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Wadhal’s Wade House in Ruislip: A Modern Twist on 1930s Metro-land Architecture

Transforming tradition with texture In the heart of Ruislip, London, architecture studio Wadhal has completed Wade House, a modern reinterpretation of the area’s traditional suburban style. This new construction stands where dilapidated garages once were. With meticulous planning, the design adheres to neighborhood conventions while introducing a fresh perspective, thanks to Wadhal founder Fahad Malik’s innovative vision. Though Wade House...

Wade House with a modern facade in a suburban setting

Coventry’s Iconic 1960s Central Baths to be Demolished Despite Heritage Significance

Coventry’s Central Baths: A Post-War Marvel The UK government’s approval to demolish the Grade II-listed Coventry Central Baths leaves a gap in the city’s architectural history. Designed by Coventry City Architect’s Department, this 1960s structure stands as a symbol of post-war innovation. Despite its closure since 2020, Historic England had praised it as “amongst the most ambitious baths built anywhere...

Exterior of Coventry Central Baths scheduled for demolition

Xingu House by Tetro Arquitetura: An Architectural Marvel Embracing Brazil’s Natural Landscape

Perched gracefully in Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, the Xingu House rises like a geological phenomenon against its rugged surroundings. Designed by Tetro Arquitetura, this architectural vision—led by architects Carlos Maia, Débora Mendes, and Igor Macedo—sprawls across an expansive 8,000-square-meter plot, weaving a narrative between nature and design. Existing stone walls from a bygone structure curve through the uneven terrain, embraced...

Modern house with large glass windows surrounded by lush greenery.