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Linearity, elegant geometric structures and extreme cosiness, here are some of the Bridge Soft’s strengths. Thought for teleworking and moments of waiting, these chairs by @citteriospa adapt perfectly to any environment, by virtue of their modularity. They can be placed in line or orthogonal to each other, drawing different unexpected compositional effects thanks to the different positioning of the backrests and armrests. Their practicality is also manifested in the possibility of electrification, thanks to the socket units that can be inserted along the structural beam. /// Linearità, eleganti strutture geometriche ed estrema comodità, ecco alcuni dei punti di forza Bridge Soft. Pensate per il lavoro agile e i momenti di attesa, queste sedute by @citteriospa si adattano perfettamente ad ogni ambiente, in virtù della loro modularità. Possono essere poste in linea o ortogonali tra loro, disegnando diversi inaspettati effetti compositivi per mezzo del differente posizionamento di schienali e braccioli. La loro praticità si manifesta anche nella possibilità di elettrificazione, grazie ai gruppi presa inseribili lungo la trave strutturale.

Yellow takeover in a music school in Portugal/ The new intervention by Aurora Arquitectos for the Artave – CCM Music School in Caldas da Saúde connects the different pre-existing spaces and offers new community spaces to the students. More on domusweb.it . . . Aurora Arquitectos, Artave – CCM Music School, Caldas da Saúde, Portugal, 2020 @auroraarquitectos

History of the vault, from ancient Mesopotamia to today/ We retrace the evolution of a very ancient architectural element, which was used in Roman and Gothic times, and which had a new life in the Twentieth century, through the massive use of materials such as concrete and steel. More on domusweb.it . . . Le Corbusier, Maison Jaoul, Neuilly-sur-Seine, 1956

Art and politics? Here is an allegory. The Sybil and the Emperor Augustus. The most powerful man bows before her with humility and concern. Augustus seems to want to know from the prophetess what he must do in the face of the imminent war; in reality the emperor legitimized his decisions with the prophecies of the Sibyl and with the consultation of the Sibylline books. More on domsuweb.it . . . Paris Bordon, Apparition of the Sibyl to Augustus, circa 1550. Curated by Valentina Petrucci @valentinartandheart

A petition to save Michel Kegan’s student housing in Paris/ Architects, urban planners and historians, ask Paris to protect contemporary architecture and, in particular, the architectural ensemble signed by Michel Kegan in the XIII arrondissement of the city. More on domusweb.it . . . Michel Kegan and Nathalie Régnier-Kegan, office and student housing complex, Paris, 2010. @pritzkerarchitectureprize @docomomointernational ́gnierkegan

The new Axel-Springer house by OMA opens in Berlin/ The building designed by OMA for the German publishing group is a project-manifesto: a large hollow container made of terraced floors and bridges to generate innovative workspaces and meeting places in the digital age. More on domusweb.it . . . OMA, Axel Springer Campus, Zimmerstrasse, Berlin, Germany, 2020. Photo Laurian Ghinitoiu, Courtesy OMA @oma.eu @laurianghinitoiu

All(zone) designs an optical warehouse in the outskirts of Bangkok/ The Thai firm reinvents the spaces and the languages of the architecture of logistics, to adapt them to the needs of a representative building. More on domusweb.it . . . All(zone), Duriflex Warehouse, Samut Sakorn, Thailand, 2020. Photo Soopakorn Srisakul @rachaporn_ch

The design of modern kitchens require hoods that are capable to perfectly integrate in with clean and essential lines, without forgetting the optimization of space. Thanks to the exclusive SHIFT 2136 system, the head free hood “RULES” by @elicarianuova design Fabrizio Crisà gives the possibility to modulate, with precision, its depth from 21cm to 36 cm, adapting to the internal project design of the kitchen. Moreover, the use of DEKTON®️, an exclusive material that is resistant against scratches, stains and UV rays makes this hood extremely durable in time. Elica’s patented inclined grills are made to collect condensation drops and channel them towards a removable and washable tray, which makes it very hygienic and safe. /// Il design delle cucine moderne necessita di cappe in grado di integrarsi perfettamente a linee pulite ed essenziali, senza dimenticare l’ottimizzazione dello spazio. Grazie all'esclusivo meccanismo SHIFT 2136, la cappa Rules di @elicarianuova design Fabrizio Crisà dà la possibilità di modulare con precisione la sua profondità da 21cm a 36cm, adattandosi al design dell’intero progetto della cucina. Inoltre, l’utilizzo dell’esclusivo materiale DEKTON®️, resistente ai graffi, alle macchie e ai raggi UV rende questa cappa estremamente durevole nel tempo. Le griglie inclinate brevettate da Elica, ideate per raccogliere le gocce di condensa e di incanalarle all'interno di un raccoglitore liquidi del tutto rimovibile e lavabile, la rendono invece igienica e sicura.

An historic farmhouse connects with its well/ Two-Bo Arquitectura and Luis Twose redesign a farm in Catalonia by inserting in the garden an underground walkway that comes to embrace the walls of the old cistern. More on domusweb.it . . . Luis Twose + Two-Bo, Aigües de Vilajuïga, Catalonia, Spain, 2019. Photo José Hevia @twobo_arquitectura

Editorial. Will technology save us?/ The discipline of architecture and the ever-changing world of technology continue to intersect in a complex way, redefining the boundaries of the profession. In October’s editorial, Domus 1050, guest editor David Chipperfield questions the role of architects and designers in engaging technologies towards broader responsibilities. More on domusweb.it . . . Text David Chipperfield. Photo Thomas Struth @david.chipperfield

A resort where to meditate in the middle of the Himalayan mountains and the sacred Indian river/ Where the Ganges meanders through the Indian Himalayas, a sinuous path winds gently through the pavilions of the new luxury resort designed by yh2architecture in India. More on domusweb.it . . . yh2architecture, Complex Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa, Rishikesh, India, 2020. Photo Maxime Brouillet @yh2_architecture @maximebrouillet

Kenneth Frampton’s critical regionalism put in practice/ Slanted House by Paradigma Ariadné emphasizes the relationship with the landscape, following the slope of the terrain and abandoning horizontality. More on domusweb.it . . . Paradigma Ariadné, Slanted House, Ipolytarnóc, Hungary, 2020. Photo © Paradigma Ariadné @paradigmaariadne