DUNSHAUGHLIN (IE) - McGarry Ní Éanaigh Architects have designed an impressive, new building for a commuter community outside Dublin (see A10 #26 for their Ballyfermot leisure and youth centre). In a satellite town called Dunshaughlin, located 30 kilometres northwest of the city, they have turned a complex brief into a smart and likable building.Dunshaughlin's...
ÖSTERSUND (SE) - 42 architects' proposal is a 'place for all' that has minimal impact on nature.
During the last ten years or so, there has been growing interest in Europe for architecture that packages nature as a tourist attraction. Whereas in the past, nature lovers arriving at their destination – be it a mountain, a wetland or a forest –...
RIGA (LV) - GMARP have turned a simple supermarket into a contemporary local landmark.
In Riga, there is a story behind every new project. Sometimes the...
OOSTVAARDERSPLASSEN (NL) - Architectural and ecological landscaping skills merge in the nature reserve visitors centre designed by Olaf Gipser and Vista.
In the...
PARIS (FR) - Atelier du Pont's discreet social housing project is characterized by its thermal performance and natural elegance.
This small social housing...
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