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Leibal — Putney Riverside

Putney Riverside is a conservation and extension project located in London, United Kingdom, designed by VATRAA. The architects approached this project with the precision of art restorers, embracing Article 12 of The Venice Charter as both constraint and catalyst. Rather…
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Artist Preserves Childhood Memories With Handmade Miniature Models of Historic Architecture

@adu.miniature.model Lost architecture reimagined in miniature. Let the past speak again!#miniaturemodel #model #miniature ♬ 原聲 – A Du Custom Miniature Models Miniature art has a unique way of capturing the imagination, transforming real-life spaces into tiny, handcrafted worlds rich with…
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A Sun-Drenched Greenery-Filled Home in the Heart of East London

Tucked away behind a veil of Victorian terrace homes in Walthamstow, East London, Catching Sun House emerges as a hidden oasis rooted in sustainability and biophilic design. Conceived and realized by architect Mark Shaw of Studioshaw as his personal residence,…
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Dreamy Animated Architectural “Sketches” Brought to Life with AI

Architecture studio EMUNARQ is known for its exceptional visualizations that bring creative concepts to life. While the firm typically publishes polished renderings of fully realized spaces, their new series is something quite different. Called Fluidity in Form, the renderings look…
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Leta Sobierajski Talks Giant Pandas, Sculptural Clothing + More

When Leta Sobierajski enrolled in college, she already knew what she was meant to do, and she didn’t settle for anything less. “When I went to school for graphic design, I really didn’t have a backup plan – it was…
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F5: Leta Sobierajski Talks Giant Pandas, Sculptural Clothing + More

When Leta Sobierajski enrolled in college, she already knew what she was meant to do, and she didn’t settle for anything less. “When I went to school for graphic design, I really didn’t have a backup plan – it was…
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Inside Michael Shannon’s Cozy Brooklyn Home | Open Door | Architectural Digest

Today, AD is welcomed by actor Michael Shannon to tour his cozy Brooklyn home inside a converted church. Instantly drawn to its warmth and intimate size, Shannon knew it was the perfect space for him and his two daughters. With…
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Leibal — House Between Two Rivers

House Between Two Rivers is a minimal home located in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, designed by Sebastián Mancera + Taller 3000. This is architecture as earth-holding, where hammered concrete retaining walls become the primary gesture. The material choice speaks to…
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Landscape Designer Answers Garden Questions From Instagram | Q&AD | Architectural Digest

Today on Architectural Digest, we’re joined by AD100 landscape designer Carlos Campos Morera of Geoponika to tackle your top plant and garden questions. Does talking to your plants actually do anything? How do you know which plants are safe for…
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A Backyard ADU in Silicon Valley Brings Japanese Tranquility

Designed by building Lab, this detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Silicon Valley was born from a family’s desire to create a place where tradition, design, and flexibility could coexist. The homeowners – a couple with roots stretching from India…
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Ridge House

Ridge House is a minimal home located in Upstate New York, designed by Worrell Yeung. The 128-foot gabled structure emerges from its Columbia County ridgeline like a contemporary interpretation of the vernacular barn, yet its board-formed concrete walls and expansive…
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Istanbul’s Iconic Hagia Sophia Undergoing Biggest Renovation in Its 1,500-Year History

Photo: rognar/Depositphotos Istanbul’s iconic Hagia Sophia is getting a makeover with a major renovation to its domes. The Turkish government announced the work in April, with experts stating that it’s one of the largest repair projects in the nearly 1,500-year-old…
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Margot Robbie’s Barbie Furniture

Margot Robbie kept a boardroom’s worth of chairs from the Barbie set and repurposed them in her LuckyChap offices. Feeling inspired? Subscribe to AD and get a free tote with your subscription! → https://bit.ly/4jBCUMl Still haven’t subscribed to Architectural Digest…
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Søren Hvalsøe Garde’s Houseboat Anchors in Copenhagen

In the heart of the Copenhagen Harbour, a two-story modern houseboat now floats serenely between the opera house and the revitalized Paper Island. This architectural feat belongs to Danish designer and craftsman Søren Hvalsøe Garde, founder of the esteemed design…
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Søren Hvalsøe Garde’s Modern Houseboat Anchors in Copenhagen

In the heart of the Copenhagen Harbour, a two-story modern houseboat now floats serenely between the opera house and the revitalized Paper Island. This architectural feat belongs to Danish designer and craftsman Søren Hvalsøe Garde, founder of the esteemed design…
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Hugo’s House

Hugo’s House is a minimal home located in Sydney, Australia, designed by Ian Moore Architects. The project’s genius lies in its material honesty. Where heritage guidelines might typically encourage mimicry, these designers embraced differentiation as a form of respect. The…
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The Orb on Google’s Campus Is a Living Algorithm in Architectural Form

Installations on corporate campuses are often more than just eye candy. They’re a preview of the company’s ethos, a physical expression of how they think and create. So it’s no surprise that Google’s latest architectural addition doesn’t just stand out…
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The Orb: A Living Algorithm in Architectural Form

Installations on corporate campuses are often more than just eye candy. They’re a preview of the company’s ethos, a physical expression of how they think and create. So it’s no surprise that Google’s latest architectural addition doesn’t just stand out…