Architecture

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Brand: Nobuaki Miyashita Project Type: Office and Factory Tag: Architecture

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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Brand: Satoshi Kurosaki Project Type: Residence Tag: Architecture

Grace

Grace is a small timber framed residence for a family of three on a riverside lot on the outskirts of Tokyo. The house is designed for a work from home lifestyle. Storage, kitchen appliances and other functional features are built into the walls to enhance unity and continuity in the long, narrow space. Private rooms occupy the first floor, while the second floor is a single open room under a gable roof with exposed rafters and indirect lighting. A glazed front balcony with deep eaves forms a transition between work and leisure.

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Brand: Yuya Kimura Project Type: Head Office Tag: Architecture

Yamaha Corporation Headquarters

Yamaha Corporation Headquarters is an office building in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka, Japan. The twelve-story steel structure rests on a seismic isolation system and reaches a maximum height of about 59 meters. A symmetrical double-skin curtain wall stands on a stable podium and emphasizes verticality. A large overhanging volume at the lower level links the new building to the existing one and allows smooth movement. A pilotis space, a two-story atrium and a planted upper terrace support interaction. Ventilation windows provide natural airflow.

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Brand: Xiyao Wang Project Type: Mix Use Towers Tag: Architecture

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.

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Brand: Wuxi Cheng Ao Real Estate Co., Ltd Project Type: Villa Residence Tag: Architecture

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.

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Brand: FTA Group Project Type: Digital Intelligence Center Tag: Architecture

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.

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Brand: Islam Elsayed Project Type: Villa Architecture Tag: Architecture

Al Ghunayman

Harmonizing Nature and Architecture Experience Al Ghunayman Villa's unique blend of nature inspired design and architectural innovation. Unlike traditional structures, its organic flow and curved walls create a dynamic, fluid space. The sculptural façade with undulating curves enhances aesthetics while optimizing natural light and ventilation, redefining modern living with beauty and functionality. Discover a residence where every detail harmonizes with the natural world, inviting a serene and captivating living experience.

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Brand: Guanyu Tao Project Type: Art Museum Tag: Architecture

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.

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Brand: Kei Tamai Project Type: Housing Tag: Architecture

Yokohama Chigasakihigashi

Yokohama Chigasakihigashi is a detached house designed to connect daily life with the sky. Rooms and hallways surround a central courtyard, called a sky room, framed by simple white spaces. The flexible layout allows the courtyard to act as the focal point or to merge with the surrounding rooms, supporting several ways of living. Windows bring soft natural light inside, reducing the need for artificial lighting. The total floor area is 129.17 square meters. The design revives the traditional Japanese connection with nature.

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Brand: Pengfei He Project Type: Office Tag: Architecture

Xinhe Group HQ

Xinhe Group Headquarters is an office complex in Fuyang, Zhejiang Province. The site is surrounded by small hills and bordered by water on three sides. Six buildings of three to five floors are arranged along the lake and follow the terrain, which secures natural light and wide lake views for the office areas. The volume is divided into smaller parts and landscaped rather than built as one large block. The land was once a habitat for water birds, and their spread wings inspired the flying bird concept. Stone, wood, glass and metal are combined throughout.

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Brand: Hao Zhong Project Type: Mixed Use Tag: Architecture

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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Brand: QUAD studio Project Type: Architecture Tag: Architecture

Chengdu NBD Centre

Chengdu NBD Centre is a mixed use office and cultural complex in Chengdu, China. The project includes twin office towers of 120 metres, a podium and an underground level, with a total area of 171,650 square metres. The below ground retail level connects directly to adjacent metro lines and neighbouring plots. A large sunken civic plaza draws visitors to the ground level, where multi-level links lead to retail and cultural spaces within the podium. A breathing facade supports natural ventilation, and media LED panels are integrated into the facade surface.

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