ARCHITECTURE

a House with character

April 25, 2025|Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Croatia, Residential – houses|

A House with Character A small plot on a busy street posed a great challenge. It was essential to accommodate all spatial needs, ensure privacy and intimacy, create a green courtyard as an extension of the open-space living area, and find room for a terrace, a space for the car and motorcycle. All of this had to fit into a small plot surrounded by existing buildings. The shape and
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Kindergarten Redlham

April 25, 2025|Architecture, Austria, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Educational buildings|

A PLACE FOR CHILDREN – Kindergarten Redlham This timber kindergarten is designed as a warm, welcoming space that nurtures growth and curiosity. A compact, two-story volume houses a nursery on the ground floor and a kindergarten above, each with its own protected outdoor area. Natural light floods the interior through large windows and a central atrium, creating a bright, uplifting atmosphere. Built with untreated larch and eco-friendly insulation, the
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House CL

April 25, 2025|Architecture, Austria, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Residential – houses|

In the vicinity of Lake Constance, the longitudinal plot extends in an east-west direction. The property is accessed either via a spacious forecourt with parking for visitors or through the underground garage. Upon entering the house, two guest bedrooms with a shared bathroom are situated near the entrance. From there, the layout flows into the kitchen and adjoining pantry, followed by the dining area, which leads to the living
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Refurbishment of the Jirasek Theatre in Česká Lípa

April 25, 2025|Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Cultural buildings, Czech Republic|

The theatre, located in a region known for glass manufacturing, has a rich history dating back to the 14th century. The building underwent extensive renovation work that not only relocated the main entrance but also completely transformed the internal layout. The new entrance and café have revitalized the town's historic center, creating a lively public space. Visitors enter through the two-story foyer, which features a striking spiral staircase and
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Children´s Hospital Freiburg

April 25, 2025|Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Germany, Public and administration buildings|

The Children’s Hospital Freiburg, designed by Health Team Vienna – Albert Wimmer ZT and Architects Collective – blends medical excellence with patient-centered healing architecture, forming a compassionate and holistic healthcare model. The hospital stands as a visible symbol of exemplary healthcare design. Thoughtfully planned, the hospital fosters a healing, stress-reducing environment that supports recovery and overall well-being. An evidence-based design approach integrates healing architecture, color concepts, natural materials, and
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Residential and commercial building

April 25, 2025|Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Germany, Residential – houses|

The building at Seepromenade 11 in Überlingen has a history dating back to the early 17th century, originally constructed as an inn. It was later used as a barn and stables before being converted into residential use in the 20th century. In 1920, the Oexle family acquired the property and maintained it for over a century. Since 1957, the first floor has housed a restaurant, while the upper floors
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Family house Klánovice

April 25, 2025|Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Czech Republic, Residential – houses|

The new family house replaces the original building on a corner plot within a residential area, part of the expansive gardens near the Klánovice Forest developed in the last century. The design intent was to preserve as many existing mature trees as possible. The house is composed of individual functional cells, placed within the garden to weave between the trees. The interior is designed so that the garden visually
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Loser Panoramabahn

April 25, 2025|Architecture, Austria, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Tourism buildings|

With the new Loser Panorama Cable Car, the region is making a bold statement in innovative, ecological architecture and forward-thinking mobility. This state-of-the-art cable car ensures a faster, safer, and barrier-free connection to Loser, offering a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view. Spanning a distance of 3,5 kilometers, the cable car operates in two sections with a total of 76 cabins, each accommodating ten passengers. The ride takes only twelve minutes,
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Farmhouse Ueli in Tarres

April 25, 2025|Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Italy, Residential – houses|

The building accommodates three generations of a farming family, seamlessly combining residential and agricultural functions within a unified and cohesive space. The layout promotes interaction and collaboration while also ensuring privacy and comfort through a carefully considered system of private areas. Located in the historic center of a small village - an area subject to strict urban and architectural regulations - the project strikes a delicate balance between compliance
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Kindergarten and Fire Station in Tubre

April 25, 2025|Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Educational buildings, Italy|

The building, which accommodates both a kindergarten and a fire station, is located in a small village on the Italian-Swiss border. It is spread over four levels, adapting to the steep slope of the terrain: the lower two levels are dedicated to the kindergarten, while the upper levels, directly accessible from the road, house the fire station. The structure is composed of two distinct volumes, reflecting the building’s dual
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Sobotecká Playground

April 25, 2025|Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Czech Republic, Public / open space and landscape|

From the beginning, the Sobotecká playground project in Prague stood out. Initiated by a private investor, the project aimed to inspire residents to take part in shaping public spaces and to support initiatives that enhance community life. Despite initial skepticism, the municipality of this Prague district approved the reconstruction of the outdated playground. The investor independently funded the CZK 15 million (approx. 600.000 EUR) project, minimizing the city's involvement
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Spar Wallern

April 25, 2025|Architecture, Austria, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Industrial buildings and workspace|

Supermarket Renovation in Wallern: A Modern, Sustainable Transformation The supermarket in Wallern has undergone a comprehensive renovation after many years of loyal service. Through expansion and remodeling, the building has been revitalized while maintaining its existing structural framework. Special attention was given to sustainable energy use, ensuring the project aligns with modern environmental standards. The newly designed market now features a modern air-source heat pump, paired with a photovoltaic
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