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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A former dormitory-like apartment in Vilnius turned into stylish homes

A Vilnius apartment has been transformed into stylish and functional living spaces, exceeding the homeowner's expectations.

Feb 28 • 08:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Wing Over the Garden. How a Small Liberec Villa Transformed into a Modern Family Home

A 1914 villa in Liberec, originally designed by architect Jakob Schmeissner, has been sensitively renovated to serve as a modern family home, showcasing its unique details and historical significance.

Feb 26 • 08:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The renovation of a gallery that added meters and is now enjoyed all year round

Two architects transformed an outdoor gallery in a traditional house in San Isidro to create a modern and functional space.

Feb 26 • 03:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Tale of a Mosque: The 'Two Minarets' Unite Worship and Knowledge in Qatar's Education City

The 'Two Minarets' mosque in Qatar's Education City symbolizes both worship and knowledge, featuring a modern architectural design infused with Islamic art.

Feb 25 • 17:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Villa Mairea in a Porvoo Pine Forest is Nominated for the UNESCO List – Here is Villa Mairea

Villa Mairea, designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto, is a modern architecture gem in Finland that has been nominated for UNESCO World Heritage status alongside twelve other Aalto buildings.

Feb 21 • 09:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Prague villa combines functionalist heritage with contemporary standards

An article about a Prague villa that combines functionalist architecture with modern standards of living.

Feb 20 • 06:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Cortina's new bobsleigh track: first a ruin, then a dispute, now a showcase project

Cortina's new bobsleigh track has evolved from a dilapidated structure to a celebrated example of modern design, reflecting the region's rich sporting history.

Feb 18 • 17:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Modern Gateway to Prague. The Prague-Dejvice Station Reveals its Face

The Prague-Dejvice railway station, poised to revolutionize transport between the city center and Václav Havel Airport, showcases its new design by architects from studio dh architekti.

Feb 17 • 10:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The log apartment building in Žvėrynas – a second life: behind the yellow cladding lies real intrigue

A log apartment building in Žvėrynas is undergoing renovation that preserves its historic exterior while creating a modern interior showcased with original log walls.

Feb 17 • 10:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Palace House: It belonged to a powerful Cordoba family and was recovered for a gastronomic company

The former Minetti Palace in Córdoba, Argentina, has been transformed into a branch of Rapanui Chocolaterías, reflecting both the city's rich history and modern culinary trends.

Feb 13 • 19:14 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

New Houses: My House Has Five Corners

Isabelle Müller’s uniquely designed pentagonal house blends with its surroundings during rain but stands out prominently in sunlight, showcasing a modern architectural statement with a focus on natural materials.

Feb 13 • 15:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Ukrainian 'Glass Houses' with thatched roofs. This is a project by architects from Kyiv

A new architectural project from Kyiv's YOD Group features vacation homes that blend traditional thatched roofs and modern glass designs.

Feb 13 • 14:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Travel Books: Italian Gut Feeling

Christina Höfferer's exploration of Rome highlights the city's architectural contrasts, focusing on the transformation of the Flaminio district into a vibrant cultural hub.

Feb 13 • 13:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The Medieval Medical Capital Is the Obvious Starting Point to Bite Into Southern Italy's Experiences

Salerno, known for its medieval charm and modern architecture, serves as a gateway to explore southern Italy's attractions.

Feb 12 • 15:47 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Architect Matúš Dulla / Decoration once featured Saint Ladislaus fighting the Cumans. Today, they are huge advertising screens

Architect Matúš Dulla discusses the public's aversion to modern architecture and the debate over returning to decorative elements in design.

Feb 10 • 14:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In New Vilnia - unexpected transformation: the former psychiatric hospital buildings will become residential housing

A project named 'Parko 21' aims to convert a former psychiatric hospital site in New Vilnia into residential apartments, blending history, architecture, and modern living.

Feb 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The state's new office building hides its special superpowers

A new government office building in Odense, Woodhub, has been developed with a focus on sustainability, concealing innovative architectural qualities that distinguish it from other modern office constructions.

Feb 8 • 08:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Space Transformed by a Single Stone: The Illuminated Onyx Effect is Immediately Visible

A Lithuanian office interior designed by Dvidesign features illuminated onyx and modern materials to create an inspiring work environment.

Feb 7 • 12:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Just One Bold Step Was Enough. Architects Turned the Apartment Upside Down and Created a Miracle in 38 Square Meters

Architects transformed a small 38-square-meter apartment in Karlín into a modern and functional living space for a young couple by making a bold design decision to rethink its internal layout.

Feb 6 • 05:15 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Vytis above the Town Hall – a look into the warmest city in Poland

Tarnów, a compact city in Poland, attracts more tourists with its unique blend of history, culture, and modern amenities, especially noted for its Renaissance architecture and new tourism infrastructure investments.

Feb 4 • 08:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

New project by the creator of Warsaw's MSN. A pavilion that can withstand a storm and flood

The designer of the Warsaw Museum of Modern Art is completing a new project, the Wagner Pavilion in New York, which offers views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

Feb 4 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

"I don't care about being modern": this is the 'clay house' of an architect in a forest in Girona

Architect Lluís Auquer lives in a handmade clay house atop a small hill in Rupià, Girona, emphasizing a personal and casual approach to design rather than seeking modernity or awards.

Feb 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

The architect fathers had only met twice when they bought a villa together. Two years later, they still have to pinch themselves.

Two architect fathers, having only met twice, successfully transformed an old house into modern living quarters, sharing the risks and rewards of their project.

Feb 2 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Touching the Top – The Skyscrapers That Will Be Ready in 2026

The article explores the upcoming skyscrapers set to be completed by 2026, highlighting their role in modern architecture and urban sustainability.

Jan 13 • 09:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

This is the 19th-century mansion that adorns South London

A 19th-century mansion in South London has been expertly redesigned by Design Studio Elicyon to balance British architectural heritage with modern living needs.

Jan 8 • 11:30 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

A Journey Through Spain Designed by Women: Cities and Homes Thought Out for Everyday Life and Other Ways of Living

The article explores how women's participation in architecture in Spain has evolved alongside political, social, and urban transformations, highlighting pioneering figures and modern practitioners.

Jan 2 • 20:46 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Adjaye's New Building for the Studio Museum Harlem: A Statement of Black Concrete

The newly opened Studio Museum Harlem, designed by David Adjaye, represents a significant architectural landmark in Harlem, raising questions about the museum's role in the modern discourse on Black art.

Dec 29 • 13:44 UTC

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