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A sense of place at Shanghai’s Shangri-la Qiantan by Takenouchi Webb

A sense of place at Shanghai’s Shangri-la Qiantan by Takenouchi Webb

This executive lounge and Chinese restaurant in the Shangri-La Qiantan draws sumptuously from the architecture of Shanghai Shikumen houses.

Banking with LAAB Architects, Singapore style

Banking with LAAB Architects, Singapore style

In Singapore a new workplace offers the perfect place to conduct business in comfort away from a bustling city.

WY-TO on well-being for all in tropical cities of the future

WY-TO on well-being for all in tropical cities of the future

In a time of climate emergency, how can cities support and balance the needs of their people and the planet, while ensuring their prosperity?

Is designer furniture worth the investment?

Is designer furniture worth the investment?

It’s easy to dismiss designer furniture as frivolous. Discover what really drives the price from renowned designer Piero Lissoni and decide if it’s something you value.

Towards a golden age of Australian architecture?

Towards a golden age of Australian architecture?

On the eve of 2024, our new editor, Timothy Alouani-Roby, addresses an exciting yet provocative open letter to the Australian architecture community on the opportunities of an era.

Meet the design brains behind GROHE SPA at the World Architecture Festival

Meet the design brains behind GROHE SPA at the World Architecture Festival

At the 2023 World Architecture Festival, we caught up with Antoine Besseyre Des Horts, leader at LIXIL Global Design, Asia to hear about the latest at GROHE.

Pullman Singapore Hill Street pays homage to luxury train travel

Pullman Singapore Hill Street pays homage to luxury train travel

Opened for stay in October this year, Pullman Singapore Hill Street brings guests on a journey through thoughtfully curated spaces, representing a modern take of the bygone era.

AIA Gold Medallist Kerstin Thompson at the World Architecture Festival

AIA Gold Medallist Kerstin Thompson at the World Architecture Festival

Timothy Alouani-Roby caught up with the Melbourne-based architect at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) after her AIA Gold Medal speech.

Five insights from Australian designers at the 2023 World Architecture Festival

Five insights from Australian designers at the 2023 World Architecture Festival

We asked prominent designers travelling to Singapore a simple question: what does Australian design bring to WAF? Here are the five main topics that came up.

Felix Ng of Anonymous on opening a Bangkok office and working globally

Felix Ng of Anonymous on opening a Bangkok office and working globally

The co-founder of the branding and design agency behind well-known projects such as A Design Film Festival shares observations and local tips after spending time working in Bangkok.

China and Sydney provide global standouts in the WAF winners list

China and Sydney provide global standouts in the WAF winners list

After three days of crits, talks and presentations, the full winners of the 2023 World Architecture Festival have been announced.

Winners at the World Architecture Festival in Singapore

Winners at the World Architecture Festival in Singapore

The 2023 World Architecture Festival (WAF) features no less than 44 category prizes – find out about the winners and commendations from days one and two here.