Blending Tradition and Modernity in a Singaporean Home
A Chinese couple in Singapore redesigned their apartment to blend tradition and modernity. They transformed the living room into a study for their sons and preserved a vintage teakwood staircase. Creative solutions enhanced the space, fostering family togetherness and showcasing the power of thoughtful design.
Jackfruit processing unit and community centre
A government funded Jackfruit processing plant in rural Meghalaya is part of a farmers' cooperative, which serves not just as a space for production and movement of goods but also as a community centre to an isolated populace. The facility takes into consideration the needs of its users, climatic conditions and the realities of the remote location whilst providing an affordable intervention with value added benefits.
Architectural Intelligence 2024: AIA International Conference Concludes in Hong Kong
The AIA International Conference 2024, held from October 23rd to 27th, brought together a vibrant mix of architects, designers, and thought leaders in Hong Kong, all united under the theme "Architectural Intelligence." Hosted by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this year’s conference took place at The Henderson, a stunning architectural marvel designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, providing a breathtaking backdrop for discussions on the future of architecture.
Introducing CM Jao - Jury Member of the K-DESIGN AWARD
We are excited to highlight CM Jao, co-founder of Oft Interiors Ltd and a respected jury member of the K-DESIGN AWARD. A graduate of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Design, CM specializes in innovative shopping malls and leisure spaces.
Hong Kong at Venice Biennale 2025: "Projecting Future Heritage" Reclaims the Architecture of the Everyday
The Hong Kong exhibition at the 2025 Venice Biennale Architettura, titled Projecting Future Heritage: A Hong Kong Archive, will open on May 10 at Campo della Tana. Responding to the Biennale's overarching theme, "Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective", the exhibition repositions Hong Kong’s public infrastructures—many born in its post-war decades—as powerful demonstrations of “collective intelligens” and foundations for future heritage.
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