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Exploring Local Material in Contemporary Architecture: PWDC Transforms Building Surfaces in Nigeria

ArchDaily

Image © Mujib Ojeifo In Lagos , a city with a complex urban fabric that includes historical buildings and vast interpretations of contemporary architecture, lies PatrickWaheed Design Consulting (PWDC). These projects brought the Laterite finishing technique to life and now help build the case for a Nigerian architectural language.

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From Sketch to Painting: A Digital Art Gallery To Inspire Everyday Architectural Work

ArchDaily

Despite the utilization of technical knowledge, architecture, and interior design also incorporate artistic concepts into their processes. In the context of contemporary society, many of our activities are carried out digitally, from booking accommodation for travel to manufacturing materials and creating art exhibitions.

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Philippe Block on Sustainable Construction: “Building Technique Is More Important Than Materials”

Architizer

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. With the right geometry, a lot can be done with a small amount of materials. Order your copy today. Wood is good, concrete is bad.

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Lasvit’s "Re/Creation" Emerges With Handcrafted Fused Glass of Various Textures and Forms

ArchDaily

Courtesy of Lasvit During Milan Design Week 2024 , Lasvit presented its mastery in glassmaking and creative approach to design and architecture, with their latest installation "Re/Creation." Re/Creation" emerged as a central attraction for visitors, offering a space for relaxation.

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Mizzi Studio Designs 9 Royal Parks Kiosks Using Sustainable Materials and Traditional Craft Techniques

Architizer

Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. The kiosks mark the entrances to Hyde Park, Green Park and St James’s Park, designed as 360-degree sculptural entities with canopies that swell out like a tree’s crown.

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Surface Design Show 2024 – providing a platform for New Talent and Material Innovation

Hotel Designs

We take a look at some of the creativity that will be on display in the New Talent section… Save the date – Surface Design Show will be held from February 6-8 2024 at London’s Business Design Centre and amongst the established exhibitors there will be over 30 New Talents.

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Japanese patchwork technique informs interior of Sando burger bar in Geneva

Deezen

Sapid Studio aimed to keep as much of the original fit-out as possible during this renovation project, which saw the Swiss design firm turn one burger restaurant in Geneva , Switzerland, into the home of another. The post Japanese patchwork technique informs interior of Sando burger bar in Geneva appeared first on Dezeen.

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