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

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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.

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

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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.

WA Awards 10+5+X 52nd Cycle Winners Announced | World Architecture Community Awards

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Winners selected from 17 countries worldwide
The World Architecture Community (WAC) has announced the winners of the 52nd Cycle of the WA Awards 10+5+X, a global architecture award recognizing excellence in architecture, student projects, and interior design. This cycle features 35 winning projects from 17 countries across three categories: Architecture (Realised / Designed), Student, and Interior Design. ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) continues to support the awards as one of its media partners.

Berlin News November 2025

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We have received a new report supported by GARDE!

Hotel Oderberger, originally a public pool built in 1898, has been transformed into a modern design hotel while preserving its historic decor. Its pool is equipped with a liftable floor that allows the space to be converted into a multipurpose hall, and the former changing rooms and showers have been repurposed as guest rooms and seminar rooms. The lounges and meeting spaces retain original architectural details, earning the hotel a cultural heritage preservation award.
Bundesbüdchen in Berlin is a distinctive restaurant that recreates the legendary kiosk from Bonn almost true to scale. It serves refined traditional German cuisine in a warm, inviting space featuring a curved counter and natural wood and leather furnishings, attracting politicians and celebrities as a hidden gem.

ADF Design Award 2026 - Jury Announcement (Second Release)

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Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) is pleased to announce the second group of jurors for the international design competition “ADF Design Award 2026” (16th edition). This year again, distinguished experts representing the global architecture and design industries will participate in the judging process to evaluate outstanding and innovative works from around the world.

Final Call for London Build Expo 2025: The UK’s Largest Construction Event Returns Bigger Than Ever

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London Build 2025, the UK’s leading and largest construction show, returns to Olympia London on November 19th and 20th — and this year’s edition is breaking all previous records. With more speakers, more exhibitors, more topics, and more attendees than ever before, the event continues to grow as the most influential gathering for the built environment.

NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) has been supporting London Build since 2024.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in November 2025

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We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in November 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】Esca: A Mediterranean Restaurant by URBANJOBS

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URBANJOBS, the Istanbul-based multidisciplinary design studio known for its tactile and material-driven approach, has unveiled Esca, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located at İstinyePark in İzmir. With 189 seats and a menu crafted by Michelin-starred chef Osman Sezener, Esca offers an immersive dining experience where cuisine, architecture, and atmosphere converge to celebrate simplicity, light, and conviviality.

Dezeen Awards 2025: Interior Category Shortlist Announced

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A Global Showcase of Innovative Interior Design
The shortlist for the Dezeen Awards 2025 in the Interior category has been revealed. Now in its eighth year, Dezeen Awards is one of the world’s most influential design competitions, celebrating excellence in architecture, interiors, and product design. This year’s shortlisted projects feature a rich diversity of creative works—from emerging designers to world-renowned studios. Aoyama Design Forum (ADF, NPO) continues to support Dezeen Awards 2025 as an official media partner.

Image: Retail interior (small)
Aesop Store Las Salesas, Ciszak Dalmas and Matteo Ferrari, Madrid, Spain
Photo credit: Salva López

52nd WA Awards 10+5+X Now Open for Entries

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An international architecture award organized by World Architecture Community
The 52nd Cycle of the WA Awards 10+5+X, hosted by the World Architecture Community (WAC), is now open for submissions. The deadline is November 3, 2025 (23:59 GMT+0). This global awards program celebrates outstanding creativity and innovation in architecture and interior design, providing international recognition to projects often overlooked by conventional media. Aoyama Design Forum (ADF, NPO) supports the WA Awards as one of its official media partners.

Larry Wen's Ghaf Woods Experience Centre in United Arab Emirateswon the WA Awards in the 51st Cycle in the Architecture/Realised category. Image © Arch-Exist.

Dezeen Awards 2025 unveiled Architecture Shortlist

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The Dezeen Awards 2025 has announced the Architecture Shortlist. The Interior and Design categories will be revealed by Thursday, October 9. NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) continues to support the Dezeen Awards 2024 as a media partner this year.

Image: Heritage project
The Yard Dalian Cultural Center, Neri&Hu, Dalian, China
Photo credit: Dong Image

Chicago Build Expo 2025 is Coming Soon

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The Midwest’s Largest Construction Show
Chicago Build Expo 2025 is returning October 29–30 at McCormick Place, and it’s set to be the most electrifying event yet. Over 30,000+ industry professionals will gather for two action-packed days of groundbreaking insights, unrivaled networking, and non-stop entertainment. ADF (Aoyama Design Forum) will support Chicago Build Expo 2025 as a media partner.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in October 2025

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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 Art Gallery Project Vol.36 Akira Inumaru "The Garden of Lights"

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ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "The Garden of Lights", the 36th exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by artist Akira Inumaru, from 10 to 22 October 2025 at GARDE Gallery at Omotesando, Tokyo.

The Architecture Drawing Prize 2025 is accepting entries

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The 8th edition of the Architecture Drawing Prize is open for submissions until 12 September 2025. Organized by the World Architecture Festival (WAF) in partnership with Make Architects and Sir John Soane’s Museum, the Prize returns after a two-year hiatus. Launched in 2017, it celebrates and showcases the artistry and skill of architectural drawings across multiple formats. NPO Aoyama Design Forum supports the Prize as an official media partner.