On behalf of His Majesty the King, Ghanian-Scottish architect Lesley Lokko has been officially awarded the 2024 Royal Gold Medal for Architecture. Held at RIBA London headquarters, the medal was presented by RIBA President Muyiwa Oki, acknowledging Lokko’s dedication to promoting diverse perspectives in architectural practice and education. As the curator of the 2023 Venice Architecture Biennale, she has been working to explore the overlaps between architecture and race, while shifting focus to Africa and its diaspora in the industry.
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When Is Architectural Symbolism Hypocrisy?
This article was originally published on Common Edge.
Architecture mirrors the culture it is built from, while simultaneously aspiring to lead that culture. This is almost oxymoronic, since reflecting and projecting our values is an essential part of every human life, and architecture is exquisitely human. Our buildings embody us, with all of our mixed messages.
Glass Box / Rafael Pinoti Arquitetura
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Architects: Rafael Pinoti Arquitetura
- Area: 246 m²
- Year: 2023
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Manufacturers: Design Decor, Pormade, Portinari, Tarkett
Undept Coffee and Bar / Studio ELTM
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Architects: Studio ELTM
- Area: 251 m²
- Year: 2024
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Manufacturers: GRC system
Tangchang Zhanqi Core Area Space / REL ARCHITECTS
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Architects: REL ARCHITECTS
- Area: 42666 m²
- Year: 2022
Café goodly / MTT
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Architects: MTT
- Area: 201 m²
- Year: 2023
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Professionals: The Sup, NEMO FACTORY
SD28 House / Estudio GMARQ
Rendada House / Milcent Arquitetura
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Architects: Milcent Arquitetura
- Area: 2023 m²
- Year: 2023
Swiss Embassy Singapore / Berrel Kräutler Architekten
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Architects: Berrel Kräutler Architekten
- Area: 1500 m²
- Year: 2024
Amaka Hotel / AS Arquitectura + Quesnel arquitectos
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Architects: AS Arquitectura, Quesnel arquitectos
- Area: 1722 m²
- Year: 2019
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Manufacturers: Comex, Diamond Brite, Grupo Tenerife
Iron Wood House / Earth Lines Architects
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Architects: Earth Lines Architects
- Area: 470 m²
- Year: 2019
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Manufacturers: Dekkson Lock, Modena, PC Henderson, Toto
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Professionals: Bali Construction, Uluwatu Building Co
SO – IL Unveils Design for a Revitalized Arts Campus in the Detroit Marina
SO-IL, in partnership with Detroit’s Library Street Collective, has revealed the design for a new arts campus in the Stanton Yards marina on the Detroit River. The development includes the revitalization of a 110-year-old church, a defunct bakery, and a former industrial site, thus transforming the now-disused waterfront facility into a ‘dynamic cultural amenity.” The project aims to expand upon the program of the Little Village, a diverse arts neighborhood recognized for its cultural and artistic scene.
Shamalat Cultural Center / SYN Architects
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Architects: SYN Architects
- Area: 615 m²
- Year: 2022
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Professionals: Temco, AM Alissa Consulting Engineers
Celebrating Creativity: We Design Beirut Announces Program Featuring Activations and Exhibitions Across the City
We Design Beirut, Lebanon’s four-day design experience will take place from May 23-26, 2024. This multidisciplinary event aims to showcase and celebrate design and creativity through a varied program, including showcases, installations, talks, and workshops. Founded by Mariana Wehbe in collaboration with industrial designer Samer Alameen, the event seeks to foster a global conversation on design and sustainability through programs in the fields of interior design, architecture, furniture, product design, functional art, ceramics, and home accessories.
Slow But Better Café & Bakery / The Sup
Foshan Entrepreneur Building / CCDI
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Architects: CCDI
- Area: 157604 m²
- Year: 2023
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Professionals: Nantong four construction Group Co., LTD, CCDI