Archinect

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Inspired by the surrounding desert landscape, local cultural heritage, and Najdi building traditions, the Royal Diriyah Opera House forms part of a wider master plan to redevelop the historic area. Snøhetta has unveiled its design for an opera house in Diriyah, on the outskirts of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Archinect

MAY 15, 2024

The UK’s Loughborough University has accepted Thomas Heatherwick 's challenge to ‘humanize’ and create ‘joyful’ architecture with a new academic offering: A master's degree aiming to give students the opportunity to take part in a burgeoning movement created to solve a global “urban crisis” over the next decade. (..)

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Avontuura

JANUARY 10, 2024

The post New Office Works design undulating pier canopy inspired by docked boats in Hong Kong appeared first on Åvontuura. An undulating canopy, which in plan echoes the aggregation of boats docked along the harbourfront, offers shading and rain shelter.

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Avontuura

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The post Escape to this Chilean house inspired by a fallen log in the forest appeared first on Åvontuura. As if it was a fallen trunk, the project proposes a wooden bar suspended between the trees, using larch tiles as a covering.

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Avontuura

MAY 14, 2024

Inspired by the mountains of the Bob Marshall National Wilderness adjacent to the site, four tented roof peaks climb organically. The post Inspired by the mountains of Montana, the Four Roof House is clad entirely in standing seam weathering steel appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

JUNE 27, 2023

MVRDV has completed a mixed-use tower in San Francisco inspired by geology. Named ‘The Canyon,’ the 23-story scheme is part of a wider master plan along the city’s waterfront to create a sustainable community named Mission Rock.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 9, 2023

Part of the park, the pavilion complements the nature around it, reflecting its patterns, and illuminates a main interior feature: a concentric set of tables and stools that inspire people to sit at the moment, hold conversations, and connect with each other.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The concept design of the scheme is inspired by music and musical instruments, with an outer shell drawing inspiration from the hollowed body of a guitar. Morial Convention Center, the museum seeks to consolidate a complete view of music from several smaller museums spread across the state and region.

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Archinect

MAY 23, 2022

Austria-based architecture office querkraft has completed an IKEA furniture store in the country’s capital Vienna , whose exterior was inspired by bookcases.

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designboom

MAY 8, 2024

The post neri&hu crafts minimalist, nature-inspired retail interiors in shanghai appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine. neri&hu has unveiled a pair of flagship stores in shanghai for fashion brand jisifang and its sister brand, woven moonlight.

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Avontuura

MARCH 1, 2023

The eco-hotel comprises a village of four independent wood and glass cabins whose design was inspired by the image of traditional haystacks. The post Escape to these Italian eco hotels inspired by traditional haystacks appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

MARCH 6, 2024

It takes its inspiration from the art of kirigami, a Japanese paper craft whose technique has been shown to achieve ultrastrong performance in similar lightweight structures. Mile Zero, as the winning project is called, is designed to double as a hiking trail marker for the Razorback Greenway in Northwest Arkansas.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

This platform combines works from various sources of inspiration and artistic techniques, encompassing everything from sketches and paintings to architectural photography. It fuses multiple influences from various contexts, including architectural work.

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ArchDaily

AUGUST 7, 2023

Drawing inspiration from the visual style of acclaimed director Wes Anderson , known for films like "Asteroid City" and “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” this new architectural film chronicles the homeland and landscape of Singapore. Directed by Kevin Siyuan , this is the second volume of “ A Wes Anderson-ish Singapore ” released.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The resulting facade features intricate layers inspired by textiles, including creases, interloping yarns, and stitch patterns. Image credit: Riccardo De Vecchi Image credit: Riccardo De Vecchi “Its organic, wave-like quality changes as viewers approach the design from different angles,” the team explains.

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Avontuura

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The post Morphosis completes a conference center inspired by the historic Yangtze River appeared first on Åvontuura. The Conference Center, like the river, connects the region to the rest of the globe, promoting development and worldwide interchange.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Named the Sanya Wellness Retreat, the scheme draws inspiration from the ancient Chinese walled city, which was typically elevated on a heavy plinth and surrounded by water. Neri&Hu has completed a wellness hotel on China’s Hainan Island.

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Avontuura

JUNE 21, 2023

The post Waechter Architecture complete Mass Timber Workshop inspired by the classic industrial loft typology appeared first on Åvontuura. The Workshop is a new interpretation of the industrial loft typology and offers a balance of character, flexibility, and timelessness.

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designboom

MAY 2, 2024

inspired by batman's alter ego, automobili pininfarina infuses a bruce wayne twist into its electric B95 hyper barchetta and battista hyper GT hypercars. The post bruce wayne inspires automobili pininfarina in ‘gotham’ and ‘dark night’ electric hypercars appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Hotel Designs

MARCH 28, 2024

Image credit: Roca Carulla drew inspiration for Tura from various architectural sources. Main image credit: Roca Tura by Roca – a collection inspired by architecture Pauline Brettell. “In addition, the use of ceramics and the fact that we’re from the same place made it a perfect match. .

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designboom

MAY 8, 2024

The post glass dome inspired by the bone structure of birds covers titanium-made mirarri yacht appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine. the 17-meter mirarri yacht with glass dome is expected to be constructed primarily using carbon fiber and titanium.

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designboom

APRIL 10, 2024

KPF designs the tallest residential tower on fifth avenue with inspiration from the city's beaux-arts heritage. The post step inside KPF’s beaux-arts inspired supertall skyscraper at 520 fifth avenue appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. For more inspiration see previous lookbooks featuring interiors animated by textural burl wood , multicoloured interior design schemes and contemporary interiors that make a feature of historic ruins.

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Hotel Designs

APRIL 16, 2024

Infused with Art Deco-inspired design, each room boasts the latest amenities, such as cosmetic products by Natura Bissé, creating an atmosphere of sublime indulgence. At the heart of the hotel’s allure are four distinctive dining destinations that offer a fusion of locally inspired and internationally influenced flavours.

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The Spaces

MAY 1, 2024

When you think of a ‘country farmhouse,’ rustic beams, stone walls, and raw materials spring to mind, but this Florida farmstead kicks that aesthetic to the curb and features a round house inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s Arizona designs.

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Architizer

JANUARY 23, 2024

Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. This powerful formula continues to inspire architects and interior designers today, but the question remains: does the golden ratio really make architecture more beautiful? Architects: Want to have your project featured?

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Bustler

APRIL 30, 2024

Selected from 48 submissions, the scheme is inspired by the nature of Montenegro, with stone cladding reflecting nearby mountains. A group led by Milan/London-based a-fact has won an international competition for the design of the Museum of Contemporary Art, Natural History Museum, and Park of Arts & Culture in Podgorica, Montenegro.

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The Architecture Designs

APRIL 5, 2024

Floor painting lets you create a unique design that matches your decor using powerful geometric patterns, nature-inspired designs, or sleek modern looks. To inspire your creativity, try these: Geometric Wonders Geometric patterns are a timeless style that can brighten up any environment. These natural components can calm any room.

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designboom

APRIL 17, 2024

The post saint laurent exhibits gio ponti’s historic, architecturally inspired plates at milan design week appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine. the exhibition showcases a custom tableware collection originally conceived by ponti in 1953 for the venezuelan villa planchart.

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Hotel Designs

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Atlas Concorde draws inspiration from onyx to create Marvel Onyx : a collection for creating welcoming, evocative spaces thanks to the lightness and depth of luminous colors in impalpable shades, harking back to the protective power that legend and tradition ascribe to this unique material.

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BD+C

APRIL 28, 2023

Colorful Metal Inspiration 1 kcichowicz Mon, 05/01/2023 - 00:00 Voice of the Brand PAC-CLAD | Petersen Voice of the Brand Designing with architectural metal provides the opportunity to use a wide range of durable, low-maintenance colors and finishes that don’t dull or degrade over time. Want a personalized consultation?

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designboom

MAY 10, 2024

The post NGO cuibono 3D prints chess set inspired by those displaced by war in ukraine appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine. kindachess' is 3D printed with naturally degradable bioplastics, and when stacked, forms the lines of the ukraine flag.

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designboom

JANUARY 9, 2024

inspired by carousels, its circular design encourages various collaborative setups, fostering inclusivity and unity. The post l’atelier senzu builds carousel-inspired rammed earth pavilion for parisian school appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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designboom

APRIL 4, 2024

The post exhibition inspired by ukrainian artist john graham occupies his own brooklyn heights home appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine. artist john graham, a pivotal figure in the mid-20th century new york scene, is the subject of a new exhibition at his historic brooklyn townhouse at 1 sidney place.

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The Spaces

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Moritz View this post on Instagram A post shared by Luke Edward Hall (@lukeedwardhall) The Stacked Store in Singapore View this post on Instagram A post shared by Home Decor Store (@thestackedstore) Follow us on Instagram The post Interior inspiration to kick-start your week appeared first on The Spaces.

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The Architect's Newsletter

MARCH 29, 2024

Brought to you by: Architect: Axia Design Associates Location: Edmonton, Alberta Completion Date: 2022 View More Project Info In 2018, the Aga Khan Garden opened within The University of Alberta The post Axia Design Associates decorates Diwan pavilion with mashrabiya-inspired screens appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Deezen

JANUARY 3, 2024

This room has a different character from the rest of the house, with details inspired by surrealist art. Photo is by Aude Lerin Panizza hopes the "kaleidoscopic" project can serve to inspire people who see London's new-build homes as characterless compared with the city's older properties.

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