Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2024

Until recently, it has been common practice to hide away old structures during adaptive reuse projects. Concrete vaults , white-painted walls and limited fixtures sit alongside heritage-protected arches to create minimal differentiation between the materials and spaces.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

US studio CLB Architects has created a retreat in rural Wyoming that has three wood-clad structures, with a creek running underneath the primary residence. Located on a 35-acre (14-hectare) property near the town of Wilson, the home was envisioned as a series of "tectonic structures" set within a diverse ecosystem.

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Architizer

AUGUST 9, 2023

While these patterns of circulation are usually reserved for inside a building or structure, they also extend to roofscapes. These “roof walks” are a response to unique environmental, social and urban conditions. Above the double height multi-media room, the roof structure touches down on the sunken garden.

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Architizer

APRIL 30, 2024

They can be material structures that connect two (or more!) Beyond spanning from point A to B, architects are designing bridges as inhabitable structures to build connections between people and places. Utilizing prefabricated elements, the structure hovers above the terrain, preserving existing trees and terraces.

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Deezen

MARCH 29, 2023

However, over the years it had been poorly extended and developed significant structural issues, with its original elements obscured by a wild and unruly garden. It was barely insulated, the roof was failing," the studio's co-founder Sandra Coppin told Dezeen. Post-war buildings are notoriously flimsy and thermally volatile."

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Deezen

JULY 29, 2023

A mono-pitch roof and raw material finishes characterise Horse House, an equestrian centre that architecture practice Wiercinski Studio has added to a stable in rural Poland. Horse House has a concrete structure Horse House has a reinforced concrete frame, which has been left exposed in places and infilled with concrete blocks.

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Architizer

JULY 7, 2023

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. Revisiting the typologies of the past through a contemporary lens can yield exciting, fresh perspectives. Order your copy today.

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Deezen

APRIL 29, 2022

That diversity is reflected in the country's thriving contemporary architecture scene, which draws on a number of materials and styles. Local architecture studio Escobedo Soliz therefore kept the 100-square-metre house simple and used cheap materials, including volcanic stone found on-site, that were left exposed to keep costs down.

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Metal Roofing source: woodstockmetalroofing.com Metal, a solid option for both residential and commercial buildings, stands out for its durability, weather resistance, and range of looks. When it comes to installing a roof, selecting the right metal roofing contractor is crucial. Pros: Natural appearance. Lightweight.

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ArchDaily

JULY 4, 2023

These early portable structures were primarily supported by wooden frames and were used by various ancient civilizations, including the Bedouins in the Arabian Peninsula and the Native American tribes in North America.

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Deezen

JUNE 10, 2024

Taiwanese studio Divooe Zein Architects has transformed a series of disused industrial structures outside Taipei into a secluded retreat surrounded by mountains and forest. On one of the building's roofs, a cylindrical metal drum has been adapted into a small gravel patio space, with a steel stair leading up to an additional roof terrace.

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

However, over time, the condition of your conservatory roof may deteriorate, compromising its functionality, comfort, and aesthetics. In this blog, we’ll explore why replacing your conservatory roof can be a wise investment, offering a range of benefits that enhance your enjoyment of this valuable living space.

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Architizer

JANUARY 31, 2023

Architecture is defined by materials. One of the most significant designers in contemporary architecture, Kengo Kuma ’s work builds upon a legacy of Japanese craftsmanship while rethinking how we use materials. Old tiles for both the screen and the roof came from local houses. Subscribe to our newsletter for updates.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

With the plethora of materials available today, architectural frames have become increasingly complex, moving further and further away from the simple cast iron and concrete examples of the past. Could a renewed appreciation for the masterful art of structural design be why we are seeing more projects with exposed frames?

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Deezen

AUGUST 27, 2023

Originally constructed in the post-war period between 1945 and 1969, mid-century homes have proved enduringly popular due to their prescient emphasis on natural light, clean lines, open floor plans and humble materials such as wood, stone and concrete.

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The Architecture Designs

MARCH 21, 2023

The right roofing style and material will help complete the home’s overall look. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most popular architectural styles for homes in the USA and explore which roofing types work best with each. Victorian homes look best with slate or tile roofs.

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Dwell

APRIL 4, 2023

The structure makes a lap around a central courtyard, connecting the energy-efficient and drought-resistant residence with storage sheds and an indoor/outdoor patio. At the front of the properties, two sheds connected by a roof also connect to the house on either side, forming a square around this central courtyard. Have one to share?

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The Architecture Designs

APRIL 27, 2023

But in recent years, a new trend has emerged – contemporary architecture in the Philippines. What is Contemporary Architecture in the Philippines? source: pinterest.com Contemporary architecture is a broad term that refers to buildings that are designed and constructed in the present day.

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Design Thoughts Architects

AUGUST 9, 2023

Environmentally friendly materials constitute these modern villas. As we delve into this topic, it becomes evident that the essence of contemporary villa design is a harmonious blend of comfort, style, and mindful living. These features and the I sections on the roof slab present an elegant facade that breaks conventional norms.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. And like the Gothic cathedrals he loves, these structures would stand for centuries, persisting through hurricanes, earthquakes and floods.

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Design Thoughts Architects

JUNE 6, 2022

A Reflection of Minimalistic Contemporary Design. Contemporary design is the most popular architectural style in today’s world, (21st century). This architectural style is based on contemporary architectural trends and can integrate a variety of architectural styles.

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Deezen

JANUARY 10, 2023

Architecture practice Studio Zhu-Pei drew on traditional Chinese architecture to create the sweeping concrete roofs and stone walls of the Zibo OCT Art Centre in the eastern province of Shandong. In between these blocks, a number of alleyway-like spaces between the high masonry walls are sheltered by the oversized eaves of the concrete roofs.

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Architizer

AUGUST 26, 2022

Essentially an extrusion of an arch along an axis, the structural value of the self-supporting form has made it a popular motif across typologies and around the world: from the construction of homes, religious buildings and more. Additionally, arches can be created using a variety of materials such as stone, brick, timber and even bamboo.

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Architizer

AUGUST 17, 2022

For over 5000 years humans have understood the material benefits of cork. The material is sourced from the bark of cork oaks — found mainly along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea — and for centuries has been used to make floating devices, seals for containers and sandals. Register here ! 042_Corkscrew House.

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Architizer

APRIL 15, 2022

After visiting several of our wineries in the Napa Valley, including CADE Estate, our client asked us to design a contemporary winery that would also speak to the rich agricultural vernacular in Southern France, and align with the property’s existing residence. © Signum Architecture. What inspired the initial concept for your design?

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Architizer

MAY 4, 2023

Often, the expression of this negotiation between form and use plays out in materials, the many assemblies and combinations that define what we experience. But it wasn’t until the 19th century that the material began gaining new architectural applications outside roofing. Terracotta is the building’s most prominent material.

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Design Thoughts Architects

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The Arched Home Design: A Contemporary Classic. But for this family from Tumkur, the most important thing was to have a contemporary-style home with plenty of space. We have designed this contemporary arched home design with a traditional touch, as a reminder of the life they lived before in Tumkur. Floors: G+3. BUA: 4300 SFT.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The new wing sits slightly lower than the existing house and features a stepped, flat roof that abuts the gable end. The choice of a terraced roof for the extension allows the new volume to slide in underneath the overhang of the existing tiled roof," said the architects. A ceiling was removed to add height to the kitchen.

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The Spaces

JUNE 6, 2024

Historically a burgage tenement, its walls date back to the 12th-15th centuries, and the current structure features a corrugated roof. New-works’ design respects the barn’s heritage while using modern materials and bold geometric lines. The plot is accessed via a private walkway off Coombe Street.

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Deezen

AUGUST 12, 2022

Architecture studio Parti has completed a compact housing project in north London , with a palette of robust and affordable materials chosen to create a sense of permanence. Details including a strong grid-like facade and use of a grey brick that contrasts with its neighbours are intended to give the structure a contemporary feel.

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Deezen

JULY 1, 2022

The owners of the end-terrace house on Waghorn Street in Peckham tasked Emil Eve with adapting the interior to provide bright, contemporary spaces for living and entertaining. The clients requested the use of natural materials in the extension. Emil Eve has added a timber-framed extension to a Victorian house.

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Design Thoughts Architects

MARCH 12, 2022

The Texture Blending Contemporary Home. The Texture Blending Contemporary Home is for the 40-year-old client, who works as an IT consultant, desired a lovely duplex with a guest room and parking on the ground floor. The architecture design incorporates a variety of textural materials which blends perfectly with the surrounding.

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Architizer

JULY 4, 2022

Materials, form and space are organized around the ways we unwind, connect and gather. The approach to architecture-as-backdrop becomes especially apparent in spaces of performance and exhibition, where structures are created with room for movement or display. Start your entry for architecture's biggest photography competition here.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Concrete played the main role in the modernist era and its dominance continues today as a cost-efficient, strong and widely accessible building material. Before the Contemporary. It remains the largest non-reinforced concrete structure today. This was, in large part, due to the brittleness of the material.

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Deezen

JUNE 6, 2024

We applied the latest design technology and compatible alternate materials, but we also relied on expert craftsmen including masons and plasterers." Many of the materials are hand-finished, such as decorative painting to resemble stonework or stained wood. The new gabled roof exposes the roof's steel truss system.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Indian studio Blurring Boundaries has used organic forms and natural materials throughout Asmalay, a curvaceous home that wraps around trees in a forest near Mumbai. By prioritising a seamless flow and letting the roof's form define the structure's massing, we wanted to create a truly unique and artistic living space."

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Deezen

MARCH 15, 2024

A sedum roof designed to "change colours with the seasons" tops Heatherhill Beach House, a wooden holiday home burrowed among the hills on the Danish coast by local studio Norm Architects. This traditional structure we then 'pulled' apart and moved around to create a space in-between serving as a nod to the traditional courtyard."

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