Experience the allure of Risco White, a contemporary house designed by Risco Singular – Arquitectura in Barcelos, Portugal. This 2022 masterpiece sits on the south bank of the River Cávado in Barcelinhos, surrounded by a lush green landscape and... -

Literatai Street, or �Literature Street�, is located in Vilnius, Lithuania. It is decorated with plaques dedicated to Lithuanian writers and writers from different nations who had some sort of connection with Vilnius and Lithuania. The first... -

Located in Turin’s Piedmont region, Italy, on Mount Pirchiriano, the Sacra di San Michele is one of the oldest abbeys in Italy and Europe. The abbey is at least a millennium old with the location itself even dating further back.... -

This year\'s roundup of books to give to discerning architects for the holidays is presented in pairs. While at least one book in each pair is new, the other one isn\'t necessarily so ? new, old, or not-so-old, it is related to the first in some... -

We?ve had the pleasure of sharing the Best of Globe Winners of Shaw Contract?s 2023 Design Awards, and now we?re turning the spotlight to shine on the 39 Best of Region Winners. Selected from more than 650 submissions and spanning 40 countries, a... -

In today’s world, many people find themselves working from home more than ever before. With this shift in the way we work, creating a functional and comfortable home office space has become increasingly important. Wall-mounted desks are a... -

One might look at the photos of Edinburgh and think that the city looks, well, dark. Aside from the weather, Edinburgh buildings contribute to that look as well. The capital of Scotland is one of the most historical cities in the world, its... -

If you’re looking for an easy and cost-effective way to save on energy bills, then improving the energy efficiency of your home should be a top priority. Whether you want to reduce emissions or simply lower your utility costs, taking steps to... -

With so many options available, it can be difficult to choose the perfect wreath for your front door. Fortunately, Amazon has a wide selection of high-quality wreaths that are both beautiful and affordable. You won’t have to feel overwhelmed... -

Pitigliano is one of the three tuff towns in southern Tuscany, the other two being Sovano and Sorano. This medieval hill town’s history goes back to the 6th century BC. Although there are remains from the prehistoric life on the site, the oldest... -

Like many people with a lot of books, I keep track of my library with an app/website, tagging books with keywords to better filter and find them. The tags I use move from general terms like "architecture" (the most) and "fiction" (the least) to... -

Step inside House T, the latest creation by XSTUDIO in Tejeda, Spain ? a village celebrated for its volcanic splendor and unique terrain. This minimalist single-family home, crafted in 2023, stands with a quiet confidence amidst the dramatic... -

Observing how nature can slowly take back its rights is fascinating in a world where the human footprint is increasingly predominantly. This new series of photos entitled “When Nature Reclaims Its Rights� takes us on a striking visual journey,... -

Norra Tornen, built by OMA, is a contemporary architectural work and a unique apartment building, divided into two buildings, Helix and Innovationen, located in Stockholm, skyscraperz skyscraperz skyscraperz The post Norra... -

Here are the five ksours (fortified hill towns) dating from the 11th century in Mzab Valley, Algeria. Ghardaïa Founded in 1048, Ghardaïa is the chief town in the Mzab Valley. It comprises white, pink, and red clay houses built around a... -

Australian-based Studio Minosa has shared photos of a kitchen and bathroom renovation they completed for a Sydney suburban home owned by a design-conscious couple. -

  Editors’ Choice 2023 Skyscraper Competition Kai Tang, Qingxiang Li, Songjiang Han, Yonglei Li, Xinyi Li China   In the context of global warming and the increasing variability and diversity of skyscrapers, we ask two questions: Can... -

The Citadel of Blaye, designed by the famous military engineer Sébastien Vauban, was built between 1685 and 1689 on the Gironde Estuary in France. The citadel’s construction took place during the reign of Louis XIV to protect the city of Bordeaux.... -

This building complex at 1258 Changde Road, Shanghai, Feng Shui, a Chinese philosophical system of harmonizing people with their surrounding environment. Those looking out the window will have a view of a 50-meter-high mountain. The artificial... -