Architect Amelia Tavella gives new life to the only thermal spa in the Mediterranean. Located on the shores of the Étang de Thau, the future spa combines the atmosphere of ancient thermal baths with perfect integration into the local geology. The new thermal baths will feature over 3,000 m² dedicated to wellness treatments.
Project name
O'balia Thermal Spa
Architecture firm
Amelia Tavella
Location
Étang de Thau, France
Principal architect
Amelia Tavella
Built area
3,100 m² gross floor area + 4,000 m² landscaped park
Collaborators
Writer: Nina Bouraoui
Client
City of Balaruc-les-Bains, France
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Healthcare › Thermal Spa
New homeowners of a historic 1910 Craftsman-style home sought to transform their 2,491-square-foot house by updating it for contemporary living, while adding a rental facility to the property (ADU - Accessory Dwelling Unit).
Architecture firm
Wittman Estes
Location
Seattle, Washington, USA
Principal architect
Matt Wittman, Jody Estes
Design team
Matt Wittman, AIA. Jody Estes, Mariana Gutheim, Alex Hale
Interior design
Wittman Estes
Structural engineer
J Welch Engineering
Typology
Residential › House
he idea of a laboratory stems from the vision of a space focused on emotions and creating academic experiences based on new learning models. Education has taken a significant leap in recent years, adapting to the needs of a constantly changing world.
Location
Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico
Architecture firm
Iñaqui Ponce
Principal architect
Iñaqui Ponce
Interior design
Iñaqui Ponce
Tools used
AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop
Client
Universidad de Cuautitlán Izcalli
Embracing the sustainable concept of harmonious coexistence with nature, ARC'TERYX, the high-end outdoor apparel brand originated from Vancouver's Coast Mountains, has launched its first ski field-based ReBIRD Service Center at Songhua Lake in Jilin Province.
Project name
ReBIRD™ Service Center
Architecture firm
ARC'TERYX, STILL YOUNG
Location
Songhua Lake, Jilin Province, China
Photography
Yuuuun Studio
Typology
Commercial › Store
The efficiency of shower panels is undeniable. However, proper installation is key to unlocking the full benefits of these bathroom modifications.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
: Imagine stepping into a park where architecture and nature seamlessly blend, creating an immersive experience that inspires, rejuvenates, and connects people with their surroundings. A futuristic public space where innovation and sustainability come together to redefine urban living—this is the vision of tomorrow’s parks.
Project name
The Future of Public Spaces
Architecture firm
Mind Design
Tools used
Autodesk Maya, Unreal Engine, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Miroslav Naskov
Design team
Miroslav Naskov, David Richman, Jan Wilk, Michelle Naskov, Igor Starostyuk, Polina Shpolskaia, Pavlo Shlapak, Aleksandra Bibikova,Dmitriy Savosh, Nikolay Bodurov
Typology
Park › Landscape Architecture
The Nightingale Square project is a harmonious blend of timeless design and modern sensibility, crafted to complement its environment while creating a striking, functional space. During the meeting, the design team emphasised their goal of making a lasting impact through thoughtful architecture that balances innovation and tradition.
Project name
Nightingale Square
Architecture firm
Locus Design
Location
South London, United Kingdom
Principal architect
James Cooper
Design team
James Cooper, Melanie David de Sauzea
Interior design
Locus Design (James & Melanie)
Structural engineer
Form Structural Design
Environmental & MEP
Stephen Baverstock
Lighting
Locus Design in collaboration with Delta light, John Cullen
Tools used
Bentley Microstation, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop
Material
Handmade brick extension with high performance double glazed metal sliding doors/windows, oak timber floor and oak glulam roof structure. Quartzite stone to kitchen areas. Larch cladding on Garden studio and Larch decking to external terrace areas
Typology
Residential › House, - London Terraced House
La Volte Restaurant is located in the business center of Samara, Russia. The restaurant specializes in French cuisine and offers guests a comfort food format — clear and simple food for all meals. It was founded by a group of like-minded people from Yaroslavl and Nizhny Novgorod. The interior designers Polina Kachinskaya and Ekaterina Petrova.
Project name
La Volte Restaurant
Architecture firm
Re.dis Interiors
Location
Samara, Russian Federation
Photography
Daria Kopylova, Dima Ptitsyn
Design team
Polina Kachinskaya, Ekaterina Petrova
Collaborators
Stylist by Daria Kopylova
Material
stainless steel, oak veneer, engineered wood, acrylic stone
Tools used
Canon R, Adobe Lightroom
Client
Restaurant La Volte
Typology
Hospitality › Restaurant
A tiny extension; just big enough for a dining room table has created a new layout of family spaces where the whole family can eat, relax and play together. The extension utilises simple architectural devices to connect the original house and garden. The project enhances the sense of space and light, with bespoke joinery connecting different areas.
Architecture firm
MW Architects
Location
South London, UK
Photography
French + Tye, MW Architects
Principal architect
Matthew Wood
Interior design
MW Architects
Built area
26 m² (Before: 19 m², After: 26 m²)
Structural engineer
Brimstone Engineering
Supervision
MW Architects
Construction
E&C Design and Build
Material
Blue engineering bricks, bespoke ply joinery, glazing with frameless corners, herringbone-wood floors, exposed steel lattice roof
Typology
Residential › House, Extension
The Public Works Operations Building serves as the heart of Salem, Oregon, a hub designed to keep the city’s infrastructure running smoothly. Supporting the Public Works Department, Engineering, and Administration staff, the building is essential for maintaining the city’s operations, ensuring that employees have the resources and environment.
Project name
City of Salem Shops Public Works
Location
Salem, Oregon, USA
Photography
Josh Partee (interior), Lewis Williams (exterior)
Design team
Design Principal: David Keltner. Principal-in-Charge: Laura Klinger. Project Manager: Jen Dzienis. Project Architect: Daniel Childs. Architectural Design Team: Caitie Vanhauer. Architectural Design Team: Caleb Couch. Architectural Design Team: Kirsten Heming. Architectural Design Team: Marissa Sant. Architectural Design Team: Sarah Post-Holmberg. Sr. Interior Designer: Sarah Weber. Interior Designer: Anya Norcross. Interior Designer: Mayumi Nakazato. Interior Designer: Van Stanek
Collaborators
Owner’s Rep: Compass Project Solutions
Civil engineer
Westech Engineering, Inc.
Environmental & MEP
Mechanical & Plumbing Engineer: Mazzetti
Landscape
Ground Workshop LLC
Construction
Howard S Wright Construction
Material
Concrete, Wood, Glass, Metal
Typology
Commercial Architecture › Office Building