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July 3, 2025
Most growing families dream of upgrading to a house when space feels tight, but one family of four in downtown Toronto chose to do the opposite. With help from Picnic Design Inc., they turned their modest 850-square-foot condo into a forever home using a pair of ingenious movable walls. The result is a dynamic, future-proof […]
July 3, 2025
High on the wooded slopes of Mount Saint-Bruno in Quebec, there is a house that feels more like a quiet promise than a structure. The Montpellier II residence, conceived by Montreal-based studio Vives St-Laurent, is a lesson in how architecture can withdraw from spectacle and, in doing so, become unforgettable. Laurence Ouimet-Vives and Lysanne St-Laurent, […]
July 2, 2025
Richard Saxon, consultant at Deploi, has produced a School of Specification module exploring information management. Here, he considers IM’s key principles and processes, as well as the architect’s role in delivering coordinated, efficient projects. What is information management and why is it important? IM is the digitally-assisted process that enables all those involved in a […]
July 2, 2025
Ben Hancock, Managing Director of Oscar Acoustics, answers readers’ questions on how acoustic solutions can support health, productivity, and inclusivity in the post-pandemic office. SonaSpray fc (white) in a private office, and SonaSpray K-13 Special (light grey) throughout main office (for a sprayed concrete look) at the Oscar Innovation Centre – Oscar Acoustics’ HQ and […]
July 2, 2025
On the slopes of Paros, a residence rises in quiet harmony with the land, combining the timeless language of Cycladic architecture with a contemporary approach to interior design. This private home, with interiors by Babatchas Design Studio, distills the essential qualities of the Greek islands into a calm and welcoming retreat. Each element has been […]
July 1, 2025
At the heart of San Francisco’s Mission Rock development, The Garden Party by Min Design transforms a bustling pedestrian path into something softer, slower, and more inviting. This public art installation introduces a sense of calm and connection into the city’s energetic fabric, offering a graceful “street room” where anyone can pause, sit, and socialize. […]
July 1, 2025
Tucked into the northern shore of Lake Tremblant, Canada, La Flèche is a contemporary residence by MU Architecture that reinterprets the traditional chalet through bold geometry and material sensitivity. Designed as a multigenerational retreat, it offers a lasting connection to nature and family in Quebec’s Laurentian forest. Built into a steep mountainside, the residence stretches […]
July 1, 2025
Tucked into the lush, rolling landscape of Quebec’s Laurentian Mountains, Brom Residence stands as a striking expression of contemporary architecture in dialogue with nature. Designed by Montreal-based Atelier Carle, this home is a sculptural response to its forested surroundings, capturing the quiet strength and serenity of the site without diminishing its raw presence. At first […]
June 30, 2025
Photography by Derek Swalwell In the heart of Brighton, Melbourne, Wood Marsh has delivered a fresh take on coastal living with Esplanade Brighton, a medium-density housing project that’s bold in form but deeply respectful of its surroundings. Set across a former brownfield site, the development includes 24 townhouses and 11 apartments spread over four distinct […]
June 30, 2025
As pet-friendly design evolves, more homeowners are asking architects and interior designers to consider the needs of their cats, not just as pets, but as part of the family. From built-in walkways to custom furniture, these four homes show how thoughtful design can create spaces where cats thrive and aesthetics remain intact. Whether it’s climbing, […]
June 30, 2025
Sited on the edge of a reed bog in Cork, Ireland, Fuinneamh Workshop Architects’ rammed-earth eco pavilion provides a quiet space for reflection, education, and community gatherings. Photos Jed Niezgoda, Seán Antóin Ó Muirí Occupying a clearing at the threshold of Carroll’s Bog in Tramore Valley Park, central Cork, Den Talamh is a modest yet […]
June 29, 2025
Worrell Yeung has designed a two-part retreat in the wooded hills of Columbia County, New York, for a young family looking to connect with the landscape. Set on an 88-acre ridgeline, the project includes Ridge House and Ridge Barn, two structures that balance clean architecture with raw, expressive materials. Blending land art, local references, and […]
13 November 2026
