Author: Jayakrishnan Ranjit

The doubly-curved roof and latticed structural membranes knit by integrating advanced systems and human inputs, shape the next evolutionary step to sustainable construction. HiLo presents the attractive architecture woven by the combination of energy-resource saving construction and execution. Hilo designed atop Empa’s and Eawag’s NEST research and innovation building implemented by ETH Zurich’s Block Research Group and the Architecture and Building Systems Group in collaboration with many industrial partners take the giant leap of sustainable creations.

It’s a calm oasis immersed within a grove of trees! Cambridge Mosque draws inspiration from local architecture and traditional Islamic principles conceived and designed by Marks Barfield Architects. The building echo geometric patterns of infinite symbolism defining a devout character. Injected as a landmark building to the Cambridge community, the mosque revels in weaving an experience for its devotees that truly reflect purity and serenity.

Architecture is a performance, an expression composed to elevate and enhance the drama it portrays. Duett Düsseldorf stands strikingly tall as two iconic towers – dancing. Designed by Snøhetta, the world-class opera house exposes a lavish and inviting setting. A generous public roof garden steps upon its podium, capturing magnificent views all around. The vision of Duett Düsseldorf promises to bestow the German city a new cultural epicenter.

Poetry predates written text, from ancient times it was sung, recited and orated to now being compiled to books and digital audio formats. UK Pavilion also known as Poem Pavilion visioned by the leading artist and designer Es Devlin at Expo 2020 Dubai, takes a leap at collectively bringing together the world. The design strikes as a conical giant wooden instrument, with each elemental part exhibiting words input by the visitors. Integrating advanced machine learning algorithm aids in generating the cumulative collective poem that illuminates upon the twenty-metre diameter facade.    Devlin, being the first woman designer of the UK…

Orbital presents a glorious vision of a contemporary garden folly designed by FUTUREFORMS. The design initiates on geometric exploration and material zeal. The concept ropes in organic flutes and curves from nature, along with the inspiration of giant robots and futuristic space vehicles.

2021: A Steam Odyssey by SCI-Arc design faculty and robotics researcher Soomeen Hahm in collaboration with Igor Pantic, a London-based architect and designer presents that unique way to build while you are immersed in augmented reality.

Urban Park Micro Renovation by Atelier cnS + School of Architecture, South China University of Technology presents a multitude of exhilarating wavy structures composed of bamboo. From early 2019, cn°S has been involved in projects like Changqi Bamboo Corridor and the Huanglong Waterfront Bamboo Corridor. By 2020, the firm got commissioned by the Beijiao Town Government and they designed two art installations in the Xianmo Flower Field Landscape Park.

Areuke Spa exposed as a tilted pyramid, designed by Chiasmus Partners garnishes in its limited space in a vibrant charisma. The building magnifies you, attracts you and holds your gaze upon an alley in an old residential area at the heart of Hongdae.

Audrey Irmas Pavilion, unveiled by OMA, elegant with a peculiar shift and tilt, harnesses the tradition and modern civic needs in an ingenious fad. The Audrey Irmas Pavilion for the Wilshire Boulevard Temple marks the first cultural building in the city of angels.

Atyrau Bridge exudes sheer craftsmanship and symbolism blended wondrously by New Moon Architects. Stretching 314 meters long and 10.5 meters wide, the Atyrau Bridge exposes an iconic charm in the historic city of Astaná, Kazakhstan. The bridge revels as an iconic architectural masterpiece set in contemporary Nur-Sultan. Designed by young local architects, it’s elated to become the most picturesque attraction in the historic city.