Switzerland presents a striking contradiction in building culture. On one hand, it enforces some of the world’s strictest energy performance codes; on the other, this small Alpine nation consumes staggering amounts of carbon-heavy concrete producing more per capita than neighboring…
The Allure and Peril of Utopian VisionsThe word “ideal” carries a subtle yet powerful trap, particularly in city-making and urban design. Throughout history, architects have often assumed a godlike role, crafting visionary urban proposals that prioritize perfection over practicality. These…
Decarbonize existing buildings by 2050 is crucial because these buildings contribute to more than 40% of carbon emissions in urban areas worldwide. This makes existing buildings the single largest source of climate-impacting emissions in cities. Therefore, the urgent need to…
In a world where nations and cities compete to attract global attention through unique architectural ventures, a collection of structures stands out for their innovative designs and staggering costs. Among these, the most expensive buildings are not merely concrete edifices…
© DIANA ARNAU + 28 Area Area of this architecture project Area: 1440 m² Year Completion year of this architecture project Year: 2023 Photographs Lead Architects: Marcos Hagerman © DIANA ARNAU Text description provided by the architects. AC71 is a…
Living on the Graveyard / Marc Prosman Architecten © Ronald Zijlstra + 12 Area Area of this architecture project Area: 640 m² Year Completion year of this architecture project Year: 2023 Photographs Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture…
Puerta Costanera Building / Turner Arquitectos © Nico Saieh + 11 Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or https://www.archdaily.com/1006797/puerta-costanera-building-turner-arquitectos Area Area of this architecture project Area: 8678 m² Year Completion year of this architecture project Year: 2022 Photographs ©…
Period details are mixed with contemporary interventions inside these renovated apartments in Paris, built in the mid-19th century during Georges-Eugène Haussmann’s reconstruction of the French capital. In his role as the prefect of the Seine département under Napoleon III, Baron Haussmann was responsible for creating the network of boulevards that still define the city’s urban landscape
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