Omloop Farmhouse / hé! architectuur
27 May
In the 1990's, Marc and Ann bought a 'turnkey farmhouse-style' home in the Pajottenland. Their two daughters grew up in the house. Both Marc and Ann work in the social sector.
The Kitchen in the New Spatial Economy: 5 Contemporary Design Approaches
27 May
Space has become a luxury in many of the world's most densely populated cities—a growing reality that's hard to ignore. Megacities like Tokyo, Shanghai, Mumbai, Mexico City, and São Paulo already have populations exceeding 20 million, while other urban centers across Asia and Africa continue to expand rapidly. Among these, Delhi stands out: if current trends continue, it is projected to become the most populous city by 2028. As these cities expand, housing—especially new developments—follows a new logic: as square meters shrink, furniture adapts, and daily life learns to fit and thrive in high-density environments. This change isn't just about size; it reflects a new way of living. Where spaciousness once dominated, density now rules. Every corner gains spatial and commercial value, with the kitchen emerging as one of the biggest challenges in housing design today.
Parilly 116 Housing Units / Tectoniques + BBC & associés
27 May
The project is part of the Grand Parilly development project in south-east Lyon: a 20-hectare site at the entrance to the city at the crossroads of major roads, identified as a strategic development sector by the Metropole de Lyon. The urban project organizes comb-shaped blocks around a new landscaped axis, "the green furrow", with thick templates and relatively high density. Tectonique's proposal assumes this density while striving to reduce the impact of the scale of the plots and take advantage of their thickness. While the layout and massing of the buildings comply with town-planning regulations, they have also been guided by a bioclimatic strategy and a concern for integration with the Faubourien urban fabric that remains to the south. The volumetric fragmentation generates a varied floor plan, refining the buildings and creating 92% of through or dual-oriented apartments served by naturally lit corridors.
Designing in the Dark: Buildner Announces 3rd Home of Shadows Winners
27 May
Buildner has announced the results of its third annual Home of Shadows international architecture ideas competition. The competition series is designed to focus on the vital interplay between light and shadow in creating functional and inviting living spaces. It highlights the importance of natural light in home design, essential for creating comfortable, inviting, and practical environments.