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【ADF Web Magazine】Must-See Projects at DesignTO Festival 2025 in Toronto, CanadaFrom January 24 to February 2, 2025, Canada’s largest design festival, DesignTO, will transform Toronto into a hub of creativity and innovation. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the festival features over 100 events and exhibitions, ranging from art installations and furniture design to engaging talks and immersive experiences.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Hayes Group Architects received two Design Awards for Its Modern Projects in Silicon ValleyHayes Group Architects received two Design Awards from the American Institute of Architects San Mateo Chapter — one for an adaptive reuse, interiors project in Redwood City and another for a ground-up, mixed-used development in Palo Alto. Located near downtown areas, the commercial projects were commissioned by land development companies, Stormland Group and Huafa Industrial, respectively.
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【ADF Web Magazine】LOCUS architecture + design | Between Lake and ForestNestled in the Laurentian region of Sainte-Anne-des-Lacs, Quebec, “Between Lake and Forest” is designed by LOCUS architecture + design and it is a contemporary residence designed to provide its owners with a tranquil escape from urban life. Surrounded by lush forests and overlooking a picturesque lake, this home offers a seamless connection to the natural environment, embodying peace and relaxation.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Children’s Library at the Western Academy of Beijing by Studio VaporeBeijing-based design office Studio Vapore has renovated the library at the Western Academy of Beijing's elementary school. The project reimagines the library as a multifunctional learning space that supports modern educational needs while stimulating creativity and curiosity.
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【ADF Web Magazine】AZ Awards 2025 Announces Jury Panel - Entries Now OpenToronto-based international design magazine AZURE has officially opened submissions for the 2025 AZ Awards, recognizing innovation in architecture, interiors, product design, urban design, and more. With 31 categories celebrating creativity and excellence, the AZ Awards attract entries from leading designers and cutting-edge studios worldwide. Winners will be announced on June 19, 2025, during the prestigious AZ Awards Gala. Submissions close on February 21, 2025, with an early bird deadline on January 31, 2025. To commemorate its 15th anniversary, the 2025 AZ Awards introduces new subcategories and expanded opportunities to showcase exceptional work.
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【ADF Web Magazine】“Brisa House” A Home Overlooking Nature by FCstudioBrisa House is a residential project by FCstudio that pursues contemporary design and harmony with nature, with a vertical structure and expansive windows, designed to allow residents to enjoy the ocean and surrounding nature to the fullest. Balconies further enhance the sense of connection to nature, offering a seamless, open experience.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Insta-Tourism, Overtourism, and Disneyization: challenges and solutions for modern tourismArchitect and researcher Matteo Belfiore explores the dual-edged phenomenon of Insta-tourism, which transforms destinations like Naples, Kyoto, and Santorini. While visually driven travel boosts tourism, it exacerbates overtourism and Disneyization, threatening cultural integrity, sustainability, and local authenticity. This article delves into these challenges and their implications for iconic global destinations.
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【ADF Web Magazine】SOKO by MARK+VIVI: A Classical 19th Century Industrial Buildings with Contemporary TouchesSOKO is MARK+VIVI’s first mixed-use project located in downtown Sherbrooke’s transitioning commercial neighborhood, just South of King Ouest. Nestled at the intersection of the Magog and Saint Francis rivers in Quebec’s quaint Eastern Townships, the newly renovated 12,000 square foot, 5-unit apartment building is currently home and studio for designers Mark Fekete and Viviana De Loera, founders of MARK+VIVI.
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Art Gallery/Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in January 2025We feature the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in January 2025. In addition to the schedule of events, we will provide you with detailed information, such as the works on display. Before your visit, please check each museum's website for the current opening hours.
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【ADF Web Magazine】The Orchestra Park in China by SoBAThe Orchestra Park, designed by SoBA (Soft Build Architects), in Kunshan’s Huaqiao Economic Development Zone covers 8,500 square meters between two high-density residential areas and along the confluence of two rivers. With mature camphor and dawn redwood trees and nearby wetlands, the project faced the challenge of integrating a skateboarding area, preserving the natural woodland, and adding essential amenities like restrooms.
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【ADF Web Magazine】CCCA | Orchid Pavilion for Casa Wabi, an orchid sanctuary created by Bernardo QuinzañosLocated on the outskirts of Puerto Escondido, Mexico, between the sea and the mountains, the Orchid Pavilion is a wooden structure characterized by its sustainable, lightweight, and enduring design. The pavilion is dedicated to the conservation of orchids native to the Oaxaca region and serves as a space celebrating the biological and cultural diversity of the surrounding landscape.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Suetomi AoQ Cafe Stand in Kyoto by Ryohei Tanaka / G ARCHITECTS STUDIODesigned by Japanese architectural firm Ryohei Tanaka / G ARCHITECTS STUDIO, this coffee stand belongs to AoQ, a new brand established by SUETOMI, the renowned confectionery shop in Kyoto. The stand is on Karasuma-dori street, which runs from the Kyoto train station, and is located on the ground floor of a two-story wooden building at an intersection surrounded by hotels and office buildings.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Abellon Waste To Energy (WTE) Campus at Jamnagar by INI Design StudioINI Design Studio designed Abellon Waste To Energy (WTE) Campus at Jamnagar in India. Waste management is a global issue with local impact, and reducing waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse is a core concern of the UN. India faces a pressing challenge, with 62 million tonnes of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) generated annually, only 69% of which is collected, and a mere 28% treated, leading to open landfills.
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【ADF Web Magazine】A School in a Forest: The New Ecole Secondaire du BosquetABCP | Menkès Shooner Dagenais LeTourneux | Bilodeau Baril Leeming Architectes unveiled The New École Secondaire du Bosquet in Quebec, Canada. Society needs innovative architecture that tells a story and inspires excellence. This statement, a leitmotif of the architect's work, has, since 2020, been explicitly emphasized by the Quebec government in a vision and architectural signature aimed at framing the creation of a new generation of schools. And so, in the wake of this transformative social momentum, École secondaire du Bosquet welcomed its first students in autumn 2024.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Renovating and residing in affordable properties in Japan ? Part 10: Japanese Homes and Termite ControlIn Japan, termites pose a significant threat to homes, especially after demolition work. This article by Akihiro Yamamoto provides essential insights into effective termite control measures, highlighting the importance of addressing termite infestations early in the construction process. It covers the different species of termites, prevention strategies, and the use of chemicals to safeguard homes from extensive damage.
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