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Escalier Rokubancho / ETHNOS
The 300 Square Feet House / HnP Architects
Orcas House / Allied8
Itanhangá House / be.bo
Sjöparken Retreat / NORM Architects
Buildner’s Home of Shadows Competition: Winners of the Artificial Light-Free Home Challenge

Buildner has announced the results of its second annual Home of Shadows international architecture ideas competition. This competition series is designed to focus on the vital interplay between light and shadow in creating functional and inviting living spaces, highlighting the importance of natural light in home design, which is essential for creating comfortable, welcoming, and practical environments.
MVRDV Wins Competition for Badminton Training Center in China

MVRDV, in collaboration with Huayi Design, has been awarded the design contract for the Shenzhen Pingshan Sports Park in eastern Shenzhen, China. The sports park will feature a wide range of facilities, including an arena for badminton and other competitive sports, the new Chinese National Badminton Training Centre, and a National Fitness Centre, alongside various amenities for public use. Central to the project is the inclusion of 100 badminton courts, which also inspired the architectural design, particularly exemplified by the 240-meter-long roof shaped like a badminton racket head.
Campana del Rey Rum Bar / Buero Wagner
Practice Design Reveals India Autism Center as a Model of Inclusive and Accessible Design

The India Autism Center (IAC), situated in Sirakole, West Bengal, represents a new perspective in accessible design and inclusivity. Designed to meet the specific needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related conditions, the center embodies a comprehensive approach to neurodiverse living. Developed by Practice Design, an architectural firm based in Mumbai and Kolkata, the 52-acre project is expected to be completed by 2030. It aims to create a supportive community where individuals with autism can realize their full potential through a variety of tailored services.
Madhura House / Design Kacheri

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Architects: Design Kacheri
- Area: 4300 ft²
- Year: 2023
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Professionals: Sigma Consultants
House Northroy / True Story + Lloyd Hartley Architects

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Architects: Lloyd Hartley Architects, True Story
- Area: 142 m²
- Year: 2023
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Manufacturers: Artedomus, Brodware, Fibonacci , Kvadrat, Nubrik, +2
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Professionals: Ferne Built, Miniscape Projects
Schlotfeldt Residence / Omar Gandhi Architect

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Architects: Omar Gandhi Architect
- Year: 2021
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Professionals: Equilibrium Engineering
Zen House / Garrido Lizarraga Arquitectos

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Architects: Garrido Lizarraga Arquitectos
- Area: 400 m²
- Year: 2022
Stijn & Nele Hexagonal House / Atelier Vens Vanbelle

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Architects: Atelier Vens Vanbelle
- Area: 206 m²
- Year: 2023


























