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In the outskirts of a national forest park in Chengdu, the world’s leading research institute on panda preservations widens their campus in the abstract shape of pandas snooping around. Illustrative design by EID Architecture, as such a synthesis of fluidic circular rings, nurtures the wonderful pandas. They cherish and treasure them in their own landscape in Chengdu National Giant Panda Research and Breeding Center. The illustrated design conceived by the principal architect Ping Jiang visualized a group of four panda pavilions. Approved by the city park district administration. They became the research lab to house and study pandas’ behaviours and…
ILLUSORR Launch Event – The World’s First Design-Oriented Virtual Platform Virtual reality has given us the ability to create an experience that goes beyond spacetime, for the first time ever. We are now able to exist, interact with others, and perform activities, in a completely simulated realm. It is quite literally a dream come true. We can have parties, host fashion shows, and conduct classes all in a space that is not physical. To contribute to this, ILLUSORR is transitioning the design disciplines from the physical to the virtual world. It is creating the world’s first design-oriented virtual platform. Architects…
The hyperbolic paraboloid shapes mounted atop the cape of Prairie Basin Park are a sight to adore. Designed by Volkan Alkanoglu, the Phantom Pavilion located at Stapelton, CO is conceived as a light-weight curved structure. Aesthetically assembled with two cross-laminated layers of aluminum acting as the structural shell. The sculpture assembled with 1,162 painted cross-laminated aluminium elements creates a vibrant hue on the visitors. Following each independent structural shell, with its dynamic shape and silhouette, appears to be in motion. Simultaneously altering its visual look. The pavilions especially follow a symmetrical language of three iconic vaults hovering 16 feet at…
International architecture and design firm Mask Architects have been chosen as one of the ten winning designs for the Cool Abu Dhabi Challenge competition, in envisioning palm-like futuristic structures sprouting from the ground, mimicking the shape of a mushroom. The competition is a significant step to confront climate change and engender a more green environment and incorporate sustainable solutions to retaliate against the heat island effect in warm places like Abu Dhabi. This global challenge has received over 300 entries from 67 countries. ‘The Artificial Breathing Palm Modular Structure System’ was the striking proposal by Mask Architects. The firm’s design…
The current pandemic has indeed taken a toll on all our lives. It has enabled everyone to reach out and connect in various ways, mostly through the internet. Architects are incessantly being bombarded to unlock and initiate fresh perspectives of our upcoming future. ParametricArchitecture has been at the forefront of innovation while using a mindful approach and actions that trigger new trends into the field of architecture through the PA Talks series. How will humanity sustain, secure, and flourish to transcend beyond more than being human; to become more defined and thoughtful as a species. The future of architecture is…
Researchers, architects and engineers from SOM created a striking and unique installation for the ‘Anatomy of Structure’ exhibition.
An undulating walking trail has been created by the Rotterdam based architecture studio Powerhouse Company as part of the development plan in Chengdu, China. This informal icon, also known as the Loop of Wisdom twists, twirls, curls, folds and follows the lush green terrain, winding and lacing through a vivid park promoting healthy relationships in an aesthetic balance. The striking red structure embodies a timeless architectural concept, resonating as a fluidic motion in a spectacular stance. The organic form is a gentle invitation elegantly taking a circular shape that adheres to the topographical geometry. Two programs are entitled to this…
A sculptural concrete façade is envisioned by the Australian studio Contreras Earl Architecture in collaboration with engineering and sustainability consultants Arup and Werner Sobek for the world’s first dedicated Living Coral Biobank in Port Douglas, Australia. As a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the facility will be infused and dedicated to the conservation of coral around the world. This design aims to keep alive, secure, and nurture over the world’s 800 species of hard corals under one roof described by the creators as a ‘living ark’. As our world faces more and more severe threats due to climate change,…
A sparkling jewel shines atop the serenading stone hills. Carved by the Mexican based architecture studio, Rojkind Arquitectos in collaboration with Amasa Estudio have unveiled the design for an exclusive resort amidst the terrific terrains in Mexico’s Valle de Guadalupe wine region, inscribed along with a curvilinear swimming pool.