Architecture Stuttgart’s new Public Library Architecture November 28, 2011 Stuttgart’s new Public Library Stuttgart is now a bibliophile’s paradise. The new Public Library by Eun Young Yi is a celebration of the books it houses, and a masterpiece of contemporary architecture. Full Article
Architecture A tower of mythical proportions Architecture November 25, 2011 A tower of mythical proportions The myth about a sea serpent in the lake of Seljord, Norway has become an integral part of how the local people conceive its majestic landscape. The municipality of Seljord decided to use this mythical feature as a point of departure for devdevelopment. Full Article
Architecture Learning curve Architecture November 15, 2011 Learning curve Merging functionality with aesthetics, this Brutalist-inspired Spanish playschool has us ready to head back to kindergarten. Full Article
Architecture Underwater office Architecture November 7, 2011 Underwater office You would be forgiven for mistaking Spanish company Hidrosalud’s offices for the secret lair of Aquaman. The blue lighting, slick surfaces and underwater appeal had us fooled too. Full Article
Architecture World Architecture Festival winners announced Architecture November 4, 2011 World Architecture Festival winners announced The first twelve winning projects of the World Architecture Festival have been revealed. Unfortunately none of the South African projects in the running walked away with first prize but we’re still awfully proud of them all. Full Article
Architecture Beach babe gets a makeover Architecture November 2, 2011 Beach babe gets a makeover A Sea Point apartment that sat on the market because potential buyers thought it was “too small and poky” has been transformed into a contemporary, airy, beach-front bombshell. Full Article
Architecture iKhaya Trust nabs award Architecture November 2, 2011 iKhaya Trust nabs award The iKhaya Trust, nestled in the “Long Street of Kayamandi” has recently been acknowldeged with an ‘Award of Merit’ from the Cape Institute for Architecture. Full Article
Architecture The apex of architectural design Architecture November 2, 2011 The apex of architectural design Egyptians eat your hearts out. Japanese architects Eastern Design Office have turned an unwanted, triangular shaped lot on a street corner into an unreal apartment block that makes the pyramids look as outdated as they really are. Full Article
