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Nobuaki Miyashita

Office and Factory

Tuesday, 18 November 2025

Stacked Crystal Form

Stacked Crystal Form is an office and factory building that brings head office and production functions together in one smart factory. The exterior is composed of layered rectangular volumes of varying thicknesses, inspired by stacked crystal chips. The same motif continues inside the building. Each floor is arranged around a central atrium, and a skylight brings natural light to every level, supporting openness and contact between workers. The line lighting follows the cutting angles of crystal chips. The building has five floors and a steel frame structure.

Yuya Kimura

Head Office

Monday, 17 November 2025

Yamaha Corporation Headquarters

Yamaha Corporation Headquarters is an office building in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka, Japan. The twelve-story steel structure rests on a seismic isolation system and reaches a maximum height of about 59 meters. A symmetrical double-skin curtain wall stands on a stable podium and emphasizes verticality. A large overhanging volume at the lower level links the new building to the existing one and allows smooth movement. A pilotis space, a two-story atrium and a planted upper terrace support interaction. Ventilation windows provide natural airflow.

Pengfei He

Cruise Terminal

Sunday, 16 November 2025

Dongtou Passenger Port

Dongtou Passenger Port is a cruise terminal located at Tantou Mountain Bay in Dongtou, China. The terminal links urban and scenic areas. Guided by the concept of symbiosis of mountain and sea, terraced setback buildings and planted slopes form a three dimensional space. The design connects the mountains and the coastline lengthwise and includes an 800 meter commercial and waterfront belt across the site. Transport, commercial and ecological corridors are placed on separate levels. A curved concrete shell structure, inspired by seashell forms, keeps the interior free of columns.

Pengfei He

Office

Saturday, 15 November 2025

Xinhe Group HQ

Xinhe Group Headquarters is an office complex in Fuyang, Zhejiang Province. The site is surrounded by small hills and bordered by water on three sides. Six buildings of three to five floors are arranged along the lake and follow the terrain, which secures natural light and wide lake views for the office areas. The volume is divided into smaller parts and landscaped rather than built as one large block. The land was once a habitat for water birds, and their spread wings inspired the flying bird concept. Stone, wood, glass and metal are combined throughout.

Guanyu Tao

Art Museum

Friday, 14 November 2025

Yan

Yan Art Museum redefines the relationship between architecture and nature, serving as a cultural hub that celebrates local heritage. Nestled in the rugged landscape of Rushan, Shandong, its deconstructivist design draws inspiration from stony textures and flowing contours. The museum features water encircled plazas, artist studios, dynamic galleries, and performance spaces, all interconnected across levels. Textured concrete mimics natural stone, seamlessly integrating the structure with its surroundings while transforming the sloped terrain into functional pathways and plazas.

Hao Zhong

Mixed Use

Thursday, 13 November 2025

Spira Silva

The Spira Silva, in Williamsburg's redeveloped waterfront, envisions a vibrant, eco conscious future by integrating nature with urbanism. Unlike traditional timber buildings, the project utilizes twisted CLT panels for both aesthetics and efficiency. Interior spaces vary across floors, offering flexible configurations and adaptable layouts. The Spira Silva challenges conventional skyscraper design, fostering a welcoming atmosphere and promoting sustainable urban living.

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