Four crew members are currently spending 378 days pretending Earth is 140 million miles away inside a 1,700-square-foot structure at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, according to space agency documentation. Ross Elder, Ellen Ellis, Matthew Montgomery, and James Spicer entered Mars Dune Alpha on October 19, 2025, to participate in the second Crew Health … Read more
ARVIE Bangkok by Pachapasa Studio transforms an existing residential property and its surrounding garden in the Yannawa district into a contemporary restaurant and hospitality venue, retaining the original structure while removing internal partitions to form a continuous dining room, according to design details reported by Tripoom Chongpipatanasook. Pachapasa Studio Converts Yannawa House Into Continuous Dining … Read more
Space-habitat thinking has officially touched down on Earth, as SAGA Space Architects applies extreme lunar and underwater design principles to a compact timber summerhouse in Zealand, Denmark, according to designboom reporting. Named EcoNeo, the 35-square-meter dwelling accommodates six people while drastically cutting down on carbon emissions through digital fabrication and biogenic materials. How SAGA Space … Read more
The Rise of the Vertical Timber Home: Redefining Compact Living The traditional image of the family home is shifting. As urban land becomes scarcer and the climate crisis demands a radical rethink of building materials, we are seeing a surge in “vertical living.” The Tower House in Switzerland’s Rhine Valley serves as a blueprint for … Read more
The Rise of the Multifunctional Architectural Core Modern urban living is shifting away from traditional cellular layouts. Instead of dividing a home into rigid, isolated rooms, designers are embracing the concept of a “central core.” This approach consolidates essential functions into one architectural element, freeing up the rest of the floor plan for fluidity and … Read more
The Rising Tide of Elevated Living: How Stilts are Shaping the Future of Home Design From flood-prone deltas to scenic coastal landscapes, houses on stilts are experiencing a global resurgence. Once considered a niche solution for challenging environments, elevated homes are now gaining traction as a sustainable, resilient, and aesthetically compelling architectural choice. This trend … Read more
Thom Yorke’s Roman Retreat: The Rise of Wabi-Sabi in Luxury Interiors Musician Thom Yorke and actress Dajana Roncione’s newly renovated Roman apartment, a former home of Italian novelist Italo Calvino, offers a compelling glimpse into a growing trend: the embrace of wabi-sabi principles in high-end interior design. Architect Serena Mignatti masterfully transformed the 350-square-metre penthouse, … Read more
The Rise of Biophilic Brick: How Haven House Signals Future Trends in Sustainable & Sensitive Design Zero Studio’s Haven House in India isn’t just a beautiful home; it’s a microcosm of emerging trends reshaping residential architecture. The project, with its emphasis on locally sourced materials, passive cooling, and deep integration with the surrounding landscape, points … Read more
Reviving the Past, Building the Future: Trends in Mid-Century Modern Home Renovation The recent renovation of TH Residence in East Sussex by DeDraft exemplifies a growing trend: breathing new life into mid-century modern homes. Rather than demolition and new builds, homeowners are increasingly choosing to restore and expand these architectural gems, prioritizing sustainability and a … Read more
The Rise of Regenerative Architecture: Building for a Circular Future The architectural world is undergoing a quiet revolution. Forget simply “sustainable” – the new buzzword is “regenerative.” This isn’t just about minimizing environmental impact; it’s about actively improving the environment and creating buildings designed for disassembly, reuse, and adaptation. Barry Wark Studio’s Tùr House, with … Read more