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Deamicisarchitetti have completed the restoration of a 1912 former cinema and transformed it into a sports center for Virgin Active after being closed in 2007 due to the decline in movie theaters

Ex Cinema Maestoso Renovation and Restoration

Preserving the building's historical essence while integrating modern elements, deamicisarchitetti under the leadership of Giacomo De Amicis restore and renovate the Ex Cinema Maestoso, built in 1912, demonstrating a balance between historical preservation, modern aesthetics, and urban functionality, making it an architectural highlight in Milan’s contemporary landscape.

Jorgensen Farms

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Restoring a historic barn, Jonathan Barnes Architecture and Design gives emphasis on the integration of nature and architecture, showcasing the site’s natural beauty, including flower gardens and agricultural fields

Westerville, Ohio Jonathan Barnes Architecture and Design (JBAD) restores the Jorgensen Farms, a historic, 100-acre working organic farm and event venue located in Plain Township in Central Ohio and designs…

Greenway System

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Meyer Studio Land Architects’ Heartwood, taking shape in Omaha, Nebraska, sets a new standard for sustainable design and provides the city with an enduring natural asset

The Heartwood Greenway System, designed by Meyer Studio Land Architects, is a groundbreaking landscape project in Omaha, Nebraska, that seamlessly integrates flood control, ecological restoration, and public recreation.

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Drawing inspiration from the lakefront topography and its natural surroundings, BLUR Workshop completes a multi-use event space where transparency between programmatic elements maintains visual connectivity

Located an hour and a half east of Atlanta, the Gathering House designed by Tim Keepers of BLUR Workshop is a lounge and multi-use event space for residents and guests of The Homesteads - Reynolds Lake Oconee community.

Paralympic Center of Latvia

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Local’s Paralympic Center of Latvia stands as a testament to thoughtful design, fostering a sense of community while promoting physical activity and well-being

LOCAL in collaboration with RUUME arhitekti have designed a state-of-the-art sports facility for the Latvian Paralympic Committee whose design emphasizes inclusivity, seamlessly integrating sports facilities with natural landscapes.

Resilient Roots

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Providing a sustainable vision for growth and equity, HMC Architects have designed the Resilient Roots Community Center to empower the neighborhood by offering resources for economic development and self-sufficiency

The Resilient Roots Community Center, designed by James Krueger of HMC Architects, is a visionary sustainable project that consists a farm lab and a student housing initiative that serves as an equity center, aiming to empower the local community by providing resources for self-sufficiency and economic growth.

Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Inglewood Field Office Replacement

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Paul Murdoch’s replacement facility not only modernizes the DMV’s presence in Inglewood but also serves as a model for sustainable public building design in California

Replacing an obsolete Department of Motor Vehicles facility in Inglewood, California, Paul Murdoch Architects have created the first new Zero Net Energy building designed for the DMV and California Department of General Services.

Rural Pocket

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Integrating prefabricated wood construction, social space planning, and Passive House standards, the University of Arkansas Community Design Center creates an energy-efficient and community-oriented living environment

University of Arkansas Community Design Center's Rural Pocket Neighborhood exemplifies a holistic approach to affordable housing by merging social, material, and energy systems.

Artis- Naples Baker Museum

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Improving the tourist experience, Weiss/Manfredi Architects renovate the Artis-Naples Baker Museum by establishing hospitable areas facilitating direct communication between the performing and visual arts departments

The Baker Museum's renovation and expansion, designed by New York-based architects Michael Manfredi and Marion Weiss of Weiss/Manfredi Architects, has launched Artis-Naples Baker Museum into the future—matching the physical growth of the museum with the aspirational growth of the institution.

Volumetric Urban Space

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Focusing on creating dynamic, multi-dimensional spaces within urban contexts, LESS Architects’ Volumetric Urban Space aims to foster social interaction by creating communal spaces where people can gather

Situated in the heart of a historic district adjacent to the Chosun Palace, the Volumetric Urban Space by LESS Architects is a structure that changes the traditional concepts of urban space and create environments that are interactive, flexible, and responsive to the needs of city dwellers.

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