The innovative design of the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM)'s stations heralds an era of transformation for Montreal's cityscape. The inaugural Rive-Sud line, designed by the Lemay, Bisson Fortin and Perkins & Will consortium, is an important component of the REM, reflecting on the Canadian city's commitment to sustainable public transport as a symbol of its regeneration.
The Merkurhuset project designed by the Swedish Olsson Lyckefors studio not only takes its name from one of the most iconic buildings in Sweden's second largest city, but also enters into dialogue with the protected historical pre-existing architecture. An 8,000 square metre building is born that fits harmoniously into the urban context, without losing its identity.
Once again this year, Ivrea - the industrial city of the 20th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - opens its doors for visitors to marvel at Olivetti’s architecture, with involvement from local citizens and a media partnership with Floornature. There are two weekends available - 23/24 September and 30 September/1 October - as well as days dedicated to photography and architecture on 22 and 30 September respectively.
The Next Landmark Floornature International Architecture Contest 2015 has recently concluded and the finalists can be found on the website dedicated to them.
Italian architectural studio Ariu+Vallino renovated a 30s villa in Liguria with a design that fulfils the challenge posed by the existing building using modern techniques complete with a fabulous garden to be enjoyed.
Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2015 “Self-driven City”, in media partnership with Floornature, has opened on September 9 with the TAB-LAB Research and Development Exhibition in the impressive location of Kultuurikatel in the Tallinn harbour area.
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