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Terminal 2 Guwahati International Airport

Nuru Karim Guwahati International Airport Architecture Sunday, 27 September 2026

Terminal 2

Terminal 2 is an international airport terminal in Guwahati, Assam, India, planned to handle around thirteen million passengers each year. The architecture follows a Bamboo Orchid theme, with columns and suspended petals formed by bamboo poles coated with a flame retardant finish. Passive strategies such as solar optimization, high performance insulation and shading devices improve energy efficiency. Double height skylit interiors and an arrival forest bring daylight and greenery indoors. Self check in, fast baggage drop and electronic gates support a smooth passenger flow.

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L Company Guest House

KEIJI HARADA Guest House Architecture Saturday, 26 September 2026

L Company

This architectural and spatial design project was commissioned by L Company, a diversified enterprise active in hospitality, real estate, and lifestyle services. The project involved developing a guesthouse with a welcoming hall, meeting rooms, and accommodations. Each space was designed with attention to functionality and user experience, ensuring clarity, comfort, and ease of use. The spatial composition reflects a balanced approach, integrating practical needs with visual order. The layout creates a calm, efficient environment aligned with the company's philosophy and quality commitment.

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Stacked Crystal Form Office and Factory

Nobuaki Miyashita Office and Factory Architecture Friday, 25 September 2026

Stacked Crystal Form

Stacked Crystal Form is an office and factory building that brings head office and production functions together in one smart factory. The exterior is composed of layered rectangular volumes of varying thicknesses, inspired by stacked crystal chips. The same motif continues inside the building. Each floor is arranged around a central atrium, and a skylight brings natural light to every level, supporting openness and contact between workers. The line lighting follows the cutting angles of crystal chips. The building has five floors and a steel frame structure.

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Firstbank of Nigeria Headquarters

MZ Architects Headquarters Architecture Thursday, 24 September 2026

Firstbank of Nigeria

Firstbank of Nigeria is a corporate headquarters tower located in Eko Atlantic City, Lagos. The glass clad building rises 252 meters and offers 115,000 square meters of built-up area on a reclaimed shoreline. The slender form was shaped through wind studies and solar analysis to limit heat gain. High performance glazing and external shading create a climate responsive envelope suited to the tropical coastal setting. Smart building systems regulate light, temperature and energy use. Flexible office layouts and shared amenities support changing business needs.

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Villa 49 Residential House

Kris Lin Residential House Architecture Wednesday, 23 September 2026

Villa 49

Villa 49 is a renovation project that redefines residential living through the integration of water, light and landscape, transforming an ageing structure into a continuous system connecting architecture, interior and environment. A transparent pool introduces daylight into interior spaces while organising daily life around it. Through spatial continuity and material consistency, the project enhances functionality, improves living quality and strengthens the relationship between home and nature.

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Spira Silva Mixed Use

Hao Zhong Mixed Use Architecture Tuesday, 22 September 2026

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.

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Design Brand of the Day

Design Brand of the DaySpecial CoverageSunday, 20 September 2026

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