CATEGORIES

An Impactful Yet Grounded Architecture

In Nusa Idaman, Johor, a suburban mosque trades iterative design norms for an impactful yet grounded architecture.

Analogue Vs. Digital

Probe the client but also be open to technology-led development in architecture. The two best practices this issue reveal an interesting contrast in approaches.

State Of Tranquility

Adorned with the same building material for both its exterior and interior, Times Group • MT TITLIS Club in Foshan, China evokes a minimalist aesthetic that is serene and comforting.

2020 Lexus RX - A Head-Turning SUV

The 2020 Lexus RX is a head-turning SUV because of its dynamic, elegant exterior.

THE EXPERIENCE DESIGNER

Tim Kobe is the Founder and CEO of Eight Inc., best known for conceptualising the original brick-and-mortar Apple Store. He shares the principles behind what drives his multi-disciplinary practice.

PUSHING BOUNDARIES

A steep slope and an irregularly-shaped plot in a residential neighbourhood provides A D Lab with an opportunity to explore a less predictable silhouette.

MATERIAL WORLD

The upcoming Heimtextil trade fair will present the newest fabric and textile innovations and inspirations.

Major Trends In Hospitality Design

Architects and designers weigh in on what is shaping the look and feel of where we live when we travel.

Hospitality Update

We check in to understand where the industry stands and is headed towards, and flesh out the implications for architects and designers.

Contemporary Palate

The architecture of W Dubai – the Palm Vies for attention with the well-designed quintet of f&b offerings in the hotel.

Tradition, Refreshed

RENOWNED INDONESIAN ARCHITECT POPO DANES REINTERPRETS A TYPICAL SUMBANESE VILLAGE FOR LELEWATU RESORT & SPA.

Stay Green

SUSTAINABILITY PRACTICES IN HOSPITALITY DESIGN MATTER IN A WORLD IMPACTED BY CLIMATE CHANGE.

Mexican Modernismo

Sordo Madaleno bring a modernist touch to the Baja Peninsula designed to encourage guests to slow down.

Circles Of Life

A round layout may not be every architect’s cup of tea, but when applied to this nursery school in Japan, it offers a number of advantages.

Barn Storming

Rekindling interest in its tobacco-curing heritage has helped a Chiang Mai project revitalise its fortunes.

Earthly Origin

The rubber seed becomes the design catalyst to one of the largest exhibition buildings in Southeast Asia.

Pixelated Architecture

An Israeli practice applies this design technique on a building envelope in an interesting and elegant way.

Warehouse Revival

The last conserved warehouse in Singapore now restored wonderfully with a brand new purpose, in true representation of the island’s culture, heritage and context.

The Sound Cave

Legendary Toyo Ito puts life into the National Taichung Theater as he anatomises the entire fluid structure and breathes soul into it.

Covered In Tradition

Rich tones and refined shades define this new wallpaper collection

Loo And Behold

Technology, elegance and functionality come together in a potent mix to create the Antheus collection from Villeroy & Boch.

Through The Ages

This bedroom collection is your sturdy companion through time

Spring Is Here

Welcome the new season with a green-themed selection of home accessories

A New Stone Age

A New Stone Age

The Fabric Of Wood

The new Herman Miller Shop-in-Shop at XTRA’s new flagship store at Marina Square, Singapore, is a massive and intriguing structure. Occupying a 20m long by 7m wide space, the continuous surface stretches across the entire site like a sail of tensile fabric, leading the viewer from the low 3m entrance to the lofty 8m glass curtain wall at the other end. Fascinatingly, this structure is made of plywood.

​Bringing Out The Best In Design

The best in interiors, design and architecture was once again on show at the exhibition halls of Nord du Villepinte on January 20 to 24 2017 for another season of MAISON&OBJET Paris. With 2,871 exhibitors showing off their latest designs and innovations spread across eight halls, the fair was one of the biggest platforms for industry professionals and buyers to see the latest offerings from established and independent designers from all over the world.

An Architect's Vision Come True

With the rise of exclusive wellness retreats and sublime spas, Jean-Michel Gathy, master architect of Aman Sveti Stefan, Montenegro; Amanyara, Turks and Caicos; and Aman Venice Italy shares his design inspiration behind the creation of environments of rejuvenation and relaxation.

City Within A City

Spanning three city blocks, Brickell City Centre will soon be home to more than 100 global and local retail brands, showcasing the best Miami has to offer – all in one landmark setting.

Made to Contain

Inspired by containers, a homestay finds its unique charm blushing the lush agronomic landscapes of Sekinchan.

Geometric Diorama

A sporty sense of playfulness wafts into a handsomely juxtaposed house, home to a well-known international sportsman.