Weavers – Seer Green House / Des Ewing Architects
This modern country house reinterprets the grandeur of traditional estates through a contemporary lens.
Articles by Hadir Al Koshta
Vedalia Salon / Nysa
On a busy street in Ampelokipoi, Vedalia Beauty Salon is conceived as a space of pause and retreat from the city’s rhythms. The architectural proposal reimagines the ritual of care, framing it not as a commercial transaction but as a process closer to a therapeutic retreat. Entering the space, the visitor is invited into an environment where architecture and self-care converge, cultivating an atmosphere of calmness and renewal.
House SD / Atelier Ose Architecture
On a narrow, elongated plot, this former railway workers’ house, fully renovated, and its garden-side extension are created around a central patio, which opens up and enhances the rear façade. The patio preserves the occupants’ privacy while allowing optimal natural light into every room. The new patio draws light deep into each room and shields daily life from view.
Xiaoliangtan Garden / West 8
Referencing Chengdu traditions of visiting and meeting at the mountain creeks, hearing the babbling of the stream under the shaded canopy of trees, “The Cool Garden” offers visitors moments of respite, shade, socializing, and play while they enjoy flowing waters and the pebbles underfoot.
Startup Village Julich / Julius Taminiau Architects
Startup Village is a vibrant addition to Brainergry Park, a 7-hectare “energy transition” business park developed as part of the local shift from a coal-dependent economy. This colorful, dynamically designed village stands in contrast to the park’s more formal, orthogonal, white-toned architecture.
MIR Office Building / Bureau XII
The project aims to provide an office building with flexible spaces for rent for a private investor. The building plot is located in a high-density area in the historical center of the city of Sofia. The area is heterogeneous with buildings predominantly from the beginning to the middle of the 20th century and a variety of architectural styles. The fragmented image of the city is united by the “patina”, the trace that time leaves and gives the organic and warm character of the environment. Meanwhile, the location, which is near the ancient Roman city of Serdikarequires an archeological investigation of the plot. In the course of the archaeological research, the remains of a late antique tomb were discovered, which were subsequently integrated into the project.
The Forestias Six Senses Residences / Foster + Partners
The first phase of the Six Senses Residences The Forestias development by the Thailand-based developer MQDC has been completed. Following the key principles of The Forestias master plan, the luxury villas are inspired by traditional Thai architecture to provide the highest levels of sustainability, well-being, and connections with nature. The development will be serviced by the nearby Six Senses The Forestias hotel and is designed to align with their pioneering approach to wellness, crafted experiences, and care towards local communities and the environment. Sunphol Sorakul, Partner, Foster + Partners, said: “The Six Senses Residences The Forestias is a private green haven at the edge of our masterplan. It offers an unparalleled living experience – with access to the very best services and amenities to promote physical and emotional well-being – while providing a strong sense of community. Every villa has been designed to optimize views of the spectacular natural surroundings, with an emphasis on quality materials and highly flexible living spaces that work for the whole family unit.”
Unexpected Reflections / Miguel de la Torre mta+v
In celebration of Día de Muertos, “Unexpected Reflections” is an artistic installation that reinterprets one of Mexico’s most cherished traditions through a contemporary lens, delving into the profound connection between life and death. Designed as a portal between both worlds, the installation invites visitors to cross a symbolic threshold marked by a mirrored wall, where their own reflections mingle with the memory of those who have passed.
Redmond Senior and Community Center / Johnston Architects
Redmond Washington’s Municipal Campus has a vibrant new addition: a 52,000-square-foot, recreation facility designed by Opsis Architecture of Portland, OR and Johnston Architects (JA) of Seattle, WA. The state-of-the-art Redmond Senior & Community Center is a hub for health, wellness and connection, designed to bring generations together while becoming a source of civic pride for the city.
House for a Family in Strasbourg / nara.
The project involves the complete renovation of a Neustadt building dating from the late 19th century. On the street side, the Vosges sandstone and brickwork will be cleaned and restored to their original appearance.