Climate & Resources

Innovative construction

Hardwald Observation Tower in Switzerland

With the observation tower in the Hardwald forest in Switzerland, the architecture firm Luna Productions has created a contemporary symbol of circular timber construction.

Nominee DETAIL Award 2024

Barn-Like Museum Extension

The nominees for the Detail Award 2024 have been announced: The Faith Museum by Niall McLaughlin Architects is an extension of a Grade I listed castle, positioned along the line of a medieval retaining wall from the original castle complex.

Nominee DETAIL Award 2024

House Without Cement in Munich

The nominees for the Detail Award 2024 have been announced: This timber house by Florian Nagler, nestled within a garden, extends the living and office space of the main building in Munich Pasing, while contributing to the goal of urban densification.

Conversion for private use

Sutter House in the Bregenzerwald by Firm Architekten

Spacious floor plans instead of many small apartments: The interior of the house in Au in the Bregenzerwald has undergone major changes during the renovation by Firm Architekten. It has retained its typical regional appearance.

Nominee DETAIL Award 2024

Non-Hierarchical Social Housing

The nominees for the Detail Award 2024 have been announced: Barcelona-based architectural duo Peris + Toral has realised 43 flats made of clay on Ibiza, setting new standards in social housing construction.

Tiny hideaway on a steep hillside

Tiny House near San Francisco by Mork-Ulnes Architects

On a steep hillside in Marin County near San Francisco, Mork-Ulnes has built a guest house with a striking roof silhouette. The new building occupies the exact footprint of an old garage.

Nominee DETAIL Award 2024

Circular Sports Buildings

The nominees for the Detail Award 2024 have been announced: Pool Architects have developed combinable and reusable modules for temporary sports halls.

Cork façade

Residential house in Spain by Gurea

A residential building in Spain designed by Gurea Arquitectura Cooperativa features a facade clad in cork panels.

Greenhouse for culture

Glass Pavilion in Brno by Chybik + Kristof

The Czech city of Brno honours Gregor Mendel with a contemporary replica of his greenhouse. The new building will be used for exhibitions and events.

Attractive retail experience

Apple Flagship Store in Kuala Lumpur by Foster + Partners

Apple's first flagship store in Malaysia offers transparency in a tropical climate.

Attractive working environment

Office Conversion in Berlin by Ester Bruzkus Architekten

The Berlin-based company Relaxound commissioned Ester Bruzkus Architekten to design a working environment that offers a variety of spatial scenarios and atmospheres.

Live, relax, make music

Haus LP in the Bregenzerwald by Firm Architekten

Firm Architekten designed Haus LP in the winter sports resort of Schoppernau. The typical local timber construction also provides space for a rehearsal room where the client gives music lessons.

Brick and metal accents

Piero Pirelli Institute in Milan by ARW

In the Bicocca district of Milan, ARW has transformed the former Pirelli training centre into an office building. The impressive warehouses have been opened up and the ensemble has been given a uniform dark red colour.

Interview with architect Inge Vinck

A Dance between Old and New

With modest budgets and well-considered concepts, Architecten Jan de Vylder Inge Vinck (AJDVIV) in Ghent adapt existing structures for flexible future uses. In our interview, Inge Vinck discusses her approach to adaptive reuse.

Communal mixed use

Bradbury Works in London by YN Studio

In London, architects YN Studio are refurbishing and extending the Bradbury Works commercial building on Gillett Square. 

Climate-friendly renovation

Residential and Office Building in the Canton of Vaud

Swiss architects Madeleine Architectes and Studio Nantermod have transformed an old pigsty into a residential and office building. Hempcrete, a natural building material, was used to insulate the existing brick shell.

Interview with architect Paul Robbrecht

Let’s Be Gentle on the Stock

Robbrecht en Daem architecten has a profound understanding and respect for historic buildings and listed monuments. Their international projects are characterised by thoughtful interventions in urban and architectural settings. Paul Robbrecht provides insight into their approach.

Urban retreat

Garden Pavilion in Prague by Byró Architekti

In a garden colony in Prague, Byró Architekti has designed a small wooden pavilion whose interior blends seamlessly with the exterior.