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【ADF Web Magazine】“Patience and Persistence” : Interview with Alexa Kumiko Hatanaka at Prince Takamado Gallery of the Em

Clothing, sculptures, and textiles made of washi paper spread across the gallery like constellations, enveloping visitors in a sweeping installation. The exhibition “Patience and Persistence” by artists Alexa Kumiko Hatanaka and Johnny Nghiem is currently on view at the Prince Takamado Gallery of the Embassy of Canada until Thursday, January 15, 2026.

ADF (Aoyama Design Forum), spoke with Hatanaka—a Japanese Canadian queer artist who create while living with bipolar —about the background of her practice and her thoughts on working with her condition.

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【ADF Web Magazine】Concrete Amsterdam Unveiled Apartment Complex in Philadelphia: Fishtown Urby

Concrete Amsterdam has completed Fishtown Urby, a new residential project in Philadelphia that reflects the ongoing expansion of the Urby brand across the United States. Located at 1700 North Front Street, the development reinterprets local industrial architecture through a five-story brick structure animated by strategic cut-outs, varied façade treatments, and programmed courtyards that open the building to its surrounding neighborhood.

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【ADF Web Magazine】Wedge Debuts “Epoch [I] & [II]” Collection – Sculptural Furniture in Sand

London-based emerging design studio Wedge has launched its debut furniture series Epoch [I] & [II] — a sculptural collection exploring material intelligence, digital craftsmanship, and algorithmic imperfection. Introduced during London Design Festival, the pieces caught attention for their distinctive use of 3D-printed quartz sand and metal, merging computational precision with a stone-like, tactile finish.

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Korea News November 2025

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Rimowa Korea has opened a new store on the first floor of The Hyundai Seoul. The interior design highlights Rimowa’s iconic silver metal while incorporating premium materials such as oakwood, Italian terrazzo, and limestone to add visual depth and variation. Artwork by photographer Alessio Bolzoni is displayed throughout the space, reflecting the dialogue between art and the brand.
Italian luxury brand THE ATTICO has opened its first standalone store in Asia, located in Seoul. Drawing attention as the first realization of the brand’s new spatial concept, “The Attico Floorplan,” the Seoul store is designed around a “library” theme, featuring warm wood tones, Italian architectural details, design books, and Milan-inspired wooden panels and bookshelves.

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Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in December 2025

We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in December 2025. In addition to the schedule of events, we will provide you with detailed information such as the works on display. Please check the website of each museum for current opening hours before visiting.

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【ADF Web Magazine】The Power of Safe Making: The Award Winning Chompsaw and the return of Hands-on Childhood

In her piece “Summary of Virginia Alluzzi’s Article on ChompSaw,” Product Designer Virginia Alluzzi showcases how ChompSaw is reshaping hands-on creativity for children. In the original article, “Bringing Back Hands-On Creativity in the Touchscreen Age,” she highlights the kid-safe cardboard-cutting tool celebrated in Fast Company’s Innovation by Design 2025. Alluzzi explains how founders Kausi Raman and Max Lietchy engineered a fear-free power tool that lets kids invent independently. From its top-0.1% Kickstarter success to Shark Tank and TIME’s Best Inventions, she illustrates a broader return to tactile, confidence-building learning.

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【ADF Web Magazine】Dezeen Awards 2025 - Design Winners Announced

At the Dezeen Awards 2025 party in London, AtMa’s “J39.5” was named Design Project of the Year and also won Collectible Design of the Year. Fourteen design category winners were announced, including projects by Flokk, Kvadrat, Paul Crofts Studio and Terzofoco. AtMa’s J39.5 repurposes salvaged parts of Børge Mogensen’s iconic J39 chair into one-off seating pieces.The master jury described it as “an act of rebellion against the constant churn of newness” and praised its craft warmth and its creation of new value without new materials.

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【ADF Web Magazine】JD Beacon: Buro Ole Scheeren Unveils New Hub for Scientific Innovation in Nanjing, China

Büro Ole Scheeren has released its design for JD Beacon, a new regional headquarters and R&D hub for e-commerce giant JD.com in Nanjing. Rising 200 metres in the Jianye High-tech Zone, the project is set to become a key anchor in the city’s Hexi Central Science and Technology Innovation district—an area already home to major tech players such as Alibaba and Xiaomi.

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【ADF Web Magazine】An elegant, integrated Sao Paulo residence for young entrepreneurs designed by Afetto Creative Lab

Designed by Afetto Creative Lab, this 164 m² apartment in Tatuapé, on São Paulo’s east side, was remodeled to reflect the lifestyle of a young, single resident. The client requested a sober atmosphere defined by a neutral palette, clean lines, and a distinctly masculine sensibility. The result is a functional urban retreat with strong identity and character — a space that mirrors the profile of its owner, a discreet and sophisticated restaurant entrepreneur.

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【ADF Web Magazine】AZ Awards 2026 Calls for Entries

AZ Awards 2026 organized by AZURE started accepting entries. The awards recognizes innovation in architecture, interiors, product design, urban design, and more. Early-bird deadline is January 23, 2026, and it finally closes on February 13.

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【ADF Web Magazine】Dynamic Lakeside Wooden Residence by Pedro & Juana

A staircase bursts through the roof as if propelled by momentum, signaling a new chapter for a home overlooking a lush lakeside landscape. In Valle de Bravo, Mexico, Pedro&Juana have transformed an existing residence by José Iturbe into a dynamic architectural composition that embraces both movement and nature.

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Thailand News November 2025

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Dusit Central Park is a large-scale mixed-use development in central Bangkok, created through a partnership between Dusit Thani and Central Pattana (CPN).The master plan integrates a five-star hotel, luxury residences, office towers, retail spaces, and expansive public greenery. The project’s design is a collaboration between Architects 49 International (Thailand) and OMA Asia (Hong Kong).From the podium levels of the commercial complex and hotel, terraced green spaces cascade toward the streets, creating both visual and physical connections to Lumphini Park. At the heart of the development lies Dusit Suan Arun, Thailand’s largest urban rooftop park, symbolizing the project’s commitment to biophilic design and sustainability.

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【ADF Web Magazine】World Architecture Festival 2025: Day One Winners Announced(ADF Web Magazine)

The first award winners of the 2025 World Architecture Festival (WAF) have been announced at Miami Beach Convention Center, Florida. Today has seen shortlisted projects from around the world compete for 22 award categories within Completed Buildings, Future Projects, and Interiors. Award winners include WOW Architects, BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group, Batlleiroig and Perkins&Will.

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Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in November 2025

We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in November 2025. In addition to the schedule of events, we will provide you with detailed information such as the works on display. Please check the website of each museum for current opening hours before visiting.

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【ADF Web Magazine】Golf Pavilion | A Restful Midway House by Dubbeldam Architecture + Design(ADF Web Magazine)

A new "Golf Pavilion" designed by Toronto-based studio Dubbeldam Architecture + Design has been completed at the Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto in Thornhill, Ontario. Located at the midway point of the course, the structure serves as a seasonal rest stop offering refreshments, beverages, and washroom facilities to players during their game.

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