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Wide view of star-shaped lemon tree branches spread across a gray gallery floor at Perrotin Paris.
March 18, 2026

Paola Pivi Deconstructs Sicilian Lemon Trees to Create “New Life” Constellations at Perrotin Paris

March 18, 2026

Stefano Boeri Uses “Spatial Imprints” to Restore the Colosseum’s Southern Piazza

Aerial view of the travertine paving and stone imprints at the Colosseum southern ambulatory
March 18, 2026

Archi-Tectonics Tops London Terrace With Faceted Zinc “Solar House”

Sculptural white helix staircase in a modern London living room by Archi-Tectonics.
March 18, 2026

EeStairs and Julia Van Beuningen Insert Sculptural Plywood Staircase Into Dutch Barn

Open-plan barn interior with a helical plywood staircase, concrete floors, and exposed timber beams.
March 18, 2026

Sour Uses “Sonic Wormhole” to Connect Aegean Vernacular With “Glocal” Residential Recording Studio on Cunda

musician playing a grand piano in a white, organic-shaped room with curved GFRC walls.

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  • The southern ambulatory of the Colosseum undergoes a profound transformation, as Stefano Boeri Interiors and Giorgio Donà reconcile the contemporary urban fabric with the monumental scale of Rome’s most iconic landmark. By descending approximately one meter into the earth, the team has revealed the ancient crepidine—the double-stepped perimeter that originally anchored the amphitheater. This physical shift allows visitors to experience the true verticality of the structure, moving from a modern, flattened perspective toward an authentic encounter with the depth of Roman history. The materiality of the project is a sensory tribute to the past. Using Classic Travertine, the new ground plane features 44 extruded elements that serve as both historical markers of lost pillars and public seating. From the bush-hammered tactile cues underfoot to the "archaeological window" revealing hidden foundations, every detail is designed for reversibility and inclusivity. This is not a static relic, but a living urban space restored to its original human scale. via #urdesignmag architects @stefanoboerinteriors @stefano_boeri images @simonamurrone #StefanoBoeriInteriors #Colosseum #RomeArchitecture #HeritageDesign #Travertine #UrbanIntervention #Archaeology #ItalianDesign #Restoration #ArchitectureLovers #DesignInnovation #AncientRome
  • A field of possibility in the heart of Barcelona: Roman Izquierdo Bouldstridge’s El Born Loft is a masterstroke of restraint. Five-meter-high volumes are defined by the warmth of ash wood and the soft intensity of reflected light. The project strips away the unnecessary, revealing Catalan ceramic vaults and stone masonry unified by a monochromatic white finish that acts as a visual vacuum. At the core of the design is a rhythmic transition created by three timber torii—Japanese gateways that mark a shift in being. Within this "living void," a large tree and shifting shadows become the primary ornaments, fostering an atmosphere of profound stillness. This is architecture as a silent, adaptable support for life, proving that the most impactful spaces are often those that leave room for the user to breathe. via #urdesignmag architects Roman Izquierdo Bouldstridge images courtesy of José Hevia #RomanIzquierdoBouldstridge #ElBornLoft #BarcelonaArchitecture #InteriorDesign #TimberArchitecture #MinimalistHome #JapaneseDesign #AdaptiveReuse #SustainableDesign #SpanishArchitecture #ModularDesign #Archilovers
  • Step into a 100-meter panoramic meditation on the passage of time. David Hockney’s “A Year in Normandie” transforms Serpentine North into an immersive voyage through the shifting light and atmosphere of the French countryside. Using a vibrant, pop-inspired palette and the intuitive speed of the iPad, Hockney captures everything from the architectural charm of his studio to the delicate silhouettes of a Normandy spring. Beyond the monumental landscapes, the exhibition features intimate portraits and still lifes linked by a recurring gingham tablecloth—a geometric anchor for his profound study of the "act of seeing." It is a masterly display of visual optimism that reminds us how new ways of seeing lead to new ways of feeling. via #urdesignmag artist David Hockney at @serpentineuk images courtesy of George Darrell #DavidHockney #SerpentineNorth #ContemporaryPainting #DigitalArt #FineArt #ArtExhibition #LondonArt #Normandy #iPadArt #VisualArts #ArtInspiration #ModernMaster
  • The Glasshouse Theatre emerges as a luminous addition to Brisbane’s South Bank, where the built environment meets the fluid rhythm of the river. Inspired by the prose-poetry of Aboriginal Elder Aunty Lilla Watson, the undulating glass exterior acts as a translucent veil, catching the light and reflecting the vibrant energy of the precinct. Inside, the experience shifts from airy transparency to a grounded, protective cocoon. The 1,500-seat auditorium fosters a rare intimacy, featuring rich ironbark walls and rainforest green carpets. Every detail, from the seven skylights representing Queensland’s watersheds to the floating 6-meter cantilever, reinforces a deep connection to place and a commitment to world-class performance. via #urdesignmag architects @snohetta and @blightrayner images @christopherfrederickjones #Architecture #Snøhetta #BlightRayner #BrisbaneArchitecture #CulturalDesign #SustainableDesign #PerformingArts #GlassArchitecture #Meanjin #UrbanInnovation #AcousticDesign #QPAC
  • The new Zara Rossio flagship in Lisbon is a sensory dialogue between history and modernity. Contacto Atlântico has meticulously restored this 200-year-old landmark, treating the building as a fluid extension of the streetscape. Inside, the past is tactile: original geometric floor tiles and decorative plasterwork meet contemporary retail displays, all illuminated by natural light permeating through historic light wells. Visitors can pause for a pastel de nata at Castro by Zara, sitting beneath a restored ceiling painting of two putti, or browse the beauty section with framed views of the Castelo de São Jorge. This is a retail experience that rewards the observant, where "invisible engineering" allows the craftsmanship of the past to lead the narrative. via #urdesignmag architects @contactoatlantico images @fernandogguerra #LisbonArchitecture #ZaraRossio #HistoricRestoration #InteriorDesign #BaixaPombalina #PortugueseDesign #RetailArchitecture #HeritageRestoration #UrbanFabric #ContactoAtlantico #LisbonLife
  • The sensory experience of Staggered Cabin is one of camouflage and texture. Clad in rough-sawn western red cedar stained to a deep hue, the residence recedes into the shadows of the Tahoe forest, its vertical cladding echoing the straight trunks of the surrounding pines. Inside, the "social heart" of the home—a Douglas fir-lined Great Room—replaces traditional hallways with a fluid, rhythmic layout that celebrates discovery through varying floor levels and sun-drenched reading nooks. By blending the playful spirit of the Californian A-frame with the rational precision of Nordic craft, Mork-Ulnes Architects has created a dwelling that doesn't just sit on the mountain; it participates in its rituals. From the standing-seam roofs engineered to trap snow as natural insulation to the repurposed timber furniture, every detail reflects a commitment to material honesty and a rejection of the superfluous. via #urdesignmag architects @morkulnesarchitects images @joefletcherphoto #MorkUlnesArchitects #AlpineArchitecture #CabinDesign #SouthLakeTahoe #SustainableArchitecture #ModernCabin #NordicDesign #TimberArchitecture #InteriorInspiration #ArchitecturePhotography #SierraNevada #MinimalistHome

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