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NY Build EXPO, New York’s Largest Construction & Design Show, Returns to the Javits Center on March 18ー19 26 03 03 UP New York’s largest construction and design trade show, NY Build EXPO, will take place on March 18 (Wednesday) and March 19 (Thursday) at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Officially supported by the State of New York, the event is recognized as the leading construction exhibition serving New York and the wider Tri-State area. ADF (Aoyama Design Forum) will support Chicago Build Expo 2026 as a media partner.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.39 | Rin Ito Solo Exhibition “Depth” 26 03 03 UP ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "Depth", the 39th exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by Rin Ito, from 17 to 31 March 2026 at GARDE Gallery at Omotesando, Tokyo.

Berlin News March 2026 26 03 03 UP We have received a new report supported by GARDE! The Alchemist, a popular high-end cocktail bar from the UK, has made its German debut at “The Playce” in Berlin’s Potsdamer Platz. Its dark, dramatic interior?featuring brass accents and cascading metal chain curtains?draws inspiration from the world of alchemy. Cocktails served in this theater-like setting taste even more exceptional. Amid Berlin’s growing number of Japanese-inspired listening bars, “migas” offers an exceptional musical experience. Created by its Spanish owner, the space is defined by concrete and wood, revealing distinct expressions by day and night. Soundproof ceiling panels and partitioning shelves introduce a unique rhythm. Light reflecting off mirrors and the floor creates depth, and the shimmering effect feels almost musical.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.38 | Nicola Maniero Solo Exhibition “TOKYO URBAN PORTRAITS” 26 02 16 UP ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present “TOKYO URBAN PORTRAITS,” the 38th exhibition of the ADF Art Gallery Project by Nicola Maniero. The exhibition will be held from 2 to 13 March 2026 at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo.

Thailand News February 2026 26 02 24 UP We have received a new report supported by GARDE! Dib Bangkok, Thailand’s first museum dedicated to international contemporary art, opened in December 2025. The museum was created through the renovation of a three-story warehouse originally built in the 1980s. The project was initiated by the late Phetch Osatanugra, a businessman and prominent art collector from the Osott Spa Group family, and is now led by his son, Prat Osatanugra. Focusing on contemporary art from the 1960s onward, the museum holds more than 1,000 works by over 200 artists, spanning painting, sculpture, photography, large-scale installations, and new media. Notable artists include Montien Boonma, Lee Bul, Anselm Kiefer, and Alicja Kwade. Designed by WHY Architecture, Dib Bangkok features a variety of exhibition spaces that make use of its industrial architecture, including the iconic conical gallery known as the “Chapel.”

ARCHIDEX 2026 to Take Place in July at MITEC, Marking Its 25th Edition 26 02 09 UP ARCHIDEX, Asia’s Leading Architecture Business Event, will return from 29 July to 1 August 2026 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur. Celebrating its 25th edition under the theme “The Bold Future”, ARCHIDEX 2026 will be fully consolidated at MITEC, offering an expanded and integrated platform for innovation, collaboration and business across the built environment sector. ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) will support the ARCHIDEX 2026 as a media partner. ARCHIDEX 2026 INFO Date: 29 July – 1 August 2026 Venue: Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur

【ADF Web Magazine】House 720 Degrees | Off-Grid Architecture by Fernanda Canales in Valle de Bravo, Mexico 26 01 27 UP Located in a remote valley about three hours from Mexico City, House 720 Degrees is a geometric and optical structure that doubles the typical 360-degree field of vision. Architect Fernanda Canales conceived the residence as a "solar clock," with a central courtyard forming the heart of the project where interior and exterior worlds meet.

【ADF Web Magazine】Moment Factory Brings Curiosity Cove, Singapore's Largest Indoor Nature-Inspired Playscape, to Life at 26 02 03 UP Global multimedia studio Moment Factory has partnered with Mandai Wildlife Group to bring Curiosity Cove to life—a 4,600-square-meter immersive playscape located at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. Designed for children aged 3 to 12, the new indoor attraction complements the outdoor wildlife parks of the Reserve and offers year-round access, regardless of weather.

【ADF Web Magazine】Estereotomia ARQ Unveiled a space where contemporary architecture and fine dining intersect: MasaHouse 26 02 03 UP Designed by Estereotomia Architects, MasaHouse emerges as a refined dining destination that places architecture at the heart of the gastronomic experience. The restaurant exemplifies a deliberate fusion of industrial materials and organic elements, positioning itself not only as a place to eat, but as a space to be experienced.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in February 2026 26 02 03 UP We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in February 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.

NYC News January 2026 26 02 03 UP We have received a new report supported by GARDE! Faena Hotel is a luxury hotel and lifestyle brand founded by Argentine entrepreneur Alan Faena. Following its flagship properties in Buenos Aires and Miami, the brand’s third location has opened in New York City. The New York property places art and performance at its core, with the internationally acclaimed Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) commissioned to design the architecture and spatial concept. More than a place to stay, the hotel is conceived as an immersive cultural experience. Artworks and site-specific installations are integrated throughout the corridors, lobby, and lounges, transforming the act of staying into a continuous encounter with art. Envisioned as a “cultural device where art, food, music, and architecture intersect,” Faena New York is attracting attention as a new kind of destination-one that is both luxurious and avant-garde, while actively stimulating guests’ intellectual curiosity.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.37 | Isana Shinomiya Solo Exhibition “Things That Will One Day Be Scorched and Shine” 26 01 26 UP ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present “Things That Will One Day Be Scorched and Shine,” the 37th exhibition of the “ADF Art Gallery Project” by artist Isana Shinomiya, from 7 to 21 February 2026 at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo. An opening party will be held on Friday, 6 February from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

Denmark News January 2026 26 01 19 UP We have received a new report supported by GARDE! 25hours Hotel Copenhagen Paper Island opened on July 27, 2024, on Christiansholm in Copenhagen Harbor. Designed by COBE Architects, the project forms part of a waterfront redevelopment that revitalizes a former industrial area once used for shipbuilding, warehousing, and paper storage. The hotel comprises 128 guest rooms, along with restaurants, bars, and public spaces, and is located close to Nyhavn and the Royal Danish Opera House. The newly constructed building references the scale and proportions of historic industrial halls. Interiors by Stylt Trampoli draw inspiration from the idea of a Scandinavian summer house, incorporating wood, coastal color palettes, reclaimed materials, and objects that reflect the site’s port history. Together, these elements create an unpretentious atmosphere that maintains a strong connection to the surrounding waterfront.

Art Gallery / Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in January 2026 26 01 08 UP We present the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in January 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】Cain Lamarre’s New Office by Sid Lee Architecture in Montreal’s Heritage 26 01 06 UP 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.

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