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This Dynasty Inspired Installation Chimes Every 15 Minutes

The structure bears an unmistakable resemblance to a mantel clock yet it has been scaled to the proportions of a modest dwelling.

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Brick, Stone and Bamboo Transform this Dilapidated Cowshed into a Climate-Responsive Habitat

Rather than constructing an entirely new building from scratch, the studio made the environmentally conscious decision to work with what was already there.

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Rising Star Ar Ronak Patel, VPA Architects, Ahmedabad

Following the footsteps of his renowned father, Ar Vipul Patel, Ar Ronak Patel is a second-generation architect. According to his philosophy, simple designs tend to be more aesthetically pleasing. Designs with clean bold lines have a timeless impact.

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Vancouver’s First Supertall 314m Skyscraper is Inspired by Sea Sponge Reefs

Its exterior is conceived as a striking fusion of engineering and natural inspiration, wrapped in a steel exoskeleton clad in white Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) panelling and enveloped in highly translucent expanses of glass.

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‘Meeting Zaha Hadid, a massive turning point that shaped THE WADE ASIA,’ says Verticaa Dvivedi

Zaha Hadid (Oct 31, 1950 – Mar 31, 2016): Zaha Hadid is unforgettable for us. Many of you may know her for the spaces she built and the boundaries she broke. Her legacy lives on in every bold idea that dares to challenge convention and redefine what is possible.

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Parametric Facade Crafted From Steel Structures

Ramzi Omar Design Studio - RODS is an architectural practice with roots in Dubai and Kerala, offering multidisciplinary design services, led by an architect Ramzi Omar, who is redefining the boundaries of art and architecture.

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Amid war, NRIs’ investment set to increase in Indian Real Estate | A SURFACES REPORTER Perspective

From petroleum to construction materials, multiple sectors continue to feel the ripple effects of the ongoing West Asia conflict, now over a month old. However, amid these challenges, a potential silver lining is emerging for Indian real estate. A report by SURFACES REPORTER

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A Tactile Facade With Layered Black Lava Stone, Brick & Concrete Jaalis

KRIPA” is a residence that reflects the personality of its homeowners - open, minimal, and rooted in functionality. Located on a compact 1500 sq. ft.

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A 9,000 Seat Rooftop Auditorium Inspired by Ancient Stepwells | Sanjay Puri Architects

Situated on the university’s expanding 13 hectare campus, the five storey building encompasses a total floor area of 30,800sqm and accommodates a broad range of academic and social facilities, including offices, seminar halls, an auditorium, a library and a cafe.

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Sculptural Sine-Wave Partition Meets Wood, Cork And Steel In This Material-Led Showroom | PS Design, Mumbai

Rather than just showcasing products, the Designest showroom in Indore is anchored by a striking self-balancing sine wave partition that acts as a sculptural spine.

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