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Turning a space around on its head, Sasaki Architecture redesign a warehouse with low ceiling height into a spacious and pleasant workplace. Check it out and leave us your views…

As this satellite image from space shows, the Earth is fast becoming a planet of megacities. Every week humans create the equivalent of a city the size of Vancouver, Canada. Can human "megacities" learn from insect societies? A team of researchers including scientists from the University of Florida has shown insect colonies follow some of the same biological "rules" as individuals, a finding that suggests insect societies operate like a single "superorganism" in terms of their physiology and life cycle. Insect colonies make up a large fraction of the total biomass on Earth. The findings may have implications for human society.

@kns-architects-pvt-ltd create an element of drama and intrigue turning an ordinary retail space into a pleasurable experience. Check out the story here and leave us your views

With a passion for creating distinctive spaces through experimentation, modern construction and an analytical approach, Studio Ardete's latest, Boston Bites, is a café in Mohali that takes you on a journey to Boston and celebrates its cultural ethos. Find out more here…

Studio Ben Allen has created an area featuring archways, steps and a fold-down desk dedicated to children to let their creativity flow! Raw, minimal and functional allows customisations by the young users as the space grows with them. Read on to know more here…

Integrating environmental systems to enhance overall building performance, Studio Design Cosmos creates a contemporary working environment within this corporate office space.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government recently unveiled UNStudio's design, tentatively naming it 'Seoul Twin Eye'. The project is part of the Mayor of Seoul's vision 'Han River with a Thousand Sunsets', a vision to create a thousand spots along the Han River as public spaces for the people of Seoul. Collaborating stalwarts include Arup and Heerim Architects.

The new 18,000 sq. m. Maison de l'Économie Créative et de la Culture en Aquitaine, MÉCA, creates a frame for the celebration of contemporary art, film and performances, cementing the UNESCO-listed Bordeaux as the epicenter for culture. Check out the monolithic, sculptural building here…

@MVRDV uses curved topography to create continuous undulating bookshelves lining the interiors of the Tianjin Binhai Library in China. Check out the building here and tell us what you think…

Department of Architecture Co. creates a breezy paradise in Bangkok's tropical climate - The Commons Saladaeng, paying homage to the community, the surrounds and the neighbourhood's history.