PICCO Architetti has transformed the former Olympic Village in Turin into a student and social housing, reimagining the project originally designed by the German architect Otto Steidle in 2006.
Project name
Social Housing Ex Moi
Architecture firm
PICCO Architetti
Location
Via Giordano Bruno, Turin, Italy
Principal architect
Criastiano Picco
Design team
PICCO Architetti, Cristiano Picco, Giuliana Foglia Franke, Francesca Cravero
Collaborators
Manager: Camplus. Fire Safety: Colletti Ingegneria. Energy and Installations: Studio di Ingegneria Guido Berra. External Insulation: Gruppo Ivas. External Windows and Doors Installation: AGS Infissi e Serramenti. External Aluminum Profiles: Aluk Italy. External Glass: Bivetro. Internal Doors: Bertolotto Porte. Armored Doors and Fire-Rated Doors: Dierre. Porcelain Tiles: Marazzi Group
Structural engineer
Duepuntodieci Associati
Environmental & MEP
Electrical Installations Contractor: Impelectric srl. Mechanical Installations Contractor: Sime srl. Sanitary Fixtures: Duravit. Studio di ingegneria Guido Berra
Construction
CO.GE.FA. s.p.a.
Supervision
Studio Pession Associati
Tools used
AutoCAD, Rhinoceros 3D, V-ray, Adobe Photoshop
Typology
Residential › Social Housing, Apartments
The design concept is as unique as it is captivating—an "industrial barely green" aesthetic. This distinctive vision seamlessly unites the rugged, industrial character of the surroundings with a delicate touch of greenery. One of the most remarkable features of this design is the deliberate preservation of a wild tree at the site.
Project name
LAKHINA Overseas
Architecture firm
Karan Osahan Architects
Location
Panipat, Haryana, India
Principal architect
Karan Osahan
Design team
Karan Osahan, Poojo Kundu, Ramya Khare
Interior design
Karan Osahan Architects
Landscape
Karan Osahan Architects
Civil engineer
SS Associates
Structural engineer
SS Associates
Construction
SS Associates
Supervision
Karan Osahan Architects
Visualization
Karan Osahan Architects
Tools used
AutoCAD, Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper, Adobe Photoshop, Lumion
Material
Bharat Brick, Asian Paints, Mitsibushi, Aksh Light India, Kohler, Simpolo
Typology
Commercial › Office Building
The Industrial Fusion project aims to transform the traditional automotive parts retail space into an immersive and engaging experience. Departing from the conventional distribution model, the focus is shifted towards creating an environment that not only showcases automotive parts but also celebrates the essence of the bearings industry through th...
Project name
Tase Group Retail Space
Architecture firm
BYRID Architects
Location
Tirana Industrial Park, Albania
Photography
Leonit Ibrahimi
Principal architect
Ridi Milo
Interior design
BYRID Architects
Tools used
AutoCAD, Autodesk 3ds Max, Corona Renderer
Material
Micro cement, Porcelain Tile, Steel, Raw Materials
Following the Sheng Yongxing Sanlitun branch in Beijing, TANZO's spatial designer Wang Daquan and Wang He explore the possibilities of Peking duck in this new space. Connecting Beijing and Shanghai, North and South, East and West, and the convergence of emotions and objects — in the small scenic views of the new space, a grand culture unfolds.
Project name
Sheng Yongxing (Lujiazui Branch)
Photography
Zhu Hai, Zhong Yonggang
Principal architect
Wang Daquan
Design team
Jin Ping, Ma Hongxu, Zhang Xiangrong
Interior design
Tanzo Space Design
Collaborators
Videography: Zhu Hai; Copywriting and Planning: NARJEELING; Project Planning: LER Brand Strategy Agency
Completion year
August 2023
Construction
Shanghai Xingbo Construction and Installation Engineering Co., Ltd.
Lighting
Beijing Lightstone Pro Lighting Design
Client
Shanghai Shengji Catering Management Co., Ltd.
Typology
Hospitality › Restaurant
The brand’s latest product launches were featured at its booth-in-booth concept, while the Chief Design Officer, Roberto Palomba, shared valuable insights during knowledge-exchange panel discussions held at the Downtown Design Fair.
Written by
Roberto Palomba
Photography
deal Standard
The design of the house tells the story of the apartment owner who loves to travel the world and collect memories. The design work was entrusted to the interior designer Pindi Ben Ari, who is also his partner.
Project name
Surrounding the world in four walls
Location
Sharon area, Israel
Interior design
Pindi Ben Ari Shamai
Environmental & MEP engineering
Material
Wardrobes: Delkoub
Typology
Residential › Apartment
Nestled amidst the captivating landscapes of Sistan Baluchestan, Iran, a recreational resort unveils a unique combination of tradition and modernity. Constructed predominantly from locally sourced clay and mud materials, the resort seamlessly integrates the distinctive architectural elements and handcrafted traditions of the region.
Project name
Recreational Resort resign from the ground
Architecture firm
Mahdiye Amiri
Location
Sistan Baluchestan, Iran
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Mahdiye Amiri
Design team
Mahdiye Amiri
Visualization
Mahdiye Amiri
Typology
Recreational Resort
Choosing a remodeling contractor is not an easy task, as it requires you to hire an employee who will be responsible for the changes in the layout, structure, and style of your home. With so many remodeling companies on the market, how do you choose a reliable contractor who will provide a high-quality service? Follow these tips to narrow down your...
Today, the Secretariat of the Prix Versailles is releasing the Shops & Stores, Shopping Malls, Hotels and Restaurants that have joined the World’s Most Beautiful List.
Written by
Prix Versailles
Photography
Rancho Pescadero
Discover the allure of juxtaposition in our desert oasis! At the heart of the African desert stands a magnificent, magical tree that serves as the soulful centerpiece of our minimal stone villa. Embracing the serenity of the desert landscape, our interior design harmonizes the rustic elegance of stone with the enchanting simplicity of minimalism.
Project name
Eternal Tree Villa
Architecture firm
Green Clay Architecture
Location
Sahara Desert, North Africa
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Khatereh Bakhtyari
Visualization
Khatereh Bakhtyari
Typology
Residential › House
