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【ADF Web Magazine】Efi Spyrou｜Luminous Strays: Traversing Light, Absence, and Multiplicity The immersive installation Luminous Strays by Efi Spyrou opens on October 10, 2025, at 18:00 at the Ex Convento Chiaramontano dei Francescani Minori in Agrigento, Sicily. Drawing on the cultural layers of Sicily—where ancient myth, natural symbolism, and ritual memory converge—this work explores the dynamics of visibility and invisibility, presence and loss, self and other.

Korea News October 2025 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! Adidas Flagship Seoul‘s Dosan store is a renovation of an existing two-story house, featuring a design that harmonizes restrained minimalism with bold sculptural beauty. Subdued tones and décor further emphasize the brand’s signature sophistication, while works by local artists placed throughout the store elevate it beyond a simple commercial setting, evoking cultural and artistic sensibilities that deepen visitors’ engagement.　The design of “Zacaffè” within the ZARA flagship store harmonizes Korean tradition with modern sophistication. Reopened in May 2025, the space draws inspiration from traditional Korean stone walls, utilizing the texture and natural patterns of gray-toned stone combined with contemporary architectural elements to create a calm, high-end atmosphere.

【ADF Web Magazine】Casa Tao by HW Studio Some houses are not designed but remembered. Casa Tao emerged not from drawings but from memory and experience by HW Studio. It is less a response to an image than to a way of living.

【ADF Web Magazine】Architecture Hunter Awards announced Winners for the 2025 Architecture Hunter announced the winners of the Architecture Hunter Awards 2025 (AHA), a distinction dedicated to honoring exceptional achievements across architecture, architecture representation, product design, interior design, urban design, social and student projects, and beyond. This year’s awards highlight projects that represent the forefront of creativity, sustainability, and purposeful design, reinforcing the role of architecture in shaping the future of our built environments.

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

【ADF Web Magazine】Tallinn Design Festival Marks 20 Years The Tallinn Design Festival (TDF), the largest event of its kind in the Baltic region to be held for September 29 to October 5, 2025, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year with a bold commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. Running under the slogan "Design for All", the 2025 edition will unfold across the Krulli Quarter, a former metal plant now transformed into a creative hub where industrial heritage meets contemporary culture.

【ADF Web Magazine】Bamboo Housing System by Blue Temple, that resists 7.7 Earthquake in Myanmar In March 2025, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar. The country’s second-largest city, Mandalay, was left in ruins. Before the earthquake, just 15 kilometers from the epicenter, 26 bamboo houses built by Housing NOW, that is a bamboo construction initiative created by Blue Temple, a for families already displaced by conflict stood. Against the backdrop of overlapping crises, every house remained absolutely intact.

NYC News October 2025 We have received a new report supported by GARDE! In recent years, amid a growing matcha craze and heightened interest in Japanese-made goods and apparel, Brooklyn has emerged as one of the epicenters of this trend. Along Grand Street in the rapidly developing Williamsburg neighborhood, new spots showcasing Japanese charm continue to appear.　Loaf on Paper, which opened in 2024, is a Japanese specialty store that blends a café with stationery. Its interior exudes a serene atmosphere, with natural light streaming through large windows and a clean, white-based design complemented by wooden furniture. The front section serves as a café space, where visitors can enjoy sweets infused with Japanese flavors, such as matcha lattes and black sesame pound cake. The back section highlights Japanese paper goods, stationery, and popular cat-themed items, creating a simple yet inviting environment.

【ADF Web Magazine】OODA × Architecture｜Miramar Tower in Porto with Spiral Form and Sculptural Balconies OODA, an architecture studio based in Porto, Portugal, has unveiled "Miramar Tower"—a residential building distinguished by its unique position near the sea and its sculptural presence within the urban landscape. While its scale and proportion align with the nearby towers of Pasteleira Park, its conceptual direction deviates entirely, pursuing an innovative housing model centered on spacious terraces exceeding 200 square meters per floor.

【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.

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