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【ADF Web Magazine】“French Kitsch III”, a French Patisserie in Thailand by TOUCH Architect

A design studio TOUCH Architect unveiled a French patisserie "French Kitsch III". Apart from being a specialized French patisserie, the owner’s love for French bulldogs also comes as brand identity, portraying a playful yet elegant image to the cafe. The design aims to enhance this image together with the concept of ‘Kitsch’, a form of art that appreciates imperfection through architecture elements and materials, which refers to an imperfect shape of ‘croissant’.

【ADF Web Magazine】The Architecture Masterprize 2024 is now open for entries

A stunning selection of interior designs from around the world are revealed as the 2024 Inside World Festival of Interiors Shortlist is announced. Inside is the sister festival of the World Architecture Festival (WAF), the world’s biggest live architectural awards program, celebrating the very best in interior design. Both Inside and WAF finalists will present their projects to a panel of judges live at the international festival in Singapore.

【ADF Web Magazine】Inside 2024 Shortlist Celebrates Stunning Interior Designs from Around the World

A stunning selection of interior designs from around the world are revealed as the 2024 Inside World Festival of Interiors Shortlist is announced. Inside is the sister festival of the World Architecture Festival (WAF), the world’s biggest live architectural awards program, celebrating the very best in interior design. Both Inside and WAF finalists will present their projects to a panel of judges live at the international festival in Singapore.

【ADF Web Magazine】“Living Place Copenhagen” Wins Multiple 2024 Architizer A+ Awards

The Living Places Copenhagen project has been selected by the jury as the 2024 Architizer A+Awards winner in the Sustainable Private House category, as well as the Popular Choice winner in the Architecture+Innovation category, voted by the public. The “Sustainable Private House” category awards private housing projects that incorporate sustainable systems and materials, and follow best practices within ethical design, construction, and operation. The “Architecture+Innovation” category is dedicated to projects that unlock new ways to build, including incorporating new, experimental, or unconventional design concepts and materials, or that rethink traditional approaches in pioneering ways. Both awards testify to the importance of the Living Places project on the global architecture scene.

【ADF Web Magazine】A Thai Cafe that Combines Architecture and Nature: Harudot by IDIN Architects

IDIN Architects unveiled "Harudot", a stand-alone café in Chonburi, a famous beachside town in Thailand. This cafe is a result of a collaboration between the Nana Coffee Roasters brand owner and the landlord who has a particular interest in plants with unique forms. The name “Haru” translates to “Spring” in Japanese, referring to a “new beginning” and “growth” while “Dot” symbolizes a “starting point”.

【ADF Web Magazine】Portuguese Architecture Firm Openbook Wins Architizer A+ Award International for the Ritz Pool Bar Projec

The Portuguese architecture office Openbook won the Architizer A+Awards International Prize in the Bars and Cellars category for a project of the Ritz Pool Bar at the Ritz Four Seasons Hotel Lisbon. The Ritz Pool Bar in Lisbon is an integral part of the project to renovate the terrace and galleries of the Ritz Four Seasons Hotel Lisbon. It's a project developed under the premise of respecting the existing architectural design of the building, as well as its significant historical, heritage, and architectural value.

Shinion, Moonlight by GFD Studio

Located in Hangzhou, Shinion · Moonlight unfolds its unique design philosophy and architectural aesthetics in the fusion of modernity and classicism, offering a peaceful haven away from the urban hustle and bustle. Embracing both urban prosperity and nature, it presents a harmonious living environment secluded from the clamor, simple and tranquil.

【ADF Web Magazine】“Living Place Copenhagen” Wins Multiple 2024 Architizer A+ Awards

The Living Places Copenhagen project has been selected by the jury as the 2024 Architizer A+Awards winner in the Sustainable Private House category, as well as the Popular Choice winner in the Architecture+Innovation category, voted by the public. The “Sustainable Private House” category awards private housing projects that incorporate sustainable systems and materials, and follow best practices within ethical design, construction, and operation. The “Architecture+Innovation” category is dedicated to projects that unlock new ways to build, including incorporating new, experimental, or unconventional design concepts and materials, or that rethink traditional approaches in pioneering ways. Both awards testify to the importance of the Living Places project on the global architecture scene.

【ADF Web Magazine】Ethereal Presence at K3, Kukje Gallery in Seoul

Founded in 1982 by Lee Hyun Sook, Kukje Gallery in Seoul, South Korea has established itself as a key promoter of Korean Dansaekhwa art and a platform for international contemporary artists like Alexander Calder and Jean-Michel Othoniel. The gallery's K3 building, designed by New York-based SO-IL, stands out with its ethereal architecture featuring a stainless steel chainmail mesh facade. This design, crafted with 510,000 individually welded rings, blends modern innovation with traditional craftsmanship, creating a smooth, light, and flexible outer layer that complements the gallery's surroundings near the Gyeongbokgung historic palace. The K3 building, completed in 2012, reflects Kukje Gallery's commitment to architectural excellence and its role in integrating contemporary art into Seoul's rich cultural landscape.

【ADF Web Magazine】Dong‘an Lake Sports Park Bridge designed by Atelier-Sizhou

The Dong‘an Lake Sports Park Bridge for the Chengdu FISU World University Games was the Jury winner in the Transportation Infrastructure category of the 2024 12th Architizer A+Awards. The founders of Atelier-Sizhou, Xianshu Jin and Jia Liu, take us on a design journey to Chengdu as they rethink the role of bridges in dense cities and reimagine the relationship between design and the user experience.

UAD designed Villagers' Home in Wanghu Village

In the context of rural revitalization, the construction of public spaces in rural areas is being extensively advocated. Many renewal practices, however, overlook the unique living environment and regional characteristics of rural areas, neglect the exploration of local village culture and the social aspect of public spaces. This had led to the destruction of the original state of the villages, the erasure of their historical memory, and ultimately the loss of precious indigenous cultural resources in rural areas.

Image: Perspective along the river © Zhao Qiang

Art Gallery/Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in July 2024

We feature the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in July 2024. In addition to the schedule of events, we will provide you with detailed information, such as the works on display. Before your visit, please check each museum's website for the current opening hours.

Get Ready for ARCHIDEX 2024

ARCHIDEX, Malaysia's largest architecture exhibition, will be held for the 23rd consecutive year from July 3-6 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center and is poised to transform the industry with the latest innovations and cutting-edge technologies. NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) is supporting the event as one of its media partners.

【ADF Web Magazine】Padovani Arquitetos Unveils Vacation Home “Valencia House” in the Brazilian Countryside

To meet the demands and program established by the client, Padovani Arquitetos completed a vacation home that reflects the need for spacious and welcoming areas to host friends and family. Emphasis was placed on the harmonious integration between indoor and outdoor spaces, creating an atmosphere of seamless and enjoyable socializing. Comprising seven suites, the house offers the comfort and privacy necessary for guests. Additionally, essential recreational areas were incorporated, such as a pool for relaxation, and a gym for physical activities. The project aims to blend functionality, aesthetics, and comfort, fully meeting the client's expectations and needs.

【ADF Web Magazine】Elkus Manfredi Architects designed 55 H Street NW in Georgetown University Student Residences

Working in collaboration with Georgetown University, the building architect RAMSA, and student housing developer American Campus Communities, Elkus Manfredi Architects designed the interior spaces of the new Georgetown University Student Residences at 55 H Street NW.