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VIDEO: Jean Nouvel on Arabic Architecture, Context and Culture

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In this powerful interview, Jean Nouvel explains his relationship to Arabic architecture. Discussing his various projects in Arabic countries - such as his office tower in Doha or the Louvre Abu Dhabi - Nouvel discusses how he is influenced by and integrates the abstraction and geometry of traditional Islamic architecture into his modern designs. He also espouses a strong opinion on the understanding of context in architecture, saying: "I'm a contextual architect, but for me the context isn't only the site. It's above all a wider historical context - a cultural context... each time, building is trying to continue a history, and to take part in this history." His architecture, he says, is about listening: "The architect is not meant to impose his own values or his own sensitivities on such general plans." Video via Louisiana.

Maison de la Batellerie / Jean-Baptiste Lacoudre Architecture

Maison de la Batellerie / Jean-Baptiste Lacoudre Architecture - Restoration, Facade
Courtesy of Jean-Baptiste Lacoudre Architecture
Office buildings, Restoration
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Paris, France

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A Proposal to Turn Paris' Unused Metro Stations Into Parks, Pools, and More

We architects know full well the power of renderings to capture the imagination. Apparently - so too do politicians. Capitalizing on the popularity of adaptive reuse projects around the world (a trend instigated by the success of New York's High Line), French politician Nathalie Kosciusko-Morizet has made converting Paris' unused "ghost stations" a major part of her platform, promising that these projects will come to pass should she be elected mayor.

Dauphin / Felix de Montesquiou

Dauphin / Felix de Montesquiou - Interior Design, Facade, Arch, ArcadeDauphin / Felix de Montesquiou - Interior Design, Column, Door, LightingDauphin / Felix de Montesquiou - Interior Design, Lighting, Chair, TableDauphin / Felix de Montesquiou - Interior Design, Door, Facade, Arch, Column, Arcade, LightingDauphin / Felix de Montesquiou - More Images+ 8

Store, Interior Design
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Paris, France

Monde & Medias / TVK - Trévelo & Viger-Kohler + NP2F

Monde & Medias / TVK - Trévelo & Viger-Kohler + NP2F - Public Space, FacadeMonde & Medias / TVK - Trévelo & Viger-Kohler + NP2F - Public Space, BenchMonde & Medias / TVK - Trévelo & Viger-Kohler + NP2F - Public Space, FacadeMonde & Medias / TVK - Trévelo & Viger-Kohler + NP2F - Public Space, Garden, FacadeMonde & Medias / TVK - Trévelo & Viger-Kohler + NP2F - More Images+ 11

Public Space
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Paris, France

Day-Care And Young Workers Hostel / Avenier Cornejo Architectes + Chartier Dalix Architectes

Day-Care And Young Workers Hostel / Avenier Cornejo Architectes + Chartier Dalix Architectes - Kindergarten, Facade, HandrailDay-Care And Young Workers Hostel / Avenier Cornejo Architectes + Chartier Dalix Architectes - Kindergarten, FacadeDay-Care And Young Workers Hostel / Avenier Cornejo Architectes + Chartier Dalix Architectes - Kindergarten, Door, FacadeDay-Care And Young Workers Hostel / Avenier Cornejo Architectes + Chartier Dalix Architectes - Kindergarten, FacadeDay-Care And Young Workers Hostel / Avenier Cornejo Architectes + Chartier Dalix Architectes - More Images+ 29

Hostel, Kindergarten
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Paris, France

Marie Paradis Gymnasium / Explorations Architecture, Igrec Ingénierie

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Sports Architecture, gymnasium
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Paris, France

Pajol Sports Centre / Brisac Gonzalez

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gymnasium
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Paris, France
  • Architects: Brisac Gonzalez
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  4060 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2012
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Atika, Boen, NOUANSPORT
  • Professionals: Inex, VP & Green, Point d’Orgue, Terao

School Group and Student Housing / Atelier Phileas

School Group and Student Housing / Atelier Phileas - Interior Photography, Schools , Door, Table, ChairSchool Group and Student Housing / Atelier Phileas - Interior Photography, Schools , Bathroom, SinkSchool Group and Student Housing / Atelier Phileas - Exterior Photography, Schools School Group and Student Housing / Atelier Phileas - Schools School Group and Student Housing / Atelier Phileas - More Images+ 19

Schools
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Paris, France

Tete in L'air / KOZ Architectes

Tete in L'air / KOZ Architectes - Social Housing, Door, Facade, Arch, ChairTete in L'air / KOZ Architectes - Social Housing, Facade, Door, Column, ArchTete in L'air / KOZ Architectes - Social Housing, FacadeTete in L'air / KOZ Architectes - Social Housing, FacadeTete in L'air / KOZ Architectes - More Images+ 19

Social Housing
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Paris, France
  • Architects: KOZ Architectes
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  2102 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2013

LEGO® Architecture Landmark Series: The Eiffel Tower

LEGO® has announced the architecture series’ newest addition: The Eiffel Tower (La tour Eiffel). Named after its engineer, Gustave Eiffel, the famous lattice structure is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. Built on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France, to serve as the entrance to the 1889 World’s Fair, The Eiffel Tower was the tallest structure in the world until 1930, and remains the tallest structure in Paris. More than 5,000 detailed drawings were required to assemble the 1063-foot tower’s 18,038 iron parts, which took just over two years to complete.

Transformation d'un Atelier en Loft / NZI Architectes

Transformation d'un Atelier en Loft / NZI Architectes - Houses, Facade, Door, Chair, TableTransformation d'un Atelier en Loft / NZI Architectes - Houses, Garden, Door, Facade, Balcony, ChairTransformation d'un Atelier en Loft / NZI Architectes - Houses, Door, Handrail, Table, Chair, BenchTransformation d'un Atelier en Loft / NZI Architectes - Houses, Kitchen, Beam, Countertop, Sink, Lighting, Table, ChairTransformation d'un Atelier en Loft / NZI Architectes - More Images+ 7

Houses
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Paris, France
  • Architects: NZI Architectes
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  50 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2012

Origami / Manuelle Gautrand Architecture

Origami / Manuelle Gautrand Architecture - Offices, FacadeOrigami / Manuelle Gautrand Architecture - Offices, Door, Column, Balcony, Table, ChairOrigami / Manuelle Gautrand Architecture - Offices, FacadeOrigami / Manuelle Gautrand Architecture - Offices, FacadeOrigami / Manuelle Gautrand Architecture - More Images+ 14

Offices
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Paris, France
  • Architects: Manuelle Gautrand Architecture
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  5800 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2011
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Dip-Tech

Paris New-York Restaurant / CUT Architectures

Paris New-York Restaurant / CUT Architectures - Interior Design, Facade, Arch, BenchParis New-York Restaurant / CUT Architectures - Interior Design, Lighting, Chair, TableParis New-York Restaurant / CUT Architectures - Interior Design, Facade, Chair, TableParis New-York Restaurant / CUT Architectures - Interior Design, Door, Table, ChairParis New-York Restaurant / CUT Architectures - More Images+ 19

Restaurant, Interior Design
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Paris, France
  • Architects: CUT Architectures
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  90 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2012

Chelles Multimedia Library / Atelier Novembre Architecture

Chelles Multimedia Library / Atelier Novembre Architecture - Library, Facade
© Luc Boegly
Library
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Paris, France

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The New Clignancourt Centre / gpaa

The New Clignancourt Centre / gpaa - University, Courtyard, Facade, Door
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University
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Paris, France
  • Architects: gaëlle péneau architectes associés
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  20212 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2013
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Muebles Cook

The New Clignancourt Centre / gpaa - University, FacadeThe New Clignancourt Centre / gpaa - University, ChairThe New Clignancourt Centre / gpaa - University, Facade, CityscapeThe New Clignancourt Centre / gpaa - University, FacadeThe New Clignancourt Centre / gpaa - More Images+ 34

Novancia Business School / Architecture-Studio

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Higher Education
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Paris, France
  • Architects: architecturestudio
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  17721 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2011

Re-inventing Shoes Workshop at AAtelier Paris

The AA (Architectural Association) is one of the world’s most renowned Schools of Architecture. It offers twice a year, since 2011, AAtelier: a 10-day highly international AA visiting school in Paris. What makes this course unique in the world today is its crossover approach between architecture and fashion.