Very Tiny Palazzo (2022)
Designed by: Fala Atelier
Location: Portugal
Photography: Ivo Tavares Studio

Christo and Jeanne-Claude's 'Surrounded Islands' project put Miami on the map in May 1983. To foster the legacy of the project, NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, part of Nova Southeastern University, has now been designated as the permanent home for the 'Surrounded Islands' documentation exhibition, curated by the artists as a permanent archive of the project, including preparatory drawings and collages created by Christo, as well as photographs and photo murals, engineering surveys, environmental studies, permits, correspondence, original components, scale models, and other archival documents that trace the history of the project.

With this monumental gift, the NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale joins the Smithsonian American Art Museum, which acquired the 'Running Fence' documentation exhibition in 2008, as well as the Centre Pompidou in Paris, which owns the 'The Pont Neuf Wrapped' documentation exhibition, and the Reichstag in Berlin, which has the 'Wrapped Reichstag' documentation exhibition on permanent display.

Stay tuned for the museum's first exhibition of the collection in February 2025.
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Images 1, 4–9: Christo and Jeanne-Claude, 'Surrounded Islands, Biscayne Bay, Greater Miami, Florida, 1980–83.' Photos: Wolfgang Volz
Image 2: Christo in his studio working on a preparatory drawing for 'Surrounded Islands,' New York, 1983. Photo: Wolfgang Volz
Image 3: Christo, 'Surrounded Islands (Project for Biscayne Bay, Greater Miami, Florida),' 1982. Graphite, charcoal, pastel, wax crayon, enamel paint, aerial photograph, and fabric sample on paper, 28 x 244 cm and 106.6 x 244 cm. Photo: André Grossmann
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#Christo
#JeanneClaude
#ChristoJeanneClaude
#ChristoandJeanneClaude

So far ahead of his time: way back in 1936, Modernist master Richard Neutra designed this home for Joseph Kun, a native of Hungary and publisher of the Los Angeles Examiner newspaper. The Hollywood Hills home was one of the first "all-electric" houses in Los Angeles. The antique 1930s-era cars look wildly out of place next to the architecture that still looks modern today.

Photo: Julius Shulman 1937; digital restoration by Modernist Collection; © J. Paul Getty Trust. Getty Research Institute, Los Angeles

#richardneutra #midcenturymodern #artdeco

1028arq completes the transformation of a 12-square-meter terrace into a ceramics workshop in Quito, Ecuador, centered around a wooden pergola, fabric sunshades, and its facade. Designed for the sister of Alejandro Ramos, one of the architecture practice’s founders, the studio features a sphere that shapes the sunshades into a dome, evoking a classical element, mirrored on the back wall and facade.

Photo: Carlos Palacios
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#design #workshop #ecuador #ceramic

Kanna is a fishermen’s retreat, a cabin nestled on the shores of Marlens’ water body, offering tranquility and privacy away from prying eyes. Its triangular shape unfolds to reveal the panorama, safeguarding the majesty of the mountains. Standing at a height of 4.50 meters, it enables precise lure casting and effortless fishing. Poetic and practical, Kanna entices both fishing enthusiasts and wanderers seeking escape.

#LaureFriès #France #fisherman
#hut #cabin #design

In 1964, architect Richard Neutra designed the Stone-Fisher Platform Houses in Los Angeles for a developer who supervised the construction. Because of poor construction techniques, the Neutra office disavowed the Stone-Fisher Platform Houses. Thirty years later, in 1994, the Northridge earthquake revealed the hazards of these structural faults when three houses became unmoored from their foundations and tumbled down the hillside.

Photo: Julius Shulman, 1965; ©J. Paul Getty Trust. Getty Research Institute, Los Angeles; digital restoration by Modernist Collection

#richardneutra #midcenturymodern #losangelesarchitecture

The multi-building Toronto–Dominion Centre was built in the mid-1960s and is considered an icon of rationalist Modernism. Mies van der Rohe's refined, minimalist design was a declaration of grandeur and marked Toronto’s arrival on the world stage.

Photo: Balthazar Korab, circa 1968; Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division

#miesvanderrohe #torontoarchitecture #ModernArchitecture

One of southern California's most prominent modernist architecture firms was A.C. Martin, who designed the 1965 Ivy Lawn Memorial Park Building in Ventura.

Photo: Julius Shulman, 1966; ©J. Paul Getty Trust. Getty Research Institute, Los Angeles; digital restoration by Modernist Collection

#midcenturymodern #breezeblocks #losangelesarchitecture

Zibo OCT Art Center, designed by Studio Zhu-Pei, is a cultural hub in Zibo, Shandong, China, inspired by the traditional Chinese "Heyuan" layout. This contemporary interpretation features a central courtyard surrounded by multiple buildings, fostering community engagement and cultural exchange.

The permeable, overhanging eaves and annular form reflect local cultural identity and address regional climatic conditions. The courtyard hosts gatherings and semi-outdoor activities, while the tactile roughness of concrete roofs and masonry stone walls enhances its regional relevance. This design creates dynamic, column-free spaces that encourage immersive experiences.

Atelier Alejandro Borrego shines a light on local materials and craft in this serene residence that blurs the indoors and outdoors.

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#craft #residence #AtelierAlejandroBorrego

INDERGARTEN is a collection of limited edition pieces designed by Berlin-based Taiwanese design duo Yellow Nose Studio, with the all-black versions and book of the project presented exclusively by METER.

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Sculpting Archetypes is a series of minimalist chairs by the Antwerp and Brussels-based design studio, Destroyers/Builders. Released in 2024, Sculpting Archetypes includes two seating designs: the “Dining” and “Low” chairs. Each version offers a simple, timeless design that balances the juxtaposition of hardness and softness along with traditional and contemporary design aesthetics.

#brussels #sculptingarchetypes

Habitat 67, a pioneering residential project designed by Safdie Architects in Montréal, set a transformative precedent for urban housing with its modular prefabrication approach. Initially created as the centerpiece for the 1967 Montreal World Exposition, this project aimed to integrate the spatial qualities of suburban living into a high-density urban context. Comprising 365 prefabricated modules, Habitat 67 forms 158 unique residences, each featuring private roof gardens and open spaces, merging suburban amenities with urban convenience. Despite facing challenges related to scaling and costs, Habitat 67 has remained an architectural icon, significantly influencing global design trends and continuing to be a celebrated residential complex.

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The General Motors Technical Center in Warren, Michigan, designed by Eero Saarinen, represents a milestone in modernist architecture. Completed in 1952, this sprawling campus features sleek glass and steel buildings that exemplify Saarinen's commitment to functional and aesthetic innovation. The layout includes a central design dome and various specialized laboratories, reflecting the era's industrial optimism. Saarinen's work here set new standards for corporate campuses, emphasizing collaboration and technological advancement in design.

#eerosaarinen #modernistarchitecture #GMTechnicalCenter

Does anyone do better rooflines than William Kessler? This futuristic building at Michigan's Olivet College was designed in the early 1960s. Kessler is one of the lesser-known 20th century modernists, but his beautiful work, mostly in and around Michigan, is getting renewed attention in the last few years.

Photo: Balthazar Korab, 1964; Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division; digital restoration by Modernist Collection

#midcenturymodern #olivetuniverity #googiearchitecture

Farmworker’s House is a minimal residence located in Cornwall, United Kingdom, designed by Hugh Strange Architects.

#house #Cornwall
#HughStrangeArchitects

Bough Terrace is a minimal home located in London, United Kingdom, designed by Tuckey Design Studio.

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#london #home
#TuckeyDesignStudio

Studio for a Potter is a minimalist space located in London, United Kingdom, designed by Clementine Blakemore Architects.

#london #potter
#ClementineBlakemoreArchitects

Joshua Beck and Joana Gomes founded co-lab in 2010 in Los Angeles. In 2013, the studio moved to Tulum. For them, design is a ******* ulative process, not a product of "genius sketches".

Joshua Beck has 26 years of experience in the field of architecture and building combined. He was also a trained wooden boat builder and a skilled craftsman. Joana Gomes graduated in architecture from the University of Porto (FAUP) in 2005 and joined Rotterdam-based architecture firm MVRDV as a designer in 2006. They are inspired by the natural beauty of the Yucatan Peninsula and the studio aspires to connect indivuals with Nature through their design projects, blending the built environment with the surrounding landscape.The studio is committed to sustainable design principles and works with locally sourced natural materials, resulting in spaces that are harmonious with their environment.

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Not only the visit to the Pavilion inspires! ✨ 📚 In the shop, the selection of books on contemporary architecture, books about the Mies van der Rohe Pavilion, the catalogues of the Eumies awards and artistic interventions at the Pavilion expand the experience!

Here you will also find, in addition to books, stationery, souvenirs and other inspiring articles related to the world of architecture and design.

Foto: annamas_photo
#shopmies #miesvanderrohe #lillyreich #pabellonbarcelona #barcelona #arquitecturabarcelona #Architecture #architectureshop #miesbcn

Nhân sự kiện triển lãm kiến trúc WEDOX được tổ chức vào tháng 11 năm 2024, @notes thực hiện một cuộc trò chuyện ngắn với kiến trúc sư Nguyễn Hoàng Mạnh (MIA Design Studio) tại Sài Gòn. Anh đã cung cấp nhiều thông tin về công việc hiện tại của MIA và đặc biệt là suy nghĩ của anh về chuỗi sự kiện triển lãm WEDO.

#wedox #Architecture #exhibition #vietnam

The Noisy-le-Grand Car Park in Noisy-le-Grand, France, is a dramatic testament to brutalist architecture. Designed with imposing concrete forms and striking geometric patterns, the car park transcends its utilitarian purpose to become a sculptural icon in the suburban landscape. The raw, unadorned concrete emphasizes the structure's industrial aesthetic, creating a bold visual dialogue with its surroundings. This building not only meets the practical needs of parking but also serves as a piece of public art, reflecting the innovative spirit of its time.

#brutalistarchitecture #NoisyLeGrand #UrbanArt

The ACROS Fukuoka project by Emilio Ambasz offers a compelling answer by merging urban development with lush greenery. This unique agro-urban model fulfills both the developer's need for profitability and the public's desire for open green spaces. The north facade presents a sleek urban exterior, while the south side extends a park into a series of terraced gardens, topped with a stunning belvedere overlooking the harbor. Under these terraces lies a multifunctional space with an exhibition hall, theater, offices, and retail areas, ensuring the building serves diverse community needs.
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Emilio Ambasz masterfully balanced the commercial and public interests in Fukuoka's last large undeveloped plot. His design maximizes income potential for developers while doubling the adjacent Tenjin Central Park's size. The building steps up in terraced gardens, offering serene spaces for city dwellers and acting as a natural sound barrier. Reflecting pools and a glass atrium bring light and tranquility indoors. The facade on the financial street features angled glass floors, creating an awning effect and enhancing the urban landscape. This design ensures the park and building are intertwined, giving back the land it occupies and creating a harmonious urban space.
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Photographs: Suns Hung, Hiromi Watanabe – Watanabe Studios
#Sustainable #UrbanDesign #greenspaces #incities #UrbanForestCity #GreenArchitecture

Located in the the Hollywood Hills, the Chemosphere is a Modernist house designed by John Lautner in 1960. The flying-saucer shaped building, which the Encyclopedia Britannica once called "the most modern house in the world" is admired both for the ingenuity of its solution to its "unbuildable" site and for its unique octagonal design.

Photo: Julius Shulman, 1961; digital restoration by Modernist Collection; © J. Paul Getty Trust. Getty Research Institute, Los Angeles

#johnlautner #googiearchitecture #losangelesrealestate

Constructed in 1960, the National Congress Palace is a multi-building complex that serves as the meeting place of the Brazilian national legislature. It was designed by architect Oscar Niemeyer as part of Brasilia, the country's planned Capitol city of strikingly Modernist government buildings.

Photo: Gustavo Leighton
#brasilia #OscarNiemeyer #ModernArchitecture

In the late 1950s, Eero Saarinen designed the John Deere headquarters in Illinois, where this basement-level record-keeping space is a gridded study in minimalist precision. Each custom-designed desk seems to hover weightlessly on a central pillar, instead of standing on four legs. A hallmark of the era are the manual typewriters and ashtrays on each desk.

Photo: Balthazar Korab, circa 1962; Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Division; Digital restoration by Modernist Collection

#eerosaarinen #johndeere #officedesign

The Johnson Wax Headquarters, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and completed in 1939 in Racine, Wisconsin, stands as a masterpiece of modern architecture. Notable for its "Great Workroom," the building features innovative dendriform columns that resemble lily pads, supporting a light-filled open space.

Constructed using materials like Pyrex glass tubing, concrete, and brick, Wright incorporated natural light and organic forms, emphasizing his philosophy of organic architecture. The building, along with its adjoining 1950 research tower, has been recognized as a National Historic Landmark since 1976, underscoring its significant impact on architectural design.

Maison Bordeaux le Pecq, designed by Claude Parent between 1963 and 1965, is a modernist gem located in Bois-le-Roy, Normandy. This unique house exemplifies Parent’s “fonction oblique” theory, featuring sloping roofs and minimal walls to allow space to dominate. The single-story home includes a reception area, mezzanine study/library, master suite, three bedrooms, and additional facilities. Set on 3.5 hectares, it offers views of the countryside, a tennis court, and is just 90 km from Paris.

#ClaudeParent #MaisonBordeauxLePecq #modernistarchitecture

Comprehensive Architectural Encyclopedia of CCTV Headquarters project (Beijing, China).

Design by architect Rem Koolhaas.

#RemKoolhaas #China

We love this Bauhaus-era police school, built in Berlin circa 1931. The industrial-functionalist design by architect Conrad Beckmann is perfectly complemented by Marcel Breuer's tubular chrome furniture.

Photos by Hugo Schmölz; digital restoration by Modernist Collection

#Bauhaus #marcelbreuer #minimalistdesign