Video shows pop-up synagogue in Ukraine unfolding like a book
This short film by photographer Iwan Baan shows the Babyn Yar Synagogue designed by Swiss studio Manuel Herz Architects opening and closing. More
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Manuel Herz encloses curvilinear hospital in Senegal with lattice brickwork
Swiss studio Manuel Herz Architects has unveiled the curvilinear Maternity and Paediatric Hospital in Tambacounda, Senegal, which is defined by its lattice-like brickwork. More
"The whole thing feels quite magical" says commenter
In this week's comments update, readers are enchanted by a pop-up synagogue in Ukraine and sharing their views on other top stories. More
Manuel Herz Architects creates synagogue that opens like a pop-up book
Swiss studio Manuel Herz Architects has created a pop-up synagogue at Babyn Yar in Ukraine to mark the 80th anniversary of a massacre that took place during the Holocaust. More
Perforated-brick school created from hospital test facade in Senegal
Swiss studio Manuel Herz Architects has designed a brick facade for a hospital in eastern Senegal that has been turned into a school by local contractor Magueye Ba. More
Ballet Mécanique apartment block has walls that unfold to form balconies and sunshades
Manuel Herz Architects has completed a housing block in Zurich, with dynamic facades that transform into balconies for its five apartments. More
Manuel Herz Architects plans S-shaped extension to Senegalese hospital
Swiss studio Manuel Herz Architects has unveiled plans to extend Tambacounda Hospital in Senegal, with a snaking building featuring perforated brick walls. More
Jewish Community Centre Mainz by Manuel Herz Architects
Manuel Herz Architects of Basel have designed this Centre for the Jewish Community in Mainz, Germany covered in glazed, green ceramic tiles. More