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Glass in architecture refers to the use of transparent or translucent material, typically made of silica, as building material for windows, walls, and skylights. Glass provides natural light and views, improves energy efficiency, and enhances the aesthetic appearance of a building. In modern architecture, advancements in glass technology have allowed for the creation of various types of glass with different properties, including tempered, laminated, and low-emissivity glass. Glass has become an essential component in the design of many contemporary buildings and is widely used for its functional and aesthetic benefits.
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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The 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…
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Maison de Verre, or the Glass House, is a unique residence located in Paris, France. Conceived by Pierre Chareau and Bernard Bijvoet in the early 20th century, it serves as…
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The exquisite photographic reportage of the Mudam, Luxembourg’s Contemporary Art Museum, is captivatingly portrayed by the skillful lens of Michael Nguyen, enriched further by the analysis of Thanh Tung. The…
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Mies van der Rohe’s Lake Shore Drive Apartments have been a memorable icon of Chicago’s architectural landscape since their completion in 1951. Synonymous with Modernist design, these twin residential towers…
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Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona Pavilion is a seminal piece in the canon of modernist architecture. Commissioned by the German government for the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona, the Pavilion…
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Completed in 2016 by the renowned Herzog & de Meuron architects, the Elbphilharmonie is an architectural masterpiece situated at thHamburg’sction of Hamburg’s historic Hanseatic hub and the flourishing HafenCity. This…
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In 2019, AMAA – Collaborative Architecture Office For Research And Development – completed the project that rejuvenated the previously dilapidated Officine Pellizzari e figli industrial site. The project includes a…
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The Neutra VDL Studio and Residence is a prime example of mid-century modernist architecture designed by architect Richard Neutra. Located in the heart of Silver Lake, Los Angeles, this building…
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The Achioté Villa, completed in 2022 by Formafatal Architects, is a pioneering project in Costa Rica featuring “rammed earth” construction. The two minimalist villas, available for short-term rentals, sit atop…
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The Glass House is a renowned architectural landmark designed by Philip Johnson, located in New Canaan, Connecticut. It is considered a masterpiece of the International Style. Its innovative use of…
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Exchanges between sculpture and architecture are always challenging and productive. The Berned House in Madrid, property of the sculptor Arturo Berned and designed by himself and his near collaborator, the…
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A reconstruction of a historical monument that brings a contemporary architectural shape. AARH studio connected a technical-style glass and concrete tower to the originally Baroque monastery on Hybernská Street. The…
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House NA, an architectural masterpiece in Tokyo, is the creation of renowned Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto. This unique residential structure has a distinctive design that minimally uses walls and presents…
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