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28-08-2013

Ignatov Architects: new offices constructed on the historical building

The historical, heritage protected architecture of a warehouse in the centre of Varna, Bulgaria, has driven Ignatov Architects to design a new structure that blends in with the existing building. The architects constructed the top floor offices, setting up an interesting dialogue between the ruins and the new building. The project materials – old stone, glass and aluminium – create strong visual contrasts in the city’s new landmark.

22-08-2013

Places of pure wellness with natural high-tech stones

Ariostea’s high-tech stones create a relaxing, protective atmosphere in any wellness and personal care project. Black Ardesia offers an outstanding combination of practicality and beauty to augment the sensation of psycho-physical wellness and the attractiveness of the setting.

08-08-2013

Learning from Vernacular exhibition at Vitra Design Museum

Traditional architecture is a source of inspiration for sustainable building methods, and the exhibition opening August 10 at Vitra Design Museum demonstrates how much we can learn from the "vernacular".

31-07-2013

Mehdizadeh: architecture with recycled cladding in Mahallat

Ramin Mehdizadeh in Mahallat is an example of a housing complex and shopping centre in which contemporary architecture is rooted in local tradition. Inspired by the presence of stone quarries in the area, the project uses scrap stone from quarry processes as a cladding material: a sustainable, money-saving project that has won the favour of local builders and been shortlisted for the 2013 Aga Khan Award for Architecture.