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The new Museum of Islamic Arts by I M Pei in Qatar

February 11th, 2009

The new Museum of Islamic Arts is located in Doha, Qatar. Pei Cobb Freed & Partners Architects LLP, I M Pei – veteran architect designed the new development, which was commissioned by the rulers of Qatar – the al-Thani family, in what is believed to be his last ‘statement,’ building. The 45,000m2 Museum of Islamic [...]


Austin City Hall and Public Plaza by Antoine Predock in United States

January 27th, 2009

The Austin City Hall and Public Plaza was designed by Antoine Predock Architect PC is located at the edge of the dynamic Warehouse district on the shores of Downtown Austin’s Town Lake, Texas United States. The Architecture project is dominated by landscape and incorporates limestone, copper, glass, water and shade to create the city’s living [...]

The Interpretation Centre by Woodhead at The Pinnacles Desert, Australia

January 3rd, 2009

This architecture design, the Interpretation Centre designed by Woodhead at the Pinnacles Desert, as part of its design and building process underscores the unique role of fire, both culturally and environmentally, in Australia. The Pinnacles Desert, located in Western Australia 250km north of Perth in the Nambung National Park, consists of thousands of protruding limestone [...]

Unique Stadium, Indianapolis, United States, HKS design

August 19th, 2008

Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, United States. Designed by HKS Sports & Entertainment Group, the stadium features a brick exterior reminiscent of the traditional Indiana field houses and collegiate football stadiums of the early 20th century. The stadium was designed to enhance its urban, downtown Indianapolis location. While showcasing tradition, the stadium delivers modern technology and [...]

Casa Palacio, Centro Comercial Antara, Mexico

May 29th, 2008

Casa Palacio is Mexico’s new, full service luxury home fashions destination. A Three storey circular building with a dramatic glass entrance shows off the unique home environments within. Guests enter on a sleek limestone bridge, over softly rippling pools and fountains. The first floor is a large open rotunda featuring contemporary and casual home environments. [...]

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