There are moments in urban life that reveal more about a city than any masterplan, zoning document, or public consultation report. One of those moments unfolded before me on an ordinary afternoon when two drivers began circling the same block,…
The 6th Biennale Svizzera del Territorio starts off a strong Call for Action under the slogan Handle with Care. This event invites not only architects, designers, artists, and urban thinkers, but also those who are involved in the making of…
Urban planning rarely collapses in a spectacular way. It usually unravels quietly in the background of bureaucratic corridors, during site visits, or in the forgotten margins of decision making. A curb here. A sidewalk there. A resurfaced parking area. Small…
Where History Meets Modernity on the Grounds of Tenshu ShrineIn the heart of Tokyo, where ancient spirits meet the vibrant present, Taiwanese artist Cheng Tsung FENG presents his new installation, ‘Sailing Castle: Roppongi,’ for Roppongi Art Night 2025. The work…
Architectural Heritage: The Rural Imprint on the Urban FabricThe authentic features of the Spanish countryside extend throughout the surroundings of San Silvestre de Guzmán, where ancient stone fences, shale and lime walls, historic mills, clear water troughs, and wells form…
Demolition has always carried a stigma.To destroy is to erase, to forget, to undo what was once sacred.But in the long story of architecture, demolition is not only an act of loss. It is sometimes the beginning of renewal.Across centuries,…
Introduction: In the dense urban fabric of Tehran’s Qeytarieh neighborhood, where the private meets the public, Project “Shabtab” emerges not merely as a residential building, but as an architectural statement responding to a pressing human need. The project arrived at…
In the heart of Shanghai’s vibrant Taikoo Li Qiantan—a model urban district developed by Lujiazui Group to integrate fashion, lifestyle, art, and sports—the AVENUE & SON flagship store emerges not merely as a retail space but as a bold cultural…
In the city of Porto, Portugal, where every stone tells a page of a rich history, the Covelo House project stands out as a pioneering experiment in historic housing renovation. Completed in 2022 by Spacework Architects, this project is not…
Clients wishing to isolate themselves and contemplate daily life without leaving the city present a significant design challenge, requiring a delicate balance between the home’s inward focus and its lively contribution to the surroundings. With Lantern House, located in a…
Infill architecture goes beyond merely building on unused urban plots it’s an exercise in turning limitations into catalysts for innovation. Architects today face tight spaces, restrictive zoning laws, and the challenge of balancing privacy with openness. Yet, these constraints often…
IntroductionAmid growing climate challenges, architects and urban planners play a pivotal role in shaping a more sustainable future. This series explores cutting-edge strategies to achieve this, from circular and low-carbon materials to net-zero energy buildings and large-scale urban developments that…
When wandering major cities or historic neighborhoods, the eye is inevitably drawn to the storefront sign—an element that boldly interrupts the cityscape, embodying a spectrum from sophisticated taste to visual chaos. The sign is far more than a functional label…
Reviving Architecture with Plastic: The Self Care Community Centre JakartaIntroduction: A New Paradigm for Community SpacesThe Self Care Community Centre Jakarta is more than just a building—it is an architectural manifesto. Designed and revived by multidisciplinary design studio Space Available,…
OMA to Renovate Selman Stërmasi Stadium and Introduce Geometric High-Rise District in TiranaThe Dutch architectural powerhouse OMA has revealed plans for a transformative urban intervention centered on Selman Stërmasi Stadium, home to Albania’s football club KF Tirana. The project merges…
A Strategic Urban Renewal ProjectThe Grand Parilly development project represents a transformative urban initiative in south-east Lyon, France. Spanning 20 hectares at the city’s entrance, this strategic development sector—designated by the Metropole de Lyon—sits at the crossroads of major transportation…
Rotterdam’s Bold Leap into Floating UrbanismRotterdam, a city renowned for its innovative approach to urban development, is once again pushing boundaries with MAST’s groundbreaking Spoorweghaven floating district. Designed by the Danish maritime architecture studio MAST in collaboration with local contractor…
Affordable housing is a crucial component of sustainable urban development, providing cost-effective living solutions without compromising on design, functionality, or accessibility. Striking this balance ensures that residents enjoy comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, and well-equipped homes while keeping costs manageable. This article…
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