BW House, An Urban Sanctuary with Tropical Modern Style
The concept of BW House is an urban sanctuary, as the house is located in a dense urban area, yet still able to maximise open spaces, openings and greeneries in every corner.
EUREKA Coffee & Kitchen Stands Out with Floating Appearance in A Dense Neighbourhood
EUREKA Coffee & Kitchen is a communal space located at a dense neighbourhood in Bandung. The building stands out architecturally with a floating look.
Interior Designer, More Than Just A Decorator
When it comes to creating a beautiful and neat space arrangement, an interior designer is the right person for the job. Their role is more than just that of a decorator.
Architectural Intelligence 2024: AIA International Conference Concludes in Hong Kong
The AIA International Conference 2024, held from October 23rd to 27th, brought together a vibrant mix of architects, designers, and thought leaders in Hong Kong, all united under the theme "Architectural Intelligence." Hosted by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this year’s conference took place at The Henderson, a stunning architectural marvel designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, providing a breathtaking backdrop for discussions on the future of architecture.
2024 AIA Hong Kong Honors & Awards
Attention architects! The submission deadline for the 2024 AIA Hong Kong Honors & Awards is approaching fast—August 14th. Don’t miss this chance to showcase your exceptional work and gain recognition in the architectural community.
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When talking about accommodation in a holiday destination like Bali, the spotlights are typically on the luxury, the eco-friendliness, or the cultural elements. On the other end however, more hostels and similar accommodation catering adventurers and budget travellers are getting better than just a place to sleep. Moreover, in the era of experiential travel, budget and space limitations are no longer an excuse for hospitality businesses not to provide immersive and local vibes that many travellers seek today.
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Around the world countries are grappling with the COVID-19 outbreak, and in Asia, local governments have put measures in place to curb the spread. Hong Kong was impacted early on and issued a quarantine order on 8 February 2020. Singapore was quick in detecting and responding to the cases and has been thorough in regulating its spatial use since then. Malaysia has issued a Movement Control Order since March 2020. Indonesia has recently followed suit with its Government Regulation Number 21 Year 2020 about Large-Scale Social Distancing to regulate localised movement.
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Bukan Ruang is a multifunctional cafe that is designed to be flexible and compact. Occupying a space formerly used as a gym, this café accommodates events and artworks, aside from operating as a coffeeshop.
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In Singapore, it is not unusual to see rows of heritage shophouses transformed into boutique hotels, be it for backpackers or luxury travellers. Most of these hotels, however, were renovated with the approach to restore or uplift the shophouses’ original exterior as well as the interior, resulting in the ubiquitous, predictable impression when staying at one of these properties.
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PG Colomadu was established in 1861 during the era of Sultan Mangkunegara IV. In 1998, PTPN-IX as the manager closed the mill and left the non-functioning building. The plant, which is more than 100 years old, is considered to have a vital function when it was still operating. Accounting for its history, it is not surprising that PG Colomadu becomes one of the most important cultural heritage buildings in Karanganyar, Central Java.
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4 YEARS AGO
Archify mencoba menghubungi beberapa arsitek dan desainer interior, menanyakan respons mereka menghadapi pandemik. Beberapa arsitek dan desainer interior memberi pendapat, kesan, maupun pesan untuk sesama praktisi sebagai berikut.
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Located at the centre of Surabaya, Pb House by kantorgg is a renovation project of a 100-year-old mansion. The façade of Pb House has the characteristics of colonial architecture as the main feature and historical value of the building that need to be retained. However, considering the homeowner’s needs and lifestyle, the renovation of Pb House has resulted in a contemporary living space while still taking into account the original shape and style.
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In the northeastern part of Kuala Lumpur, real estate development with semi-detached houses were the norm for some twenty years ago. Although houses were built with quite a spacious outdoor area for each lot, the division of the outdoor and indoor area were apparent. Eleena Jamil Architect had the chance to renovate one of these units and create better connection of the house interior with its surrounding.
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Andra Matin, an Indonesian architect whose work has just been shortlisted in the 2019 Aga Khan Awards, is a prominent figure not only among practitioners in the industry but also among the general public. His works are very diverse and spread in various regions in Indonesia. They are often put in the spotlight by both architectural media and the mass media.
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4 YEARS AGO
Jakarta, 7 Maret 2020 — Universitas Tarumanagara mengadakan seminar arsitektur Architalk 0.1 yang terbuka khususnya bagi para mahasiswa arsitektur. Mengangkat tema “Urban Space to Commingle for Millenials”, seminar ini diadakan untuk mendiskusikan pentingnya ruang sosial di tengah kota bagi kaum milenial. Mengundang beberapa arsitek yang fokus di bidang perkotaan, seminar ini sekaligus menjadi kesempatan untuk mendiskusikan Jakarta yang kini juga terus berbenah.
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Located in Kuala Lumpur, Bina Warehouse is an established kitchen and bathroom supplier with business history of more than 45 years. One of its galleries, exclusively displaying kitchenware, is housed in a four-row, five-storey building that has undergone a major renovation recently.
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Pada acara ARCH:ID yang berlangsung dari 27-29 Februari 2020, Jayaboard berkolaborasi dengan Alien Design Consultant, Samsung, AMX, dan Vega untuk pengerjaan instalasi yang diberi judul Beyond the Ceiling. Instalasi ini mengisi tapak pameran berbentuk L, dengan naungan meliuk yang menjadi bidang pantul permainan lampu sehingga suasana terasa dinamis setiap saat.