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Architizer's 14th A+Awards<\/i><\/a><\/span> judging is live! Subscribe to our <\/i>Awards Newsletter<\/i><\/span><\/a> for updates on Public Voting and the big winner reveal later this spring.<\/i><\/p>\n

Architects often strive for innovation and seek to push the bounds of design into uncharted territory. But there is much to learn from the ground already trodden. Revisiting the typologies of the past through a contemporary lens can yield exciting, fresh perspectives.<\/p>\n

Vernacular architecture is a product of its locality. It\u2019s a patchwork of design languages, native materials and building traditions informed by centuries of lives before us. This distilled knowledge is part instruction manual, part storybook \u2014 it summons rich cultural tales and imparts the blueprints for building on unique, regional terrain. Evoking the vernacular is a form of time travel \u2014 a way of colliding the past and present.<\/p>\n

These six A+Award-winning projects each draw inspiration from historic, localized design and reimagine the vernacular spirit for the 21st<\/sup> century.<\/p>\n

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Komera Leadership Center<\/a><\/h3>\n

By BE_Design<\/a>, Rwinkwavu, Rwanda<\/h4>\n
Popular Choice Winner, 11th <\/sup>Annual A+Awards, Community Centers
\nJury Winner, 11th <\/sup>Annual A+Awards, Architecture +Community
\nJury Winner, 11th <\/sup>Annual A+Awards, Architecture +For Good
\nJury & Popular Choice Winner, 11th <\/sup>Annual A+Awards, Architecture +Low Cost Design<\/h5>\n

\"\" \"KomeraThis remarkable women\u2019s community and health center in Rwanda\u2019s rural eastern province is as dynamic in its design as it is in its plight. Set against a mountainous backdrop, the building itself is an architectural topography of angular peaks, shaped from patterned brickwork and woven eucalyptus screens. This graphic silhouette was inspired by the region\u2019s traditional imigongo art, which emphasizes bold, geometric shapes. Deeping rooted in the cultural landscape, the vernacular art form has become a powerful symbol of resilience thanks to its resurgence in recent decades.<\/p>\n

At the core of the center is a succession of airy, vaulted halls. Hinging translucent panels segment the spaces and offer impressive multifunctionality. When closed, they carve out three classrooms for more intimate teaching and mentorship. When the panels are retracted, the interior transforms into a vast meeting hall for large community gatherings and events.<\/p>\n

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Super Paradise Beach Club<\/a><\/h3>\n

By Omniview Design<\/a>, Mykonos, Greece<\/h4>\n
Popular Choice Winner, 11th <\/sup>Annual A+Awards, Bars & Wineries<\/h5>\n

\"Super \"SuperThe landscape of Mykonos is bristling with new development, however, this enigmatic beach bar harks back to the Greek island\u2019s architectural roots. Its crisp white form, articulated in organic, flowing lines, is reminiscent of the Cycladic vernacular. Allusions to historic motifs are playfully incorporated \u2014 recessed pockets in the walls have been reincarnated as presentation spaces for the work of local artists, as well as storage nooks for the bar.<\/p>\n

Traditional materials abound throughout the scheme, yet their handling is deftly modern. The project\u2019s curvilinear geometry, seamless and sophisticated in its finish, is a product of cutting-edge design technology. The result is an aesthetic the architects call future retro. It\u2019s a space that straddles different temporal plains, and in doing so, finds itself somewhat timeless.<\/p>\n

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The Kaleidoscope<\/a><\/h3>\n

By Inrestudio<\/a>, Quang Binh Province, Vietnam<\/h4>\n
Jury Winner, 11th <\/sup>Annual A+Awards, Low Rise (1 \u2013 4 Floors)<\/h5>\n

\"The \"TheConstructed on a remote factory site in central Vietnam, this pioneering live-work project has a wonderfully whimsical inspiration. Capped with a conical roof, the building was modeled after a traditional Vietnamese farmer\u2019s hat, known as a n\u00f3n l\u00e1. Vernacular fashion is something of an unconventional architectural influence, yet the unusual form was mindfully chosen.<\/p>\n

The surrounding region is known for its fiercely hot winds in the dry season. Consequently, the structure\u2019s walls are placed perpendicular to the undulating roof periphery, creating channels of natural ventilation throughout the building. Intricate perforated block walls, a common design feature in tropical regions, help to moderate the extreme temperatures too. Constructed by a diverse team of experienced craftspeople and inexperienced farmer-builders, the project itself facilitated a valuable exchange of regional construction knowledge.<\/p>\n

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Marlboro Music Reich Hall<\/a><\/h3>\n

By HGA<\/a>, Marlboro, Vermont<\/h4>\n
Jury Winner, 11th <\/sup>Annual A+Awards, High Education & Research Facilities<\/h5>\n

\"Marlboro \"MarlboroNestled on the historic Marlboro College campus in the foothills of Vermont\u2019s Green Mountains, four newly constructed gabled volumes stand harmoniously amid a collection of centuries-old former farm buildings. With its rectangular box structures and pitched roofs, the Reich Hall complex is a stunning modern iteration of a historic Cape Cod cottage. This classic vernacular has been sensitively reimagined with crisp, minimalist lines and contemporary vertical cladding.<\/p>\n

Respectful of the site\u2019s organic terrain, the stepped forms follow the natural incline of the hillside. Inside, the new lofty rehearsal spaces are enveloped in warm-hued wood to clarify the acoustics. Vast, floor-to-ceiling windows merge the stripped-back interior with the rugged mountains and woodlands beyond. The project\u2019s simplicity pays homage to the architectural past, while celebrating the vitality of the landscape.<\/p>\n

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Locust Grove Event Pavilion<\/a><\/h3>\n

By de Leon & Primmer Architecture Workshop<\/a>, Louisville, Kentucky<\/h4>\n
Jury Winner, 11th <\/sup>Annual A+Awards, Pavilions<\/h5>\n

\"Locust \"LocustLocated on the grounds of Locust Grove, an 18th<\/sup>-century agricultural estate and National Historic Landmark, this experimental pavilion is an artful <\/span>interpretation of the surrounding acreage.\u00a0<\/span>The structure was conceived as a sweeping, large-scale porch,\u00a0an exaggerated feature of the nearby Georgian farmhouse. In keeping with its vernacular inspiration, the pavilion has been masterfully positioned to frame picturesque views across the grounds. <\/span>The project is anchored in stone and timber, reinforcing the material connection with the property\u2019s historic buildings.<\/span><\/p>\n

The pavilion is a porous space, simultaneously offering shelter yet open to the elements. Fittingly then, domestic symbolism is balanced by articulations of the external environment. The structure\u2019s roof is coffered with a tangle of glulam beams, an allusion to the sinuous bark of the surrounding black locust trees, the farm\u2019s namesake. Meanwhile, restrooms and storage spaces are concealed within volumes clad in a herringbone limestone skin. The undulating design recalls the repetitive stonework of the historic ha-ha walls that delineate the estate.<\/p>\n

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Hub of Huts<\/a><\/h3>\n

By NOA<\/a>, Trentino-South Tyrol, Italy<\/h4>\n
Popular Choice Winner, 11th <\/sup>Annual A+Awards, Spa & Wellness<\/h5>\n

\"Hub \"HubAt first glance, this wellness complex manifests as a floating village, reflected in a covert mirror line in the clouds. Looming in mid-air, the extraordinary cantilevering structure subverts perception. The project was envisaged as a traditional Italian hamlet in the mountains, pared back to its simplest gabled form \u2014 and turned on its head. These simplistic silhouettes conjure up childlike notions of shelter and protection, though their purpose is two-fold.<\/p>\n

While the open upper-level cabins house two jacuzzis, outdoor showers and a changing room, the inverted lower level hides the swimming pool\u2019s water purification system and the sauna\u2019s tiered seating, along with other amenities. The complex is fantastical in appearance, yet the cabins\u2019 light brown aluminum panels channel the hues of the surrounding valley. It\u2019s at once a masterpiece forged in the mountains and a product of an otherworldly realm. Here, the humble vernacular form has been elevated to dazzling new heights.<\/p>\n

Architizer's 14th A+Awards<\/i><\/a><\/span> judging is live! Subscribe to our <\/i>Awards Newsletter<\/i><\/span><\/a> for updates on Public Voting and the big winner reveal later this spring.<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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