In a rethinking of the traditional brick, Eco Outdoor has expanded its range with the launch of Mano Bricks, a handcrafted collection made using raw and natural materials. The name Mano, the Italian word for hand, reflects the artisan craftsmanship…
Villa Vipp Puglia, a whitewashed countryside retreat that emerges from the beautiful Pugliese countryside, is the latest guesthouse opening from Danish brand Vipp. It’s an offer that’s hard to refuse – spending a night amongst centuries-old olive groves, overlooking the…
The major exhibition Atmospheric Memory is premiering in Australia at Powerhouse Ultimo, revealing a multi-sensory experience created by Mexican-Canadian artist Rafael Lozano-Hemmer. BAFTA award-winning artist Lozano-Hemmer has dreamed up an interactive environment, which was inspired by the writing of 19th…
James Gorst Architects has adopted a fabric-first and passive design approach to the build of a timber-framed temple complex in rural Hampshire. The practice was commissioned by White Eagle Lodge, a non-denominational multi-faith spiritual organisation, to craft a building that…
Calling on the worldwide design community to unite, Design For Planet Festival returns (from 17th – 18th October 2023) for its third edition and will champion design innovation and advocacy in the face of the climate crisis. This year’s theme…
Inclume Architects has prefabricated Hide, a minimal timber-built cabin to encourage walkers and nature lovers alike to pause and observe nature and wildlife. Nestled in the remote woodlands of Thetford in England, the Hide cabin is a protective enclosure, which…
Through an imaginative use of exposed timber construction, ROAR Architects has designed a structurally decorative rear extension for a terraced house in Walthamstow, London. The project involved a reconfiguration of the internal spatial layout, creating a sociable kitchen for entertaining…
“I believe natural ingredients are precious and I find it fascinating that throughout history the simple touch of oil on the skin has been believed to connect the physical to the spiritual.” Amy Wright, founder at Londe Botanics. Renowned for…
Dorte Mandrup has revealed its design for an Inuit Heritage Centre in the territory of Nunavut in Canada, a sloped building that emerges from a vast tundra. The Danish architecture studious announced as the winner of an international competition seeking…
Iconic British amp manufacturer Marshall pays homage to its first-ever amp with the introduction of the more compact, lightweight Studio JTM. To honour of what would have been founder Jim Marshall’s 100th birthday, the new addition to the Studio series…
The World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) has just released its fifth edition of the Advancing Net Zero Status report, highlighting breakthrough action being taken now to decarbonise the built environment. The report includes examples of industry collaboration and accelerated action,…
Reset Materials, a thought-provoking exhibition that has recently opened at Copenhagen Contemporary, presents biogenic, renewable, and recycled materials as essential building materials for a sustainable, low-carbon future. The Copenhagen-based art centre hosts the showcase of architectural fragments made from 10…
A bold exploration of materials inspired Unknown Works to design a visually engaging pink extension and a playful terraced landscape for Pigment House. The owners tasked Unknown Works with refocusing their four-storey semi-detached terrace to include an open, fluid living…
SODA Studio has designed a new flagship store for artisan dessert company Humble Crumble, echoing the playfulness of the brand and giving a nod to the much-loved crumble toppings in the delectable colour palette. Humble Crumble first opened in Old…
The five winners of the UK Passivhaus Awards have been announced, revealing projects that exemplify the best in Passivhaus design and construction, meeting the gold standard of energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability. Chosen from an impressive shortlist, the winning projects…
