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Design

A Gaming Executive Said "Build Me a Crystal House." This Is What 7,300 sq. ft. of Pure Glass Looks Like - Yanko Design

Renovation

Islington House / Architecture for London + Hamish Vincent Design

Renovation

Six-Grid House in Osaka / Atelier 405

LA real estate

2 weeks ago

Real House / HK Associates Inc

Real House transforms an introverted site into a family home that captures dramatic views of the Sonoran Desert and Santa Catalina mountains.

First look inside the new V&A East Museum

A new architecturally distinctive V&A building in East London features a sculptural design inspired by fashion and Japanese concepts of space.

14 hours ago

Renovation

TT Houses / PJV Arquitetura

A Gaming Executive Said "Build Me a Crystal House." This Is What 7,300 sq. ft. of Pure Glass Looks Like - Yanko Design

Glass architecture creates a unique interplay of presence and absence, exemplified by F-House's all-glass design that challenges conventional residential norms.

Islington House / Architecture for London + Hamish Vincent Design

A Neo Georgian home in Islington was chosen for its open-plan potential and aesthetic appeal, avoiding constraints of a typical listed townhouse.

Six-Grid House in Osaka / Atelier 405

The project is a dwelling designed for three family members with varying daily rhythms, promoting respect and informal gathering.

LA real estate

2 weeks ago

Real House / HK Associates Inc

Real House transforms an introverted site into a family home that captures dramatic views of the Sonoran Desert and Santa Catalina mountains.

First look inside the new V&A East Museum

A new architecturally distinctive V&A building in East London features a sculptural design inspired by fashion and Japanese concepts of space.

more#architecture

Board games

5 hours ago

Playtime Cabin / Wiki World + Advanced Architecture Lab

The Playtime Cabin project features treehouses in a metasequoia forest, inspired by children's imagination and promoting diverse living spaces.

fromStreetsblog New York City

fromBuzzFeed

9 hours ago

People Are Calling Out The Modern Home Design Trends They Secretly Hate, And Yikes

Open-concept kitchen shelving and all-gray designs are criticized for being impractical and uninviting.

Brooklyn

1 hour ago

Opinion: Don't Design Grand Army Plaza For 2007 - Build It For The Future - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza's redesign aims to transform it into a significant urban space for Brooklyn's future, inspired by visionary leadership and advocacy.

Television

fromIndependent

'You're aware that this is the end': Home of the Year's Amanda Bone on watching Hugh Wallace in his final series

Amanda Bone stopped watching Home of the Year due to emotional distress from seeing her late friend Hugh Wallace on screen.

London politics

fromwww.standard.co.uk

Plans to redevelop west London school and build 300 homes scrapped over community concerns

Plans to redevelop Phoenix Academy and build 307 homes in west London were rejected due to scale concerns and lack of community consultation.

#va-east-museum

fromConde Nast Traveler

A First Look at the V&A East Museum-London's Most Exciting New Cultural Addition

V&A East Museum opens in London, expanding the V&A's influential collection and focusing on community engagement.

V&A East Museum by O'Donnell + Tuomey to Open in East London's Cultural Quarter

V&A East Museum will open on April 18, 2026, featuring innovative design and a focus on inclusivity for diverse audiences.

fromConde Nast Traveler

A First Look at the V&A East Museum-London's Most Exciting New Cultural Addition

V&A East Museum opens in London, expanding the V&A's influential collection and focusing on community engagement.

V&A East Museum by O'Donnell + Tuomey to Open in East London's Cultural Quarter

V&A East Museum will open on April 18, 2026, featuring innovative design and a focus on inclusivity for diverse audiences.

10 of the greatest National Trust sites near London (as chosen by the National Trust itself)

National Trust properties near London offer peaceful retreats with historical significance and beautiful landscapes.

Photography

david altrath documents the jungle suspended inside london's barbican conservatory

David Altrath's photography reveals the Barbican Conservatory as a harmonious ecosystem within a brutalist architectural framework.

Arts

fromwww.theguardian.com

Museums have a duty to inspire the creatives of the future. At V&A East, I've made that my mission | Gus Casely-Hayford

A stained-glass window by Tania Bruguera embodies community aspirations and reflects the evolving role of museums in engaging with local populations.

Gadgets

fromWIRED

The Smart Home Gadgets to Amp Up Your Curb Appeal

Smart home products like birdhouses and outdoor lights enhance both functionality and aesthetics in residential spaces.

fromThe Oaklandside

A guide to Oakland's historic homes

Spanish settlers moved to the East Bay starting in 1776 to take land that had been home to indigenous people for thousands of years, and made it into fiefdoms of various dons like the Peraltas.

East Bay (California)

#real-estate

NYC real estate

The Brooklyn Heights 'Spite' House Is for Sale

A long-abandoned brownstone at 194 Columbia Heights is being marketed for $15 million, showcasing historic details and significant space.

NYC real estate

A Mid-Century House in Hillsdale With a Pool and an Artist's Studio

Living outside New York City offers unique properties at lower prices, including a mid-century house and a historic gatehouse.

NYC real estate

The Brooklyn Heights 'Spite' House Is for Sale

A long-abandoned brownstone at 194 Columbia Heights is being marketed for $15 million, showcasing historic details and significant space.

NYC real estate

A Mid-Century House in Hillsdale With a Pool and an Artist's Studio

Living outside New York City offers unique properties at lower prices, including a mid-century house and a historic gatehouse.

more#real-estate

fromBusiness Matters

Sarah Fowlkes: Leading with Purpose in the A/E Industry

"I've always been drawn to roles where I can connect people and make things run better. That's what keeps me engaged every day."

Women in technology

LA real estate

Think All Celebrities Live in Mansions? 6 Stars With Small Spaces to Prove You Wrong

Celebrities can live in smaller, unique homes, proving that size isn't necessary for personality and charm.

Social justice

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Remembering Carl Anthony, architect who brought racial equity analysis to environmental movement

Carl Cokine Anthony, an influential architect and environmental justice leader, passed away at 87, leaving a legacy of racial equity and regionalism.

22 hours ago

issey miyake & ensamble studio reimagine waste as furniture in the paper log project

The Paper Log project creatively reuses compressed paper rolls from garment pleating, transforming waste into unique furniture and sculptural objects.

Sabah House NYC Pays Homage To Set + Setting

Sabahs are made entirely by hand from 100% leather in either Texas or Turkey—two regions with distinct yet deeply rooted relationships to the material. The result is a shoe that varies subtly from pair to pair, even within the same size.

Brooklyn

This Designer-Approved Vintage Trend Is Taking Over Front Yards (And Backyards)

Vintage plant stands enhance curb appeal and create visual interest on porches.

fromIndependent

Dermot Bannon on the homes of Joanne McNally, 'There were chairs that didn't fit. She sawed the legs off,' and Vogue Williams: 'People coming in and out all the time'

There is an idea in environmental psychology that suggests you can understand a person more quickly by walking through their home than by sitting across from them in conversation.

London

fromTime Out London

The 10 Downing Street garden will open to the public for one day this summer - here's how to visit

London Open Gardens in June will feature 120 exclusive gardens, including guided tours of 10 Downing Street's garden.

5 Homes That Prove You Don't Need More Space to Live In Style - Yanko Design

Architectural design is evolving towards intentional, smaller spaces that prioritize quality, light, and connection to the environment over sheer size.

fromAbduzeedo

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

3D Print Home Office Essentials Inspired by Dieter Rams

Five free 3D print home office models embodying Dieter Rams' principles include cable management, riser, shelf bracket, and two planters.

Brooklyn

Restored Victorian greenhouse links Green-Wood Cemetery to its living neighbours

Green-Wood Cemetery, established in 1838, now features a new welcome center to enhance community engagement and appreciation for its historic landscape.

How a shoe firm built a modernist town in Essex - and the exhibition telling its story

Bata shoe company established a factory and town in East Tilbury, promoting employee welfare and modern amenities while expanding globally.

First look: Time Out's review of London's spectacular new V&A East Museum

V&A East opens as a creative hub showcasing diverse art and design, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement.

V&A east museum by o'donnell + tuomey opens in london as a folded concrete landmark

V&A East Museum opens in Stratford, London, designed to enhance accessibility and community engagement within the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

fromTime Out London

First look: Time Out's review of London's spectacular new V&A East Museum

V&A East opens as a creative hub showcasing diverse art and design, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement.

V&A east museum by o'donnell + tuomey opens in london as a folded concrete landmark

V&A East Museum opens in Stratford, London, designed to enhance accessibility and community engagement within the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Renovation

Minamicho House / ROOVICE

Renovation

Renovation of a Historic School Creates Harmony With Nature

Minamicho House / ROOVICE

The house was renovated and subleased to preserve its identity and history through ROOVICE's Kariage framework.

Renovation of a Historic School Creates Harmony With Nature

Renovation projects must honor historical design while integrating modern updates for current users, especially in community-centric, older structures.

more#renovation

15 hours ago

aluminum, timber, and bronze shape greenhouse retail space for culinary produce in madrid

The greenhouse at Filandón restaurant enhances retail by showcasing produce from its associated farm in a contemporary architectural design.

This 25sqm Australian Tiny House Feels Anything But Small - Yanko Design

The Currumbin tiny home by Removed Tiny Homes combines thoughtful design with spaciousness, making it feel generous despite its compact size.

Brooklyn

fromBrooklyn Paper

Towering Bjarke Ingels-Designed Gowanus project moves toward construction * Brooklyn Paper

The project features 16-story towers with a public esplanade, artist workspaces, and amenities, significantly increasing height and density compared to earlier plans.

fromwww.bbc.com

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation

Volunteer Linda Fisher, 68, discovered the hub two years ago when she was 'socially isolated' and said the garden 'will be an ice-breaker for people walking past'.

London food

Mystery solved: Shakespeare's Blackfriars house located at last

The location of Shakespeare's only known London home has been identified through a newly discovered floor plan.

Shand Road / Ys Housing

Shand Road project by Ys Housing refines medium-density housing in Melbourne, focusing on design quality, environmental performance, and affordability.

Jiuyao Kindergarten / ZHUBO Design

A kindergarten should be a 'small world' for children, emphasizing creativity and space despite limited construction area.

#home-renovation

Remodel

An Interior Designer Spent 11 Years Slowly Renovating This 125-Year-Old Brooklyn Townhouse

The Jennison family transformed a dark loft into a bright, renovated townhouse in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, adapting to their evolving needs over a decade.

3 weeks ago

Remodel

They Turned an "All-White Shell" into a Plant-Filled Dream Home

A couple transformed their stark house into a vibrant, nature-inspired home filled with color, plants, and personal touches.

An Interior Designer Spent 11 Years Slowly Renovating This 125-Year-Old Brooklyn Townhouse

The Jennison family transformed a dark loft into a bright, renovated townhouse in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, adapting to their evolving needs over a decade.

3 weeks ago

They Turned an "All-White Shell" into a Plant-Filled Dream Home

A couple transformed their stark house into a vibrant, nature-inspired home filled with color, plants, and personal touches.

These spectacular London cultural institutions are receiving millions in government funding

London's major arts venues will receive £130 million from the Arts Everywhere Fund to enhance access and improve cultural infrastructure.

open courtyards and evolving green facades turn hyderabad school campus into living forest

Pentaspace's Heartfulness International School integrates ecological design principles to create a nature-connected learning environment for pre-primary education.

#residential-architecture

Mocoli Sports Complex / URLO Studio

The Mocoli Sports Complex features an efficient design that balances aesthetics and functionality for communal use and sports activities.

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.

Renovation

GLG Residence / Ximenes Leite Arquitetura

Renovation

Pom - Two Residential Buildings Block III / zanderroth

CS Residence / Fpoles Arquitetos

A large canopy connects the living area and garage, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience in the CS Residence.

Renovation

Platte-Lostraat Collective Housing / KPW architecten

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.

Renovation

GLG Residence / Ximenes Leite Arquitetura

Renovation

Pom - Two Residential Buildings Block III / zanderroth

CS Residence / Fpoles Arquitetos

A large canopy connects the living area and garage, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience in the CS Residence.

more#residential-architecture

Renovation

Platte-Lostraat Collective Housing / KPW architecten

#sustainable-architecture

Design

Marc Thorpe's Forest Edge House Blends Beauty + Self Sufficiency

Renovation

Moffat Morphing House / Arcke

Renovation

An Inventive Eco-Friendly West London House Update by Atelier Baulier

Marc Thorpe's Forest Edge House Blends Beauty + Self Sufficiency

Forest Edge House exemplifies sustainable architecture, emphasizing energy independence and a design philosophy that integrates environmental forces into its structure.

Moffat Morphing House / Arcke

Moffat Morphing House is a sustainable, compact home designed for outdoor living and entertaining on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.

more#sustainable-architecture

Renovation

An Inventive Eco-Friendly West London House Update by Atelier Baulier

#interior-design

Renovation

In Their Ray Kappe Home, Alexandra Kerry and Julien Dobbs-Higginson Blend the Old and New

Renovation

A Colorful Forever House in London by Field Day Studio

In Their Ray Kappe Home, Alexandra Kerry and Julien Dobbs-Higginson Blend the Old and New

Designer Kate Driver reconciles the diverse tastes of clients in a 1966 Kappe house, blending modern and traditional elements.

A Colorful Forever House in London by Field Day Studio

A Victorian terraced home in East London demonstrates how bold color, midcentury modern furniture, and thoughtful design create an authentic, lasting family home rooted in everyday living rather than trends.

more#interior-design

An Eames House for Everyone: Could This New 'DIY Kit' Change How We Live?

Eames Office and Kettal will launch a modular housing system inspired by the Eames House at Milan Design Week 2026.

Architecture of Water: Disappearing Fixtures in Contemporary Wellness

Advanced bathroom design emphasizes minimalism by making fixtures less visible, allowing water and light to shape the experience.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Modernist Architecture and Design, Explained

Brutalism, named after raw concrete, contrasts with Modernism's lightness, emphasizing heavy, blocky forms in architecture.

House of Three: NYC's New Event Space and Creative Studio

Kelsie Hayes transformed her floral business into a creative event space, House of Three, after a successful career in fashion and pop-up events.

Tyron Hill's Preservation and Renovation Give Way to Possibility

Sara Gray's renovation approach embraces wear and patina, creating a welcoming atmosphere in a nearly century-old home rather than preserving it in an idealized state.

Actor Patina Miller Brings Major Drama to Her Manhattan Town House

Miller and Mars scoured lower Manhattan and Brooklyn for a brownstone that would meet their needs, but it wasn't until they discovered a gem nestled on a quiet Upper West Side block that they knew they'd found the one.

Renovation

Elmali House / PIN Architects

Elmali House features a modern concrete design and a traditional guest house, set in a scenic location in Elmali Village.

Liverpool Street station completes work to replace its dirty glazed roof

Network Rail has completed the replacement of glazing panels at Liverpool Street station, enhancing natural light and safety.

The 190sqm Melbourne Renovation That Didn't Touch the Street - Yanko Design

Abbotsford's Abbie Terrace exemplifies respectful architectural expansion, balancing modern design with historical context and preserving the original worker's cottage's character.

Visiting Hackney's oldest house - a Tudor survivor with a punk past

Sutton House, built in 1535, is the oldest surviving residential building in Hackney, restored to showcase its Tudor, Georgian, and Victorian history.

2 weeks ago

How Architects Turned a Postwar London Terrace Into an Open-Plan Home Without Touching the Facade - Yanko Design

Islington houses are redesigned to create open, continuous spaces while maintaining the original facade and architectural integrity.

81 Housing Units / Ramdam Architectes + palast

The transformation of Caserne Mellinet in Nantes addresses contemporary urban challenges with a focus on wooden structures and mineral facades.