Nuno Leónidas Arquitectos

Today, NLA - Nuno Leónidas Arquitectos, Lda has completed more than two hundred projects and established a reputation as a highly professional and capable practice.



The firm is very successful in public competitions and has built up a high level of expertise in hotels and tourist resorts, offices, corporate projects and residential developments.

Great emphasis is placed on advanced computer technology for administration and computer aided design. The practice has developed its own software to improve the efficiency and quality of internal methodology and project management.



Normal services also include feasibility studies, project co-ordination and construction supervision with specialist areas of expertise in hotel design, town planning and passive solar architecture.



Arising from the firm's extensive experience in hotel projects, the interior design department has now been established as a separate company, NL - Decoração, Lda.



Although independent, strong links are maintained with the core architectural practice in order that projects may benefit from the resultant synergy.

naturehumaine

naturehumaine is an architectural and design firm founded by Stéphane Rasselet and Marc-André Plasse.
The context and the specific nature of each project form the premises of their design process. Their objective is to actualize the potentialities of the site and to confer it a unique and lively personality. They see architecture as a skilful mixture between symbolic, economic, sociologic, environmental and cultural issues. With their work, they wish to position architecture as a predominant force in the evolution of contemporary ideas and lifestyles.

naked architecture

naked architecture? of course it has to do with “the naked chef”, he combines ingredients you wouldn’t expect together, but that certainly have a beautiful or very tasty effect.

we try to make naked architecture, without bling, real. naked can also be ugly. naked is intended for people who quickly notice it’s not about a joke. through an open approach we hope to achieve a bond with the client, which we can use to obtain a high level of quality.

Nuno Leónidas Arquitectos

Today, NLA - Nuno Leónidas Arquitectos, Lda has completed more than two hundred projects and established a reputation as a highly professional and capable practice.

The firm is very successful in public competitions and has built up a high level of expertise in hotels and tourist resorts, offices, corporate projects and residential developments.
Great emphasis is placed on advanced computer technology for administration and computer aided design. The practice has developed its own software to improve the efficiency and quality of internal methodology and project management.

Normal services also include feasibility studies, project co-ordination and construction supervision with specialist areas of expertise in hotel design, town planning and passive solar architecture.

Arising from the firm's extensive experience in hotel projects, the interior design department has now been established as a separate company, NL - Decoração, Lda.

Although independent, strong links are maintained with the core architectural practice in order that projects may benefit from the resultant synergy.

NORD Architecture

NORD are architects who demonstrate the continued desire to engage with the world outwith their own discipline. The practice takes great inspiration from the UK’s legacy of ‘making things’. Streets nowadays have become generic and we face the danger of having every city in Britain looking all too familiar. But within industrial British there was a true sense of collective pride and craftsmanship about what came out of factories and workshops. This understanding and passion for materials, technological innovation, for detail, craftsmanship, texture and pattern is something, which underpins the work of NORD.

New Space Architectural and Urban Design

New Space Architectural and Urban Design practice was established in 2003. Its founding director Kevin Sim, previously a director with the Singapore arm of Nikken Sekkei Partnership, was partner-in-charge of Xintiandi conservation project in Shanghai, China.

New Space is a boutique practice offering clients highly personalised service. Our staff from different cultural, educational and professional backgrounds combine in exploring new paradigms on every project they undertake, always with aesthetic and economic aspects in mind. The Practice has built up a varied portfolio of mixed developments consisting of private housing, commercial buildings, hotels and resorts as well as urban design and masterplanning for townships. New Space has received SS ISO 9001:2000 certification in 2008 in recognition of Quality management for Architectural Practice.

nervegna reed

nervegna reed is an award winning architectural firm established in 2004 by Anna Nervegna + Toby Reed, focusing on architectural design, interiors, urban design and other related design services. The architectural practice has undertaken a variety of architectural projects, as well as a number of cross disciplinary works. Informing their professional practice with an interest in exploring the growing connectivity between creative disciplines such as built form and media. nervegna reed is interested in delivering projects which exceed client expectations, and designs which transform while respecting their environments. The firms focus on client brief, budgetary requirements and project management is complimented by a commitment to design and built form which will contribute to our culture.

N A T a r c h i t e c t e s

N A T a r c h i t e c t e s

NAT refers to the wet layer at the bottom where all north and west of the Netherlands consists of. The (ex) building materials, aisle sizes, the houses, streets, urban planning and development of the Dutch towns are all designed and tuned. The delta of the Netherlands, represents our kind of thinking, sober and efficient, but it-at first sight, paradoxical basic principle of life on the flood-prone marshes. These conflicting design methodology, which is very sober and tightly drawn, it is our logo.

NEXT architects

NEXT architects is an architecture practice that covers the full spectrum of the architectural field. Since its earliest projects, ‘Holland – Layer by Layer’ and ‘The Image of Metropolis’, NEXT has explored the boundaries of its own discipline, and searched for areas that overlap with other disciplines. This exploratory attitude has resulted in a highly diverse portfolio that ranges from design products to urban plans.

nendo / Oki Sato

nendo / Oki Sato

1977Born in Toronto, Canada
2002M.A. in Architecture, Waseda University, Tokyo
Established "nendo" Tokyo office
2005Established "nendo" Milan office
2006Lecturer for Showa Women's University, Tokyo "The 100 Most Respected Japanese" (Newsweek magazine)
2007 "The Top 100 Small Japanese Companies" (Newsweek magazine)2008Published "nendo" (daab)
2009Lecturer for Kuwasawa Design School, Tokyo
2010Published "nendo ghost stories" (Art Design Publishing) Private Exhibitions 2005"bloomroom" Milan Design Week / Milan
2008"elastic diamond" Milan Design Week / Milan"kuuki" Le Bain gallery / Tokyo
2009 "ghost stories" Friedman Benda gallery / New York"ghost stories" Museum of Arts and Design / New York
2010 "chair garden" Antonia Jannone gallery / Milan"thin black lines" Phillips de Pury at Saatchi gallery / London
"blurry white surfaces" Phillips de Pury / London Collections The Museum of Modern Art / New York
Musee des Arts decoratifs / ParisMuseum of Arts and Design / New YorkCooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum / New YorkThe Montreal Museum of Fine Arts / MontrealDesign Museum Holon / HolonThe Israel Museum / JerusalemHigh Museum / Atlanta

Nic Owen Architects

Nic Owen Architects are a young design focused architectural team located in the heart of Carlton, Victoria. The team are committed to creating architecture that is a joy to inhabit through the treatment of space, form, materials and light. The practice specialises in residential architecture, which responds to each individual site and environment, creating unique and elegant forms that contribute to the wider community and make a difference to our visual landscape.

NHArchitecture

“NHArchitecture is a leading Australian design studio founded on the principles of collaboration and open debate, where architects and designers are united by a commitment to creating outstanding contemporary architecture.We seek a new expression for architecture as a public construction unencumbered by the traditional and narrow definitions of function or type.

We believe design is no longer the domain of the egocentric architect with a single vision. Instead we believe projects are complex and inclusive, where the architect acts as both creator and mediator, providing the platform for clients, engineers, planners and the broader community to engage fully with the process of design.This collaborative approach also reflects the evolving relationship between governments, authorities and the private sector for the delivery of major infrastructure and partnership projects. NHArchitecture is leading the thinking towards integrated and flexible environments and an architecture capable of engaging with the complexities of the contemporary Australian city.”

Neeson Murcutt Architects

Neeson Murcutt Architects was formed in 2004, combining the independent practices of its directors Nicholas Murcutt and Rachel Neeson.
As directors of a studio based practice, they are closely involved at every stage of all their projects. Neeson Murcutt Architects employs staff who are experienced, creative and dedicated. As a team Neeson Murcutt Architects are committed to delivering intelligently conceived and well-executed projects. Based in Sydney, Neeson Murcutt Architects works in urban, suburban, rural and outback settings across Australia.
Neeson Murcutt Architects architecture aims to be both engaging and memorable. Neeson Murcutt Architects looks to the particularities of each project – its program, budget, physical and cultural contexts – to identify the driving questions to which the architecture responds. Neeson Murcutt Architects delights in the unexpectedness that often results from the search for the most direct solution.
Neeson Murcutt Architects seeks to integrate artful experimentation with professional logic. Neeson Murcutt Architects brings a public mindedness to the work with each project considered within its broader contemporary environment – its impact on public domain, sustainability, infrastructure and landscape.
The work of Neeson Murcutt Architects has been recognised for design excellence locally and internationally through awards, publications, lectures and exhibitions. This includes representation at both the 2006 and 2008 Venice Biennales, the 2009 Wilkinson Award for the Whale Beach House, the 2009 National Architecture Award for Residential Architecture for Whale Beach House and Zac's House, the 2009 RAIA VIC Chapter Architecture Award for Zac's House, 2008 RAIA NSW Chapter Architecture Award for the North Avoca House, the 2007 Wilkinson Award for the Five Dock House and the 2006 RAIA NSW Chapter commendation for the Shipwreck Lookout.

Normal Architecture Office

Normal Architecture Office (NAO) is a design practice for conceptual and built architecture, curating and urbanism.Normal Architecture Office's founder and chief designer is Srdjan Jovanovic Weiss, with Katherine Carl and E. Thaddeus Pawlowski as principal advisers. Weiss is an Assistant Professor at Temple University, Tyler School of Art_Architecture. He was educated at Harvard University studying with Rem Koolhaas, Jacques Herzog and Richard Gluckman with design experiences from Herzog & de Meuron Architects in Basel, Gluckman Mayner Architects in New York and from collaborations with artists Jenny Holzer, Robert Wilson and Marjetica Potrc. Previously he taught at Harvard GSD, University of Pennsylvania, Columbia University, Parsons School of Design and Pratt Institute. Katherine Carl is an art historian and curator educated at Stony Brook University and Oberlin College with curating experiences from The Drawing Center, The DIA Center for the Arts and Artslink in New York and National Endowment for the Arts in Washington D.C. E. Thaddeus Pawlowski is an urbanist educated at Penn School of Design and currently he is Associate Urban Designer at the New York City Department of City Planning.

Peter Dredge/NHArchitecture

NHA Design Director Peter Dredge has forged an impressive career working across a diverse range of architectural projects. He has led teams on buildings within the health, educational, institutional, commercial, residential and entertainment fields.

Peter has spent much of his career devoted to the design of major infrastructure and urban developments in Melbourne, always with an eye to maximising the use of public space and ensuring every site becomes a dynamic part of its surroundings.

Peter is an integral part of NHA’s management team, bringing both design flair and commercial acumen. His enthusiasm for nurturing young talent, combined with outstanding expertise across all areas of project delivery, makes Peter a natural leader within both the company and the property industry.

Hamish Lyon / NHArchitecture

Having made a significant contribution to major projects and public spaces over the last two decades, Hamish Lyon is one of the nation’s most respected architects.

Hamish believes modern design is no longer the domain of the architect with a single vision, and his open, responsive approach to architecture values collaboration and partnerships.

During his career, Hamish’s diverse range of projects have helped to shape our cities, particularly Melbourne. He has received several prestigious awards, including the Robin Boyd Medal, awarded under the chairmanship of the pre-eminent Australian architect, Glenn Murcutt.

Hamish is also active in the role of teaching and speaking on issues of public architecture and public space, and presents his ideas and research at a number of public forums.

Lyndon Hayward/NHArchitecture

Lyndon Hayward, Principal and founding partner of NHArchitecture, has developed a substantial profile in project delivery through his participation in many major projects in Australia and internationally.

Lyndon’s experience has been gained across a geographically diverse backdrop: he has worked in elite architectural practices in Australia, Britain, Hungary and Italy, and travelled to Europe and Japan to study the inspiring landscape and gardens of these places.

An ability to unpack complex design problems and engage directly with them has made Lyndon a genuine leader in his field. His role at NHA focuses on the delivery of architectural and consultant services, and leading and developing a team of individuals.

“I have a deep commitment to team building, and exploring ways to enhance individual performance while maintaining commitment to the team”.

Lyndon’s strong strategic leadership and impressive technical experience has resulted in some of the most outstanding architectural outcomes in Australia and made him an important specialist in the field.

Roger Nelson/NHArchitecture

Roger Nelson, Principal and founding partner of NHArchitecture, has built a highly regarded profile as a leading urban designer and architect, with particular expertise in retail developments. Roger leads the design authorship at NHA and takes a lead role in conceptual design. His strategic thinking has become the foundation for a practice which embraces new ideas and creative solutions for rapidly evolving consumers. “A building is a cultural event that should be engaged with and embraced”.Roger’s approach to design is to create an inviting, user-friendly space that connects with the built environment. His intelligence and ability to articulate ideas effectively are often fundamental to the success of his projects. A passion for breaking the mould of the traditional shopping mall design, and unparalleled experience in the sector has made Roger one of the nation’s pre-eminent retail architects. In recognition of this expertise, Roger was asked to become Chair of the Melbourne Retail Advisory Board, the auspice body of the Melbourne Retail Strategy. This joint initiative of the City of Melbourne and the State Government of Victoria commenced on 2006.

Niall McLaughlin Architects

Niall McLaughlin Architects is a practice that designs high quality modern architecture. We put a strong emphasis on the inventive use of building materials, the qualities of light and the relationship between the building and its surroundings. We consider these issues to be more important than working in a particular style and hope that each project will be an original interpretation of the client, site, brief and budget. We have been working since 1991 when Niall established the practice. Since that time we have grown to employ 18 people including three associates who have joined Niall in developing the practice. In 1998 Niall McLaughlin was selected as the UK Young Architect of the Year. Following this the practice’s achievements have been recognised nationally and internationally with numerous awards for its buildings, exhibitions, and publications. In 2001 Niall McLaughlin was made an honorary fellow of the Royal Institute of Architects in Ireland for achievements in architecture. This practice does not specialise in particular building types. We consider our specialism to be high quality architecture and enjoy having a broad range of projects in the office; from town master plans, to schools, health centres, community buildings, group housing, private residential houses, exhibitions, furniture and bandstands.

For us, practice is understood as range of activities which are all necessary to each other - design of buildings, fittings and furniture; making buildings, installations and models; connecting speculation and practice, lecturing and writing about architecture; collaborations with craftsmen, artists and consultants. We use a great range of materials in our building projects. We enjoy it most when we inventively combine traditional and new construction techniques. We relish unexpected juxtapositions. All of our designs are discussed with the makers, not just in terms of performance, but also as aesthetic propositions. A good builder generally has a good eye. The work shown here is less interested in the expression of technology by bolts, junctions and gaskets, more in the overall presence of a space. In particular the way in which materials alter space by modulating light; combing it, diffusing it, storing it, reflecting it, dulling it or changing its speed. Most of the projects here are developed in relation to particular narratives. In many cases from the client’s own brief. We consider the briefing stage of a project to be a critical part of the creative process. This is where the client’s ideas can start us on the track to inventive proposals. The history of the site is frequently the starting point for architectural speculation. It is important that these stories are absorbed into the architecture so that they are only ever implicit; they are ways of bringing the project into being, not of explaining it when it is there.

noroof architects

Margarita McGrath and Scott Oliver began working together in 1994 on the design of the ranch house project for a horse-loving client and her husband. A decade+ later, they completed their first permanant built work together (alas the ranch house remains unbuilt), and decided to call the collaboration noroof architects.
Bio
Scott and Margarita grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, but they didn’t meet until both had left the desert to see more of the world. Scott is the son of an architecture professor at Arizona State University; Margarita, the daughter of a contractor.
Their paths crossed in 1993 at UCLA and three years later they found themselves living in Seoul, South Korea, practicing and teaching architecture.
Scott & Margarita wrapped up the century with a move to New York City. Margarita has worked as an architect while living in Europe and Asia.
For the last eight years she has been practicing architecture in New York and teaching architecture in Blacksburg, VA. For her the work of noroof architects is an opportunity to realize an old school notion that teaching and making architecture go hand and hand.
Recent work with students has been looking at opportunities for architecture to make broader public contributions, specifically by fostering terrains for learning.
Margarita is currently an Associate Professor at the School of Architecture + Design at Virginia Tech. Scott has two decades of national and international design experience, for which he has received local and national design awards.
Scott’s projects under other roofs range from a new city in the Middle East for half a million inhabitants to an energy efficient (“green”) service building for the Department of Design and Construction for the City of New York.
Scott is committed to designing buildings that many can share, but enjoys the rigor of research-oriented and smaller-scale work.
noroof architects website