Main Facts French independent watchmaker Charlie Paris continues its strategic catalog-wide refresh, turning its attention to one of its most rugged and capable tool watches: the Concordia GMT. Following closely on the heels of the recent updates to the Alliance line—which introduced striking sapphire-dial models—the brand has overhauled its flagship…
Published: September 16, 2026 Curated by: Susanna Moreira Photography: Maurício Araújo Main Facts In contemporary residential architecture, the threshold between formal design and lived-in functionality is frequently contested. Enter Casa Noor (Noor House), a striking new architectural residential project designed by Marcos Lula, recently spotlighted on the global architectural stage.…
By Global Architecture & Design Review Published: September 16, 2026 Main Facts Nestled deep within the dramatic and imposing topography of the Andes, the KUSKA Residence stands as a testament to contemporary architectural restraint, cultural resonance, and ecological sensitivity. Designed by Taller MACAA—operating under the moniker Misión de Arquitectura, Construcción…
Main Facts: A New Milestone for Youth Infrastructure in Portugal The architectural landscape of Portugal has welcomed a striking new addition with the completion of the Mata do Paraíso Scout Park (Parque Escutista da Mata do Paraíso), masterminded by the visionary team at Plano Humano Arquitectos. Captured through the lens…
Main Facts On February 27, 2010, central Chile was struck by a catastrophic 8.8-magnitude earthquake followed immediately by a devastating tsunami. The coastal city of Constitución bore the brunt of this natural disaster, with more than half of its urban area reduced to rubble. Among the community landmarks lost in…
Main Facts Set against the lush backdrop of Paraná, Brazil, the Enlevo Residence stands as a profound exploration of brutalist honesty, structural transparency, and spatial intimacy. Designed by the renowned studio Drucker Arquitetos Associados and curated for publication by Susanna Moreira, the home represents a masterclass in contemporary residential architecture.…
Introduction In an era dominated by gated communities, private security fortifications, and the steady retreat of civic life behind perimeter walls, architectural interventions that actively engage with their urban contexts are increasingly rare. Yet, in Durán—a rapidly expanding satellite city adjacent to Guayaquil, Ecuador—a striking new residential project called La…
