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Aziz House Residential Building

Sarah Harhash Residential Building Architecture Friday, 5 June 2026

Aziz House

Aziz House is a family rest house in Buraydah, Saudi Arabia. The residence is designed to suit its desert setting, using passive cooling, natural ventilation and shading for comfort. The form draws on Cycladic massing, Najdi geometric patterns and Moroccan clay tones. Facades are finished with Tadelakt, a natural lime plaster that is hand applied, compressed and polished to a waterproof sheen, then sealed with olive oil soap. Breeze blocks provide privacy and filtered light. The site area is 3740 square meters and the total floor area is 1180 square meters.

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Naturale Phuket Luxury Pool Villa

Roongrote Chongsujipan Luxury Pool Villa Architecture Thursday, 4 June 2026

Naturale Phuket

Naturale Phuket combines sustainable luxury with modern tropical design, informed by consumer research to meet specific needs. Emphasizing material safety, these villas are family oriented and universally designed for enhanced safety and family bonding. The project promotes sustainability by using locally sourced materials, reducing environmental impact while supporting local communities. Each villa features open spaces and natural ventilation, creating an inviting atmosphere that fosters relaxation and connection among family members.

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Ruman Origin Farmstead Architecture

Xinyao Han Architecture Architecture Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Ruman Origin Farmstead

Ruman Origin Farmstead is a rural building complex located in a rice paddy field on the edge of Chengdu. The farmstead has three courtyards. The first courtyard is a wooden reception space built in the traditional manner of Western Sichuan. The second courtyard holds a restaurant and a multifunctional space. The third courtyard is an independent dwelling with solar panels, ground source heat pumps, rammed earth facades and double layer doors and windows. The total construction area is 1200 square meters.

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DUSITANON Residence

Phaithaya Banchakitikun Residence Architecture Tuesday, 2 June 2026

DUSITANON

Baan Dusitanon is a four-story residence with a mezzanine level, located in a busy urban area. The building is enveloped by a facade of vertically aligned and gently twisted louvers made of high-strength aluminum. The louvers screen the interior from outside views while keeping the city visible from within. The facade also acts as a thermal buffer and frames planted areas between the screen and the walls. Each floor places semi-private living areas at the front and bedrooms at the rear. A double-height living space on the fourth floor opens toward the cityscape.

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Amazon Bus Station

Fernando Andrade Bus Station Architecture Monday, 1 June 2026

Amazon

The facility, designed beyond its vocation as an urban hub, acts as an operator that brings people together and connects them; it reduces mobility time, which increases the reliability of the transportation system. Its naturally lit central module makes the space more welcoming and facilitates decision making about routes. The glass facade reflects the surroundings, creating a dynamic fusion of movements, shapes and colors that enrich the internal experience. As a climate strategy, roof mounted cross ventilation was adopted, inspired by the rich Amazonian architecture.

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Secrets and Impression Moxche Hotel

Luis Enrique Macedo Ramirez Hotel Architecture Sunday, 31 May 2026

Secrets and Impression Moxche

Secrets and Impression Moxche redefine luxury in the Riviera Maya, blending modern design with cultural heritage across 140,000 square meters. The project integrates cenote inspired pools, rooftop infinity pools, and a man made beach pool, enhancing immersion in nature's beauty. Locally sourced materials and a solstice based layout connect architecture with its environment. Sustainable features include natural ventilation, energy efficient systems, and rainwater conservation, showcasing eco conscious principles. Moxche harmonizes architecture and nature, setting a new standard for hospitality.

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