The Amsterdam Orphanage by Aldo van Eyck: Post-War Architecture
Built in 1960, the Amsterdam Orphanage, designed by Aldo van Eyck, is a seminal project that goes beyond its function as a shelter for children. It is also a profound…
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In architecture, concrete is a highly versatile, robust, and flexible material made from a combination of cement, coarse and fine aggregates, and water. It is used in various structural systems due to its incredible strength and durability, including foundations, walls, floors, and ceilings. Concrete’s moldability allows it to take on almost any shape, facilitating unique and complex architectural designs. Additionally, it can be treated to display different finishes or textures, contributing not only to a building’s structure but also to its aesthetic appeal. Its attributes of thermal mass and fire resistance further enhance its architectural utility. Despite its common association with modern and brutalist architecture, concrete’s adaptability ensures its relevance in a broad spectrum of architectural styles.
Built in 1960, the Amsterdam Orphanage, designed by Aldo van Eyck, is a seminal project that goes beyond its function as a shelter for children. It is also a profound…
Continue readingThe Hedmark Museum in Hamar, Norway, stands as an icon of post-war Nordic architecture. Designed by the Pritzker Prize-winning architect Sverre Fehn, the museum offers a rich tapestry of old…
Continue readingThe Museu de Arte de São Paulo (MASP), conceived by the Brazilian-Italian architect Lina Bo Bardi between 1957 and 1968, stands as a remarkable piece of architecture on Avenida Paulista…
Continue readingCompleted in 2021 and situated in the heart of Helsinki, the Vuosaari Heat Pump Building represents an eco-conscious triumph by Virkkunen & Co Architects Ltd. This state-of-the-art facility not only…
Continue readingThe Espai Verd dwellings in Valencia, Spain, designed in 1991 by CSPT Arquitectos in collaboration with Antonio Cortés Arquitecto, stand as a remarkable residential building. This innovative structure is not…
Continue readingCompleted in 2004 by architectural firm Foster + Partners, 30 St Mary Axe, affectionately known as “The Gherkin,” stands as a distinctive landmark in London, England. As London’s first ecological…
Continue readingThe Palenque Mezcal Milagrito by Ambrosi Etchegaray in Oaxaca, Mexico, beautifully melds traditional mezcal-making practices with modern exportation standards. Focused around the earth oven that has been in the same…
Continue readingGottfried Böhm, a renowned German architect, brought a new dynamism to architectural design with his distinctive style that sought to enrich the human experience. A testament to his talent is…
Continue readingFinalized in 2019 by S-AR Architects, the Cosmos House stands as a testament to innovative residential design. Situated near the tranquil Puerto Escondido, along the picturesque Oaxacan Pacific coastline of…
Continue readingUnveiled in 2023 by TETRO Architecture, The Café House gracefully resides in the lush Cerrado region, embedded in the rich, heartland tapestry of Minas Gerais. This region, celebrated for its…
Continue readingCompleted in 2020 by the renowned ELASTICOFarm, the S-LAB complex, nestled within the National Institute of Nuclear Physics (Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare) in Turin, Italy, exemplifies a unique fusion…
Continue readingUnveiling a masterstroke in architecture and a testament to collaborative artistic vision, the Casa Wabi Foundation has opened a new exhibition space at Sabino 336, Mexico City. This space, the…
Continue readingThe Fenwick St project by Edition Office finds itself on the Birrarung/Yarra River’s significant edge near Yarra Bend Park. This location, with northern vistas extending to the valley and immediate…
Continue readingCompleted in 2023 by Taller David Dana, Casa Madre stands on the urban outskirts of Mexico City. This single-family home integrates with its sloping terrain, developing an architectural structure that…
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