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【ADF Web Magazine】Baby Care Facilities 26 07 14 UP In her latest article, Von Chua, Chartered Architect and Founder, examines how baby care facilities reveal broader cultural attitudes toward hospitality, accessibility, and family-friendly design. Comparing dedicated nursing and changing suites in Japan and Taiwan with the integrated facilities commonly found in the UK, Europe, and the US, she explores how legislation, public policy, and design priorities shape the experiences of parents and caregivers. Von Chua argues that thoughtfully designed baby care spaces are more than practical amenities—they reflect a society's commitment to supporting families and creating welcoming public environments, offering valuable lessons for architects, developers, and policymakers worldwide.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in July 2026 26 07 06 UP We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in July 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】Klocke Estate by BarlisWedlick Architects Blends Sustainable Distillery Design with Hudson Valley Hospita 26 07 07 UP Set on 182 acres of farmland in Claverack, New York, just outside Hudson, Klocke Estate is a new destination that combines a working brandy distillery, restaurant, and agricultural estate. Designed by BarlisWedlick Architects, the project seeks to elevate the visitor experience while establishing the Klocke brand within the ultra-premium spirits market through architecture deeply rooted in its landscape.

Architizer Announced Winners for the 14th Annual Architizer A+Awards 26 06 16 UP Architizer, the world’s leading online platform for architecture, has announced the winners of the 14th Annual Architizer A+Awards. Founded on the premise of democratizing architecture, the A+Awards is the industry’s largest and most international awards program, honoring the best buildings and spaces from across the globe. NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) proudly supports the A+Awards as a media partner of Architizer again this year. Image: Sydney Fish Market by 3XN Sydney, Australia Jury Winner, Architecture +Landscape Photo: Rasmus Hjortshøj

Paris News June 2026 26 06 15 UP We have received a new report supported by GARDE! In April 2026, the legendary Pigalle nightclub Bus Palladium reopened following a major renovation. Long regarded as a symbol of postwar Parisian youth culture and the city’s rock scene, the venue was transformed with a Brutalist raw-concrete façade while preserving the outline and traces of the original building through an approach that “modernizes while preserving its heritage.” The project has been widely praised as an architectural endeavor that reinterprets Parisian nightlife for the present day. In March 2026, La Ferme de la Villette, an urban farming facility, opened within Parc de la Villette in Paris’s 19th arrondissement. At the center of the newly developed 15,000-square-meter site stands Halle de Rouvray, an industrial building dating back to 1914 that has been carefully renovated while retaining its historic steel structure and brick walls. More than an agricultural education facility, the project is recognized for proposing a new relationship between the city and nature.

NYC News June 2026 26 06 09 UP We have received a new report supported by GARDE! In recent years, immersive art in New York City has evolved from simple projection-based experiences into comprehensive productions where sound, spatial design, data, and technology intersect. A symbolic example of this trend is “reSOUND,” presented at Rockefeller Center. Created by d'strict, the Korean digital art studio, the installation transforms the entire venue into a single experiential environment through the use of sound, light, and vibration. Different creators and production teams are responsible for individual environments, resulting in a multilayered world within a single venue. The exhibition also includes experimental works that translate scientific data into sound, extending its scope into academic and research-based territory. Similar developments can be seen at Hall des Lumières and Mercer Labs. Immersive art is increasingly emerging as a multidisciplinary form of expression involving sound designers, engineers, architects, and researchers. As a leading center of this movement, New York continues to pioneer new frontiers in experiential design.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in June 2026 26 06 08 UP We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in June 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】New Cultural Institution in Saudi Arabia: BLACK GOLD MUSEUM, Reframing Oil Through Art, Design, and Im 26 05 26 UP A new museum dedicated to exploring oil as a cultural, social, and artistic phenomenon has opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Located inside the landmark KAPSARC building designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, the BLACK GOLD MUSEUM introduces an immersive museum model that combines art, design, technology, and storytelling to examine humanity’s complex relationship with petroleum.

Paris News May 2026 26 05 18 UP We have received a new report supported by GARDE! On the Champs-?lys?es?home to flagship stores of major sports brands such as Nike and Adidas?the PSG Caf? has opened as an experiential brand destination developed by Paris Saint-Germain F.C. The interior is based on the club’s signature colors?red, blue, and white?while maintaining an overall minimal and refined tone. By eliminating excessive decoration, the design achieves a contemporary and light atmosphere. Meanwhile, within the “Beauty & Skincare” zone on the basement level of Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, La parapharmacie Carr? Op?ra has opened, offering a range of health and beauty products. The interior features a palette of white and natural tones, creating a clean and clinically reliable impression while maintaining a level of sophistication befitting a luxury department store. It plays an important role in shaping a new retail environment.

Paris News May 2026 26 05 12 UP We have received a new report supported by GARDE! In February 2026, Le Caf? Lacoste opened near the Champs-?lys?es, attracting attention as the brand’s first standalone permanent caf? worldwide. Featuring Lacoste’s signature green-and-white color palette, the space offers a minimalist yet warm atmosphere that reflects its DNA rooted in tennis apparel. Visitors can experience the brand’s “sporty elegance” through signature desserts and limited-edition items. In March 2026, a new area titled “World of Frozen” opened at Disneyland Paris. As part of the expansion of the second park?traditionally centered on the behind-the-scenes world of film production?the new area will recreate the world of Frozen on a grand scale. The park will also be renamed “Disney Adventure World,” and with further developments planned, including areas themed around The Lion King, the destination is expected to strengthen its appeal as a multi-day experience.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.42 | Tokyo Design Academy 2026 Graduation Exhibition 26 04 27 UP Tokyo Design Academy 2026 Graduation Exhibition ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "Tokyo Design Academy 2026 Graduation Exhibition", the 42nd exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by Tokyo Design Academy, from May 8 to May 28, 2026, at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo.

Chicago Build 2026 Returns Bigger Than Ever - The Midwest’s Leading Construction & Design Show 26 04 21 UP Chicago Build 2026, the Midwest's largest construction and design show, will return to McCormick Place in Chicago on October 28–29, 2026. The event is expected to welcome more than 30,000 professionals from across the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry. Visitors can explore over 350 exhibitors, hear from more than 450 industry-leading speakers, participate in AIA CES-approved workshops, discover dedicated networking zones, and experience the Midwest's biggest Festival of Construction. The event offers an exciting program of conferences, live demonstrations, innovation showcases, and valuable networking opportunities. ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is proud to participate as a media partner, supporting an event that brings together the built environment for two packed days of ideas, innovation, and meaningful business connections. Claim your free ticket here

ADF × GARDE Joint Exhibition at “Milan Design Week 2026” 26 04 14 UP The NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) is presenting the “ADF Design Award 2026” exhibition at the GARDE Milan showroom during Milan Design Week 2026, one of the world’s largest design events, currently being held from April 20 to April 26, 2026. The award-winning works are also being presented during this period.

ADF DESIGN AWARD 2026 Jury Comments Overview 26 04 07 UP The results of the ADF Design Award 2026, organized by the Aoyama Design Forum (ADF), were announced in March 2026. The Grand Prize and Excellence Award-winning projects share a common architectural approach that emphasizes human-centered design, a strong relationship with nature, and the quality of spatial experience. This article presents an overview of the jury comments on the awarded works and highlights their key characteristics.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in April 2026 26 04 07 UP We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in April 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.

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