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The architectural implications of a fire were clear on New Year’s Eve when flames engulfed the historic Vondelkerk Church in Amsterdam. The blaze destroyed the tower and severely damaged the interior roof. Authorities confirmed that they cannot save the building….
Crans Montana, Switzerland Architectural flexibility proved critical after a fire erupted at Le Constellation bar in Crans‑Montana ski resort on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025. Dozens died, and around 100 people suffered injuries. Authorities continue investigating the explosion that…
Urban expansion advances in Manchester after the city council approved Plot C in the Sister district. The project includes two linked commercial buildings covering about 81,000 square metres. It marks the first built phase of a masterplan for a full…
The Tianshan Shengli Tunnel opened to traffic . It applies structural stabilization principles to manage extreme geotechnical conditions. The tunnel runs 22.13 kilometers through the central Tianshan Mountains in China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It forms the core of the…
Project Location and Natural ContextThe zinc-clad house is nestled in the rolling hills of rural Stirlingshire, Scotland, where the natural landscape asserts itself as a guiding element in the design rather than merely a backdrop. Within this open rural context,…
Project Site and Natural ContextCasetta Tessino is located in a dense oak forest in the Swiss Onsernone Valley, within a natural environment subject to strict zoning regulations. These restrictions were not a minor detail but formed the governing framework for…
Structural stabilization sets the engineering foundation for LEGOLAND Deutschland’s new LEGO Harry Potter themed area in Günzburg, Germany. The project includes the first Harry Potter hotel inside a LEGOLAND resort. Merlin Entertainments, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, and the LEGO…
Geographical Location and Natural ContextThe house is located in the Punilla Valley, in Córdoba Province, near Cerro El Dragón, between the towns of La Falda and Huerta Grande. The site is characterized by gently rolling hills and expansive mountain landscapes,…
ESCA Playa Project: Architecture in Dialogue with the EnvironmentThe ESCA Playa project is viewed as an architectural entity shaped through continuous interaction with its surrounding environment. It is not merely a building on the beach but an architectural experience emerging…
Structural stabilization defines the NTT Hibiya Tower, now rising in central Tokyo as the first high rise of the Tokyo Cross Park smart city prototype. The 230 meter tower covers 361,000 square meters and anchors a 1.1 million square meter…
Conversion of Landgasthof Riehen HotelPfeffermint AG carried out a comprehensive conversion and renovation project for the Landgasthof Riehen Hotel, with a strong focus on integrating traditional elements with contemporary comfort.Balancing Old and NewThe project aimed to preserve the hotel’s historical…
The artificial waterfall skyscraper in Guiyang is currently undergoing maintenance procedures focused on achieving structural stabilization of its glass façade and integrated hydraulic system. This intervention forms part of ongoing efforts to preserve the structural stabilization of the 121 meter…
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Editorial Note: This article was originally published via a third-party news distributor. Following direct communication with paconserve.org (the property owner), the content was revised on December 31, 2025, to correct inaccuracies and resolve editorial ambiguities. ArchUp is…
Architectural Reading in the Context of the ProjectAmid the rapid urban transformations taking place in the Vinh metropolitan area, Guột Garden Club stands out as an example of rethinking the building’s relationship with its natural surroundings. The project goes beyond…
After a period of notable price declines, experts expect apartment and house prices in Germany to increase in the coming period, with forecasts suggesting the trend may continue into 2026, according to estimates reported by the German News Agency (DPA).Moderate…
On December 25, 2025, Banan Real Estate signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Artal Financial and Rakan Al-Tasan to establish a private real estate investment fund compliant with Shariah principles and licensed by the Saudi Capital Market Authority, aimed…
Twin towers proposed for Retal Heights in Riyadh address climate, culture, and density. They use a shared podium layout. The design follows the King Salman Charter’s six principles. These include continuity, people centered design, and sustainability. It supports Saudi Arabia’s…
Innovation in the World of Tiny HomesTinyKiwi.house has created an honest and refreshing model in the small Ambra home. While the tiny home movement has been moving towards complex and costly constructions, this Romanian company has chosen a different approach,…
Architectural infrastructure in 2025 now includes technical structures like electricity transmission towers. A conceptual Austrian project explores how these forms can reflect regional identity. It meets engineering requirements while adding cultural meaning to the energy grid.Redefining the Role of Transmission…
Mobile Library on Miami BeachOn the sands of Miami Beach, where the horizon usually blends water and sky, artist Eiz Devlin presented an unconventional architectural experience. She added something unexpected to the general scenery: a moving library known as “We…
Sustainable Architectural Innovation: Niels Bohr Parking Garage in LundSweden has opened the doors to a unique architectural project in Europe, the Niels Bohr Parking Garage in Lund. This five-story building serves as a practical example of how architectural creativity can…
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