Sofia Carvalho

Hospitality Architecture

Embracing Nature: The South Loft by Fria Folket

Overview Fria Folket, a Swedish studio, has unveiled the South Loft, the second of four planned getaways as part of the Bergaliv landscape hotel project. Nestled on the Åsberget Mountain

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Revitalizing Tradition: Song Hyun Jae Kukje Gallery

Historical Context and Vision Situated in Seoul’s cultural heart, Kukje Gallery has been expanding its exhibition spaces since 1987, with Song Hyun Jae Kukje Gallery marking the next phase. The

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SOM LAND Hotel: Embracing Nature and Tradition

Embodying Tranquility Named after the traditional Chinese color symbolizing relaxation and a slow-paced lifestyle, SOM LAND Hotel epitomizes serenity amidst nature’s embrace. Drawing Inspiration Situated on Shanghai’s Chongming Island, SOM

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Silena Hotel: Embracing Heritage and Culture

A Legacy Reimagined Nestled at the edge of Valler Tal, Silena Hotel—formerly known as the historic ‘Moarhof’—embodies the timeless allure of architecture spanning generations. Recently, the hotel embarked on a

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Harmonizing Architecture with Nature: The Seongmunan CC Clubhouse

Embracing Nature’s Topography The Seongmunan CC Clubhouse project was conceived with a fundamental question in mind: How can architecture harmonize with and embrace nature? The key principle guiding our approach

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Seaside Floating Pavilion: A Blend of Instantaneousness and Horizon

Instantaneousness: A Poetic Scene of Time and Movement Located at the easternmost tip of the Jiaodong Peninsula, the Seaside Floating Pavilion emerges from the remnants of an abandoned fishing boat,

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Revisiting the Past: Sand Beach Club’s Story

A Heritage of Fishermen’s Dwellings Once inhabited by fishermen at Chaosamran Beach in Petchaburi, the area now known as Sand Beach Club holds echoes of its maritime past. During the

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Enhancing Roseraie: A Densification Project

Project Overview The densification initiative at Domaine de la Roseraie aims to expand the site’s tourist accommodation capacity and enhance its amenities. The project unfolds in four phases, including the

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Reimagining the Roof: A Harmony of Nature and Architecture

The Significance of the Roof The roof serves as a vital link between the built environment and the sky, providing shelter while defining the essence of a structure. Its design

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Rediscovering Qixiakeng Village: Riverside Restaurant

Introduction to Qixiakeng Village Qixiakeng Village, situated in Xikou Town, Fenghua, serves as the gateway to the ancient Qixiakeng Road. Initially known as Peach Blossom Pit, the village later earned

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