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ADF Design Award 2023 will be held

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NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) decided to hold its annual international design award again this year under the new name of "ADF Design Award" to make it more global.

Art Gallery / Museum Information-Recommended Exhibition in August 2022

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We present to you the Art Galleries and Museums Exhibitions in August 2022. In addition to the calendar of events, we provide detailed information, for example, about the exhibited works. Up-to-date information on opening hours can be found on the websites of each museum before you visit them.

"ADF Design Award 2023" Theme for Entries Decided

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The 13th annual "ADF Design Award 2023" application guidelines have been finalized. The theme for this year's call for entries is "Design for Architecture". The mission of this award is to discover, evaluate, and communicate the latest and top-notch architectural works from around the world.

See "Details" for more information.

"ADF Design Award 2023" total amount of prizes determined

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ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) determined the total amount of prizes for the "ADF Design Award 2023". This year's award theme has been changed to "Design for Architecture," and entries will be accepted in five categories from August 15 to December 30, 2022. The entry categories are 1. Hospitality, 2. Commercial & Office, 3. Education & Sports, 4. Cultural Buildings, and 5. Public Buildings.

Thailand News June 2020

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We have received a new report supported by GARDE!

The luxury hotel group Aman has launched a new retail concept at Amanpuri resort in Phuket, the very first property the brand opened 32 years ago. Designed by Kengo Kuma and Associates, the Retail Pavilion is characterized by steeply pitched roofs, in keeping with Amanpuri’s main design inspiration - the ancient Thai capital of Ayutthaya.

China News August 2020

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In May 2020, the US-based eco-luxury hotel “1 Hotel” opened in Haitang Bay, China. FARM, a Singapore design studio that was responsible for the interior design, was inspired by Sanya’s beautiful nature of green hills, sandy beaches and sparkling waters and incorporated local lave tone and red cedar, reclaimed timber and steel from old fishing boats into the interior. While possessing eco-conscious, the textures, diversity and spirit of the island are expressed in space.

Milano News July 2019

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The report features two new retail stores opened recently.
One is ALBANO, a leading Italian footwear company's boutique which opened in Corso Buenos Aires.
The second is a renowned luggage brand RIMOWA's new boutique opened at number 8 via Sant’Andrea, one of the most famous and loved luxury streets in Milan.

Thailand News August 2019

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The report features Thai restaurant ‘Spirit by Jim Thompson’, situated in a lush tropical garden in Bangkok. The restaurant’s furnishings are all custom-made and make use of the famous Jim Thompson Thai silk, most evident in the beautiful pivoting panels which divide the spaces.

Milano News Deceｍber 2018

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In this month’s Milan trend report, we will introduce you a Portuguese brand “Parfois”. It has opened its 38th store on the Italian territory. Also, the popular Japanese restaurant “SAGAMI” will be introduced to you. This company plans to open another 5 shops in Italy.These two brands aim to develop their stores worldwide and to further expansion.

Thailand News September 2019

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The report features newly opened Rosewood Bangkok hotel. Set in two connecting high-rise structures, the design is inspired by the graceful hand movement of the "wai"- the Thai gesture of greeting and welcome.

Thailand News October 2019

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Visitors to Thailand will surely want to check out the Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBar, Thailand’s highest dining venue. Situated on the 76th and 77th floor of Thailand’s tallest building King Power Mahanakhon, the restaurant offers spectacular views of the Thai capital’s skyline and Chaopraya River. The interiors were designed by French architect Tristan Auer from Wilson Associates.

Las Vegas & New York Report VOL.1

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Interested in recent Las Vegas and NYC trends? Two beautiful Japanese architects has explored Las Vegas and NYC this year and would love to share the experience! This week we have Las Vegas hotels, resorts, and the world's biggerst retail real estate convention, RECon 2017！　

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【ADF News】Bussiness tie-up with ASA

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To all ADF members, we are excited to share this news that ADF recently signed a business tie-up contract with the Association of Siamese Architects under Royal Patronage (ASA)! Please click "Details" for more infomation.

Thailand News August 2020

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A sustainable private residence with lush green in Bangkok will be introduced to you. For being able to live privately while taking in nature in a megacity like Bangkok, 90% greening of the entire site was realized by equipping an individual ecosystem and adding pocket gardens in every corner of the house. In the lush green space, the modern exterior that combines white slender steel rods stands out.

CONNIE COCKTAIL LOUNGE | Stonehill Taylor

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For a one-of-a kind bar experience, top New York architectural and interior design firm Stonehill Taylor has transformed a mid-century 116-foot Lockheed Constellation L-1649A Starliner aircraft into a nostalgic cocktail bar for the TWA Hotel.

This specific Starliner model was originally built in 1958, and currently sits outdoors between the lobby and the airport’s modern Terminal 5.