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2015 Architecture was marked by a focus on sustainable and environmentally conscious design, with an emphasis on creating buildings that are energy-efficient and environmentally friendly. There was also continued interest in modernist and minimalist design, with buildings featuring clean lines, open spaces, and minimal use of ornamentation. Additionally, the year saw the rise of new technologies and materials being integrated into architectural design, such as 3D printing and the use of advanced composites.
Kuberget II, “The Barn,” is a small residential building on Flakstadoya in Lofoten that reoccupies the footprint of a former farm barn, replacing its agricultural use with a compact dwelling…
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Designed by Tadao Ando, the Pulitzer Arts Foundation in St. Louis is an introverted museum of cast-in-place concrete and glass that organizes a measured sequence of galleries around a water…
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A living façade of multi-species ivy envelopes the contemporary hotel within the historic Tsinandali Estate in Kakheti, Georgia. Designed as a mediating layer between the museum grounds and the new…
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Located in Midtown Manhattan, 432 Park Avenue is a prominent figure in the evolution of supertall residential towers. Completed in 2015, this 1,396-foot-high building by Rafael Viñoly Architects asserts a…
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Located within the steep terrain of Caviano, Switzerland, the concrete residence by Wespi de Meuron Romeo Architects emerges not as a gesture of dominance but as a measured act of…
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The relocation of the Whitney Museum of American Art from Marcel Breuer’s iconic Madison Avenue building to its new home in Manhattan’s Meatpacking District marks a significant moment in the…
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Opened in 2015, The Broad, located on Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles, was founded by philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad. In a city known for its cultural diversity and…
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Constructed from 2010 to 2015, the Antivilla, conceived by Brandlhuber+Emde, Burlon, presents a pioneering approach to blending living and studio spaces. In a cost-effective move, the project opted for a…
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The Parish Church in Pueblo Serena, designed by the renowned Moneo Brock Studio, is a contemporary interpretation of classical church architecture. Its design is deeply rooted in traditional concepts, drawing…
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Nestled atop a hill overlooking the Zicatela beach in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico, sits a unique weekend retreat: The Zicatela House. Completed in 2015 and designed by Ludwig Godefroy, this…
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Completed in 2015, the Shizuoka Gymnasium is an architectural marvel designed by renowned Japanese architect Hiroshi Naito. Located in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, this four-level sports facility showcases the beauty and…
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Zaha Hadid, renowned for her innovative and futuristic designs, completed the Wangjing SOHO Towers project in 2015, located in China. This project features a trio of curved towers masterfully designed…
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The Museum Fort Vechten, designed by Studio Anne Holtrop, was completed in 2015 and is a unique underground structure that perfectly follows the eroded topographic contours of the site. With…
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Built with a limited budget, Hat H is a house designed by Japanese Architects Jun Igarashi for a single-family in Engaru, a residential district in Hokkaido. A small entity volume…
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