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【ADF Web Magazine】Tangent: Shiro Takatani and Miyu Hosoi in conversation

Written by artist and interdisciplinary designer Amedeo Martines, this article immerses readers in Tangent, a performative work where sound, light, and matter converge at the limits of perception. Centered on the collaboration between Shiro Takatani—founding member of Dumb Type—and sound artist Miyu Hosoi, the piece unfolds through an intimate interview that runs parallel to the performance itself. Drawing on music by Ryuichi Sakamoto, the article explores how technology, natural phenomena, and minimal gestures create fleeting moments of heightened awareness, inviting audiences into a space where memory, sensation, and presence quietly intersect.

【ADF Web Magazine】5,000 Years of Dragons in Paris

Written by Architect Filippo Esposito, this article explores the dragon as a powerful cultural symbol that has shaped myths, art, and daily life across China and East Asia for over five millennia. Moving from ancient jade artifacts to imperial imagery, Buddhist traditions, and contemporary festivities, the text reveals how the dragon embodies harmony and balance between heaven, earth, and humanity. Anchored by an exhibition at the musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac in Paris, the article also contrasts Eastern interpretations with Western perceptions, offering a rich, cross-cultural journey into one of humanity’s most enduring mythical figures.

【ADF Web Magazine】DESIGNING WOMEN EP.2: ANNA CASTELLI FERRIERI, THE RADICAL QUEEN OF PLASTIC

Written by Product Designer Virginia Alluzzi, this article highlights the enduring legacy of Anna Castelli Ferrieri, a visionary who transformed plastic into a powerful tool of modern design. Tracing her path from architecture to co-founding Kartell, the piece centers on Componibili, her iconic modular system now held by the Museum of Modern Art. More than a biography, it presents Castelli Ferrieri as a designer whose clarity, purpose, and material innovation remain strikingly relevant today.

Paris News January 2026

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The newly opened Fondation Cartier has been revitalized by architect Jean Nouvel, who transformed this 19th-century Haussmann-style building into an innovative space for contemporary art. By preserving the stone façade and arcades while incorporating large glass surfaces and sloped canopies, the building achieves a transparent, open dialogue with the city. A movable platform at the base allows the exhibition space to transform freely, offering visitors continually new experiences. The boutique hotel Èlysée Montmartre has opened next to the historic Théâtre de l’Èlysée-Montmartre. Its material palette reflects a strong ecological consciousness. By deliberately minimizing the processing of natural materials such as eucalyptus wood, stone, and linen, the design embraces the passage of time and the patina that comes with use. Incorporating the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi, the hotel creates a space that harmonizes tranquility and warmth.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in January 2026

We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in January 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.

【ADF Web Magazine】Cain Lamarre’s New Office by Sid Lee Architecture in Montreal’s Heritage

In Montreal’s Golden Square Mile, the law firm Cain Lamarre has relocated its offices to a heritage building, reaffirming its commitment to remaining rooted in the city’s architectural history while redefining what a contemporary legal workplace can be. Designed in collaboration with Sid Lee Architecture, the project rejects the formality traditionally associated with law offices in favor of a warmer, more open environment inspired by hospitality design.

【ADF Web Magazine】Huachiao Vibrant Sports Park by SoBA in Kunshan, China

Opened in March 2024, Huachiao Vibrant Sports Park designed by SoBA (Soft Build Architects) in Kunshan, Suzhou, represents a distinctive approach to urban public space, where traditional cultural imagery is reinterpreted through contemporary sports design. Covering approximately 6,000 square meters along Greenbelt Avenue, the park draws conceptual inspiration from the flowing water sleeves of Kunqu opera, merging centuries-old Chinese aesthetics with the dynamic culture of skateboarding and community sports.

NYC News January 2026

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The Studio Museum in Harlem, a key cultural institution located on 125th Street-the main thoroughfare of northern Manhattan and a historically significant center of African American life-completed its major renovation and reopened on November 15, 2025. Since its founding in 1968, the museum has served as a cornerstone of African American art and culture. After seven years of redevelopment, it now returns with a renewed identity. The approximately 82,000-square-foot building features a brownstone-inspired exterior that blends seamlessly with Harlem’s historic streetscape, as well as a soaring atrium filled with natural light. Large street-facing windows extend the museum’s presence into the neighborhood, embodying the architect’s vision of creating continuity between the street and the museum. More than an art institution, it has been reborn as a vibrant cultural hub deeply connected to the community and ready to enter a new era.

T10A Pavilion: An Exhibition Pavilion Built from 40,000 Recycled Plastic Bags in Hanoi

T10A Pavilion, a public exhibition pavilion designed by Hanoi-based architectural studio ODDO architects, has been completed and opened to the public in Hanoi, Vietnam. The project explores an innovative approach to sustainability through material reuse and community participation, positioning waste as a valuable architectural resource.

【ADF Web Magazine】“Imagining the Future through Architecture and Design” at the Royal Danish Academy

What does the future look like when it is imagined not as science fiction, but as something grounded in research, material experimentation, and real-world concerns? That question sits at the heart of Imagining the Future – through Architecture and Design, a new exhibition opening October 30 through April 16, 2026, at the Royal Danish Academy – Architecture, Design, Conservation in Copenhagen. Created by researchers, educators, and students from the Royal Danish Academy, the exhibition includes several projects developed in collaboration with companies and cultural institutions, pointing toward applications beyond the gallery.

【ADF Web Magazine】A Mediterranean Retreat in Empord for Slow Living by D’Aussy Interiors

In the heart of Catalonia’s Empordà region—homeland of Salvador Dalí—a new single-family residence has been completed through the collaboration of architect Damián Ribas and Clara Joly D’Aussy of D’Aussy Interiors. Designed as a refuge for a family living between Barcelona and Girona, the home offers a space for reconnection, rest, and an integrated lifestyle. Harmonizing architecture and interiors, the project is deeply rooted in local materials and traditional craftsmanship, embodying a Mediterranean aesthetic marked by minimalism and warmth.

【ADF Web Magazine】Beyond the label: a free-address office that truly works

Written by Architect and Researcher Matteo Belfiore, this article is strongly recommended for architects, designers, and business leaders questioning the real effectiveness of “free-address” offices. Belfiore moves beyond trends to reveal why many flexible workplaces fail: design alone cannot change behavior. Through Shukoh’s renewed Kawasaki headquarters, he shows how digital systems, clear rules, and leadership culture must align with spatial design. The article stands out for its calm, precise analysis and its rejection of superficial flexibility, offering a convincing and durable model for post-COVID workplaces where flexibility becomes a natural, sustainable practice.

Belgium News November 2025

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The new UNIQLO Meir store in Antwerp is located in the historic Osterriethhuis (Osterrieth House), which faces Meir Street, the city's main shopping avenue. Originally built as a merchant’s residence in the early 16th century, the building underwent Rococo-style renovations and further modifications in the 18th and 19th centuries. It has now been restored with great care, preserving features such as stucco ceilings, marble fireplaces, and historic paintings.
A newly added glass roof over the central courtyard creates a bright, open space filled with natural light. The store offers clothing repair, customization, and upcycling services through the “RE.UNIQLO Studio,” as well as the “UT.me!” service that allows customers to create original T-shirts and tote bags. Blending modern retail functions with its centuries-old architectural character, the store offers a unique shopping experience

【ADF Web Magazine】FOIL Gallery: A gallery reborn from industrial architecture by Atelier L’Abri

In Montreal’s Mile-Ex district, a century-old factory has been transformed into FOIL Gallery, a new cultural hub that merges contemporary art with the rhythms of everyday life. Founded by artists Fvckrender and Baeige, the hybrid gallery–café was designed by Atelier L’Abri, which revitalized two long-vacant units within a historic industrial building while preserving its architectural and material legacy.

【ADF Web Magazine】International Design Proposes a New Collecting Experience Across Digital and Physical Realms

Coinciding with Design Miami and Art Basel, the international platform "International Design" will officially launch on December 3, 2025, at 6 PM CET. Established between Florence and Paris, the project begins as a hybrid digital and physical ecosystem that spans collectible design, contemporary art, and luxury culture. It aims to redefine the standards of discovery, acquisition, and experience in the world of high-end design.

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