Dongyi Mansion / Kokaistudios

Architects: KokaistudiosArea: 1124 mยฒYear: 2015Photography: Charlie XiaLead Architects: Andrea Destefanis, Filippo GabbianiArchitectural Design Team: Pietro Peyron, Yong Zheng, Chang Liu, Neo NieInterior Design Team: Rake Wang, Lianzhong Fu, Ada Sun, Seven Shi, Suju KimClient: BM HoldingCity: ShanghaiCountry: China Dongyi Mansion, designed by Kokaistudios in Shanghai’s Jing’An district, transforms a former 1980 movie theater into a …

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LeJeune Residence / MXMA Architecture & Design

Architects: MXMA Architecture & DesignArea: 77 mยฒYear: 2014Photography: Andrien WilliamsLead Architects: Maxime MoreauProject Team: Adam Robinson, Dany Durand-Courchesne, Eric EngdahlInterior Designs: Christian Bรฉlanger DesignEngineering: DelfortCity: MontrealCountry: Canada The LeJeune Residence, located in the Plateau-Mont-Royal Borough of Montreal, was transformed by MXMA Architecture & Design in 2013 and completed in 2014. Originally built in 1890, the …

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PH MIRร“ / PH TIPO CASA

Architects: PH TIPO CASAArea: 145 mยฒYear: 2022Photography: Federico KulekdjianLead Architect: Marcelo SassoConstructions: DINAMICA ConstruccionesClient: Belen & TroCity: Buenos AiresCountry: Argentina PH MIRร“, designed by PH TIPO CASA, renovates a house in Parque Chacabuco, integrating light and functionality into the existing structure. Completed in 2022, the project reclaims and enhances the house’s original spaces without expanding …

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Perforated House / KLUJ STUDIO

Architects: KLUJ STUDIOArea: 177.5 mยฒYear: 2013Photography: Jeremi Buczkowski, Anna B. GregorczykLead Architects: Piotr Kluj, Pawel LitwinowiczConstruction: Waclaw Latawiec, Mieczyslaw Guล›ฤ‡City: PoznanCountry: Poland Perforated house residential project designed by Piotr Kluj and Pawel Litwinowicz from KLUJ STUDIO in Poland transforms a typical 1970s semi-detached house into a contemporary home. Completed in 2013, the renovation maintains a …

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Urban Beat / WY-TO

Architects: WY-TO ArchitectsArea: 106 mยฒYear: 2015Photography: Svend AndersenStructural Engineering: Plus ConceptConstruction: ARB Agencement Rรฉnovation BelghaliCity: MontreuilCountry: France Urban Beat residential project designed by WY-TO architects in France has enhanced the existing family home with a respectful yet contemporary vertical extension. Completed in 2015, this project adds a new floor to the house, maintaining its historical …

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Writer’s House / Branch Studio Architects

Architects: Branch Studio ArchitectsArea: 344 mยฒYear: 2016Photography: Peter ClarkeLandscape Architect: Plume StudioStructural Engineer: Perrett Simpson P/LDesign Team: Brad Wray, Simon Dinh, Rowena HenryOriginal Architect: Michael R E FeldhagenOriginal Furniture: Jakob RudowskiNew Dining & Coffee Tables: Brad Wray WorkshopRudowski Side Board Restorations: Orchard DesignCity: MelbourneCountry: Australia Writer’s House, designed by Branch Studio Architects and located in …

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The Corner House / Poly Studio

Architects: Poly StudioArea: 240 mยฒYear: 2016Photography: Tatjana PlittLead Architects: Daniel WolkenbergBuilder: Markus ConstructionsCity: MelbourneCountry: Australia The Corner House, a residential building designed by Poly Studio in Balaclava, Melbourne, transforms an Edwardian weatherboard house with a modern extension that complements and contrasts the original structure. Completed in 2016, the design uses Silvertop Ash timber and strategic …

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Mannal House / Denizen Works

Architects: Denizen WorksArea: 240 mยฒYear: 2022Photographs: Gilbert McCarragherMain Contractor: John MacKinnon BuildersLocation: Isle of TireeCountry: United Kingdom Taigh Na Traigh or Mannal House, a residential building located on the Isle of Tiree, Scotland, provides an exceptional view east towards the mainland over Mull. This residential building, designed by Denizen Works, integrates with the agricultural remnants …

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Apartment in Oku / Buttondesign

Architects: ButtondesignArea: 78 mยฒYear: 2023Photographs: Masaki KomatsuManufacturers: Cosentino, NEW LIGHT POTTERY, NIPPON STEELLead Architects: Kohei Kikuta, Yuzuru MurakamiCollaborator: Yuta YoshiokaCollaborators: Kichi&AssociatesCity: Arakawa CityCountry: Japan Apartment in Oku, designed by Buttondesign in Arakawa City, Japan, renovates a 40-year-old building to create an open, sensory-focused living space for a family of three. The project, completed in 2023, …

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Hutch & Co / Biasol

Architects: BiasolArea: 210 mยฒYear: 2015Photography: Ari HatzisCity: LilydaleCountry: Australia Hutch & Co, a modern restaurant and cafรฉ designed by Biasol in Victoriaโ€™s Yarra Valley, combines historical charm with contemporary design. Completed in 2015, this 210 mยฒ space features a mix of materials and finishes, engaging patrons through an open-plan kitchen and a refined palette. The …

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A Tale of Two Buildings in Nantou / fabersociety

Architects: fabersocietyYear: 2022Photographs: Chao Zhang, Kangyu HuManufacturers: Da Gu CementLead Architect: Long ZuoLighting Design: GD-Lighting DesignConstruction: West construction, Jiangxin Jian ZaoProject Planning and Design Management: Urban Research Institute of China Vanke; vaLue DesignTechnical Coordination and Construction Drawing Design: Shenzhen Bowan Architecture Design InstituteDesign Team Nt46: Long Zuo, Yunjie Jiang, Mei Cheng, Alex Lara, Xu LiuDesign …

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The Gertler Residence 1970 / Ray Kappe

Architects: Ray KappeArea: 444 mยฒ (4,775 ftยฒ)Year: 1970Renovation: 2012Photography: Michael La Fetra, Julius ShulmanClient: Leonard Gertler & Judith GertlerOwner: Michael La FetraProgram / Use / Building Function: ResidentialCity: Saint MonicaCountry: United States The Gertler Residence, a residential building designed by Ray Kappe in Santa Monica, California, exemplifies modern architecture tailored to hilly terrain. Built in …

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Alegre House / Jorge Vidal Studio

Architects: Jorge Vidal StudioArea: 803 mยฒYear: 2014Photography: Eugeni PonsStructure Engineering: Fernando PurroyHealth And Safety Study: Mario BarredoTechnical Support: Luisa VรกzquezFacilities: David BofillInterior Design: Marcos Catalan, Victor BergesBuilder: BioconstruccionesCity: Sant Joseph de sa TalaiaCountry: Spain Alegre House, a residential building designed by Jorge Vidal in Eivissa, transforms an existing concrete structure into a harmonious living space. …

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APM Gallery in Haikou Gaoxingli / Dazhou and Associates

Architects: Dazhou And AssociatesArea: 387 mยฒYear: 2023Photography: Dong Image, Fangfang TianLead Architects: Tang DazhouDesign Team: Dazhou and AssociatesEngineering: Chen XuejianClients: Noya TeamProgram: Museum & Exhibition Interiors, GalleryCity: Hai Kou ShiCountry: China APM Gallery in Haikou, designed by Dazhou and Associates, transforms a commercial block into a community art space. Completed in 2023, this 387 mยฒ …

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Beijing Poly Plaza / Kokaistudios

Architects: KokaistudiosArea: 119924 mยฒYear: 2023Photographs: RAWVISION studioLead Architects: Andrea Destefanis, Filippo GabbianiArchitecture Design Director: Pietro PeyronArchitecture Design Team: Chang Liu, Jingning Ji, Min Cheng, Shuxian Peng, Fei Zheng, Andrea Antonucci, Tian Lu, Wenye Zhu, Yong Zheng, Lang Wang, Pedro Miguel, Ian HsuInterior Design Director: Rake WangInterior Design Team: Suzy Zhang, Chang Qing, Alex Jiang, Federico …

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Space for Something / Davidson Rafailidis

Architects: Davidson RafailidisArea: 122 mยฒ (1313 ftยฒ)Year: 2023Photography: Naho KubotaLead Designer: Davidson RafailidisTeam: Stephanie Davidson, Georg RafailidisEmployer Of Record: BDR D.P.C.Exterior Signage: Andre FuchsCity: AmherstCountry: United States Space for Something, a renovated restaurant by Davidson Rafailidis in Amherst, New York, has transformed a fire-damaged building into a versatile, program-independent space. Completed in 2023, the project …

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Deep Time Palace / Wutopia Lab

Architects: Wutopia LabArea: 16,650 mยฒYear: 2023Photography: CreatAR ImagesChief Architect: Ting YuProject Architect: He HuangProject Manager: Shengrui PuDesign Team: Shengrui Pu, Dali Pan, Liran Sun (Conceptual Design Phase), Jialin Xie (Drawing Compilation Phase)Installation Design: Zhou Kuang, He Huang, Jialin XieConstruction Proxy: Changchun Municipal Government Investment Construction Project Management CenterConstruction Drawing: Tianjin Architectural Design Institute Co., Ltd.Construction: …

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La Fantaisie Hotel / PETITDIDIERPRIOUX Architects

Architects: PETITDIDIERPRIOUX ArchitectsArea: 4000 mยฒYear: 2023Photography: Sergio GraziaInterior Design: MBDS (Martin Brundneski Design Studio)Lighting Designer: CobaltAcoustic Engineering: META AcoustiqueLandscape Design: Agence Christophe GautrandProject Management Assistant: ACPH/INEXTENSOArchitects: PETITDIDIERPRIOUX ArchitectsProject Managers: Laurent ThierryStudy Coordinator, Execution Master Builder, And Opc: EGISVisual Engineering: LMIConstruction Engineering: ATIXISClient: Leitmotiv HรดtelsFacade Engineering: VS-AKitchen Engineer: HACSSignage: HERE designCity: ParisCountry: France La Fantaisie Hotel …

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American International School of Guangzhou Science Park Campus / Perkins&Will

Architects: Perkins&WillArea: 38,823 mยฒYear: 2023Photography: STUDIOFANG, RAWVISION StudioStructure: Cundall Engineering Design Consulting (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.MEP Consultant: Cundall Engineering Design Consulting (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.Acoustic: Shanghai Greenspace Landscape Co., Ltd.Landscape Consultant: Shanghai Greenspace Landscape Co., Ltd.Design Team: James Lu, Aimee Eckmann, Paul Rice, Qi Chen, Zhou Fang, Nick Perry, Daniel Rollet, Chenjian Zheng, Bingchi Sung, Yanfang Sun, …

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Brickkiln Lane Innovation / MAT Office

Architects: MAT OfficeArea: 5068 mยฒYear: 2023Photography: Weiqi Jin, UCDDesign Team: Kangshuo Tang, Miao Zhang, Youpeng Liu, Ningyan He, Xiaodan Tan, Tianyi Chen, Yunfei Qin (MAT Office); Ning Xu, Dongzhi Yu, Dongmei Li, Guodong Ge (UCD)Design Development: UCD, MAT officeConstruction Documentation: UCDCity: HaidianCountry: China Brickkiln Lane Innovation, designed by MAT Office in Xisanqi Street, Beijing, revitalizes …

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Shanshui Firewood Garden / Mix Architecture

Architects: Mix ArchitectureArea: 1,100 mยฒYear: 2021Photographs: Arch-ExistStructural Consultant: Shanghai Yuangui Architectural Structure Design OfficeMEP: Ruiwen Engineering Design (Shanghai)Lighting: LUMIA LabDesign Team: Suning Zhou, Ke Yang, Qian Shi, Ziye Wu, Tao Tang, Libin LinConstruction Consultancy: Qinhao WenClient: Chengdu Jinda Jiajin Cultural Tourism Co., Ltd.Construction Design: ZHI CHENG ARCH-TECHCity: YibinCountry: China The Firewood Garden, designed by Mix …

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Jiangnan House Changyuan in Suzhou / Atelier Deshaus

Architects: Atelier DeshausArea: 833 mยฒYear: 2023Photographs: Fangfang Tian, Hai ZhuLandscape: YIYU DesignLighting Consultant: Chenyi Design Construction Consultance (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.Construction: Shanghai Jianwei Cultural Heritage Conservation Tech. Co., Ltd,Interior Construction: Shanghai Yinlong Architecture Decoration and Greening Co., Ltd.Garden Construction: Suzhou Garden Development Co., Ltd.Design Team: Liu Yichun, Shen Wen, Ji Hongliang, Shi YujieInterior Design: Atelier Deshaus, …

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TaoCang Art Center / Roarc Renew

Architects: Roarc RenewArea: 2448 mยฒYear: 2020Photography: Wen StudioPrincipal Architect: Robben BaiProject Architects: Mengxuan Sheng, Leqian XueDesign: Xiaoyi Liang, Yejing Wu, Huiqin Lu, Junyi YangTerrazzo Parquet Floor Design: Qian Gu, Mengxuan ShengLighting Design: AILDLighting Design Team: Shenglin Hong, Guyu Chen, Zhenyun LiuConstruction Consultant: Zhang Chenghua from EMCC/ Shanghai Jielu Decoration Design Engineering Co. Ltd.Terrazzo Flooring Constructor: …

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Arts District Warehouse / Sheft Farrace

Architects: Sheft FarraceArea: 6600 ftยฒYear: 2024Photographs: Mike KelleyManufacturers: AutoDesk, Miele, Bold Lighting, Corian, Elkay, Forms + Surfaces, Kohler, Lumenwerx, McNichols, Schalge, Sloan Valve Company, Summit AppliancesLead Architects: Alexander Sheft; John FarraceStructural Engineering: Polon & Lewis Structural EngineeringMEP Engineering: AJ DesignProgram / Use / Building Function: Event Space / Mixed UseWaterproofing Consulting: Hendrix Consulting LLCGeneral Contractor: …

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Renovation of Peace Parks Gate 6 / Atelier Z+

Architects: Atelier Z+Area: 960 mยฒYear: 2022Photographs: Min YangConstruction General Contractor: Shanghai Gardening-Landscaping Construction Co., LtdLead Designer: Bin ZhangDesign Team: Yanlin Jin, Zhaoming Chen, Ruoyue Chen, Shenghao YangClients: Shanghai Hongkou District Greening Management Affairs CenterCollaborators: Landscape Design Institute of Tongji Architectural Design (Group) Co., Ltd (Construction Drawing Design๏ผ‰City: Hong Kou QuCountry: China Renovation of Peace Parks …

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Viet Tri House / I.House Architecture and Construction

Architects: I.House Architecture and ConstructionArea: 292 mยฒYear: 2023Photography: Hiroyuki OkiManufacturers: Ades Lighting, An Cuong, Ariston, ArtDNA, Dulux, Hafele, INAX, Schneider, TAICERA, Vicostone Quartz Surfaces, Vinh Tuong – GyprocLead Architects: Dang Huy Cuong, Le Manh TrungM&E: Nhat Minh JSCInterior Designers: Woodaily JSCConstruction: Centicons JSC, Nguyen Van HoiPerspective: Nguyen Huy CuongConstruction Supervisor: Pham Thanh TungInterior Supervisor: Hoang …

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Xiangshan Art Commune / Office Canopy of Architecture

Architects: Office Canopy of ArchitectureArea: 1500 mยฒYear: 2022Photography: Guodong ZhengLead Architects: Tianxin Xu, Wei LiDesign Team: Yiru Xu, Zhang Zhang, Chunchun Wu, Maowei Guan, Binnan Xie, Xiaofen Yang, Jiaqi ZhouArt Director: Tian LiuProject Management: Shengzhao Li, Fanrui WuTeam (Branding): Xinyuan Zhang, Liangyong Li, Xiaoyun Luo, Ziyuan Chen, Tianning Xue, Jianzhi TangBranding: Open Matter InstituteClients: Dexin …

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Cotton Park / AIM Architecture

Architects: AIM ArchitectureArea: 1500 mยฒYear: 2023Photography: Dirk WeiblenLead Architects: Wendy Saunders, Vincent de GraafDesign Team Leader: Chris ChengDesign Team: Emilio Wang Chen, Jin Kang, Jo Jiao, Laile Li, Luqian Lin, Zheng WeiVisualization: Steve Do, Yan JiaoFF&E Team: Lili Cheng, Weisha DaiGeneral Contractor: Shanghai Dong Yuan Construction & Renovation Co., Ltd.Structure Consultant: BespokeClimate Consultant: Paul de …

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House in Ruins / messina | rivas

Architects: messina | rivasArea: 211 mยฒYear: 2022Photographs: Federico Cairoli, messina | rivasArquitetura: Francisco Rivas, Rodrigo MessinaCivil Construction: Ribeiro ConstruรงoesCity: ItupevaCountry: Brazil A house in ruins on the outskirts of Itupeva, 80km from Sรฃo Paulo, has been transformed by messina | rivas into two residences for local residents. Situated on a 19th-century farm, the design harmonizes …

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QBN House / Pardo Arquitectura

Architects: Pardo ArquitecturaArea: 360 mยฒ (3875 ftยฒ)Year: 2022Photography: Josรฉ CamposLead Architects: Sofia Parente, Andrรฉ DelgadoCity: Viana do CasteloCountry: Portugal QBN House designed by Pardo Arquitectura in Viana do Castelo, Portugal, is a refurbished former farm building transformed into a family home. The house sits at the highest point of a rural farm, surrounded by greenery, …

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House in Mouzinho de Albuquerque Square / Carvalho Araรบjo

Architects: Carvalho AraรบjoArea: 7104 ftยฒYear: 2020Photographs: NUDOManufacturers: Much more than a windowLead Architect: Josรฉ Manuel Carvalho AraรบjoEngineering: BO Associados – Projectos de Engenharia, LdaConstrutora: Pedralbet – Construรงรตes LdaCity: BragaCountry: Portugal Casa na Praรงa Mouzinho de Albuquerque, a residential building designed by Carvalho Araรบjo in Braga, Portugal, enhances spatial organization within a complex urban plot configuration. …

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Elรญas House / CREUSeCARRASCO Arquitectos

Architects: CREUSeCARRASCO ArquitectosArea: 2217 ftยฒYear: 2020Photographs: Luis Dรญaz DรญazManufacturers: Hansgrohe, Hisbalit, Fontini, JNF, Jaga, Roca, Saunier DuvalStructure / Direction of Execution: Fรฉlix Suรกrez RiestraEngineering / Installations: Isabel Francos AnlloQuantity Surveyor: Juan LeisConstruction Company: Construcciones RostroPromoter: Elias Alegre GamirCity: CorcubiรณnCountry: Spain The Elรญas House, a renovated residence designed by CREUSeCARRASCO Arquitectos in Corcubiรณn, successfully preserves its …

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Aristo House / Tom Thys Architecten

Architects: Tom Thys architectenArea: 145 mยฒYear: 2020Photography: Lorenzo ZandriLead Architects: Tom ThysLandscape Design: Bart UreelDesign/Presentation: Tom Thys, Katrien Lommaert, Siebrent Willems, Alexander Van GestelProgram / Use / Building Function: Holiday homeCity: PalmoliCountry: Italy Aristo House, a holiday home designed by Tom Thys Architecten in Palmoli, Italy, has revitalized a historical building from 1914. Situated on …

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Mora35 Apartment / sculpta

Architects: sculptaArea: 52 mยฒYear: 2021Photography: Vlad PฤƒtruCity: BucharestCountry: Romania An aristocratic residential project designed by sculpta in Bucharest, Romania, revitalizes a historical space from the mid-twentieth century. Completed in 2021, this project transforms a compact 52-square-meter area within a postwar building into a modern home that harmonizes timeless aesthetics with smart home functionality. The design …

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Hotel Am Holand / firm Architekten

Architects: firm ArchitektenArea: 1150 mยฒYear: 2023Photographs: Adolf BereuterLead Architects: Christian FeldkircherProgram / Use / Building Function: HotelCity: AuCountry: Austria The Am Holand hotel complex, a renovation of a 200-year-old MaisรครŸ, is strategically positioned on a south-facing slope above the village of Au, Austria. The site includes two gable-roofed buildings connected by a central structure. The …

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Maria Rosa House / VAGA

Architects: VAGAArea: 140 mยฒYear: 2020Photography: Carolina LacazManufacturers: Mรณveis Lef, UlimaxLead Architects: Fernando Oโ€™Leary, Pedro Domingues, Pedro FariaProject Team: Gabriela Inomata, Tali LibermanCity: Sรฃo PauloCountry: Brazil Maria Rosa House is a unique residential project by VAGA, set amidst the bustling urban landscape of Sรฃo Pauloโ€™s Itaim neighborhood. Designed as an urban refuge, this home not only …

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The Church Residence / Michiru Higginbotham

Architects: Michiru HigginbothamArea: 700 mยฒYear: 2022Photography: Katherine LuManufacturers: Brodware, Elton Group, Gineico Lighting, Living Tiles, Ownworld, STS Stone, WoodosBuilders: Straight Up BuiltLandscape Architects: Andrew Pearce Landscape DesignInterior Architects: Michiru Cohen, Adam HigginbothamBase Building Architect: Arc ArchitectsHeritage Architects: Heritage SolutionsStylists: Holly Irvine StudioCity: SydneyCountry: Australia The Church in Sydney, a former community church and theatre, has …

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