The Shanghai International Design Center designed by Lompreta Nolte Arquitetos, Nanda Eskes Arquitetura & Architecture for Humanity is located in Yangpu, China. The new complex consists of a structure divided into green superimposed terraces, which will host, amongst others things: a hotel, a museum, a library, commercial and office spaces. The landmark building is represented [...]
Situated in Chicago, United States, Poetry Foundation Now Open was designed by John Ronan Architects. Sited on a corner in Chicago’s River North neighbourhood, the building blurs the distinction between building and landscape, between indoor and outdoor space. Visitors enter through an eroded corner that reveals a garden space within. This garden is an urban [...]
The National Maritime Museum designed by C. F. Møller Architects & Purcell Miller Tritton is located in London, United Kingdom. This lengthy project was ignited five years ago with a ‘worthy but perhaps rather unexciting’ brief to extend the existing Museum’s archive and retrieval system, and was spurred on by the appointment of Dr Kevin [...]
The Newcastle City Library designed by Ryder Architecture is located in Newcastle, United Kingdom. A building to ‘delight and inspire’ was the guiding principle. The library combines performance and beauty. It is environmentally responsible, inclusive and fun – a ‘living room for the city’. The library provides a model for C21 library facilities, including access [...]
The The Seattle Public Library – South Park Branch designed by Johnston Architects pllc is located in Seattle, United States. The community’s vibrant spirit served as the inspiration for the design. The exterior courtyard or “plaza” welcomes the public and serves as an open gathering space. The fluid floor plan, abundant natural light and lucid [...]