Example of outdoor and exterior architecture
Example of outdoor and exterior architecture

Outdoor

In this section of Arkitectureonweb you will find a selection of projects from all over the world concerning outdoor architecture. This branch of architecture deals with the planning, design and management of open spaces and the landscape, at different scales of intervention.

What is the Landscape? According to the definition of the European Convention, the Landscape indicates a certain part of the territory, as perceived by the populations, whose character derives from the action of natural and / or human factors and their interrelations. The landscape architect is the one who plans and designs urban and rural landscapes in space and time, based on the natural characteristics and historical and cultural values of the area.

Outdoor and exterior architecture encompasses a wide range of designs and styles, from traditional to modern, classic to contemporary. The materials used in exterior architecture, such as stone, metal, glass, and wood, often reflect regional identities and play an important role in defining a building's overall aesthetic. Elements such as windows, doors, balconies, gables, cornices, columns and arches are often used to add visual interest and provide an inviting entryway.

Outdoor lighting can also be incorporated into the design to illuminate pathways or accentuate architectural details. When considering exterior architecture for a project, it is important to consider local climatic conditions and contextual features, such as nearby buildings or natural features. Ultimately, the exterior architecture must create a sense of place that is comfortable for visitors and enhances the surrounding landscape.

This practice combines site planning, architecture, art and environmental restoration to help connect an area to surrounding buildings and make the landscape attractive in itself. The goal of landscape architecture is to create pleasant, functional and beautiful spaces that meet the needs of their owners or the public.

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Buysse & Partners' new headquarters and the Domesticity of Office Space in an iconic building of the Belgian modern architecture
Buysse & Partners' new headquarters and the Domesticity of Office Space in an iconic building of the Belgian modern architecture

Buysse & Partners' new headquarters in Antwerp are the embodiment of an idea of domesticity of office space, realized by reinterpreting an extraordinary work: the more than 800-square-meter interior of the famous BP Building, completed in 1963 by Leon Stynen, one of the greatest Belgian architects of the 20th century

B73 Residential Building. Exclusive design and functionality within a thermoformed skin
B73 Residential Building. Exclusive design and functionality within a thermoformed skin

The B73 building is located in one of the central areas of Sofia, Bulgaria. It stands out in the urban context for its innovative and impactful appearance. The building strikes a balance between design and functionality, all while using high-end materials and exhibiting exceptional craftsmanship

DCA Building: Between urban camouflage and aesthetic and functional innovation
DCA Building: Between urban camouflage and aesthetic and functional innovation

The DCA residential building is situated on a plot of just 105 square meters in one of the most traditional residential areas of Mendoza city, Argentina. Here, the predominant urban environment consists of buildings from the 1960s and 1970s and the General San Martín Park, the city's largest green lung

Earth House. Km 0 earthen architecture with high energy performance
Earth House. Km 0 earthen architecture with high energy performance

Earth House in Mexico City was designed with the intention of being in harmony with the environment through sustainable construction techniques and high energy performance

Building the contemporary by walking in the footsteps of the ancestors.
Building the contemporary by walking in the footsteps of the ancestors. "Aperture," a main chalet-home in Chamonix

"Aperture" in English (which in photography defines the lens aperture through which light passes in order to enter the camera and that like a pupil, opens and closes out to adjust the amount of light) is the name of this chalet, built by a grandfather and renovated today with emotion by his grandson

Apartment FONT6 a Wunderkammer. A quiet retreat filled with emotionally charged artifacts a stone's throw from the Sagrada Familia
Apartment FONT6 a Wunderkammer. A quiet retreat filled with emotionally charged artifacts a stone's throw from the Sagrada Familia

The FONT6 apartment that belongs to Andrea Serboli, one of the two founders of the architecture firm, was the perfect opportunity to develop a sample of their style with the only limits of a maximum budget to invest and find a place for the countless objects and mementos that make up the owner's collection

The Siemens Energy offices in Mexico City provide spaces for the new smart working method
The Siemens Energy offices in Mexico City provide spaces for the new smart working method

To give a new boost to the return of its employees after the pandemic, Siemens Energy renovates its office spaces, which do not change their function, but how they are used, and in offering dedicated places for individual work and meetings

Height games and contrasts between introverted and extroverted spaces. Three-dimensional living in the Holiday House in Bregenzerwald
Height games and contrasts between introverted and extroverted spaces. Three-dimensional living in the Holiday House in Bregenzerwald

A vacation home in Bregenzerwald, Austria. Made of solid wood and completely rebuilt on the foundations of the pre-existing house, it offers a space that is warm and welcoming but also able to connect deeply with the landscape through the large windows

The Monsoon House in Thrissur, India. A theatrical connection between space and time
The Monsoon House in Thrissur, India. A theatrical connection between space and time

A sprawling residence that seamlessly amalgamates tradition, luxury and family warmth. The Monsoon House honors the Eastern architectural heritage, keeps traditional craftsmanship alive by weaving it into its spaces, and gives its inhabitants comfort and affluence while evoking a family atmosphere

Reflective installation
Reflective installation "Breath" interprets the connection between people

Presented in the west loggia at the University of Milan, "Breath" is a new concept designed to bring a more empathetic approach to care and reception in the hospital model of the future

Nestled in the lap of an ancient medieval agricultural area, the former site of an automobile company transforms into a
Nestled in the lap of an ancient medieval agricultural area, the former site of an automobile company transforms into a "house with four roofs

"House with four roofs" is a new residential home, located on the former site of an automobile company on the outskirts of the village of Boekel, in North Brabant, amidst the structures of an ancient medieval agricultural area

A&A Towers, the new sustainable and responsible residential development by Eko Atlantic
A&A Towers, the new sustainable and responsible residential development by Eko Atlantic

A&A Towers is a new luxury residential development located in the Ocean Front District of Eko Atlantic, in the heart of the city, offering modern and airy homes equipped with all amenities, from restaurants and cafes to recreational facilities

Viñedo De Coté in Mexico combines production and hospitality by harnessing the site's configuration
Viñedo De Coté in Mexico combines production and hospitality by harnessing the site's configuration

Over the years, wineries have become not only places of wine production but also venues to welcome visitors and wine enthusiasts. The design of Viñedo De Coté, located in Ezequiel Montes, Querétaro, Mexico, has also embraced this challenge

San Ignacio. Upgrading and expansion of a villa in Mexico
San Ignacio. Upgrading and expansion of a villa in Mexico

San Ignacio is a renovation and expansion project of a dwelling located in the state of Nayarit in Mexico. The client's request was to renovate the existing building in poor condition and the construction of two new volumes, one that could serve as a flexible space for photo shoots and other creative expressions, and the second as an outdoor living space in direct relationship with the pool

Woodland Classrooms, portals between the familiar territory of the school and the mysterious world of the forest
Woodland Classrooms, portals between the familiar territory of the school and the mysterious world of the forest

The Woodland Classrooms project is creating a narrative that opens up imaginative interactions with the natural environment. Thanks to the uniquely shaped wooden structure rise these two new classrooms with an intimate atmosphere that prepare children for a future of autonomy and inclusion

Prior Performing Arts Center: An incubator for multidisciplinary learning in the performing and visual arts
Prior Performing Arts Center: An incubator for multidisciplinary learning in the performing and visual arts

The Prior Performing Arts Center at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts, is a facility spanning roughly 7,800 square meters, designed to be an incubator for multidisciplinary learning based on the performing and visual arts for students of all academic disciplines

20/A of Am Gries and the hidden parallel world within it
20/A of Am Gries and the hidden parallel world within it

20/A: this is how the Messner Architects studio named the project for the artist Hannes Egger at 20/A Am Gries, in the historic center of Luna, a place for thought and work, retreat and exchange

Pavimentazioni drenanti e filtranti. Una scelta necessaria per far fronte al clima sempre più estremo
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Hikes above the Horní Bečva quarry in order to encompass the drama of the surroundings
Hikes above the Horní Bečva quarry in order to encompass the drama of the surroundings

Three new scenic walks above the Horní Bečva quarry take visitors to the slopes and to the top of the quarry hill, together forming a walking circuit that connects all the major viewpoints, a nearby road, and a parking lot

Fat Deer Lodge, a family home that is all about the love of the land and nature
Fat Deer Lodge, a family home that is all about the love of the land and nature

Located in Darby, Montana, the design of this 220-square-foot residence is a reflection of its owners' style, life experiences, and love of the land. From its name, Fat Deer Lodge, to its distinctive location, this is a home that tells the story of...

Restyling per il condominio a Milano. Stile contemporaneo & Design

Una nuova immagine per il condominio degli anni ’60 in via Zurigo. L’intervento di riqualificazione interessa il miglioramento delle prestazioni energetiche e il restyling architettonico della facciata

Wooden and glass shelter
Refuge in Trentino. Glazed facades to blend in with the landscape

Glass, wood, stone and metal are the components of this refuge at the Tonale Pass. A complete integration with its natural surroundings, thanks to the transparency and reflection of glass

Peace Bridge in Georgia
Bridge of Peace in Tiblisi. Symbolic architecture to connect Territory and Society

In Tbilisi, Georgia, Architect Michele de Lucchi has designed a bridge with parabolic curves that connects the two districts, the historic centre to the west and the park to the east, previously divided by the Mtkvari River

Historic building in Lecce restored
Restoration of historic building in Lecce. Glass panels lighten the elevations

The structure of the famous historical building "Il Sedile" built in Lecce in 1592 on the instructions of the then Venetian mayor Pietro Mocenigo, is the subject of an operation of lightening thanks to the replacement of framed windows

Il Tempio di Augusto a Pozzuoli. Vetro e Restauro innovativo rispettando l'Esistente

Un intervento di Architettura contemporanea, firmato dall’Architetto Marco Dezzi Bardeschi, ha contribuito a preservare 2500 anni di storia, attraverso l’utilizzo di nuove tecnologie in vetro Faraone

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Vetro & Impianti Sportivi. Norme e tendenze per le Architetture Trasparenti