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[𝐓𝐞𝐯𝐲- 𝐊𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫]មជ្ឈមណ្ឌលរបាំប្រពៃណីខ្មែរ ទេវី Khmer traditional dance is a fundamental part of Cambodia’s cultural identity, reflecting the nation’s history, beliefs, and artistic heritage. However, rapid modernization, globalization, and changing lifestyles have contributed to a gradual decline in public interest, particularly among younger generations. The lack of dedicated spaces for performance, education, and cultural exchange […]

[𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐈𝐕]𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 The NEXUS is a 25-story Grade A office landmark in Phnom Penh that breaks from conventional tower design. Its form takes cues from the nearby Mekong River, using a fluid, aerodynamic shape rather than a rigid, boxy structure. It has an active retail/dining base on the first two floors, column-free flexible

[𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗜𝗜𝗜 – 𝐓𝐡𝐦𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐦𝐡𝐚𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭] Some places aren’t meant to take you away from nature, they’re meant to bring you closer to it. Inspired by the strength and beauty of stones in Mondulkiri, this resort flows naturally with the mountain slope, embracing the land instead of changing it. Surrounded by mist, natural rock

𝗦𝗶𝗲𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗽 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗽 – 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔  Study trips are an integral part of the architecture curriculum. From 18 to 20 June, students from the Department of Architecture at Paragon International University participated in a study trip to Siem Reap Province. The field trip provided an opportunity to deepen their understanding of Khmer architecture while broadening

𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧  Our final-year students officially wrapped up their Architecture Capstone Presentations. Years of learning, creativity, and pure dedication all came together as they pitched their final designs to a panel of academic staff and industry professionals.  This year’s proposals explored a diverse range of typologies—including public facilities, cultural spaces, educational environments, hospitality, and

[𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗜𝗜𝗜 – 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁] How do we design a place of hospitality and tourism that does not erase the identity of those who have always called this land home? Putang is the answer. A resort that does not use indigenous living culture as a backdrop but places it at the center of

[𝐔𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐚 – 𝐏𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟓𝟎]The first assignment in the Theory of Urban Planning and Design course invited students to envision Phnom Penh through possible future scenarios. These urban utopias reflect present-day urban challenges while projecting speculative futures, offering insights into how young architecture students foresee the city’s transformation. Below are selected student works and

[𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬]How can an existing café be transformed into a more functional and engaging space?This student project investigates the renovation of a café in Toul Kork through architectural detailing and technical design. From roof and floor assemblies to structural connections and material systems, the project demonstrates how careful construction detailing can enhance both performance and

[𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧] ARC302 – Architectural Design Studio IV allows students to design a mixed-use high-rise building. Through this project, students explore vertical circulation strategies and experiment with form across multiple spatial conditions, expressing their creativity in complex urban scenarios.In this student project, The Vine Tower is envisioned as an evolving vertical ecosystem inspired by

[𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧]The Department of Architecture, Paragon International University, is excited to celebrate another outstanding international achievement at the XXIX Plastic Spatial Encounter 2026, organized by the Faculty of Architecture of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) through the renowned Luis Barragán Workshop.This internationally recognized competition brings together architecture students from around the