Architecture

design sem nome (39)

Researchers are testing transparent wood as a glass alternative

Leave a Comment / Architecture, Engineering /

Transparent wood as a glass alternative could transform modern architecture by replacing brittle materials with a more sustainable option. This organic material provides much greater structural strength, contributing to safer building facades and improved urban thermal performance. In plants, stiffness and darkness come from lignin, a dense organic polymer that forms a cellular network responsible […]

Researchers are testing transparent wood as a glass alternative Read More »

Design Sem Nome 1 1

Japan’s Innovative Floating Home Design for Earthquake Safety

Architecture, Engineering /

In a nation where earthquakes are an everyday reality, Japan has consistently led the way in seismic engineering. Now, a Japanese firm is introducing a groundbreaking — and quite literally uplifting — method of earthquake protection. Founded by inventor Shoichi Sakamoto, Air Danshin Systems Inc. created a seismic system that lifts homes off the ground

Japan’s Innovative Floating Home Design for Earthquake Safety Read More »

Design Sem Nome 2025 10 27T153156.965

Power Lines Come Alive with Massive Animal-Shaped Pylons

Architecture, Engineering /

No one enjoys seeing beautiful landscapes marred by power lines, yet they remain an essential part of modern infrastructure. But what if these structures could shift from being an eyesore to a captivating landmark? That’s the vision behind a creative initiative that reimagines power pylons as enormous animal sculptures. Austrian Power Giants Celebrate Regional Identity

Power Lines Come Alive with Massive Animal-Shaped Pylons Read More »

Design Sem Nome 2025 10 16T092759.806

Scientists Developed the First ‘Living’ Cement that Generates Energy and could Reshape Construction

Architecture, Engineering /

Is traditional cement—the kind we’ve known since childhood for laying floors or building walls—nearing its end? In Denmark, researchers have surprised the world with the creation of “living cement.” Beyond construction, this innovative material can also store and generate energy. Scientists at Aarhus University achieved the breakthrough by integrating the bacterium Shewanella oneidensis—renowned for its

Scientists Developed the First ‘Living’ Cement that Generates Energy and could Reshape Construction Read More »

2 35

Striking Geometric Cabin Operates Entirely Off-Grid

Architecture, Engineering /

Featuring a distinctive design of interlocking cuboid forms, The Nest is a prefabricated retreat by Daria Sheina Studio, tucked away in a remote natural setting. Designed to function entirely off-grid, the cabin offers its owners a peaceful getaway surrounded by breathtaking scenery. A Challenging Delivery and Swift Assembly Developed in partnership with BC Passive House,

Striking Geometric Cabin Operates Entirely Off-Grid Read More »

2 29

LA’s Futuristic Lucas Museum Prepares for 2026 Debut

Architecture, Engineering, Tech /

After years of anticipation, the visually striking Lucas Museum of Narrative Art—designed by MAD Architects—is finally nearing completion in Los Angeles, with plans to open its doors to the public in 2026. From Controversy to Reinvention Spearheaded by filmmaker George Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson, the museum has followed a dramatic path worthy of

LA’s Futuristic Lucas Museum Prepares for 2026 Debut Read More »

2 21

Suspended Pool Hovers Over National Park at Striking Thai Retreat

Architecture, Engineering, Tech, Uncategorized /

A breathtaking new resort has made its debut near Thailand’s Khao Yai National Park, thanks to Bangkok-based architectural firm Urban Praxis. While the accommodations are noteworthy on their own, it’s the dramatic, semi-cantilevered transparent pool that truly steals the spotlight. Thailand’s First National Park Provides a Scenic Backdrop Founded in 1962, Khao Yai holds the

Suspended Pool Hovers Over National Park at Striking Thai Retreat Read More »

2 13

Layered Structures Shape Striking Towers Inspired by Lanterns

Architecture, Engineering, Tech /

Emerging from the landscape like oversized traditional lanterns, Hatai is a visually distinctive development featuring a pair of towers. Heatherwick Studio conceived the project to accommodate two hotels and aims to bring new vibrancy to the city’s skyline. Architectural Inspiration Rooted in Thai Tradition Located in Bangkok’s Silom district, Hatai evokes memories of the studio’s

Layered Structures Shape Striking Towers Inspired by Lanterns Read More »

Design Sem Nome 2025 07 18T094810.622

Turning Point? Saudi Giga-Project May Be Reassessed

Architecture, Engineering /

A recent news report suggests Saudi authorities are reevaluating the feasibility of the Line, one of the most ambitious and seemingly impractical architectural projects. While no decisions have been made, the review could impact its bold vision. The Line is central to Saudi Arabia’s shift from oil to tourism and technology. The project envisions a

Turning Point? Saudi Giga-Project May Be Reassessed Read More »

2 9

Circular Home Designed Around a Series of Sunken Courtyards

Architecture, Engineering, Tech /

Situated on a picturesque lakeside site in Lithuania, the architectural firm YCL has crafted a strikingly unconventional countryside residence. Named Villa O, this 237-sq-m (2,550-sq-ft) home departs from traditional design norms, embracing a circular form punctuated by four sunken garden courtyards that seamlessly integrate nature into the architecture. Radial Layout with Panoramic Views Rejecting the

Circular Home Designed Around a Series of Sunken Courtyards Read More »

Scroll to Top