Le Gabriel, a housing project in Saint-Jory by TAA (Taillandier Architectes Associés), bridges the gap between the historic village and the commercial area through a sensitive urban and architectural approach. Inspired by traditional housing layouts, the project uses vernacular forms, modest building heights, and consistent materials to create a cohesive, pedestrian-friendly, and vibrant new town gateway.
Reconstruction of the Křižík Pavilions by Výstaviště Praha focuses on blending history with modern functionality. Featuring a clean industrial aesthetic, the project transforms the exhibition spaces for diverse uses while introducing green roofs. The new design supports sustainability, reduces heat, and creates vibrant public areas for rest, culture, and community activities in the heart of Prague.
Výstaviště Praha is a Prague-based architecture practice founded in 2015 by architect and artist Michal Brix.
‘The Responsive City’ is an architecture thesis by Emine Simsek and Emir Saydam from the ‘Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc)’ that seeks to design a resilient, multi-functional community center that adapts to both everyday use and emergency situations. Rooted in the context of the Watts neighbourhood, the project aims to foster resilience through flexible design, layered programming, and strong social connections. More than a building, it will serve as an evolving space for community care, interaction, and growth.
Sunner Museum by Atelier Alter Architects redefines the relationship between architecture and nature by blending seamlessly into the mountainous landscape of Fujian. Inspired by the Wuyi Mountains, its undulating roofs and folded concrete façade echo the surrounding terrain. Serving as both an exhibition space and public space, the museum showcases modern agriculture while promoting environmental symbiosis and sustainability.
CREA-PR by OSPA Arquitetura & Urbanismo, developed through a national public architecture competition, proposes a sustainable and efficient institutional building. Designed by architects Carolina Souza Pinto, Jean Grivot, and Lucas Obino, the headquarters optimizes the use of its site within legal parameters while integrating environmental strategies to ensure functionality and responsible design.
More Than Meets the Eye, a home interior by No Architects, reimagines the potential of an average-sized city apartment by treating all spaces—functional and transitional—as equally valuable. Through thoughtful layout and integrated design solutions, the apartment is transformed into a highly efficient, flexible, and generous living space that offers the comfort and complexity of a family house within a compact footprint.
‘Water Edges: Navigating Inequity & Dilemmas Related To Urban Water’ is an architecture thesis by Dweep Jain from the ‘L.S. Raheja School of Architecture’ that seeks to revitalise the Godavari riverscape into a resilient, inclusive, and adaptive public space where nature, people, and heritage coexist harmoniously. By prioritizing climate-responsive strategies, the design fosters adaptability, supporting human life and ecology. Beyond conservation, the proposal offers a sustainable, equitable framework that responds to diverse contexts, creating a vibrant riverside environment.
Z-House, designed by AYK Architects, explores the balance between formal clarity and sensory experience through light, shadow, and geometry. Raised above street level, its linear form responds to site topography and maximizes natural light and ventilation. A restrained material palette of concrete and rough white render emphasizes texture and tactility, creating a quiet dialogue between architecture and landscape.
Li Coco Showroom, an interior design project by bnb Design, reflects a bold reinterpretation of fashion as self-expression. Centered around the striking “Magic Box” concept, the space blends geometric forms, vibrant colors, and layered materials to create an immersive, design-forward environment. It stands as both a retail space and cultural landmark, celebrating individuality and urban street style.
bnb Design, a practice founded by designer Liu Feng, is devoted to the design and construction of high-quality residential and commercial spaces. As a design-oriented company, they advocate the originality of designs, the relationship between human and space, emphasizing the sense of experience and interaction, following the ascent and changes of life tracks, and providing customized owners with high-quality ideas and floor plans.
‘Fragments: Lines In Motion’ is an architecture thesis by Julian Matiz Pardo from the ‘Facultad de Arquitectura y Diseño – Universidad de los Andes’ that seeks to transform an industrial site of extraction into a space for ecological and cultural renewal. The project proposes an architecture that engages the senses and responds to the environment’s constant flux. It reinterprets the waterline, transforming it into a path for reconnecting the community with nature, a catalyst for artisanal activities, and a means of fostering a renewed relationship with the horizon.
Bestsecret, an office interior by HENN, translates the brand’s curated luxury identity into a refined, modern workspace. The interior design mirrors the platform’s digital elegance through minimalism, contrasting textures, and a neutral palette. The space combines industrial elements with warm, tactile materials, creating a cohesive environment that reflects the brand’s aesthetic and the needs of its employees.
XO Residence by 3dor Concepts is a modern minimalist home that blends industrial aesthetics with tropical living. The design emphasizes clean lines, open spaces, and exposed materials like steel and glass, creating a bold yet functional environment. Set within a lush context, the residence integrates nature through an open-plan layout and large windows, achieving harmony between the built form and its surroundings.
CRYSTAL, a 29-story office building designed by SAKO Architects, focuses on maximizing space and light within a compact, high-density footprint. Natural light permeates the entire structure through a central atrium that is vertically layered and lit by strategically placed “cracks” in the façade. This minimalist, glass-wrapped structure blends functional clarity with sculptural elegance, creating a futuristic and dynamic presence.
The Hip Seng Seafood Hot Pot Restaurant by AD Architecture is an interior design project that centers on achieving a balance between cost-efficiency and visual sophistication. By optimizing spatial layout and integrating modern, business-friendly aesthetics, the design responds to the challenges of Hong Kong’s dense urban context while conveying the brand’s upscale identity and enhancing the overall dining experience.
Cascading Terraces, a residence by Arch.lab, explores the idea of culturally rooted domesticity through spatial continuity, expanded thresholds, and material honesty. Featuring in-between spaces and a sunlit courtyard, the design connects all levels while anchoring family activities on the ground floor. With integrated elements and regional materials, the house embraces sufficiency, movement, and quiet connection over excess.
Arch.lab is a design studio that aims to explore and question traditional notions in architecture and design through experimental approaches. The team tries to challenge the existing perceptions of the built environment and engage with simplicity and minimalism. Most of their projects are the result of extensive research and design ideology, involving innovative materials, construction practices, and digital fabrication.
The Shengjergj Retreat Center by Commonsense Studio is designed to foster deep connection—with nature, the self, and others—through grounded living, intimate shared spaces, and fully integrating with the landscape. Guided by principles of simplicity, warmth, and sustainability, the retreat encourages a communal and conscious way of inhabiting space while being rooted in tradition and respecting its natural surroundings.
S-Oasis by Architectkidd is a mixed-use high-rise in Bangkok designed to integrate work and urban life through a cohesive interior concept. Using robust materials, dynamic forms, and generous spatial volumes, the interior design enhances tactile and visual experiences. It fosters strong connections between interior and exterior, creating a seamless, engaging environment within the vibrant urban context.
House of Skye by Studio Motley transforms a bare apartment shell into a richly layered, handcrafted space that balances playfulness with elegance. Using materiality and color to differentiate private and common spaces, the interior design blends wood, terrazzo, and fabric to create a tactile, cohesive environment. From flooring to custom furniture, every element celebrates craftsmanship and thoughtful spatial expression.
Archidiaries is excited to share the Project of the Week – Datta Vihara Shrine | Karan Darda Architects. Along with this, the weekly highlight contains a few of the best projects, published throughout the week. These selected projects represent the best content curated and shared by the team at ArchiDiaries.
Thira, a residence by Nestcraft Architecture, is inspired by the spirit of Theyyam, a vibrant ritual art of North Malabar where divinity blends with daily life. Reflecting this cultural depth, the residence blends traditional materials and warm color palettes to create an experience rooted in place and meaning. Through thoughtful spatial planning and elemental textures, the home serves as a modern tribute to this timeless tradition.
Akshara Vinyasa, designed by AD Studio 9, redefines the urban workspace as a verdant oasis, using biophilic design to create a naturally cooler, sensory-rich environment. By integrating natural materials, passive cooling techniques, and lush greenery, the office design promotes well-being, creativity, and sustainability while seamlessly blending nature with the built environment.
