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Stay updated with the latest architecture news, construction updates, and architectural projects across the Middle East and worldwide. Discover detailed coverage of new buildings, urban developments, and landmark designs, from concept to completion.
Oud Reserve Takes Shape on Anas Bin Malik Road in Riyadh
The contours of Oud Reserve, a new luxury destination, are beginning to emerge quietly in northern Riyadh specifically along Anas…
Oro Square Opens in Riyadh A Vibrant Urban Destination with Bold Design
Riyadh | June 2025In the heart of Saudi Arabia’s capital, Oro Square has officially opened its doors. It offers a…
Foundation Works Begin on Al Awali Rise Tower in North Riyadh, Set to Reach 26 Floors
Construction crews have officially begun foundation work for the new Al Awali Rise office tower. The project stands on Prince…
Excavation Work Begins on Kings Square Project in Yasmin District, Riyadh
Excavation has recently started on the Kings Square Riyadh project, located in the Yasmin district along King Fahd Road. It…
Construction Begins on Sky Residential Tower on Riyadh’s King Fahd Road – 36 Floors Rising Soon
Excavation and foundation work is now underway for the new “Sky” residential tower in Riyadh. This 36-floor development is set…
The Avenue Mall in Khobar Reaches 20% Completion Amid Retail Boom
Khobar – June 6, 2025Construction work at The Avenue Mall in Khobar is moving forward at a steady pace. The…
Competitions
Discover the world’s leading architecture competitions curated for architects, designers, and students. Stay informed about deadlines, entry requirements, and opportunities to showcase your vision on a global stage.
Unbuilt Award 2025
Overview:The Unbuilt Award 2025 by Buildner is a global design competition that celebrates the power of unbuilt architecture. Open to…
NY Product Design Awards: Season 2
Overview:The NY Product Design Awards: Season 2 invites visionary designers and innovators from across the globe to submit product designs…
NY Architectural Design Awards Season 2
Overview:The NY Architectural Design Awards Season 2 honors the most outstanding architectural designs globally, spotlighting creations that influence skylines, communities,…
TITAN Property Awards Season 2
OverviewThe TITAN Property Awards Season 2 is an international competition that recognizes excellence in property development, architecture, interior and landscape…
UNESCO ANCIENT THEATRE: Valorising an Extraordinary Historical Heritage
OverviewTerraviva launches the UNESCO ANCIENT THEATRE, a new international architecture competition that calls on designers to reimagine and valorise the…
THE FIELD STATION: A Multidisciplinary Hub in Virginias Living Coast
OverviewTerraviva has launched THE FIELD STATION, a dynamic architecture competition calling for a design of a Multidisciplinary Hub that harmonizes…
Events
Track the latest global events in architecture, design, art, and engineering including exhibitions, conferences, and professional gatherings. Stay updated with curated insights on upcoming forums, industry talks, and creative showcases worldwide.
Venice Architecture Biennale 2025
From 10 May to 23 November 2025, the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia More than 750 participants from over 70 countries will present over 300 projects that reflect on the evolving nature of design in a rapidly changing world. The theme “Intelligens” invites architects to reconsider their tools, methods, and ethics at a time when digital technologies and environmental urgencies are redefining architecture’s role in society.
Biennale Gherdëina 2026
The Biennale Gherdëina, an art and architecture event nestled in the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites in Italy, is set to celebrate its 10th edition from 29 May to 13...
London Design Biennale 2025
Overview The London Design Biennale returns to Somerset House from 5th to 29th June 2025 for its 5th edition, bringing together some of the most forward-thinking minds in design, innovation,...
London, United Kingdom
International Conference on Architecture and Planning (ICAP – 25)
Overview The International Conference on Architecture and Planning (ICAP - 25) will be held in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on 10th – 11th June 2025, bringing together professionals, academicians, and practitioners...
Mecca, Saudi Arabia
ArchiBuild Expo 2025
Supported by the Australian Institute of Architects, ArchiBuild Expo stands as Australia's top event for architects, designers, and builders, presenting innovative products and solutions shaping the future of the built...
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN UPDATES
Discover the latest in architecture, design, and urban planning. Stay updated with groundbreaking projects, innovative concepts, and transformative ideas shaping the built environment worldwide.
Serbian Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka: A Sustainable, Immersive Showcase of Innovation and Culture
A Visionary Design Rooted in SustainabilityThe Serbian Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka emerges as a groundbreaking fusion of ecological innovation,…
Nitecore EDC37 Flashlight: Comprehensive Review of Powerful Lighting Performance and Compact Design for Everyday Carry
The Need for a Reliable Light Source in Emergency SituationsAlthough the flashlights on our smartphones have become a common means…
The Tsar’s Palace in Białowieża A Lost Gem Hidden Among Trees
IntroductionDeep within the ancient Białowieża Forest, one of Europe’s last great wildernesses, stood Tsar Palace Białowieża. This palace once symbolised…
Clap Studio Reimagines OVEN Club in Valencia: A Fusion of Industrial Design and Immersive Nightlife
Valencia, Spain – Five years after their initial transformation of OVEN Club, Clap Studio has returned to reengineer Valencia’s iconic…
Victoria Miro: Forty Years of Change and Innovation in Contemporary Art
A Changing Beginning in the London Art WorldForty years ago, when Victoria Miro opened her first gallery on Cork Street…
NanoCluster: The Evolution of Supercomputing from Massive Rooms to Handheld Powerhouses
The Evolution of Supercomputers: From Massive Rooms to Handheld DevicesIn the past, supercomputers were enormous machines the size of an…
Urban Green Island by OpenFields: A Dynamic Public Space in Vienna
Location: Museumsplatz 1, 1070 Vienna, AustriaYear: 2023Area: 50 sqmPhotography: Flavio PalascianoLead Architects: Marc Balzar, Zeynep AksözStructural Consultants: Werkraum ingenieure ZT…
Adele Helmers and Stefan Raczak: The Story of Renovating a Historic Berlin Apartment with a Unique Style
Adele Helmers laughs and says, “This apartment will never be finished because I’m always thinking of something else I want…
Fort Scott, Kansas The Hidden Stories Behind Its Lost Buildings
Tucked away in the heart of Bourbon County, Fort Scott, Kansas, is a town that holds more than just quiet…
Biodegradable Building Materials in Studio TOOJ’s Duk x Reishi Sculptural Furniture Series
During Milan Design Week 2025, Studio TOOJ unveiled the Duk x Reishi collection, a series of sculptural furniture pieces that…
Chemically Cured Brick: Innovative Sustainable Building Material from the Netherlands
The construction industry actively seeks sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact while maintaining high quality. NXT Brick stands out as…
Stretchable Metamaterials: A New Frontier in Durable, Flexible Design
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a groundbreaking class of stretchable metamaterials—synthetic materials that combine exceptional…
unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION Project: Integrating Sustainable Bio-Based Materials and Interspecies Design to Enhance Ecosystems
The unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION project premiered at the 2025 Venice Biennale in Italy. It combines architectural experimentation,…
Circular Building Engineering: The Netherlands Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
At the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, the Netherlands Pavilion showcases a bold example of circular building engineering. This project…
Material Innovation and Interspecies Design in unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION
The unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION project explores how sustainable bio-based materials can reshape architecture to support both humans…
SOMBRA Pavilion: A Passive Kinetic Shading System Transforming Sustainable Architecture
Why Passive Kinetic Shading Systems Matter TodayThe SOMBRA Pavilion, showcased at the 2025 Time Space Existence exhibition in Venice, presents…
Antimicrobial Coating for Hard Surfaces: A Practical Innovation Boosting Hygiene Standards in Construction Materials
With global health concerns on the rise, keeping surfaces clean and safe has never been more important. That’s why researchers…
Sustainable Building Solutions: Wall Reef — A 3D Printed Façade Boosting Urban Biodiversity and Climate Resilience
In May 2025, the Netherlands unveiled one of the most ambitious architectural innovations of the year through the Wall Reef…
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