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ElasticoFarm Transforms Italian Park with Innovative Treehouse-Inspired Home

Friday, 29 September, 2023 3 Min Read

Sheltered by the encompassing trees, The Hole with the House Around dwelling exudes the appearance of a modern treehouse, with its primary structure elevated from the ground, offering sweeping views of the Alps.

A Facade of Harmonious Architecture and Music | Tension Instrument Concert Hall

Thursday, 28 September, 2023 3 Min Read

Unlike traditional designs that guides one to gaze, this hall invites you to embrace a panoramic view, akin to a harmonious chorus of walls converging to create structural brilliance.

This Mesmerizing Mosaic Masterpiece Enriches an Outdoor Sanctuary | Broken Pavilion

Monday, 25 September, 2023 2 Min Read

A recent addition to this outdoor haven is the Broken Pavilion, a magnificent mosaic sculpture wall by American contemporary artist Rashid Johnson.

Studio Gang and SCAPE Revitalise a Remarkable Urban Community Design | Day One Tom Lee Park

Saturday, 9 September, 2023 3 Min Read

The resurrection of Tom Lee Park, now known as Day One, represents a remarkable achievement in urban design and community revitalization, forging a vibrant and inclusive space along the banks of the mighty Mississippi River.

An Unconventional Home made from Reclaimed Bricks that Harmonizes with Trees | GjG House

Monday, 4 September, 2023 2 Min Read

The building’s curvilinear walls are meticulously constructed using repurposed bricks, minimizing waste and highlighting the inherent charm of real brickwork.

This Museum’s Geometric Concrete Structure is Illuminated by its Roof’s Cross-Shaped Design | Space of Light

Tuesday, 29 August, 2023 3 Min Read

Characterized by his signature use of concrete, the meditation space is softly illuminated by a cross-shaped aperture in its roof, capturing and transforming natural light throughout the day.

This Recyclable and Recycled Architecture is Redefining Sustainable Design | Kamikatsu Zero Waste Centre

Monday, 28 August, 2023 3 Min Read

The Tokyo-based studio Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP was commissioned by Kamikatsu to craft an ecologically sound structure that embodies their zero-waste ethos.

This Eclectic Bengaluru Restaurant is born from Reclaimed Materials | The Circus Canteen

Tuesday, 22 August, 2023 3 Min Read

These materials were carefully sorted into distinct categories, ranging from home appliances to toy cars. The result is an eclectic interior showcasing mismatched furniture and flooring. Remarkably, less than 10 per cent of the interior’s materials were newly sourced.

This Climate-Responsive Urban Space is 3D Printed from Recycled Plastic | Urban Lounge

Saturday, 19 August, 2023 3 Min Read

This innovative installation seeks to reshape urban outdoor spaces in the fight against climate change.

This House Redefines Living Spaces for Modern Lifestyles | The Broken Home

Friday, 18 August, 2023 3 Min Read

Integrated Field’s residential project, named The Broken Home, aims to reimagine the lifestyles and relationship dynamics of a Thai family in the modern Digital Age.

This Wood and Motar Art Installation Redefines Colour and Design | Black – Still

Monday, 14 August, 2023 3 Min Read

The black-painted lath panels, numbering around 2,000, are seemingly penetrated by the oozing mortar—a nod to hidden, powerful forces shaping the city’s landscape.

Recycled Materials Shape a Vibrant Landscape and Striking Canopy at Udaan Park | Studio Saar

Monday, 7 August, 2023 3 Min Read

The central attraction of the park is a colourful canopy that draws inspiration from the starling murmurations.

Artful Steel Facade of this House Incorporates Nature-Inspired Design and Plant Support | Woven House

Saturday, 5 August, 2023 3 Min Read

The perforated steel facade features a repeating pattern of twisting, diamond-shaped modules, inspired by rattan weavings.

This Installation is a Wooden Tribute to Material Life Cycles and Construction Practices | Making A Stand

Thursday, 3 August, 2023 3 Min Read

Comprising 127 six-meter-tall vertical wooden fins, the temporary structure had been meticulously positioned in a grid formation around the existing trees, street furnishings and sculptures of Leeds City Square.

Mitsubishi Jisho Design Crafts Teahouse Pavilion using Food-Waste-Based Materials | Veneti-An

Tuesday, 25 July, 2023 2 Min Read

Constructed from a variety of food waste materials, including coffee grounds and pasta, commonly found in Venice, the Veneti-An teahouse boasts 7,165 paper tubes, 128 cork floor panels, 74 coffee-ground-made panels and 2,324 joint components made from discarded pasta.

This Sustainable Marvel is Redefining Architecture’s Future | Darwin Bucky

Monday, 24 July, 2023 3 Min Read

Designed as a prefabricated kit of parts, this innovative structure challenges conventional building practices while providing a unique spatial experience for its occupants.

A Captivating Mirror and Glass Canopy that Redefines Museum Space| Common Sky

Saturday, 15 July, 2023 2 Min Read

This installation forms a massive glass and mirror canopy, consisting of overlapping mirror and glass panels, to enclose an open-air courtyard at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum.

Artist Showcases the Power of Unity through Laser-Cut Metal Installation | Gathering Pavilion

Saturday, 8 July, 2023 2 Min Read

Constructed using laser-cut metal, the eight curved modules are intricately stacked, symbolizing individuals coming together in harmony, akin to a collective preparing for farming activities.

The New Aare Bridge: Blending Tradition and Innovation in Aarau

Thursday, 6 July, 2023 5 Min Read

SR July 2023 Issue

The Aare Bridge in Aarau, Switzerland, is a harmonious blend of traditional and modern design, created by renowned firms like Christ & Gantenbein, WMM Ingenieure AG, Henauer Gugler AG, and August + Margrith Künzel Landschaftsarchitekten AG. Read on to know more

Asia’s Largest Wooden Building Showcases Sustainable Design and Net-Zero Energy | Gaia

Thursday, 6 July, 2023 3 Min Read

This remarkable building stands out for its extensive use of mass timber, making it one of the largest wooden structures in Asia based on timber volume.

Studio RAP Unveils Striking Archways with 3D-Printed Ceramic Tiles | New Delft Blue

Tuesday, 4 July, 2023 2 Min Read

Utilizing 3D printing and an algorithmic approach, Studio RAP constructed the archways using 3,000 unique tiles that evoke the colour and patterns of traditional Delft Blue porcelain.

This Music School Unites Architecture and Community under its Coconut Wood Cantilevered Roof | Casa de Musica

Monday, 3 July, 2023 3 Min Read

Casa de Musica serves as a social gathering space with its warm materials and natural ventilation, while also providing musicians with spacious and well-equipped classrooms.

Roar Captures the Beauty of Indian Stepwells in this Showroom | Jaipur Rugs’ Dubai Store

Friday, 30 June, 2023 3 Min Read

Housed within a renovated warehouse, once abandoned, in the former industrial area, the showroom boasts cascading, rainbow-coloured staircases that pay homage to these architectural wonders.

Snohetta Transforms a Museum with Comprehensive Grounds Redesign | Blanton Museum of Art

Saturday, 10 June, 2023 3 Min Read

Impressively standing 40ft tall, each petal is meticulously crafted from perforated panels and spans an impressive diameter of 30ft.

Check out this Self-Balancing Brick Arch Constructed with Augmented Reality | Angelus Novus Vault

Monday, 5 June, 2023 3 Min Read

Serving as the entrance to the Time Space Existence exhibition, organized by the European Cultural Centre in Venice to address the climate emergency, the Angelus Novus Vault has been designed and built within a brief three-month timeframe.

Restoring The Nostalgia: David Sassoon Gets a Makeover

Friday, 2 June, 2023 4 Min Read

JSW Foundation’s Restoration & Conservation efforts revive Mumbais iconic library to its former glory

This Timber Pavilion Amalgamates Research and Nature amid a Forest Canopy | Flora Pavilion

Tuesday, 30 May, 2023 3 Min Read

Titled Flora (Forest Lab for Observational Research and Analysis), the pavilion serves as a scientific facility, allowing researchers to reside and work within the forest canopy.

MSR Design Transforms an Abandoned Steel Mill into a Colourful Tech Campus | Mill 19

Thursday, 25 May, 2023 3 Min Read

Minneapolis-based architecture firm MSR Design has successfully repurposed a 70-year-old abandoned steel mill in Pennsylvania by creating a vibrant tech campus that includes three colourful buildings and a large rooftop solar array.

Giant Wooden Table and Chairs Add a Whimsical Touch to this Mixed-Used Facility | Sweets Bank

Monday, 22 May, 2023 3 Min Read

The design of Sweets Bank is intended to evoke curiosity, catch the eye and be highly Instagrammable, thus aiming to enhance the image and reputation of both the town and the Shunkado brand.

MVRDV to Design an Energy-Neutral Park for a Fossil Fuels-Free Future | Hangzhou Oil Refinery Factory Park

Friday, 19 May, 2023 4 Min Read

By repurposing this industrial infrastructure, access to the waterway will be granted, providing recreational opportunities and fostering economic connections between the north and south regions of China.

This Sustainable Office Building Blends Railway Heritage and Modern Design | 11 & 12 Wellington Place

Tuesday, 16 May, 2023 3 Min Read

Committed to sustainability, 11 & 12 Wellington Place is a fully electric building, operating with net-zero carbon emissions. The building operates entirely on electricity, eliminating the use of gas and fossil fuels.

This House with a Singular Column Harmonizes Interior Comfort and Cost | One-Legged House

Monday, 15 May, 2023 3 Min Read

By minimizing the number of columns, both the foundation and structural costs are kept to a minimum.

This Cafe is Designed with Incredible Possibilities of Upcycling Milk Cartons and Beer Bottles | Early BKK

Saturday, 13 May, 2023 4 Min Read

Milk cartons and glass bottles, commonly found in the neighborhood, emerged as the most suitable materials for recycling and repurposing.

This Twisting Tower Serves as a Sculptural Beacon for Hikers | Lookout Tower

Friday, 12 May, 2023 3 Min Read

A striking characteristic of the Lookout Tower is its distinctive form—a column constructed on an equilateral triangular plan, simultaneously unconventional and harmoniously regular.

Researchers Repurpose Deteriorated Old Wooden Houses with 3D-Printed Structures | Traditional House of the Future

Thursday, 11 May, 2023 2 Min Read

Dubbed the Traditional House of the Future, this prototype initiative is part of a government plan in Nanlong Village, located in southwest China, aimed at renovating numerous deteriorated old wooden houses.

This House Harmonises Traditional Japanese Construction with Contemporary Design | C4L House

Saturday, 6 May, 2023 3 Min Read

C4L House respects Japan’s cultural context and honour the skills and innovations of past generations while providing spaces that can be passed on to future generations.

Magma from Volcano Inspires this Colourful, Multi-Faceted Public Space | Magma Flow

Saturday, 6 May, 2023 3 Min Read

The park’s design is inspired by the flow of magma from a volcano with its floor coloured in red, orange and yellow pathways that create organic shapes resembling liquid magma.

This House Harmonises Traditional Japanese Construction with Contemporary Design | C4L House

Saturday, 6 May, 2023 3 Min Read

C4L House respects Japan’s cultural context and honour the skills and innovations of past generations while providing spaces that can be passed on to future generations.

Iron and ETFE Polymer Unite to Form a Reflective Cube Installation at Milan Design Week | Momentum

Friday, 21 April, 2023 2 Min Read

Led by Ma Yansong, MAD Architects has unveiled their latest installation Momentum, in collaboration with Interni and AXA IM ALTS at the main atelier of Milan Design Week 2023.

Apple’s First Flagship Store in India is its Most Energy-Efficient One | Apple BKC

Thursday, 20 April, 2023 3 Min Read

Designed by Foster + Partners, the design of the store incorporates finely crafted elements, locally sourced materials and lush greenery to stimulate the senses and lift the spirits, embodying the creative spirit of Mumbai.

Brillhart Architecture Captures the Essence of Bahamas in this Tropical Dwelling | Beach House

Friday, 14 April, 2023 3 Min Read

The design of the Beach House is centered around creating individual pavilions that are spread out to form a courtyard.

Heatherwick to transform old Desalination Plant into a Museum | Jeddah Central Museum

Tuesday, 28 March, 2023 3 Min Read

Heatherwick will be designing the Jeddah Central Museum in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia by converting the desalination plant into a souk – a marketplace.

4 Ring-Shaped Panda Pavillions By EID Architecture Converges Architecture, Landscape And Land Art

Monday, 27 March, 2023 3 Min Read

An extension of the world’s leading research institute on panda preservation Chengdu National Giant Panda Research and Breeding Centre, EID Architecture has envisioned a group of four sweeping structures that would blend into the natural environment.

A Fluttering Fishing Net forms the Facade of this old Market Building | Timeless Beacon

Saturday, 25 March, 2023 3 Min Read

Named Timeless Beacon, the installation is made of multi-coloured fishing nets and reflective film that envelopes the abandoned market building.

RSDA Illustrates a Bespoke House Design by using Shipping Containers | Container House

Friday, 24 March, 2023 4 Min Read

Led by architects Rakhee Bedi and Shobhit Kumar, the Container House exhibits the example of artistically responding to the methods of repurposing old shipping containers into a quaint abode.

This Cafe Embodies the Quintessential College Street Coffee House Experience | Coffee House

Thursday, 23 March, 2023 4 Min Read

A beautiful assortment of traditional and modern elements with the classic touch of College Street design creates a lively experience at the Coffee House New Town.

Portable Buildings: The Future of Architecture is Here | SR Exclusive

Friday, 10 March, 2023 3 Min Read

SR May 2020 Issue

The future is here, and we’re talking about buildings that are portable. Gone are the days when you had to be glued to a building, or a building glued to be a spot. Portable buildings are the flying cars of 2020.

Use of Recycled Materials in Architecture and Design

Tuesday, 7 March, 2023 2 Min Read

Someone correctly quoted that architecture is what bridges the gap between the built and the unbuilt environment. To make recycling a successful strategy we must take on appropriate measures to include recycling in the architectural industry.

Mixed Use Projects in Architecture: Examples & Best Practices | SR Exclusive

Monday, 6 March, 2023 3 Min Read

With the growth of population, there is an increased need for space. Planners are constantly under pressure to create new solutions. Mixed-use buildings and developments have been around for a long time. It provides us with a sustainable method to use space and utilize resources.

Top 3 Wood Veneer Application Ideas to Create a Modern Home | SR Ideabook

Thursday, 2 March, 2023 3 Min Read

Having natural beauty within a residential space is a wish of many people. Nothing but true wooden material can get this aesthetic beauty in your home. Veneer, a natural wood product, that not only beautifies the overall space.

Top Indian Architectural Photographers to Follow on Instagram | SR Article

Monday, 27 February, 2023 3 Min Read

The digital world has made it easy to transform a mundane Monday into a relaxed Sunday. In today’s times, social media platforms are not merely about socialising.

7 Projects That Redefine Retail Design | SR Exclusive

Architecture Projects That Redefine Retail Design | SR Exclusive

Saturday, 25 February, 2023 3 Min Read

There is no surprise in the fact that to sell well, it should appeal to the customers. This is because humans are highly visual. Most of the sensory information that we receive is through our eyes.

SR Interview: Going Sustainable is Expensive. It is a Myth says Ar Snehal Shah, Principal Architect, EssTeam, Surat

Friday, 24 February, 2023 2 Min Read

Climatically responsive, ambient, resilient and efficient – these are the four words that define the hardcore sustainable practice followed and preached by Surat-based EssTeam. An exclusive interview by SURFACES REPORTER with Ar Snehal Shah, EssTeam, Surat.

Energy Efficient Buildings- The Dos and The Donts

Friday, 24 February, 2023 3 Min Read

Energy efficient buildings are a need of the hour and the process to design them includes constructing/upgrading systems in buildings to make the most of the energy that is consumed by them and taking steps to reduce the loss of energy.

This Pavilion turns Harvesting of Solar Energy into an Inspiring Public Space | Solar Pavilion

Tuesday, 21 February, 2023 3 Min Read

SR November 2022 Issue

The Solar Pavilion highlights the power of the sun where energy and heat are both generated on-site with the help of the latest techniques and aesthetic solar panels.

Modern Architecture Design: Top 5 Current Trends | SR Trends Report

Tuesday, 21 February, 2023 3 Min Read

The architecture field is expanding adversely with time. One can see different types of innovations in the architecture field. Innovation has become a significant trend, due to which each architecture is not focusing on repetitive designs but new innovative designs every time.

11 Reasons To Choose PVC Panels Over Ceramic Tiles

Friday, 17 February, 2023 3 Min Read

PVC panels are the go-to choice of Surface Décor material that is a very trendy choice for most home owners, architects and interior designers these days. Not only is the material sustainable but also work well at any kind of space it is installed at.

The cause of Mumbai high rise fire may lie in lack of fire fighting system | SURFACES REPORTER NEWS UPDATE

Tuesday, 31 January, 2023 5 Min Read

The financial capital of India, Mumbai, has seen a lot of fire accidents lately particularly in the high rise buildings. Most of these fires attributed to the lack of fire safety measures taken during construction and the recent R A Residency fire, Dadar is no exception. A report by SURFACES REPORTE

The Legacy of Architect B.V. Doshi

Monday, 30 January, 2023 2 Min Read

SR January 2023 Issue

Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi, commonly known as B.V. Doshi, was a renowned Indian architect, urban planner, and educator who made significant contributions to the field of architecture. Born in 1927 in Pune, India, Doshi had a long and illustrious career that spanned over seven decades. He was widely

Cork Walls, Concrete Arches and Exposed Mechanical Systems Fashions Madrid’s Reggio School

Friday, 27 January, 2023 3 Min Read

Jaque-led Office for Political Innovation designed six-storey Reggio School encompassing cork walls, concrete arches, porthole windows and zigzagging roofs.

This Tranquil Oasis Integrates Classical Kerala Architecture | Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters and Beyond

Wednesday, 25 January, 2023 4 Min Read

Niraamaya Retreat demonstrates a boutique architectural experience of opulence that strongly connects with the surrounding landscape through an appropriate balance of contemporary design and traditional elements.

India’s pride in Architecture BV Doshi passes away - Irreplaceable says Vertica Dvivedi

Tuesday, 24 January, 2023 3 Min Read

SR January 2023 Issue

What a loss! Devastated to know that Architect Balkrishna Doshi (26th August 1927- 24th January 2023) has left the mortal body in the age of 95. One of the most extraordinary talents of our time and a phenomenal force in the world of architecture, I cannot completely comprehend the enormity of this

Perforated Stone Facade of This Bikaner Home Blends With Citys Sand Dune Gusts| Design Square

Monday, 23 January, 2023 4 Min Read

Ar. Rajkumar Kumawat with his team at Design Square has designed a spellbinding home in Bikaner, Rajasthan featuring an intricately carved stone perforated screen facade with stone overhangs and projecting balconies.Read more exciting details of the project on SURFACES REPORTER (SR)

Google to set up 3.81 lakh sq ft Data Center in India, eyeing India’s digital growth | SURFACES REPORTER News Update

Tuesday, 17 January, 2023 2 Min Read

SR January 2023 Issue

Google that has taken up 3.18 lakh sq ft space on lease in Navi Mumbai in order to set up a major data center by 2025. A report by SURFACES REPORTER (SR).

Timber and Concrete Unite to create a Dramatically Sloping Roof Café | Takahama Cafe

Wednesday, 4 January, 2023 3 Min Read

Named Takahama Cafe, the newly introduced structure seamlessly connects the earth and atmosphere and reflects the surrounding environment.

A Flexible, Energy-Neutral Residential Complex to come up in Amsterdam | Tic Tac Toe

Tuesday, 3 January, 2023 3 Min Read

Each of the apartments in Tic Tac Toe will be flexibly designed with 11 floors alternating between six and 7 homes per floor.

These Suspended Camping Pods offer Comfort and Luxury of Modern Lodging | Floating Retreat

Monday, 2 January, 2023 3 Min Read

Ardh Architect has introduced a city of hanging pods that will offer a camping experience while hanging in the middle of the air between two mountain ridges.

3D Printed house for Indian Army | SURFACES REPORTER Design Update

Friday, 30 December, 2022 4 Min Read

SR December 2022 Issue

Faster construction methods are crucial for Army as they are often sent to places where there are little resources. Recently, Indian Army has inaugurated a 3D Printed house in Ahmedabad using a concrete 3D Printer. A report by SURFACES REPORTER (SR).

Dubai’s 100-Storey Hypertower to be the World’s Tallest Residential Building

Saturday, 24 December, 2022 2 Min Read

The Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co Residences aims to set a record as one of the tallest residential constructions in the world with its 100 storeys.

38 Clay Plaster Cones Crisscross to Form a Climate-Sensitive Pavilion | querkraft

Saturday, 17 December, 2022 3 Min Read

The Austrian pavilion reinterprets Dubai’s building traditions through its striking 38 intersecting cones of different heights that form the shape of a pavilion.

This Sustainably Stacked Vertical Campus is Boston’s First Fossil Fuel-Free Building | KPMB Architects

Friday, 16 December, 2022 3 Min Read

The 345,000 sqft vertical campus building in Boston is touted to be the first fossil fuel-free building in the city.

Yatin Pandyas Latest Volume Will Take You On An Immersive Ride To The Alluring Courtyard Houses of India

With 352 photographs, 333 drawings and 18 maps, Yatin Pandyas Courtyard Houses of India Is A Breakthrough Publication

Tuesday, 22 November, 2022 3 Min Read

Yatin Pandyas Latest Volume Will Take You On An Immersive Ride To The Alluring Courtyard Houses of India

Rural Villages in the Alps Influence this Studio’s Cladding | Schindel Studio

Monday, 21 November, 2022 3 Min Read

Comprising a bathroom, storage and a single studio room, the Schindel studio can be accessed by two doors on either end of the building’s southern elevation.

Interchanging Facades of this Building are Shaped by two Differing Urban Contexts | Harajuku Quest

Saturday, 19 November, 2022 0 Min Read

To be developed for NTT Urban Development, Harajuku Quest will be a renewed commercial and cultural centre in Harajuku, Tokyo, and will be reportedly completed by February 2025.