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【ADF Web Magazine】When geology becomes art Roger Caillois’s remarkable mineral collection, where science meets aesthetics, is now on display in Paris at the École des Arts Joailliers. The exhibition presents more than 200 extraordinary stones gathered during Caillois’s travels across the Americas and Asia between 1952 and 1978. Fascinated by minerals as “objects at the crossroads” of geology, art, and philosophy, Caillois saw nature itself as an artist shaping intricate forms through time and pressure. Agates, septaria, and crystalline structures reveal landscapes, patterns, and imagined worlds within stone. Blending scientific curiosity with poetic imagination, the exhibition invites visitors to rediscover the mysterious beauty of the mineral world.

【ADF Web Magazine】Flight into Shadow at Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 by Deggendorf Institute of Technology At the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 in Venice, Italy, Deggendorf Institute of Technology presents the architectural installation "Flight into Shadow." The project explores how light and shadow influence perception, relief, and comfort within heat-stressed urban environments. Developed as part of "Keep Cool! – Workshop for Cool Cities," the installation is realized in collaboration with HFT Stuttgart Interior Architecture and the University of Stuttgart (IBK2).

【ADF Web Magazine】CREST NINE: A Community Center Looking Over the Sea by Sanjay Puri Architects Perched on a steep hill overlooking the Arabian Sea in Anjarle, Maharashtra, Crest Nine by Sanjay Puri Architects is a community centre conceived as a recreational focal point for a gated villa enclave. Designed to respond closely to the site’s dramatic topography, the building is embedded within the hillside rather than placed on top of it, allowing the architecture to appear as if it gradually emerges from the terrain.

Korea News March 2026 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! Starfield Village Unjeong is conceived as a community-oriented retail destination, distinct from conventional large-scale malls. Its horizontally articulated low-rise architecture and transparent fa?ade enhance openness and accessibility. Clearly organized circulation paths naturally guide visitors through the space, encouraging effortless brand discovery. Connect Hyundai Cheongju is a community-focused lifestyle retail space built around the concept of “Connect,” linking people, the city, and content. Its restrained exterior and open fa?ade invite visitors inside without imposing a strong symbolic presence. The interior prioritizes lingering and exploration, presenting a new retail model where visitors can wander freely and encounter brands organically.

【ADF Web Magazine】Prestige University | University Architecture in Indore India by Sanjay Puri Architects Prestige University in Indore, India, is a key campus facility designed by Sanjay Puri Architects. Planned within a 32-acre site, the building integrates administration offices · an auditorium · seminar halls · a library · and a cafeteria into a single multifunctional complex. Responding to the local climate and context, the project expands architecture into an accessible public landscape. Iconic yet non-imposing, the structure becomes an open stage for students and faculty.

【ADF Web Magazine】Hajime Sorayama × Ghost in the Shell | World Premiere of New Sculptures of Motoko Kusanagi at SORAYAMA Li Two new sculptures by artist Hajime Sorayama, modeled after Motoko Kusanagi from Ghost in the Shell, will be unveiled for the first time in the world. One work will be presented at Sorayama’s largest-ever retrospective exhibition, SORAYAMA: Light, Reflection, Transparency −TOKYO−, opening on March 14, 2026 at CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO in Kyobashi, Tokyo. The other will be revealed at Ghost in the Shell Exhibition Ghost and the Shell, held from January 30 to April 5, 2026 at TOKYO NODE in Toranomon. The announcement was made on December 5, 2025.

【ADF Web Magazine】Kirigami-inspired Mountain Retreat by Sparano + Mooney Architecture Set high within the exposed terrain of Powder Mountain Ski Resort, a ski-in/ski-out mountain residence by Sparano + Mooney Architecture merges Japanese-inspired design thinking with the demands of extreme alpine conditions. Conceived as a long-term, multi-generational retreat, the home balances sculptural form, environmental resilience, and adaptability across life stages.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in March 2026 We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in March 2026. 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.

Berlin News March 2026 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! The Alchemist, a popular high-end cocktail bar from the UK, has made its German debut at “The Playce” in Berlin’s Potsdamer Platz. Its dark, dramatic interior?featuring brass accents and cascading metal chain curtains?draws inspiration from the world of alchemy. Cocktails served in this theater-like setting taste even more exceptional. Amid Berlin’s growing number of Japanese-inspired listening bars, “migas” offers an exceptional musical experience. Created by its Spanish owner, the space is defined by concrete and wood, revealing distinct expressions by day and night. Soundproof ceiling panels and partitioning shelves introduce a unique rhythm. Light reflecting off mirrors and the floor creates depth, and the shimmering effect feels almost musical.

【ADF Web Magazine】House on the Lake by Atelier Echelle - A Contemporary Reinterpretation of Quebec Vernacular Barn Architec Located on the western banks of Lake Memphremagog in Quebec, Canada, "House on the Lake" presents a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional barn volume typical of rural Quebec. The project is designed by the Montreal-based architecture and design studio Atelier Échelle. Conceived as a residence for an art-collector couple, the house is oriented to capture the breathtaking sunsets over the serene lake.

【ADF Web Magazine】Stella | Climate-Responsive Office Building in Nagpur by Sanjay Puri Architects Nagpur, Maharashtra, India is home to “Stella,” a compact office building designed by Sanjay Puri Architects. Built on a site of 836.07 sq.m., the project accommodates 5,575 sq.m. of office space across 14 levels, with four offices on each floor. The restricted plot size and statutory open space requirements led to a vertical configuration that maximizes usable area while ensuring natural light and ventilation.

【ADF Web Magazine】Estonian-US Circular Design Symposium and Exhibition Circular Dialogues Concluded in New York From February 8–11, 2026, the transatlantic circular design initiative Circular Dialogues took place in New York during New York Fashion Week, combining a symposium and research-driven exhibition focused on scalable circular economy solutions in fashion and textiles. The program brought together designers, researchers, entrepreneurs, manufacturers, and policymakers from the United States and Europe.

Thailand News February 2026 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! Dib Bangkok, Thailand’s first museum dedicated to international contemporary art, opened in December 2025. The museum was created through the renovation of a three-story warehouse originally built in the 1980s. The project was initiated by the late Phetch Osatanugra, a businessman and prominent art collector from the Osott Spa Group family, and is now led by his son, Prat Osatanugra. Focusing on contemporary art from the 1960s onward, the museum holds more than 1,000 works by over 200 artists, spanning painting, sculpture, photography, large-scale installations, and new media. Notable artists include Montien Boonma, Lee Bul, Anselm Kiefer, and Alicja Kwade. Designed by WHY Architecture, Dib Bangkok features a variety of exhibition spaces that make use of its industrial architecture, including the iconic conical gallery known as the “Chapel.”

【ADF Web Magazine】Goodbye, Giancarlo. A Beloved Mentor to Me and to the Design World Product Designer Virginia Alluzzi offers a deeply personal and rigorous tribute to Giancarlo Piretti—a designer whose legacy lies not in spectacle, but in precision. Through reflections on studying and working under his guidance in Bologna, Alluzzi reveals Piretti’s disciplined philosophy: design must function, endure, and justify itself through clarity rather than narrative. This article is not only a farewell but a reminder: in a culture driven by visibility and manifesto, Piretti’s quiet rigor shows that the most enduring design does not announce itself—it simply works, and keeps working.

【ADF Web Magazine】Italian Design in Japan Masterclass by Kengo Kuma Italian Design in Japan (IDJ) starts its activities with a special event hosted at the Casa del Design Italiano at the Embassy of Italy in Tokyo on February 16, 2026. The event represents a significant moment of cultural dialogue between Italy and Japan, highlighting architecture and design as tools for exchange, research, and shared vision.

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