Author: AU News Bureau
The 24th International Architecture, Interior Design and Building Exhibition (Archidex 2025) will take place at two venues for the first time next year. The event will be hosted at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (Mitec) from July 21 to 24, and at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) from July 23 to 26. Part of the Kuala Lumpur Architecture Festival (KLAF), the exhibition is being co-organized by the Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) and C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd, and will coincide with KLAF’s inaugural Kuala Lumpur Architecture Week. โThe 2025 edition of Archidex will be expanded to two…
BIG has designed its new headquarters, BIG HQ, on Copenhagen’s harbor in Denmark. The 4,488-square-meter building features a unique, seven-story design centered around a single column and a sprawling staircase. Completed in spring 2024, BIG HQ showcases the studio’s integrated LEAPP approach. The building incorporates geothermal and solar energy systems, achieving 60% renewable energy reliance. Its innovative Uni-Green concrete structure reduces CO2 emissions by 25%. Founder Bjarke Ingels emphasized BIG’s interdisciplinary approach, stating, “Every single aspect of LEAPP has been involved in our HQ… pushing the limits of concrete’s potential.” BIG Landscape transformed the surrounding area into a 1,500-square-meter public…
DesignMarch is a prestigious international event featuring exhibitions, talks, workshops, and a conference in Reykjavรญk, Iceland. The highlight of the festival, DesignTalks, will be held on April 2, 2025. Set to take place from April 2 to 6, 2025, DesignMarch will unfold across various venues in Reykjavรญk. Since its inception in 2009, it has become Iceland’s premier design festival, fostering innovative ideas and diverse perspectives that enrich society. DesignTalks has been the cornerstone of DesignMarch, consistently drawing large crowds at Harpa. The event is curated by designer Hlรญn Helga Guรฐlaugsdรณttir and produced by the Icelandic Center for Design and Architecture.…
The 12th European Prize for Urban Public Space has recognized two outstanding projects: “Park at the Warsaw Uprising Mound” in Poland and “Beach Improvement and Redevelopment of the Harbour Edge” in Porto do Son, Spain. The Warsaw park, designed by topoScape and Archigrest, won the General Category for its thoughtful integration of history and materiality. The project transformed a WWII rubble mound into a vibrant public space. The Porto do Son beach redevelopment, designed by CREUSeCARRASCO and RVR Arquitectos, won the Seafront Category. The jury praised its balance of renaturalization and community engagement, preserving the protective wall while introducing new…
The Western Australian Government has announced plans for the renovation of the Perth Concert Hall, a heritage-listed venue that has been a cornerstone of the cityโs cultural scene for 51 years. Designed by architects Jeffrey Howlett and Don Bailey, the hall will undergo significant upgrades led by OMA’s Australian office in partnership with Perth-based WITH Architecture Studio. The renovation is set to commence in early 2025, with the goal of modernizing facilities for the West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO) and enhancing visitor experience through new public spaces, improved amenities, and upgraded seating. Completed in 1973, the Perth Concert Hall was…
According to a report in The New Indian Express, in a landmark initiative, four sandstone replicas of the Konark wheels have been installed at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan. This installation of the โwheels of life and timeโ from Odishaโs Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, aligns with the government’s efforts to weave traditional, cultural, and historical elements into Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Konark Sun Temple is a stunning example of Odiya temple architecture, designed as a grand chariot for the Sun God. The wheels adorning the temple walls symbolize India’s rich cultural heritage. Each of…
Nestled at the foot of Dameiyong Snow Mountain in Tibet, the Quzika 1865 Winery Complex seamlessly integrates into its surroundings. Designed by Chinese studio PL-T Architecture, the winery features stepped terraces that mirror the natural topography, preserving ancient trees and facilitating gravity-flow winemaking. Locally sourced stones construct the exterior walls, connecting to an original stone wall and providing thermal insulation. The winery’s internal spatial organization follows the winemaking process. From grape processing and laboratory areas to fermentation, bottling, and storage, each stage unfolds across multiple levels. The vaulted cellar, inspired by Catholic church arches, pays homage to the region’s winemaking…
The annual Golden Hammer awards, presented by Historic Richmond and Storefront for Community Design, recognized outstanding real estate projects in the region. Thirteen awards were given to 34 nominees at a ceremony held at Hardywood Richmond. Top honorees included Hotel Petersburg, which won Best Restoration, and the Seaboard Air Line Railroad Depot, which won Best Adaptive Reuse/Rehabilitation. Hotel Petersburg’s $14 million restoration involved multiple partners, including The Yellow Room, Covington Design Group, and Retro Hospitality. The Seaboard Air Line Railroad Depot’s renovation, costing over $1 million, was completed by developers Doug Albertson and Palmer Wilkins, with assistance from architects Michael…