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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.

Join our tour of Taikaka House, a slice of New Zealand in Seoul

Zahi HaddadNov 17, 20246 min read

Join our tour of Taikaka House, a slice of New…

London sees 91% collapse in mayor-funded affordable housing starts

Zahi HaddadNov 17, 20244 min read

London sees 91% collapse in mayor-funded affordable housing startsPublished on…

René Daniëls at Modern Art

Zahi HaddadNov 17, 20241 min read

René Daniëls at Modern ArtSeptember 19 – November 16, 2024Images…

2024 Modern Gift Ideas From Social Media Consultant Maivy Tran

Zahi HaddadNov 17, 20241 min read

I like to think everyday moments can be transformed by…

XStudio transforms abandoned bar in Gran Canaria into a workshop and apartment

Zahi HaddadNov 17, 20243 min read

Spanish architecture practice XStudio has inserted a ceramics workshop and…

reclaimed materials transform 80-year-old farmhouse into japanese mountain retreat

Zahi HaddadNov 17, 20244 min read

Fumiaso Architect and Associates renovates 80-year-old house Fumiaso Architect and Associates…

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.

French Design Awards 2024

Architectural competitions TeamSep 18, 20233 min read

Invigorating. Powerful. Stylish. Three words that define the pulse for…

Call for Papers: Think Tank 2023

Architectural competitions TeamSep 17, 20232 min read

Call for Papers: Think Tank 2023 © Collage artwork by…

International Competition for the Urban Design

Architectural competitions TeamSep 16, 20237 min read

Call for Entries: International Competition for the Urban Design of…

International Design Competition: Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall

Architectural competitions TeamSep 15, 20233 min read

Registration Deadline:  Friday, Oct 6, 20235 PMJST Submission Deadline:  Monday,…

Artist-in-Residency program: Enter the Hyper-Scientific

Architectural competitions TeamSep 14, 20232 min read

Artist-in-Residency program: Enter the Hyper-Scientific We aim to translate our…

World Design Awards 2023 | Architecture and Design Awards

Architectural competitions TeamSep 13, 20234 min read

Register/Submit Deadline:  Wednesday, Sep 20, 20231:22 PMEDT World Design Awards…

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.

Islamic Arts Biennale 2025

An Immersive Exploration of Islamic Art and Culture The Islamic Arts Biennale 2025 offers a comprehensive platform for new dialogues on Islamic arts, providing an unparalleled space for learning, research,...

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Western Hajj Terminal, Haj Parking A, Hajj Terminal West, King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah 23721
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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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.

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Melbourne Design Week 2025

Overview Melbourne Design Week (MDW) 2025 returns with a vibrant, 11-day celebration of creativity and innovation in Australia’s design capital. Running from 15 to 25 May 2025, the festival brings...

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Interzum Cologne 2025

Interzum stands as a premier international event, presenting the latest trends and innovations in materials, design, and technology for the furniture and interior construction industries. This influential fair highlights advancements...

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SIMA Expo 2025

The SIMA Expo serves as a major international event that connects housing developers from Spain and across the globe. This expo offers a vibrant platform for professionals and companies from...

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IFEMA, Av. del Partenón, 5, Barajas, 28042
Madrid, Spain
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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.

Marc Newson and Swarovski Optik create AI smart binoculars

Jan 12, 20245 min read

The AX Visio binoculars by Swarovski Optik, revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show, were created by Marc Newson. These binoculars have been enhanced with artificial…

Tirana Vertical Village: OODA Designs Staggered Skyscraper

Jan 12, 20243 min read

The design for the Hora Vertikale residential development in Tirana has been revealed by OODA, a Portuguese studio known for their architectural creations. The skyscraper…

Seastex: Mussel Beards for Performative Applications

Jan 12, 20244 min read

In June 2021, Seastex Ltd was established and introduced a pioneering approach to transform mussel beard waste into top-quality materials suitable for construction purposes. The…

CornWall: Sustainable construction

Jan 12, 20245 min read

In the realm of sustainable building, there are endless possibilities for innovation. Introducing CornWall ®, an extraordinary advancement in interior wall cladding that not only…

oursociety: a Brand Focused on Cultivating a Community

Jan 12, 20245 min read

It has been quite some time since I have been captivated by a unique and intriguing furniture brand like oursociety. However, let us pause and…

Patch: Fresh Modular Inform Sofa Design

Jan 12, 20242 min read

“Patch,” a modular sofa system designed by Chris Martin for the furniture company Massproductions, exudes a sense of warmth, hospitality, informality, and opulence. Martin is…

Yellow lighting illuminates Le Père store in New York by BoND

Jan 8, 20243 min read

This men’s clothing store on Manhattan’s Lower East Side has a bright yellow glow created inside by tube yellow lighting, a design by New York…

New York Cafe Reflects “Beauty in Imperfection”

Jan 7, 20243 min read

Commoncraft, a Brooklyn studio, designed this New York Cafe East Village with a purposely unfinished look, featuring distressed concrete, used rowlock bricks, and aged plasterwork.Kuppi Coffee…

Nomo Studio: Home in Menorca Sheathed in Fluted Concrete

Jan 7, 20243 min read

Nomo Studio designed Shift House, a holiday home consisting of tiers, on the Mediterranean island of Menorca, using a textured concrete that can withstand the…

This Dubai Villa Offers an Artful Take on Tropical Modernism

Jan 7, 20242 min read

A young couple who enjoyed collecting art relocated from Hong Kong to Dubai and settled into a 6,600-square-foot, six-bedroom Dubai villa in the Meadows area…

Examining the architecture and design trends for 2024

Jan 6, 20244 min read

For this article, we took a peek into the upcoming year and examined the design trends for 2024. We also explored the architecture, design, and interior…

mBlack: Eco-Friendly Material Composed of Renewable Resources

Jan 6, 20244 min read

Monthly, roughly 150 tonnes of wood scraps are created as a by-product of CNC milling operations in the manufacturing processes. The company has ingeniously put…

M.A.D. Architects: Nanhai Art Center – “flowing wave of water”

Jan 6, 20243 min read

M.A.D. Architects, an architecture studio, has unveiled its design for an arts centre located on a waterfront in Guangdong, China. The structure of the building…

PL Studio: Moroccan-Style Color Schemes for London Residence

Jan 6, 20244 min read

PL Studio, a company that specializes in interior design, has revamped an east London townhouse, taking inspiration from the Jardin Majorelle in Marrakesh. The transformation…

Moore & Giles Masters The Art of Ultimate Luxury

Dec 31, 20233 min read

The luxurious pieces of this line effortlessly integrate into upscale projects and achieve a perfect balance of softness and opulence—the epitome of quiet luxury that…

Javier Guzman Cervantes: furniture made from urban waste

Dec 31, 20234 min read

Mexican architect Javier Guzman Cervantes used steel bars and cinderblocks to put together a variety of furniture pieces for a show in Mexico City. For…

Villa Clea – a revolutionary artist residency in Milan

Dec 31, 20234 min read

A beautiful property, Villa Clea, can be seen in the picture above. This magnificent residence serves as a visual feast for the eyes. Matteo Corbellini…

Far + Dang creates long Oklahoma cabin for three families

Dec 31, 20234 min read

American architecture studio Far + Dang used black metal for their Linear Oklahoma Cabin in the Woods project, which allowed the building to blend into…

Norway’s Oslotre Office Clad with Timber Panels That are Curved

Dec 30, 20233 min read

The front of Oslotre’s Lumber 4, a mixed-use structure in Norway, is covered in green-painted wooden parts arranged in a scalloped design. The purpose of…

YounghanChung Architects Design for Private Study Space

Dec 30, 20233 min read

Tiny Forest is a small but functional workspace in Jongno-gu (Private Study Space), Seoul, designed by YoughanChung Architects with the intention of eliminating as many…

Vibrant Yellow Balconies Add Life to Melbourne Building

Dec 30, 20234 min read

Austin Maynard Architects designed the ParkLife apartment block in the Brunswick area of Melbourne Building. The apartment block is characterized by its bright yellow balconies…


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