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Mountain challenge. We have all noticed how, over the last four decades, China has rapidly urbanized, resulting in densely populated cities. With the growth of domestic tourism, city dwellers are seeking rural retreats, finding solace in nature. Architecture and design have often become the driving force behind new spaces where people can live new experiences. Many of these new spaces are located in remote, previously unthinkable, and often incredible places. Designed by More Architecture and located three hours from Shanghai, the Floating Hotel is a structure that fosters an immersive relationship with the surrounding natural environment. The hotel features a large and striking roof reminiscent of traditional Chinese architecture, designed to blend harmoniously with the surrounding mountains. The design promotes a seamless transition with nature, with guests moving beneath the roof, crossing terraces, and between rooms enclosed in glass. 🙌 What’s your take? # 350 ARCHITECTURE, China 👉 More content on our website and subscribe to the weekly newsletter; the link to the featured news is in the first comment below. 🎯 If you want to learn more about our transformative approach to generating growth (yes, what we call innovation marketing!), feel free to write me privately. MORE Architecture, Daan Roggeveen More about this topics follow #MaurizioRibotti #innovationmarketing #cultureofmodernbusiness #luxury #premium #lifestyle #DRUMROLL --- All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s). Contact us to add you as a reference or content removal.

OMA’s David Gianotten and Chiaju Lin have designed the Metropolitan Village in Taipei – a high-rise residential tower in the Xinyi central business district. The 23-storey building is a vertical village shaped by the increasingly fluid boundary between living and working in post-pandemic Taipei, and the city’s diverse urban conditions.   The Metropolitan Village consists of volumes that share a central services core. The volumes – each with a distinctive façade – interlock with each other to create more than 30 different living unit types that support various post-pandemic lifestyles. The building has shared facilities on different floors, which create layers of social spaces in Taipei.   The building site is defined by the front and back sides that are distinctive in scale and character: the front side faces a 40m wide main road of the Xinyi commercial area; the back side is a 6m wide street within the Wenchang district infused with local daily activities. The volumes forming the Metropolitan Village respond to the different proportions of the buildings in Xinyi and Wenchang.   The main façade is composed of a curtain wall system and aluminum panels that form a durable skin for the machine for living in. Where the living spaces that require minimal privacy are located, patterned glass – commonly used in the interior of old Taiwanese apartments as partitions – has been used for the balustrades. Activities behind the patterned glass become a mosaic indicative of domesticity. The project is scheduled for completion in 2027.   Images by WAX Architectural Visualizations https://lnkd.in/eB3q3fYQ

While I'm busy in healthy building projects that also have an environmental factor in Europe, cities that cool the planet, China is on the same AND another course. The 'dystopian' future is upon us. People living completely separate from nature and outdoors. This is a rather luxury building that is also a city of 20,000 people. It is the Regent International Apartment in Qianjiang. Built by Alicia Loo, also the designer of the Singapore Sands Hotel. It was built in 2013 and has an S-shape. 39 floors with restaurants, pools, supermarkets and internet cafes. It might be a solution to climate change and the heated planet if they manage to hold their electricity supply strong and their indoor climate non-toxic... What do you feel, my dear tribe, can YOU still be nature in a building like this? Don't forget that concrete is nature too and it will be designed with lots of indoor plants and stuff. You see that in all modern buildings in Asia and the Middle East... Here's the full story. https://lnkd.in/dF8qmrib #architecture #buildings #healthybuildings #nature #cultures

By considering the alignment of our homes and workplaces with the universal forces embedded in Feng Shui principles, we pave the way for a future where our built environments seamlessly coexist with nature, fostering harmony, balance, and well-being. https://hubs.ly/Q02btw7J0

A few days ago, I visited one of the Philippines' most stunning islands for a workday trip. Standing high above the lush landscape, I couldn't help but envision how this pristine location could be transformed into a luxurious villa retreat without compromising its natural beauty. When considering such a development, the challenge is to blend sophisticated design with environmental stewardship. Here’s how Studio-id8 would approach it: Site Sensitivity: The design would be tailored to the island’s unique topography. Elevated structures with minimal footprint can offer panoramic views while preserving the natural terrain. Sustainable Materials: Utilising locally sourced, eco-friendly materials not only reduces the carbon footprint but also integrates the development into the local context. Adaptive Design: Incorporating features such as green roofs and natural ventilation systems can help maintain the island’s microclimate and enhance guest comfort. Low Impact Infrastructure: Infrastructure would be designed to minimise disruption to the landscape, employing techniques like elevated walkways and minimal excavation. Cultural Harmony: Collaborating with local artisans and communities ensures that the design respects and reflects the island’s cultural heritage. By focusing on these principles, we can create a luxury destination that harmoniously coexists with its environment, offering an unparalleled experience while safeguarding the natural wonder that makes it so special. 🌊✨When choosing a luxury getaway, how important is it to you that the development prioritises environmental preservation? #SustainableDesign #ArchitecturalExcellence #EcoFriendly #IslandRetreat #DesignInspiration #HotelDevelopment #Studioid8 #id8ThoughtLab 

Unlike the planning of Singapore that has been well documented, the urban design of Singapore has not been so. My urban design colleagues and I decided it was timely to embark on a publication to share insights into URA’s urban design strategies and the rationale for various policies and guidelines. Yesterday, URA launched a urban design guidebook series starting with the first “A Distinctive & Delightful City” and the second “A green & Liveable City”. This guidebook series aim to demystify the work of urban designers and illuminate the impact of their work in shaping Singapore. The books are organised by the outcomes we aim to achieve such as how to craft a city that is distinctive and delightful, one that is green and liveable and one that is connected and healthy. These outcomes would not be possible without the close partnership of the private sector architects and developers. Examples of how they interpret URA’s urban design intentions and guidelines to achieve contextually-sensitive designs that elevate the quality of our cityscape are showcased in the books to inspire us. A word of thanks to the many partner agencies for sharing our urban design vision and working alongside us. Do check out and download the urban design guidebooks here: https://lnkd.in/gmMkahAK I want to shout out to my co-editor Lay Bee Yap and the undaunted Nicholas Li with Serene Tng kimmy cheung Xiao Wei Lim Clifford A. Andrew Fassam Jun Hao Chan and the URA graphics team for putting the books together! #sgarchitecture #singaporearchitecture #sgarchitects #urbandesign #sgurbandesign #architectureurbandesignexcelkence #aude

Originally posted by the International Feng Shui Guild. “Love when the mainstream talks about the value and benefits of Feng Shui. We know it's amazing. But we love when others share it too! Thanks Architectural Digest!” https://lnkd.in/gc9YCeaw #fengshui #architecturaldigest #intlfengshuiguild #ifsguild #ifsg #whatisfengshui

Explore this article to understand the key differences between the 2 green certifications, SGLS and SGBP.

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Imagine an abandoned highway brought to life as a thriving green sanctuary in the heart of Shanghai. 💗 Today, we want to spotlight the innovative Shanghai Lowline Park—a project turning an unused industrial underbelly into a vibrant hub of nature and culture. This groundbreaking endeavour from Fish Design isn't just a park; it's a renaissance of urban space. Here's what sets the Shanghai Lowline Park apart: 📍 Location Innovation: Nestled along a deserted sunken highway, the park gives a second life to forgotten urban landscapes, enriching Shanghai's environment. 📐 Immersive Design: Beyond adding greenery, the park’s immersive design honours its industrial past while infusing nature into every corner, crafting interactive experiences. 🌳 Nature's Return: With an extensive array of flora and fauna, the Lowline not only offers a burst of fresh air but a haven for wildlife amidst the city sprawl. 🫶 Cultural Fusion: The park embodies Shanghai's spirit with artistic touchpoints and historical narratives that unpack the city's rich tapestry for all visitors. ♻️ Sustainability at Core: By integrating green technology, such as rainwater collections and solar lighting, the Lowline sets benchmarks for eco-conscious urban design. 🫂 Community First: Shaped by public insight, the park reflects the community's heartbeat, driven by collaborative workshops and inclusive planning. The Shanghai Lowline Park exemplifies how dormant urban spaces can be astoundingly reborn, fostering green, cultural, and communal vitality. Photos by Pan Shan & Inter-mountain_Wu Qingshan & Rucker Park #MASSIVartLoves #UrbanDevelopment #Innovation #GreenSpaces #ShanghaiLowline #CommunityEngagement #SustainableDesign #FishDesign