Tag
A patio or courtyard is an outdoor area, typically paved and located adjacent to a building, used for recreational or dining purposes. In architecture, patios serve as an extension of indoor living space, allowing for a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor environments. They can vary in size and design, from small and intimate to large and grand, and can include features such as pergolas, fountains, and outdoor fireplaces. Patios are often designed to take advantage of natural light, provide shade, and offer scenic views.
At the heart of a Finnish farming town lies a building that evokes a unique blend of architectural grandeur and democratic humility—Säynätsalo’s Town Hall. Designed by the Finnish architect Alvar…
Continue reading
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 reading
Completed in 2020 by CPDA Arquitectos, Casa Jardin Escandón, situated at 19 Agricultura St. in the eclectic Escandón neighborhood of Mexico City, stands as a compelling mixed-use housing complex, emblematic…
Continue reading
Unveiling 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 reading
Andrés Casillas, the renowned Mexican architect, has established himself as a cult figure in Mexico’s architectural scene with his discreet strokes that evoke intimacy and wonder. At 89 years old,…
Continue reading
Completed in 2022 by OHLAB architects, the Can Santacilia restoration represents an elegant interplay of history and modernity in a residential project tucked away in the vibrant heart of Palma…
Continue reading
Nestled in Sengokubara, Japan, the exquisite timber house Villa, designed by renowned Japanese architect Shigeru Ban, boasts a harmonious square layout that thoughtfully integrates the surrounding natural environment. At the…
Continue reading
Completed in January 2022 by FGR Architects, the Courtyard Residence in Melbourne resembles a rectangular origami of concrete and glass.
Continue reading
Completed in 1502, Casa Mantegna (also called Casa Mantegna) was built in Mantua for the famous painter Andrea Mantegna. The revolutionary design consisted of an external cube containing a circular…
Continue reading
Completed in 1996 by Indian architect Charles Correa, the Vidhan Bhavan ( State Assembly), in the capital city of Bhopal, for the Government of Madhya Pradesh was commissioned in 1980…
Continue reading
To commemorate the 350 years since the foundation of the Zuisho-Ji Temple, Kengo Kuma was asked to renovate the temple and the priests’ quarters within the temple. The new addition…
Continue reading
Completed in 2020 by Studio Atelier Štěpán, the Internal Landscape Villa in Novy Jicin is a modern reinterpretation of a classical Greek atrium house.
Continue reading
Completed in 2018 by renowned architecture firm Kashef Chowdhury/URBANA, Friendship Hospital offers a revolutionary approach to healthcare design. Designed to prioritize patient comfort and well-being, the hospital is arranged around…
Continue reading
Completed in 2020 by ARCHSTUDIO, the Qishe Courtyard House is a renovation project located in a hutong within an old core quarter of Beijing. It’s a small Siheyuan (a traditional…
Continue reading
