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Modern Architecture: Hidden Underground (11 photos)



From afar, Villa Geldrop in the Netherlands looks like any other home. Walk a little closer, though, and you'll notice that is has an awesome underground level.



Four bedrooms and a living room are located in the underground level. Hofman Dujardin Architects designed the home to allow tremendous amount of natural light to flow through the open spaces in the axe-shaped foundation. The… Continue

Added by Eugene on March 20, 2011 at 11:00am — 2 Comments

Bridge to the Future (8 pics)



Travelers beware: take this bridge at your own risk. Metaform Architects designed this pedestrian bridge in Luxembourg that looks like it transports people to the future.



Metaform Architects sought to create a direct connection between the heart of the city and its neighboring Galgenberg park. Using uncluttered and minimalist design, the bridge clearly contrasts with its chaotic… Continue

Added by Visnja V on January 1, 2011 at 7:00am — 1 Comment

Modern Architecture: Culture Forest (8 pics)

Seoul-based Unsangdong Architects recently won first prize in a competition to build an art and culture center in SeongDong-gu, South Korea.



"Culture Forest" features an urban park wrapped up inside a building. Powered and naturally lit by the sun, the center is filled with benches, trees, lush vegetation, and places to relax and reflect while looking down… Continue

Added by Eugene on October 19, 2010 at 12:00pm — 7 Comments

Honeycomb Restaurant (10 pics)

SAKO Architect was clearly inspired by nature when they designed the Honeycomb Restaurant in Shenzhen, China. The 14,000 sq ft (1,300 sq m) Chinese restaurant has a large hall for groups, along with VIP rooms for private parties. The extravagant design leaves guests feeling like small bees in a big restaurant, and is creating quite the buzz in the Far… Continue

Added by Eugene on September 12, 2010 at 9:00pm — 3 Comments

Audi Urban Future Award Winner (5 pics + video)

The concept A.WAY by Berlin-based J. Mayer H. Architects has been announced as the winner of the Audi Urban Future Award - Building a Vision for 2030. The award aims to establish a dialogue on the synergy of mobility, architecture and urban development by means of a tangible view into the future, without losing sight of… Continue

Added by Visnja V on August 27, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

Livraria da Vila by Isay Weinfeld Architects (6 pics)



Love bookshops? What about the ones with a unique design twist? Well, in that case, you'll love this bookshops in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Designed by Isay Weinfeld Architects, this unique bookshop pushes innovation and modernity to the next step. Check out those revolving bookcases entrance!…

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Added by Amy Wong on March 22, 2010 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Modern Architecture: Jesolo Magica by Zaha Hadid Architects



Zaha Hadid recently designed a retail and business center in the town of Jesolo, Italy, to be situated in two areas halfway between Jesolo urban center and Jesolo sea. Strategically positioned to be a major gateway into town, the project includes a 5 star hotel, 2 story retail complex, offices, congress hall, gym, nightclub, and a restaurant offering panoramic…

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Added by Eugene on November 9, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

I Love Modern Architecture - Eco Park Houses by Ushida-Findlay Architects: Preston, UK

This is taking "green" to a whole new level. These park houses by Ushida-Findlay Architects have been granted planning permission and will be built in Preston, UK. These unusual eco-homes will share a wavelike green roof which covers five individual four-story homes as well as a common leisure space that will surround the complex. Strips of indigenous plants, set… Continue

Added by Eugene on October 11, 2008 at 9:00am — No Comments

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