You are probably all aware of the limits that are being broken everyday in Dubai in terms of architecture. Hydropolis-the underwater hotel, Burj-Dubai, the world’s tallest building, Ski Dubai, The Palm Islands and  Burj Al Arab are just a few of the landmarks of this Arabic emirate. This “miniature” planet Earth was created by James Law Cybertecture in order to make a statement. Due to various embedded technologies, the Technosphere will be able to auto sustain itself in matters of energy. Taking into consideration the vast resources that Dubai “consumed” up to now, this building is a revolutionary project that is perhaps trying to make up for this region’s latest activity. -via Inhabitat

Who hasn’t heard of the romantic sunsets in Santorini? This is a great example of  an island of unbelievable pristine beauty, one of the few in which architecture and human influence combine with natural resources in creating something even more authentic. Mistique Resort is actually the name for eighteen suites and villas located in this Greek island, overseeing an amazing landscape. We particularly enjoyed the fact that this hotel is not an opulent and extravagant one, but a piece of architecture perfectly integrated in the spirit and sceneries of the island. We are hoping that more and more people working in design and in the field of architecture will understand how important it is to preserve the overall atmosphere of a location and add value to a place through their works. – via Design Milk

EASTERN Design Office is a company of architects located in Kyoto, Japan. The “Slit” house is made entirely out of walls which implies this building has no windows. The light only gets in through slits which turns this project into a very original one. Still, the concrete walls don’t really make this the warmest and inviting place to live in. But this is just the exterior, perhaps a welcoming interior could counterattack the “hostility” this place initially inspires. All in all, the architecture is truly impressive and so are the shades that the light forms in the house.- via Home Rejuvenation

We are not sure that once this stunning structure will start floating, the environmental issues will all be over, or that the oceans will be less polluted or less dangerous,. All we can tell for sure is that they will certainly be more observed by aspiring designers worldwide. Created by Peddle Thorpe Architects, “Fluid” can remind one of the architectural wonders recently built in Dubai. This large structure with its strange but beautiful aquatic shape can either “wait” patiently in a harbor or take off and float towards the next destination. “Fluid” was especially design to house the World Expo in Yeosu, South Korea, event that will take place in 2012. - via