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【ADF Web Magazine】Fanette Mellier × Graphic Design | Exhibition “Versicolore” in Montreal, Canada The Design Center at UQAM (Université du Québec à Montréal) in Montreal, Canada, is hosting a solo exhibition by French artist and graphic designer Fanette Merlier titled “Versicolore: The Graphic World of Fanette Merlier” from September 18 to November 9, 2025. The exhibition showcases her diverse expressions across various media, including books, posters, animations, objects, and installations.

【ADF Web Magazine】START-Ivry by STAR strategies + architecture In Ivry-sur-Seine, a city with a radical architectural legacy on the edge of Paris, a bold new housing experiment is rewriting the rules of how homes are conceived, built, and lived in. Designed by STAR strategies + architecture, the project called START-Ivry positions itself as both a manifesto and a demonstration: proof that more humane, flexible, and sustainable housing can be achieved within tight budgets and standard urban constraints.

【ADF Web Magazine】Lost Villa Huanglong Island Lighthouse Hotel Designed by WJ STUDIO Architects Located in the northeastern part of the Zhoushan Archipelago in Zhejiang Province, Lost Villa · Huanglong Island Lighthouse Hotel is built on Huanglong Island, a remote area grappling with issues such as poor transportation and rural depopulation. Rather than avoiding these limitations, the design embraces them, weaving the island’s natural, historical, and human contexts into a new narrative of ecological tourism.

Paris News September 2025 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! In June 2025, Plantation Paris opened in the Chapelle International area of Paris’s 18th arrondissement. This hybrid facility combines an urban farm with an event space, featuring a large bioclimatic greenhouse, a permaculture garden, and a bar-restaurant serving dishes made with freshly harvested vegetables and herbs. The event space, situated between the greenhouse and the garden, hosts diverse weekend programs such as free concerts, food events, and ecology-themed workshops.In April 2025, Léonie Bakery-one of Paris’s most popular bakeries-opened a new branch at the Caserne de Reuilly in the 12th arrondissement. Spanning 1,000 square meters, it is now the largest bakery in Paris and has quickly drawn significant attention. Its lush terrace, framed by olive trees and adjoining a spacious park, offers a serene retreat from the urban bustle. At the back of the shop, the bakery workshop features a counter where customers can watch the bread-making process unfold.

Japan News September 2025 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! Hotel Sosei Sapporo is a boutique design hotel in the heart of Sapporo, Hokkaido, built on the historic site of the Pioneer Brewery-the birthplace of Sapporo Beer, founded in 1876. Since its opening in January 2024, the hotel has been distinguished by UNESCO’s Versailles initiative as one of the World’s Most Beautiful Hotels 2025.The interiors harmonize Japanese tradition with Western influences, blending reclaimed brick and timber with contemporary finishes. At its bar, a striking copper fireplace-evoking traditional German brewing kilns-creates a sense of historical warmth. Through curated art displays and guided tours, guests are invited to explore Sapporo’s rich cultural and industrial heritage.

【ADF Web Magazine】The Interior Design Best of Year Awards Call for Entries The 20th Interior Design Best of Year Awards is accepting entries. It's the premier global awards program in the A&D industry, celebrating the most innovative work from around the world from standout projects to innovative products.

【ADF Web Magazine】The Architecture Drawing Prize 2025 is accepting entries In partnership with Make Architects and Sir John Soane’s Museum, World Architecture Festival (WAF) announces the call for entries for the eighth edition of The Architecture Drawing Prize, sponsored by Iris Ceramica Group. The entry deadline for all submissions is 12 September 2025. Back after a two-year hiatus, the Prize was launched in 2017 to celebrate and showcase the art and skill of architectural drawing across multiple formats. NPO Aoyama Design Forum is supporting the Architecture Drawing Prize as an official media partner.

【ADF Web Magazine】International Garden Festival 2026 Call for Proposals The International Garden Festival is launching a call for proposals to select designers to create the new temporary gardens for the Festival’s 27th edition, which will open on June 20, 2026, on the site of Les Jardins de Métis | Reford Gardens. The deadline to submit proposals electronically is Monday, October 27, 2025, at 17:00 EST.

Paris News August 2025 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! The Grand Palais, a historic landmark in Paris, has reopened following a major renovation that spanned nearly four years. Originally constructed for the 1900 World’s Fair, the building has been transformed into a progressive space that accommodates a wide range of contemporary cultural activities, while honoring its iconic architectural grandeur. The theme of the renovation is a seamless fusion of history and modernity, resulting in a space that embodies sustainability, functionality, and artistic expression. Ami Paris, a French brand popular in Japan, has opened its flagship store on Rue de Turenne in the North Marais district of Paris. The interior was designed through a collaboration between founder Alexandre Mattiussi and the Paris-based Studio KO. The space reflects a modern yet welcoming atmosphere, featuring robust natural materials such as limestone, wood, and leather sourced from Euville in the Lorraine region. These elements are complemented by striking details like concrete columns and mirror-finished stainless steel, creating a refined yet grounded aesthetic

【ADF Web Magazine】Japanese Ceramic Artist Eri Maeda Opens Studio in Paris Part 1 Visual Artist Eri Maeda has opened a ceramics studio, “mono — atelier de céramique,” in Paris’s 18th district, sharing her journey and hopes through crowdfunding.

【ADF Web Magazine】CNS Designworks is chosen as Finalist at WAF 2025 for Stone Experience Center Indonesian architecture and interior design practice CNS Designworks has been named a finalist at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2025, shortlisted in the Interiors: Public Buildings category for its groundbreaking project, the Stone Experience Center by MM Galleri.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in September 2025 We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in September 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.

Korea News August 2025 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! The brand’s first global flagship store, CASETiFY Dosan, has opened in Seoul’s Gangnam district. Spanning five stories, it is the brand’s first experiential retail space, bringing digital sensibility and customization culture into the offline world. Designed by Crosby Studios, headquartered in Moscow, the store incorporates a modular structure and bold color-blocking across all floors, creating a playful, LEGO-like visual appeal. J. Lindeberg’s Seoul flagship store reflects the brand’s philosophy of “bridging sports and fashion,” with a clubhouse-inspired design that goes beyond the traditional retail concept. As the brand’s largest location to date, it spans six levels from the basement to the fifth floor, with each floor dedicated to a distinct theme and function, strategically developed to strengthen its presence in the Asian market.

Berlin News September 2025 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! In 1969, a 220-meter television tower was constructed in East Berlin. At the heart of its silver-colored sphere lies an observation deck and restaurant, offering a full 360-degree view of Berlin every 30 minutes and making it one of the city’s most popular attractions. The observation restaurant has since been renovated and reopened as Sphere Tim Raue, now regarded as Berlin’s premier dining destination under the direction of star chef Tim Raue, generating significant buzz. A Shell gas station built in 1956 has likewise been transformed into a gallery and café. Despite its location on a busy main street and beside an elevated railway, the venue provides a calm, house-like atmosphere surrounded by greenery, drawing a steady flow of visitors.

“Festival of Architecture in Spanish (FAE) 2025” to be Held in Mexico City On September 4 and 5, 2025, Mexico City will host the “Festival of Architecture in Spanish (FAE) 2025,” a two-day international gathering that celebrates contemporary design through dialogue, exploration, and shared experiences. Leading voices in global architecture will convene in some of Mexico’s most iconic modern landmarks, not only to lecture but to walk through, inhabit, and reflect on these spaces with attendees. Dates & Venues ・September 4, 2025: Los Manantiales (Félix Candela) / Xochimilco ・September 5, 2025: Bacardí Plant (Bottling Hall: Félix Candela / Office Building: Mies van der Rohe) / Tultitlán, State of Mexico Image Credit © Courtesy of IESARQ

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