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2017 saw the completion of remarkable architectural works that combined cutting-edge technology with a deep respect for cultural context and environmental stewardship. Projects from this year span museums, residential towers, educational facilities, and public infrastructure, highlighting a global design landscape shaped by sustainable architecture and innovative use of materials such as concrete and wood.
Yangshuo Sugarhouse Hotel by Vector Architects converts a disused 1960s sugar mill in Guangxi into a hotel complex in which preserved industrial structures, new guest accommodation, water courts, and framed…
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V4 House is a rural residence in Nghi Loc that reframes northern Vietnamese domestic archetypes through a contemporary geometric order. An elliptical canopy organizes living around four cardinal stone walls,…
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The Clay Pavilion, completed in 2017 by Álvaro Siza in collaboration with J. Alfonso Quiñones of BAAQ’, is a subtle yet powerful intervention within the lush coastal landscape of Puerto…
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Since the 1920s, Cape Town’s iconic grain silo has served as a functional industrial landmark, storing and grading corn across South Africa. After its decommissioning in the 1990s, the Victoria…
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Designed by Jean Nouvel, the Louvre Abu Dhabi is a modern architectural icon that blends tradition and innovation. As a “museum city” on the sea, its white, low-lying buildings reflect…
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The COAF Smart Center, designed by Paul Kaloustian Architects, is a pioneering model for delivering superior and regionally relevant educational, social, economic, and community programs in rural areas. It emphasizes technology, sustainability,…
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In the contemporary urban tapestry, where the architectural ensemble often risks succumbing to uniformity, Corpo Atelier’s “Between Two White Walls” project emerges as a narrative of introspection and serenity. Drawing…
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Located along the winding ridgelines of the quaint township of Fish Creek, Australia, the Fish Creek House is a remarkable example of architectural innovation and environmental consciousness. This project, designed…
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CASA CIELO is not just a house; it’s a thoughtful interplay between nature and architectural design. Created by COA arquitectura the project is situated in Tlajomulco de Zúñiga, Jalisco. Nestled…
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Solo House, designed by the Belgian architecture firm OFFICE Kersten Geers David Van Severen, represents a remarkable dialogue between architecture and nature. This unique holiday home is one of twelve…
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Completed in 2017 by Foster + Partners, Bloomberg’s European headquarters is located in the heart of the City of London. Skillfully blending modern design principles with a profound respect for…
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Completed in 2017, the Tianjin Binhai Library stands as an architectural epitome of innovation, brought to life through the collective brilliance of MVRDV and the Tianjin Urban Planning and Design…
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Nestled in the quaint town of Ullastret, Girona, lies an architectural gem that brilliantly fuses tradition with innovation. House 1413, conceived by HARQUITECTES, is a project inspired by a timeless…
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In 2017, Barozzi Veiga completed the design of a wine cellar and a guest house for the Guerrieri Rizzardi family in Bardolino, Italy. Both projects use podiums to reveal a…
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