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maltese studio AP Valletta refurbishes and extends an 18th-century palazzino in naxxar, malta, introducing a crafted stone screen. a privacy-focused design integrates with the existing architecture, using franka, a maltese softstone, and traditional construction techniques. read more here: https://lnkd.in/es_v5Uze

with an undulating lattice facade, zaha hadid architects' metro station opens in riyadh. the sculptural 'king abdullah financial district (KAFD) metro station' is a key link in the world’s longest driverless transit system. read more here: https://lnkd.in/eJ5Cd5aU

Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral gears up for its reopening on december 8th, 2024, five years after the fire ravaged the church. the day before, an opening ceremony is set to take place in the afternoon, presided over by the archbishop of paris and in the presence of the president of the republic. read more: https://lnkd.in/esbizAWy

the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars ghost series II first drive through provence mirrors Château la Coste’s harmony of art, architecture, and engineering excellence.

yayoi kusama wraps more than 60 trees with her recognizable polka dots before the opening of her major exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria in melbourne. they’re a preview, already welcoming passersby walking down the street ahead of the show’s premiere on december 15th, 2024. read more: https://lnkd.in/eMrJyyPW

wall-less gallery by interdisciplinary artist sepide elmi transforms a long-unused kitchen space within the old beeston factory near kermanshah, iran, into a venue for exhibitions and performances. large windows replace traditional walls, resulting in an open, interactive environment. read more here: https://lnkd.in/eHSgN2Jn

iGuzzini's ‘light shed’ and ‘light shed linen’ integrate acoustic absorption and eco-friendly materials to illuminate work and commercial spaces. ‘light shed,’ featuring high-efficiency LEDs and up to 85% recycled materials, is available in various sizes and colors, offering customizable illumination and sound-absorbing panels for working, retail, hospitality, and infrastructure spaces. it offers powerful, efficient lighting that remains highly comfortable, enhancing the perception of space and promoting visual and perceptual well-being. the ‘light shed linen’ addition made from natural linen fiber composite embraces biophilic design, further reducing the product's environmental impact.

Döppel Studio crafts a collection of twelve luminous ceramic and neon pieces redefining ancient forms. each piece, designed by the creative duo of lionel dinis salazar and jonathan omar, showcases the intersection of history, craftsmanship, and contemporary design, revealing the profound relationship between light and material. exhibited at toolsgalerie in paris, néophore focuses on the shapes of ancient jars and amphorae, reinterpreting them as light containers through the use of ceramic and a specific enamel. read more here: https://lnkd.in/e-UZpwk4

Astet Studio introduces grand hotel mas d’en bruno, a hospitality experience nestled in priorat, a spanish wine region. the hotel draws inspiration from the nature and winemaking heritage of priorat, weaving these influences into every element of the design. burgundy accents appear subtly across the interiors, echoing the renowned regional wines. read more here: https://lnkd.in/eqVcSxwR

Santa & Cole presents bib luz, a lamp conceived by oscar tusquets in 1986 to discern the books’ spines on his shelf. spanish architect oscar tusquets faced the challenge of illuminating bookshelves effectively. Instead of relying on conventional methods, he designed Bib Luz, a lamp that integrates into any shelf while enhancing the visibility of book spines. shaped like a book, bib luz houses its transformer and switch within its body, from which a rigid metal arm extends vertically. at its tip, a spotlight illuminates bookshelves without casting shadows, blending utility with artistic elegance. read more here: https://lnkd.in/e5DMPbWk