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Guiré Yéro Bocar Library / croixmariebourdon architectes associés

November 8, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

Guiré Yéro Bocar is a rural commune in Casamance, an agricultural region in the south of Senegal. The new library, designed by croixmariebourdon as part of a community patronage project, is home to 15,000 textbooks and examples of literature collected from French high schools and secondary schools. The current school is arranged around a rectangular courtyard surrounded by classrooms. This courtyard is arranged around multiple focal points: the majestic central mango tree which offers shadow for the school’s social activities, the entrance (reception, food), and the well (access to water). The new construction is also reminiscent of the traditional round Fulani hut and the shadow cast around the trunk of the mango tree.

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Emma House / HW Studio

November 7, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

Years ago, inspired by the Paula Rego Museum designed by Eduardo Souto de Moura, we had a transformative experience that profoundly influenced our vision for Casa Emma. Entering the museum, we felt an immediate, indescribable serenity under one of its pyramids, where light filtered softly through a high skylight. Golden rays gently bathed every surface, casting shadows and reflections that gave the space a unique warmth. It was as though the light itself embraced and protected us, creating a profound sense of peace.

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Rural School in Oaxaca / Territorio Estudio

November 6, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

The project is based on a reflection on how educational spaces should be nowadays. From this starting point, we begin by creating shade – a roof supported by a flexible, light and open structure that allows for a dialogue between people, nature and architecture. The building adapts to the pre-existing conditions of the site and links the exterior and interior spaces by dissolving their boundaries.

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Luigi Einaudi Primary School San Cipriano / Planum Srl

November 6, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

The Luigi Einaudi Primary School in San Cipriano, Roncade-Treviso-Italy, has undergone a significant renovation project aimed at creating a modern, stimulating, and welcoming learning environment for all students. Classrooms and the gymnasium have been refurbished, while a wing has been demolished and rebuilt to optimize spaces and make them more functional.

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Wohnhaus Sonnenfalter / KNTXT Architektur

November 6, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

The property is located in a quiet residential area, surrounded by single-family houses and adjacent to the forest. The gentle southwest slope allows for optimal views and sun exposure. The neighborhood is characterized by a small-scale building structure and generously planted residential gardens.

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Stasys Museum / IMPLMNT architects

November 6, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

Stasys Museum is located in Panevėžys, Lithuania, in the northern part of the city center. The main goal of the project was to enhance city development by creating a high-quality public environment that enriches the city center. It focuses on serving the public interest by improving the quality of life and promoting cultural awareness and artistic expression within a democratic, communal space. Additionally, the museum seeks to establish itself as a leader in public services through superior content and functionality.

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Maiden House / FORRM Architects

November 5, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

Within its historic urban neighborhood adjacent to the campus of the University of Texas, the Maiden House presented an opportunity to blend Austin’s rich architectural heritage with the city’s current embrace of vibrant, modern design. The starting point was a 1920 bungalow which has maintained its character and detailing over the decades of its life.

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Lyngby Town Hall / ERIK arkitekter

November 5, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

The modernist building has been fully renovated and retains many of its original qualities. ERIK arkitekter has restored the town hall based on its key architectural ideas while futureproofing it with contemporary workspaces. Lyngby Town Hall, designed by the now passed-away architects Hans Erling Langkilde and Ib Martin Jensen, joins the ranks of Scandinavian functionalist town halls from the mid-20th century — think, for instance, of Aarhus City Hall by Arne Jacobsen and Erik Møller or Gunnar Asplund’s Gothenburg Town Hall. The building was originally inaugurated in 1941.

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Chamboirat House / COVE Architectes

November 5, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

This project aimed to transform an ancient farmhouse into a family home in Chamboirat, a small hamlet in Auvergne’s countryside. This two-century-old barn was a common agricultural heritage in this part of France. Once inside, we discovered what made this place exceptional: 9-meter-high stone masonry walls, a complex wooden framework, and fantastic volumes. The whole place showcased remarkable materiality. When our client shared with us his wish to turn it into a home where he could gather his family for years to come, we agreed that this intervention should primarily respect the distinctive character of the place.

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Beyond Conventional Design: The Unique Approaches of Office ParkScheerbarth

November 4, 2024 Hadir Al Koshta 0

Office ParkScheerbarth, selected as one of ArchDaily’s 2024 Best New Practices, was founded in Berlin in 2019 by principals Moojin Park and Benjamin Scheerbarth. Together, they create a synthesis between architecture, urban planning, and social science, drawings on cultural and educational contexts from Korea, the US, and Germany. Their work creates spaces that welcome versatility, challenges, and growth. The duo embodies a fusion of cultures, nationalities, and diverse disciplines, approaching each project from multiple perspectives and emphasizing adaptability, respect for ownership, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge and innovation. Challenging norms and regulations of the built environment, Moojin Park and Benjamin Scheerbarth share a commitment to pushing and exploring design boundaries. They met during their Master’s studies in the US, where their shared vision took shape and marked the beginning of their journey together.