Architecture
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Design Briefing
A unique retail concept for fashion giant Maison Margiela and a conceptual Japanese space that has made the most of a modest budget.
Light relief
In Portugal’s Alentejo region, designer and entrepreneur Francesco Ippolito has built a modernist off-grid sanctuary that paves the way for his plans to create a high-end, design-focused retreat.
Ground control
In forensically researching the history of a site before he builds on it, prolific Japanese architect Tsuyoshi Tane likens his role to that of an archaeologist. We meet him to dig a little deeper.
10 architecture ideas that cool buildings naturally
From Hawaii to Milan, pioneering architects are proving that smart design can keep cities cool without energy-hungry air conditioning, using breeze blocks, greenery and outdoor living.
Building societies
From filling city skylines with farmland to rolling out comfortable flat-pack homes, here are 10 visionary schemes that could transform how our urban environments take shape.
Splash of colour
Are your city’s public toilets a busted flush? Then take a stool as we tour Tokyo’s latest deposits: outdoor conveniences that set a new bog standard.
Super soaker
What the revival of Tokyo's 'sento' shows is that some old ideas are worth considering anew. This fresh generation of baths is proving relevant to a new audience seeking community spaces.
In good hands
Rural retreats don’t have to be stone cottages. There’s room for sophisticated buildings that complement their surroundings too. Barcelona-based architecture firm Mesura will have you breaking new ground.
Book your ticket
A children’s library housing 18,000 books has been gifted to Osaka by an architect who calls the city home.
Call the tune
Whether you have a song up your sleeve or ambitions to host a podcast, time in a recording studio is a sound investment.
