By Architectural Review Desk Published: September 17, 2026 1. Main Facts: The Anatomy of a Modern Sanctuary Set against the lush, hyper-humid, and verdant backdrop of northern Iran, a newly completed residential project has captured the attention of the global architectural community. Titled the Corner Villa / Super Void Space—captured…
The landscape of the engagement ring market is undergoing a seismic shift. For decades, the industry was defined by rigid traditions—the standard diamond solitaire, the expected price point, and the linear path from a retail display case to a proposal. However, as we move further into the 2020s, that model…
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.…
In an era defined by the relentless pursuit of "perfection"—where diamonds are laser-cut to exact specifications and graded by sterile, standardized metrics—one Copenhagen-based atelier is leading a quiet rebellion. RoughDiamonds.dk, founded by the visionary Maya Bjørnsten, has spent nearly two decades championing the raw, unrefined beauty of diamonds exactly as…
Introduction: A Milestone for African Artistry The 10th-anniversary edition of GemGenève, held in 2026, served as more than just a global marketplace for the world’s finest gemstones; it acted as a launchpad for the future of African design. Among the highlights of this prestigious industry gathering was the unveiling of…
WASHINGTON — For decades, the rhythm of philanthropic planning in wealth management has followed a predictable, albeit rushed, seasonal cadence. As the calendar pages turn to November and December, advisors and high-net-worth clients engage in a familiar year-end scramble. Conversations pivot swiftly toward tax efficiency, deductions, and compressed timelines, with…
In the rapidly evolving urban landscape of L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, just outside Barcelona, a new residential development is challenging traditional notions of affordable multi-family housing. Designed by the renowned studio b720 Fermín Vázquez Arquitectos, a newly completed "build-to-rent" housing block comprising 37 dwellings demonstrates how tight economic constraints and transitional…
