open-plan spaces over the course of the 20th century. This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive.

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The Hoxton Vienna offers "contemporary take on the Wiener Werstรคtte arts and craft movement"

Deezen

The Hoxton Vienna is filled with mid-century design details "We visited buildings in Vienna designed by Carl Appel and renowned Austrian architects of the early 20th-century โ€“ like Adolph Loos and Otto Wagner โ€“ which inspired the interiors for The Hoxton Vienna," Gibson added. Photography is by Julius Hirtzberger.

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Biophilia in Brazilian Contemporary Architecture in 7 Projects

ArchDaily

Image: ยฉ Renato Navarro Biophilia, or love for life and nature, inspires architects around the world to create spaces that deeply connect with natural elements. These architectural projects seek to reintroduce nature into built environments, resulting in spaces that promote well-being, health, inspiration, and even productivity.

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Richard Serra, monumental steel sculptor and inspiration to many architects, has died at 85

Archinect

More than any other contemporary artist (Sarah Sze, Robert Irwin, Richard Estes, etc.) whose work is informed by or makes as its subject architecture, Serra’s use of steel as a means of organizing space and sequencing experience within it is, arguably, the greatest primer for any learner embarking on academic studies in the field.

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Unleashing the Beauty of Nature and Transforming Interior Spaces

ArchDaily

The marble tiles in the pavilion are iconic elements, symbolizing the architect's commitment to quality materials, craftsmanship, and the creation of spaces that inspire and transcend time. Read more ยป

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