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100 architects builds dynamic entertainment hub in Marassi   The Hub, a new entertainment destination designed by 100architects for Emaar Misr, spans 60,000 sqm in Marassi on Egypt’s North Coast. It introduces a distinct approach to public space design, focusing on bold, colorful aesthetics and interactive experiences that engage visitors of all ages. Conceived as a central social space for adolescents and young adults, The Hub complements existing public facilities in the area.   The project’s design revolves around the concept of a ‘Big Bang,’ symbolizing vitality and youth through vibrant colors, dynamic forms, and lights. This abstract theme manifests...

Leopold Banchini draws from Ferdinand Hodler’s Lakescapes Villa Montasser by Leopold Banchini explores minimalist design through reflections and simple geometric forms. Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, the house draws inspiration from the Swiss painter Ferdinand Hodler, who was known for depicting the reflection of mountains on lakes, a theme central to his work. The architecture echoes this motif, emphasizing the horizontal line where water and mountains meet. The villa’s design features a long, plain facade that mirrors the surface of an adjacent water basin. A single elongated window opens onto a floating terrace that extends over the water,...

first look at meander house by steven holl architects   The Meander House by Steven Holl Architects welcomed its grand opening during Helsinki Design Week after 18 years in the making. Located in the Finnish cultural district Taka-Töölö along Taivallahti Bay, the 180-meter-long residential complex evokes a sinuous wooden ship inside a glass bottle, shaping void spaces and maximizing views and sunlight for 115 apartments. Varying in height from two to seven floors, the Meander House is carried by load-bearing perpendicular concrete walls and glazed with horizontally hinged glass panels. ‘The cross walls are like a musical score cutting through the building, exposed,’ Holl...

ICON and BIG are 3D printing this 'el cosmico' hotel and campsite across marfa desert nomadic campground sees a radical expansion   Liz Lambert, founder of Marfa’s bohemian hotel brand El Cosmico, has teamed up with ICON and Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) to reimagine the future of luxury camping in the Texas desert. ICON, known for pioneering large-scale 3D printing, brings its cutting-edge technology to the project, creating a unique fusion of art, hospitality, and advanced construction methods. This vision aligns with the off-grid, nomadic spirit of El Cosmico, currently a 21-acre desert campground comprised of tents, yurts, teepees, and...

Eco-Clean Painting: Transforming Homes and Building Lasting Relationships in San Luis Obispo County Eco-Clean Painting, a top residential and commercial painting company, celebrates transforming 1,000+ San Luis Obispo County homes, including Paso Robles, Atascadero, Cambria, Los Osos, and more. Their legacy of exceptional customer service, enduring client relationships, and commitment to sustainability sets them apart. Visit ecocleanpainting.com for more info. Paso Robles, CA, October 24, 2023 --(PR.com)-- Eco-Clean Painting, a family-owned and operated painting company, is proud to celebrate over a decade of providing exceptional painting services to the Central Coast of California. Founded in 2012 by Beau Sisemore, a Paso...