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What if a drawing is not just a way to show architecture, but also a way to work through it? Axonometry turns three-dimensional space into a clear two-dimensional view, bringing together plans, sections, and exploded drawings that reveal how a project is put together. More than architectural representation, it helps unpack construction logic, materials, and spatial relationships in a way that can be read as a whole. Where does design begin when drawing is part of the thinking process itself? Read more about axonometry as a design tool through the link in bio. #Architecture #Visualization #ArchitecturalDrawing Projects: -Riverhouse / WORKac -The German Pavilion at the Kerala Literature Festival 2026 / The Purple Ink Studio -Historical Oberamteistraße Museum / wulf architekten -Ecosystem - Brettenkleed. VERTICAL Building / NL Architects + Space Encounters + Studio Donna van Milligen Bielke + Chris Collaris Architects + VDNDP + i29 architects -Structure diagram. Mobile Working Cabin for Rural Vitalization / School of Architecture and Urban Planning, Nanjing University. Image courtesy of School of Architecture and Urban Planning, Nanjing University -CCTV Headquarters / OMA

Designed for high-performance educational buildings @steni.global façade panels provide durable, low-maintenance façade solutions for schools and kindergartens, combining long-term performance with extensive design flexibility. Engineered for demanding environments, the panels are highly impact-resistant, weather-resistant, and graffiti-proof, making them suitable for both new construction and renovation projects. With a 60-year functional warranty and an expected service life of up to 100 years, Steni façades deliver reliable performance, reduced maintenance needs, and lasting aesthetics over time. #Steni #FacadeDesign #EducationalArchitecture #SchoolDesign

House Sota la Mola is organized through two fragmented volumes that adapt to the topography and reddish tones of the landscape in Matadepera. The layout separates communal and private spaces while maintaining a close relationship with the surrounding vegetation and views. Pigmented concrete with visible wooden formwork defines the material character of the house, while vaulted ceilings reference the traditional volta catalana construction system. Learn more about this project in the link in bio 🔗 #architecture: TwoBo arquitectura @twobo_arquitectura 📍#Spain #photography: Jose Hevia

Meet Región Austral @region_austral , selected for ArchDaily’s Next Practices 2025 presented by @architecturecompetitions . Based in Córdoba, Argentina, Región Austral is an urban design, landscape architecture, and territorial planning practice working across Latin America. Through participatory processes and multiscalar strategies, the studio develops projects that connect public space, infrastructure, ecology, and everyday urban life. Learn more about Región Austral in our link in bio.

USM and Snøhetta present Renaissance of the Real by Annabelle Schneider. It is a multisensory installation developed for Milan Design Week 2026. The project explores how physical space, sound, light, and materiality can shape perception and interaction within a highly digital environment. The installation combines the USM Haller modular steel system with a soft textile membrane that expands and contracts to create an enclosed sensory environment. Learn more about this project in the link in bio 🔗 #architecture: Snøhetta @snohetta 📍#Milan #design: USM Modular Furniture @usmmodularfurniture Concept & Art: @annabellesbubble

Ahead of the 2026 Pritzker Architecture Prize ceremony (@pritzkerarchitectureprize ) and his lecture at UNAM in Mexico City, Editor-in-Chief Christele Harrouk (@christeleharrouk ) spoke with Smiljan Radić. Throughout the conversation with ArchDaily, Smiljan Radić discussed training intuition, the role of travel, and his ongoing dialogue with artist and partner Marcela Correa. He also emphasized the importance of remaining open to distraction, uncertainty, and observation in architectural practice. Read the full interview through the link in bio.

The Vitrocsa Invisible Wall by @goldbrechtusa dissolves architectural barriers at this California retreat. Swiss-engineered, US-made systems, paired with pivot doors, dissolve boundaries between modern geometry and wooded surroundings. Patented engineering ensures effortless movement for expansive glass volumes. Precision tracks and custom configurations make Goldbrecht the standard for high-end fenestration. Read the full blog via @goldbrechtusa , link in bio. Architecture: @eyrcarchitects Window System: @vitrocsa Invisible Wall by Goldbrecht Photos: Matthew Millman #Goldbrecht #ModernHome #VitrocsaxGoldbrecht

Landscape Staircase in the Vall del Pardís reconnects a historic pedestrian route between Pont Vell and the Cardener River landscape in Manresa. The intervention bridges a steep topography while creating new viewpoints toward the valley and Montserrat. The structure uses corrugated steel throughout, combining stair, railing, and support systems within a lightweight and permeable framework. Learn more about this project in the link in bio 🔗 #architecture: Comas-Pont arquitectes @comaspont_arquitectes 📍#Spain #photography: Adrià Goula @adriagoulaphoto

Is lightness the same as lower environmental impact in architecture? Light structures are often read as efficient by default. But that perception can hide what happens behind them: energy-intensive materials, complex manufacturing systems, and extended supply chains that are not always visible. Meanwhile, heavier construction systems may rely on simpler building techniques and locally sourced materials, reducing transportation demands and redistributing environmental impact in less obvious ways. This raises a key question in sustainable architecture: does lightness in architecture really mean lower environmental impact, or does material weight tell only part of the story? Explore more on lightweight materials and their environmental impact via the link in our bio. Article written by: Eduardo Souza (@eduardoleitesouza ) Images: Suixian Agricultural Infrastructure Renovation / Qing Studio © Yilong Zhao The Infinite Rise House / Earthscape Studio © Studio IKSHA The Shed / Diller Scofidio + Renfro and Rockwell Group © Iwan Baan Wetland Research and Education Center / Atelier Z+ © Hao Chen Observation Tower Negenoord / De Gouden Liniaal Architecten © Filip Dujardin The ARC- River Culture Multimedia Theater Pavilion / Asymptote Architecture © Courtesy of Asymptote Architecture

Shoreline Studio is designed as a small retreat and workspace within the coastal landscape of Odsherred. The project combines references to Danish building traditions with spatial principles associated with Japanese architecture. A thatched roof, brick flooring, timber framing, reclaimed beams, and wooden louvers define the material palette and shape the interior atmosphere through filtered natural light. Learn more about this project in the link in bio 🔗 #architecture: NORM Architects @normarchitects 📍#Denmark #photography: Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen @jonasbjerrepoulsen , Karl Tranberg Knudsen @karl_tranberg

Presented at Milan Design Week, the Marie sofa by Hoffmann Kahleyss Design for @freifrau_manufaktur balances modular versatility with a soft, flowing silhouette. Distinguished by its signature ruffled seam and elegant cone frame, the collection scales seamlessly from intimate seating to expansive living landscapes. It is a refined exploration of form and texture, designed to bring a cohesive, effortless elegance to the contemporary interior. #Freifrau #FreifrauManufaktur #TheLoveBrand

Baku presents a layered architectural identity shaped by historic heritage and contemporary urban development. Landmarks such as the Heydar Aliyev Center, the Maiden Tower, and the Flame Towers reflect diverse approaches to architectural innovation and the transformation of the city’s skyline. Between 17-22 May, Baku will also host the World Urban Forum 13, reinforcing its role in global discussions on urbanism, sustainability, and resilient cities. @wuf_unhabitat