Architecture from objects

Sou Fujimoto has created an installation consisting of everyday items, from potato chips to an ashtray, for the 2015 Chicago Architecture Biennial

Explore the captivating design of Poland's Pavilion at World Expo Osaka 2025 by Interplay, celebrating spirals and innovation. Discover more about the Polish Pavilion's visionary journey.

Some artists look for inspiration in otherworldly places, while others use whatever is around them and make the most out of it! Brazilian architect, urban planner, building technician, and art lover Felipe de Castro turns everyday objects, places, and foods into unusual architectural designs. In his wild imagination, a face mask transforms into a hospital, a microphone is a hotel, a sandwich becomes an oddly-shaped building, and a stamp turns into an Apple office.

The vertical greens help shade the building interiors and thus cool the indoor spaces, especially the front west face. Similarly, the jalis also protect the building from the harsh weather of Mumbai by blocking the sun whilst still allowing the cool breeze to flow through. This will help to dramatically reduce energy consumption whilst also creating a comfortable indoor environment.