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Unfinished House / David Brodsky + Alexander Brodsky

Pilar Caballero — Tue, 05 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000

«Transforming, using what already exists. It means accurately observing from the inside and as close as possible, understanding, being curious, being attentive to the places, to the trees, to the people. It means looking positively, with optimism, and taking advantage of that which is already there as an opportunity and additional value.» Anne Lacaton, "Reinvent," November Conferences at Polytecnico di Milano, December 2013.

Seturi Studio / Pito Seturi

Hadir Al Koshta — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Seturi Studio is a hybrid living and working space in Tbilisi, located within a historic building originally constructed by German settlers more than 100 years ago. The project reinterprets the traditional artist's studio through adaptive reuse, merging domestic life and creative production within a unified architectural framework.

Unit 20 / studio2AM

Hadir Al Koshta — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Unit 20, located in the heart of Mtatsminda, continues a series of projects that reconsider what it means to design for the contemporary rental market and, in this case, within historically charged contexts. Housed in a residential building of significant urban and cultural value—officially recognized as a heritage monument—the project engages in a careful dialogue between past and present.

Inverted House / TIMM

Hadir Al Koshta — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000

This single-family residence in Okrokana reinterprets the fence-dominated suburban fabric of Tbilisi through an inward-looking typology, transforming the house itself into a protective perimeter that generates light, privacy, and spatial generosity from within.

The Telegraph Hotel / Neri&Hu Design and Research Office

Valeria Silva — Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The former Telegraph Building in Tbilisi is a monumental piece of Georgia's Soviet-era heritage. Designed in the 1960s by architects Lado Alexi-Meskhishvili and Teimuraz Mikashavidze and completed in the 1970s, this Brutalist landmark was awarded the State Prize of Georgia in 1983 along with the architects. Once serving as the city's central post office and telegraph office, it was more than just an infrastructural hub, but also a nerve center for communication and a vital civic space where the community gathered, making it a powerful symbol of connection and public life.

Remembering Frank Gehry and Looking Toward Architecture in 2026: This Week’s Review

Antonia Piñeiro — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:30:00 +0000

This week's news reflects architecture's simultaneous engagement with cultural reflection, professional legacy, and the material realities of building cities. The passing of Frank Gehry prompted a broader reassessment of late 20th- and early 21st-century architectural practice, while Shigeru Ban's selection as the recipient of the 2026 AIA Gold Medal brought renewed attention to socially driven design and the profession's public responsibilities. These milestones unfolded alongside wider conversations sparked by Human Rights Day, examining architecture's role in equity, housing access, and safety worldwide, and forward-looking discussions setting the architectural agenda for 2026 through major international events and cultural programs. At the scale of the built environment, these themes are echoed in three projects shaping future urban conditions: Powerhouse Company's transformation of a former limestone quarry into a mixed-use neighbourhood in Bærum, near Oslo; the groundbreaking of Riverside Wharf, a hospitality-led development contributing to the regeneration of Miami's River District; and Foster + Partners' approved retrofit of 1 St James's Square in London, focused on structural retention and long-term urban resilience.

Ubani Publishes First Volume of the Guide to Tbilisi Districts, Focusing on Kala

Reyyan Dogan — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:30:00 +0000

Ubani — Tbilisi Cityscape Research Center has released "Kala," the first publication in its new Guide to Tbilisi Districts series, offering an in-depth look at one of the Georgian capital's oldest urban areas. As a non-profit organization dedicated to researching and promoting Tbilisi's architectural heritage and landscape, Ubani develops public programs, exhibitions, workshops, and events aimed at making the city's built environment more widely understood. This inaugural guidebook continues that broader mission, situating Kala within the long-term evolution of Tbilisi's urban fabric.

Apartment in the Center of Tbilisi / Numero Design Studio

Hadir Al Koshta — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

This private residence is a thoughtful collaboration, fully tailored to the owner's unique personality, tastes, and lifestyle. From the outset, our studio approached this project not simply as designing an interior but as crafting a space that translates the essence of its inhabitant into architectural form.

Detached House in Tskneti / Wunderwerk

Hadir Al Koshta — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000

For centuries, the mountainous belt around Tbilisi has acted as the city's natural filter and refuge. Among these elevations, Tskneti stands out - situated on the eastern slope of the Trialeti Range, where the dense urban grid dissolves into oak and pine forests. Historically perceived as a place of escape, Tskneti offered an alternative to the noise of Tbilisi, a setting where architecture mediated coexistence with nature.

Lisi Garden House / Architects of Invention

Hadir Al Koshta — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Abstract - The seven-storey building is conceived as a notionally modular structure, with all components—but not every full module—constructed offsite. This represents a significant innovation within Georgian architecture, where offsite construction remains emergent.

From Bangkok to Florence: 6 Unbuilt Public Space Projects Rethinking Community, Ecology, and Urban Identity

Nour Fakharany — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Public spaces remain some of the most dynamic sites for unbuilt architectural experimentation, revealing how cities and architects can imagine accessibility, gathering, and civic identity. In this curated Unbuilt edition, submitted by the ArchDaily community, the selected proposals examine parks, pedestrian corridors, cultural landscapes, and open-access urban environments that invite people to meet, move, rest, and participate in collective life. Rather than treating public space as leftover terrain, these projects position it as essential infrastructure—shaping urban health, memory, and social interaction.

Private House in Tskneti / NS Studio

Valeria Silva — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The design approach seems to focus on creating a seamless integration between the interior and exterior spaces, with an emphasis on spatial fluidity and visual continuity. The elongated plan of the residence likely informed the layout, fostering a sense of openness while minimizing abrupt divisions between functional zones. The use of neutral tones for the background palette effectively establishes a restrained architectural canvas, allowing for the functional compositions to be articulated through the juxtaposition of contrasting textures, colors, and materials.

Apartment 31 / NS Studio

Valeria Silva — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The Tbilisi apartment is designed to offer a balance of comfort, aesthetic sophistication, and adaptability. Spanning 170 m², the goal was to create a space where the overall design serves as a versatile backdrop, allowing the apartment to shift in character depending on the residents' needs and moods. This is achieved through a carefully chosen combination of materials, colors, and furnishings that can easily be updated or changed, giving the space both functional and visual flexibility.

Birdsnest House / TIMM

Hadir Al Koshta — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0000

TIMM Architecture has transformed an old attic into a bright contemporary apartment, offering vistas of the historic town on one side and framing the majestic mountain on the other. The interior scenography is characterized by a pristine white palette, which guides visitors towards the focal point: a wooden-clad dining area that serves as a visual frame to the outside world.

Zaha Hadid Architects Unveils Cityzen Tower in Tbilisi, Georgia

Nour Fakharany — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:30:00 +0000

Zaha Hadid Architects has just revealed the design for Cityzen Tower, a 42-story high-rise set to become a landmark in Tbilisi, Georgia. Positioned in the Saburtalo district, the tower is part of the Cityzen development, a new civic hub integrating residential, commercial, and public spaces. Designed as a vertical extension of Tbilisi's new Central Park, the tower will bring together urban living and nature through cascading terraces and green spaces.

The European Prize for Urban Public Space 2024 Reveals 10 Finalists

Maria-Cristina Florian — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 06:30:00 +0000

The Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB) has announced the finalists for the European Prize for Urban Public Space 2024. Selected from a total of 297 projects corresponding to 35 European countries, the 2024 edition nominates 5 finalists in the General category, promoting quality public spaces throughout the European territory, and 5 in the Seafronts category, addressing coastal cities' climate vulnerabilities. The European Prize for Urban Public Space is an honorary biennial competition aiming to highlight best practices and innovations in the creation, transformation, and recovery of public spaces in European cities.

Terracotta Pavilion House / Laboratory of Architecture #3

Andreas Luco — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Navigating mountainous topography, our architectural pursuit led to crafting a pavilion-style residence on a leveled expanse, basking in abundant southern sunlight. This dwelling rests upon a purpose-built, straight stage, overcoming challenges through economical land redistribution and terrain modifications. Clad between light columns in a contrasting hue, the house harmonizes with its surroundings.

Zzip Honey Shop / Laboratory of Architecture #3

Andreas Luco — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 16:00:00 +0000

The small sizes don't deny placing big things. In just 60 m², the main element of the interior is an oversized disc, on which different types of honey are represented.