ArchDaily | Broadcasting Architecture Worldwide https://www.archdaily.com/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://assets.adsttc.com/doodles/archdaily-logo-feedly.svg 026CB6 https://www.archdaily.com/1013322/understanding-the-rococo-style Tue, 20 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Helena Tourinho https://www.archdaily.com/1013322/understanding-the-rococo-style Any historiography of architecture is inherently implicated and incomplete by definition: implicated because it demonstrates the interpretation and curation of examples by the one who writes it, and incomplete because, in this selection, divergent examples often fall outside the "official" timeline. However, the ability to trace forms, their application, and repetition over historical periods separated by centuries is always a good indication of genealogy. This lineage situates examples and broadens repertoire.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1012947/the-rise-of-metal-blending-industrial-aesthetics-with-other-textures Wed, 07 Feb 2024 07:30:00 +0000 ArchDaily Team https://www.archdaily.com/1012947/the-rise-of-metal-blending-industrial-aesthetics-with-other-textures Often associated with an industrial aesthetic, metal has become more prevalent in residential and commercial architecture. Its reflective quality has broadened the scope of texture and color combinations, giving rise to a fresh aesthetic for interior design. Consequently, architects and designers increasingly incorporate metallic surfaces to define floors, benches, and other furniture elements, thereby defining spatial layouts and infusing them with a contemporary vibe. To inspire this trend, we explore various methods for incorporating aluminum or similar materials into your space.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1010930/how-to-hide-the-air-conditioning Thu, 28 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000 ArchDaily Team https://www.archdaily.com/1010930/how-to-hide-the-air-conditioning As temperatures rise, the demand for air conditioning is on the upswing. Recognizing its near indispensability in modern life, we seek more energy-efficient options in response to the climate crisis while considering how architects and designers can integrate these units discreetly into rooms. The challenge is to keep their primary function, cooling the environment, without drawing too much attention. In this context, we've compiled some tips on concealing air conditioning units to ensure a harmonious overall composition in the space.

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