Articles by Hadir Al Koshta

Gurdau Winery was founded in 2012 on a “green field” and the first vineyards were planted on the slopes above the village of Kurdějov the same year. The construction of a winery house began to be considered in 2016. It was proposed to locate the winery in the center of the vineyards, which is the most logistically and operationally efficient solution.

The Lucky Club is a new bar in Camden that is perched alongside the Grade II* Listed Horse Hospital, designed by vPPR Architects for LabTech Ltd. The lightweight structure has been delicately positioned above the historic built fabric of the Stables Market, wrapping around the corner facing onto Chalk Farm Road. The design draws on the heritage of its location, with an undulating steel pattern that acts as a crown, signaling North London’s newest hotspot.

The north-facing site is in Hospet, Karnataka. We conceptualized the home as a series of volumes coalesced together. To achieve this fluidity in the space we looked at an animated section that varies along the length of the home. The varying roof profile(s) of the house create a play of volumes and spaces in the interior, making it a sensory experience.

The new Vennesla church is a cornerstone for a larger church complex in Vennesla and will be a new landmark in the county of Agder, Norway. The building balances between a sacred and sculptural expression, with joint use across generations for the congregation and the church employees. The church is situated in a church grove extending from The Fjord of Vennesla. Between the church and the cemetery, an open space has been established that pulls together the footpaths towards the area from the south, west, and north, and is framed by the bell tower which also marks the church’s main entrance. The new church will supplement the old Vennesla church and function as the main church in the parish. LINK Arkitektur has designed a bright and inviting facility for multiple activities. An efficient and open floor plan is adapted to multi-use and appears inviting and easily accessible to the congregation and employees.

The Pocheon Hillmaru Country Club, nestled in the tranquil rural town of Pocheon-si, South Korea, posed a unique design challenge. Spanning an expansive 700 acres (283 hectares) and boasting a remarkable 54-hole golf course, the club required a programmatic design that not only met the athletic needs of its sprawling grounds but also prioritized environmental sustainability. The club owner’s vision encompassed a clubhouse that could comfortably accommodate over 1,000 private lockers, 200 electric cart storage spaces, and a luxurious restaurant capable of seating up to 300 patrons, taking into consideration the club’s size and anticipated daily visitors. To fulfill these requirements, a series of innovative seating plans were devised, harnessing the dynamic nature of the programmatic needs.