South House Tale
South House Tale
South House Tale

Md Al Amin Sohan

The Architect as Mediator of Materials: Lessons from Hybrid Habitats

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Courtesy of Hybrid Habitats With deep roots, sturdy trunks, and the ability to withstand extreme temperatures, date palms (Phoenix dactylifera) are among the species best adapted to the arid desert environment. It is no coincidence that in many local indigenous cultures they are known as the “tree of life,” as their fruits, leaves, and trunks … Read more

Lina Ghotmeh — Architecture Envisions a Landscape-Inspired Desert Dwelling in AlUla, Saudi Arabia

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AlUla Immersive Living Project. AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Render. Image © Lina Ghotmeh — Architecture Lina Ghotmeh — Architecture recently revealed images of the AlUla Immersive Living project, a proposed dwelling envisioned to emerge from the desert landscape of Saudi Arabia. Its form is shaped by the site’s light and wind, rooted in climate, … Read more

Almaty Museum of Arts by Chapman Taylor Opens in Kazakhstan

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Almaty Museum of Arts, Kazakhstan. Image © Alexey Naroditsky The Almaty Museum of Arts has opened in Kazakhstan, establishing a new cultural institution dedicated to contemporary art in Central Asia and internationally. Designed by Chapman Taylor, the museum is located at the foothills of the Tian Shan mountains and encompasses 10,060 square meters. The design … Read more