Orbital Architecture
Architecture and design concepts for structures in space, on celestial bodies, and facilities exploring cosmic themes.
STELLAR-1: A Dandelion-Inspired Orbital Refuge Built for Humanity's Eventual Return to Earth
A space elevator and porous lattice shells turn an orbital colony into infrastructure that safeguards people, seeds and knowledge until Earth heals.
ORIGYN GAIA: A Self-Expanding Orbital Station Built from Asteroid Material
Adam Hoehne, Jack Hooper, and Ricardo Miguel propose a modular space habitat that grows itself using in-situ resource utilization.
Moon Trip Centre: Circular Geometry as a Gateway to Cosmic Experience
A shortlisted competition entry translates orbital mechanics into radial architecture, turning visitors into active participants in space exploration.
Orionis Planetarium and Observatory by Snøhetta: A Celestial Landmark in Douai, France
Orionis Planetarium by Snøhetta blends elliptical architecture, sustainable design, and immersive astronomy experiences in a biodiverse, landscaped setting.
Spiral Cocoon: A Gravity-Sculpted Habitat for 2,000 Orbiting Residents
Zeynep Yerlikaya proposes a centrifugal spiral that carves artificial gravity along its walls and zero-gravity life at its core.
The Orb by MARC FORNES / THEVERYMANY: A Masterpiece of Parametric Architecture Pavilion Design
An exploration of The Orb, a parametric architecture pavilion blending art, computation, and immersive experience at Google’s campus.
Space Invaders: A Von Braun Wheel Rebuilt with Inflatable, Regolith-Shielded Habitats
Jiri Vele's Orion Station spins once a minute at 1,400 km, hanging regolith-filled inflatable modules on a bicycle wheel frame for 2,000 people.
Orbital Habitat Architecture: Innovating Life Beyond Earth with Project DRAGONFLY
Explore the pioneering design and sustainable vision of Project DRAGONFLY, the future of self-sustaining orbital habitat architecture.
Modern Corner Lot Homes: Exploring the Orbit House by Estudio PK
Exploring Orbit House by Estudio PK, a benchmark in modern corner lot homes design, maximizing natural light and landscape views.
Embracing Serenity and Innovation: The Spiritual Architecture Design of Orbit of Illuminance
This article delves into the Orbit of Illuminance, a spiritual architectural project in Burkeville, Canada, aimed at enhancing peace and reflection.
Orbit Of Illuminance
Orbit of Illuminance is the structure situated in Burkeville, Canada designed to activate the spiritual aspect of the human being by providing the positive and stimulating space of concentration.
