Beton Cire Paint Showroom - An Ode to Real-world Coat Paintings, Interior Design by NDB Design Studio.
Project name
Beton Cire Showroom
Location
Chengdu Fusenmei No.1 Hall, China
Photography
Yunmian Photography Studio
Principal architect
Ni Dongbo
Design team
Zhang Xiaoqing
Collaborators
Derrick Wang
Interior design
NDB Design
Completion year
October 2023
Construction
Chengdu Shangyang Construction
Typology
Commercial › Showroom
Casa do Castanheiro is a rehabilitation project which aims to expand and transform a small Minho house. On the site, there was a two-story main house with no connection between the floors, along with a volume attached for storing agricultural materials, leaning against the property wall.
Project name
Casa do Castanheiro
Architecture firm
Luppa Arquitectos / Luppa Architects
Location
Alto Minho, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Francisco Mesquita Moura
Collaborators
André Machado, Gonçalo Campinho, Pedro Tavares
Typology
Residential › House
Mycelium refers to a network of lengthy thread-like mushroom roots, which normally grow in a moist and shaded area. The roots form the foundation of the mushroom and are used to absorb nutrients from the soil.
Photography
MoMa Art Installation © Hy-Fi by The Living
Have you ever heard of Wabi-sabi? If not, you're in for a treat! Wabi-sabi is a Japanese design philosophy that celebrates simplicity, natural beauty, and the charm of imperfection. It's one of those unique styles that makes life a bit more relaxed and embraces the beauty in our everyday surroundings.
Written by
Julia Rumenova
In the heart of Warsaw, within the Supreme Court, stands an extraordinary sculpture. Its shape evokes the image of a billowing flag, and as light falls upon it, it seems to quiver like fabric moved by the wind.
Written by
Edyta Barańska
Photography
Bartek Barczyk
Oaxaca 88, located in the Condesa neighborhood of Mexico City, is a mixed-use building that blends harmoniously into a vibrant urban setting. The project features 26 residential units and a ground floor commercial space, distributed across two interconnected volumes linked by a central vertical circulation core.
Architecture firm
CCA | Bernardo Quinzaños, IP STUDIO / Ivanka V Pichardo
Location
Mexico City, Mexico
Photography
Ricardo de la Concha
Principal architect
Bernardo Quinzaños
Design team
Victor Zúñiga, Keren Espinoza
Interior design
Ivanka V Pichardo
Construction
Abisal Construcciones
Material
Concrete, Steel, Glass
Typology
Residential › Apartments
Located in the heart of a private, peaceful passage perched on the highest part of Paris, this project aims to offer a living space completely disconnected from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis.
Project name
OSLO Residence
Architecture firm
Christophe Rousselle Architecte
Photography
Takuji Shimmura
Principal architect
Christophe Rousselle, Jean Philippe Marre
Design team
Dimitri Chausset
Interior design
Furniture: NEOVA
Environmental & MEP
Plumbing and Sanitary: Shower tray and screens: IDEAL STANDARD - Cabinet, sink and WC: ROCA -Bathroom faucets: JACOB DELAFON - Dishwasher: MODERNA - Kitchen faucets: ROCA - Heating radiators: ACOVA
Lighting
Equipment and boards: SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC -Spots: EUROPOLE, RESISTEX - Switches: LUXOMAT - Access Control: COMELIT IMMOTEC
Construction
Main Contractor / LPC
Material
Coatings / Flooring: CPF Compagnie Française Du Parquet - Tiling: SALONI Carpentry: Steel profiles: EDAC - Locks: VACHETTE, FOUSSIER - Doors: BLOCFER, ROZIERE, KEYOR, ECLISSE - Closet Doors: SOGAL: Mirrors: RECROSIO
Typology
Residential › Housing
SHV 17 is a residence nested within the elegant row housing at Marigona Hill, one of the Prishtina’s most prestigious neighborhoods. While the house shares the exterior architectural language of its surrounding, the interiors are thoughtfully tailored to reflect the lifestyle of the family.
Project name
SHV 17 - MARIGONA HILL
Location
Prishtina, Kosovo
Principal architect
Adelina Tahiri Nela, Valdete Pacolli
Design team
Adelina Tahiri Nela, Valdete Pacolli
Supervision
Adelina Tahiri Nela
Construction
Marigona Hill
Material
Wood, glass, mirror
Client
Eronita & Granit Doshlaku
Typology
Residential › House
Zane Carter Architects proudly unveils Ripple House, a sculptural expression of fluidity and connection, inspired by the graceful, ever-changing dance of water droplets. This lyrical concept ripples through every detail of the home, creating an immersive, ever-evolving experience of space, light, and materiality.
Project name
Ripple House
Architecture firm
Zane Carter Architects
Location
Brighton Le Sands NSW, Australia
Photography
Archphoto – Andreas Bommert
Principal architect
Sam Alawie
Interior design
Sam Alawie, Zane Carter Architects
Built area
190 m² per dwelling
Site area
311 m² per dwelling
Civil engineer
Sydney Structural and Civil Engineering
Structural engineer
CSY Engineering
Landscape
Studio Botanica
Lighting
Zane Carter Architects
Supervision
Zane Carter Architects
Tools used
AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop
Construction
Qudo Projects
Material
Materials: o Aluminium Screen – A defining feature of the home, the screen is crafted from laser-cut aluminium metal with a custom-designed pattern. This allows for dynamic light play, while also providing privacy and shading, adding both functionality and sculptural beauty to the façade. o Rendered Finishes – The exterior incorporates render and stone cladding, creating a clean, monolithic, and elegant façade that emphasizes the home’s bold yet minimalist aesthetic. o Venetian Plaster – A standout element, Venetian plaster is used at the entryway and on the front door, creating an earthy, cave-like entrance with a concealed door for a seamless look. This textured plaster finish continues throughout the home in transitional spaces and feature walls, adding depth and warmth to the interiors. o Glass & Skylights – Expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing and skylights maximize natural light, enhancing the home’s open and airy feel while fostering a strong connection between the interior and exterior. Bronze color-backed glass introduces a subtle textural contrast, adding a sense of luxury and refinement while mirroring the shimmering effect of water—tying back to the home's concept. o Natural Stone – Calacatta marble, known for its striking veining and timeless elegance, is used in key areas such as the kitchen, bar, and bathroom vanities, elevating the sense of sophistication and luxury. o Porcelain Tiles – Throughout the home, porcelain tiles mimic the look of natural stone, offering a sustainable and antimicrobial alternative while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic. o Timber Elements – Rich natural oak is used in cabinetry and upstairs flooring, introducing warmth and contrast against the otherwise minimalist surfaces. The organic texture of timber softens the overall aesthetic, creating a sense of inviting comfort. o Brushed Metal Accents – Fixtures and finishes in brushed brass and bronze add subtle sophistication, complementing the modern aesthetic and reinforcing the warm, luxurious undertones of the design
Budget
$1.8million ($900,000 per dwelling)
Client
Zane Carter Developments
Typology
Residential › House, Residencial, Attached Dual Occupancy (Strata Titled)
Xuan, a graduate of Cornell University's Architecture program, joined Ennead Architects in 2022, an architecture firm renowned for its transformative architecture within the public realm.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
Photography
Courtesy of Ennead Architects
