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A New Architectural Landmark for Learning: UNL College of Architecture Expands with CoArch PavilionIn a compelling demonstration of pedagogical design, NADAAA in collaboration with HDR has completed the CoArch Pavilion, a contemporary mass timber extension to the UNL College of…
Reinventing a Landmark: Storm King Art Center Grounds ReimaginedIn a bold yet respectful intervention, Heneghan Peng Architects and WXY Architecture have transformed the Storm King Art Center grounds, ushering in a new chapter for the iconic sculpture park in Upstate…
Tucked away in a lush, wooded landscape just steps from a quiet golf course, lies Residence SAB , a new single-family home designed by the award-winning studio Govaert Vanhoutte Architecten . This Belgian house among trees is more than just…
In a place far from the noise of the city, where rocks meet valleys and trees surround every corner, the Minimalist Napa Valley House known as Amnesia House stands as a modern example of minimalist design that leaves a lasting…
Perched on the rugged Atlantic coast of Ireland, where fierce winds meet rocky cliffs, lies a remarkable home on Cruit Island in Donegal. This house reimagines the traditional bungalow. It blends seamlessly with the granite outcrops and lush greenery to…
IntroductionTucked away in a bustling street of Buenos Aires stands the Marconi Theatre not just a building, but a living witness to the city’s rich cultural and architectural history. Designed by the renowned Argentine architect Juan Bautista Arnaldi and completed…
In a quiet corner of London, where skyscrapers now touch the sky, once stood a grand palace that housed kings and witnessed dramatic shifts in English history. Richmond Palace , born in 1501 and erased by 1659, was more than…
Tucked inside the Art Institute of Houston, there’s a sculptural staircase that’s far from ordinary. It doesn’t just help you get from one floor to another; it pulls you into an artistic experience where every step feels like part of…
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Saint Johns, a small town in Michigan, stands the historic Steel Hotel a proud relic of an era when American architecture was bold, expressive, and deeply rooted in craftsmanship. Built back in 1886,…
In the heart of Lehi, Utah, stands the Mormon Tabernacle , a historic building that reflects both local heritage and human ambition. Built in 1880, it remains a powerful symbol of the era before Utah officially became a state a…
IntroductionAt the heart of the Spanish town of Alcañiz , stands the San Francisco Church a timeless witness to centuries of architectural and cultural transformation. More than just a place of worship, it reflects the spirit of the community and…
IntroductionTucked away in a quiet neighborhood of Buenos Aires stands the Goethe-Schule building a living testament to the long standing cultural ties between Germany and Argentina. More than just a school, this institution has become a symbol of cultural exchange…
IntroductionIn the heart of Chiclayo, northern Peru, stands the Baca House a quiet but powerful witness to a bygone era that has not been forgotten. It is more than just an old building; it’s a work of art that tells…
Tucked away in the heart of the famous Białowieża Forest one of Europe’s last primeval woodlands stands a place that tells a quiet but meaningful story of community care. This is the site of a nursing home photographed in 1991,…
A Landmark Erased from Quebec’s Architectural HeritageIn the heart of Gatineau’s historic Hull district, once stood Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Church, a striking example of traditional Canadian church architecture. Built in 1892, it served not only as a place of worship, but as…
IntroductionDeep within the ancient Białowieża Forest, one of Europe’s last great wildernesses, stood Tsar Palace Białowieża. This palace once symbolised imperial grandeur and quiet retreat. Built between 1894 and 1901 on the orders of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, this…
In the world of architecture, stories don’t always end with a building’s construction or even its demolition. Some structures become more than just spaces; they become part of a city’s memory. One such story is that of The Borgata ,…
Deep in Pennsylvania’s countryside lies what remains of the town of Centralia once a thriving coal-mining community, now a symbol of environmental disaster and urban decay. It wasn’t just abandoned; it was slowly consumed by underground fires that have been…
Perched on the rugged coastline of northwest Puerto Rico, standing tall against the Atlantic winds, is a quiet yet proud structure. It has witnessed over a century of change. This is Punta Higüero Lighthouse in Rincón. It is not just…
On May 28, 2025, the quiet Swiss village of Platten in the Valais region was shaken by a rare and powerful natural disaster. A partial collapse of the Birch Glacier triggered a massive Swiss landslide that swept through the village…
Urban Renewal in the Heart of the Vinyl DistrictThe W Hollywood Hotel recently reopened after undergoing a comprehensive renovation carried out by the Rockwell Group. This urban renewal of the W Hollywood Hotel is located in the heart of Los…
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