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Guanyu Tao

Art Museum

Sunday, 23 November 2025

Yan

Yan Art Museum redefines the relationship between architecture and nature, serving as a cultural hub that celebrates local heritage. Nestled in the rugged landscape of Rushan, Shandong, its deconstructivist design draws inspiration from stony textures and flowing contours. The museum features water encircled plazas, artist studios, dynamic galleries, and performance spaces, all interconnected across levels. Textured concrete mimics natural stone, seamlessly integrating the structure with its surroundings while transforming the sloped terrain into functional pathways and plazas.

Hao Zhong

Mixed Use

Saturday, 22 November 2025

Spira Silva

The Spira Silva, in Williamsburg's redeveloped waterfront, envisions a vibrant, eco conscious future by integrating nature with urbanism. Unlike traditional timber buildings, the project utilizes twisted CLT panels for both aesthetics and efficiency. Interior spaces vary across floors, offering flexible configurations and adaptable layouts. The Spira Silva challenges conventional skyscraper design, fostering a welcoming atmosphere and promoting sustainable urban living.

Xiyao Wang

Mix Use Towers

Friday, 21 November 2025

Urban Symbiosis

Urban Symbiosis is a mixed use supertall development above the 7 Train station in New York City, integrating condos, serviced apartments, and offices. Celebrating the great underground, the subway entrance is placed at the center, offering natural light and 24/7 public access. The design optimizes energy loads by combining office and residential programs, reducing grid pressure. Unlike traditional vertical stacking, a horizontal split forms two towers, creating shared public spaces with amenities like restaurants, co-working areas, and gyms for constant interaction.

Ya-Yuan Design, Shanghefa Development

Congregate Housing

Thursday, 20 November 2025

Urban Clouds

Urban Clouds is a residential building located in an administrative and cultural district in Taiwan. The fifteen-storey structure stands on a site of 1,078 square meters, with a building area of 756 square meters. The roof uses a lattice design that turns the form of clouds into a two-dimensional pattern, developed with parametric methods. The facade combines a beam and column system with beige-gray marble, small glazed wall tiles and clear glass. A metal installation on the lobby ceiling represents the flow of wind and links the building with nature.

Wuxi Cheng Ao Real Estate Co., Ltd

Villa Residence

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Wave Mansion

Wave Mansion is a villa residence in Wuxi, Jiangsu, China. The design is inspired by the waves of Taihu Lake. Parametric modelling shapes seven gradient facades built with high-precision curved glass. Wide glass curtain walls and L-shaped corner balconies give panoramic views of the surroundings. The landscape is arranged as a system of three courtyards with water features and a cantilevered infinity pool. Each unit includes a private elevator and a basement. High-strength glass and steel were selected for durability and a refined appearance.

FTA Group

Digital Intelligence Center

Tuesday, 18 November 2025

Shanghai Cloud

Shanghai Cloud is a digital intelligence center located in the North Shanghai Hi-Tech Park in Shanghai. The complex consists of three towers with a total floor area of 270,000 square meters, and the tallest tower reaches 130 meters. Two towers are linked at the top by an aerial corridor spanning 63 meters. The project grows from the former Pengpu Machine Factory, where the original structure and the red brick facade were repaired and the roofs were replaced with metal and glass. Staggered cube volumes create terraces, sky gardens and outdoor courtyards.