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Reframing the Concept of Building Envelope Through Minimalist Windows

ArchDaily

While envelopes evolve within diverse contexts, materials, and systems, minimalist windows distinguish themselves through their aesthetic qualities by being transparent and fluid skins. These windows excel with their functionality and visual lightness, standing out in the architectural landscape. Read more »

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AR Future Projects Awards unveils its 2023 winners as ‘window into tomorrow’s cities’

Archinect

The series describes itself as a “window into tomorrow’s cities” by celebrating excellence in projects still undergoing design or construction, which have “the potential for positive contribution to communities, neighborhoods and urban landscapes around the world.”

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ConForm Architects models green-terrazzo flat extension on bay windows

Deezen

Green terrazzo is teamed with concrete and clay-toned plaster at Terzetto, a London flat extension that architecture studio ConForm Architects has modelled on bay windows. Externally, these distinct materials have been combined to evoke the components of a bay window – which are a plinth, column and pediment.

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Design Out West: 10 Unique Buildings in Dialogue With Utah’s Rugged Landscape

Architizer

Utah is a land of striking contrasts and otherworldly landscapes, and its architectural identity is deeply rooted in the state’s history and culture. These cabins were constructed using interlocking cross laminated timber, a material developed by industry partner Euclid Timber Frame PC.

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Schemata Architects embraces rough material finishes for gallery in Seoul

Deezen

"In this context, we thought that inserting another unique feature into the landscape would not be appropriate," explained Nagasaka. This looks out towards the nearby Changdeokgung Palace and a surrounding park, also visible through windows in the stairwell. The photography is by Yongjoon Choi.

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Fresh Indoor Air and Healthy Materials: These Tiny Prefabs Pack In Passive House Principles

Dwell

The purchasable 269-square-foot dwelling incorporates the duo’s extensive knowledge on Passive House design principles and prefab buildings while responding to the wildly varying Australian landscape. The large window is meant to make people feel connected with the outside. The feedback has been really positive.

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Muza Lab's resort interiors are informed by Greek culture and landscapes

Deezen

Muza Lab designed both the interiors and terraces of the resort Natural light is present throughout the interior spaces regardless of their functions, with large windows allowing both light and nature to enter the rooms. The post Muza Lab's resort interiors are informed by Greek culture and landscapes appeared first on Dezeen.