Architecture and design news covering buildings, urban planning, starchitects, sustainability in design, and major projects.
This commentary argues that New York City's preservation efforts are failing as new owners of the distinctive Bubble House plan to gut its unique facade for conventional renovation. It contends that gentrification and developer priorities in Manhattan threaten late modernist architecture, prioritizing market value over cultural heritage.
The article argues that Calgary's R-CG land-use policy, which permitted up to four dwellings per lot, has led to repetitive row house developments. It contends that while the policy was revoked, its impact highlights how strict zoning regulations stifle architectural creativity and limit diverse housing options in established neighborhoods.
The article details the renovation of two historic homes in Northern Italy by a single designer. It highlights how the architect reimagined these old structures, blending preservation with modern design elements to create contemporary living spaces within traditional Italian architectural contexts.
This piece showcases five Sydney homes currently on the market, focusing specifically on their kitchen designs and features. It details the aesthetic and functional attributes of properties in Vaucluse and Coogee, highlighting materials, appliances, and layout styles that appeal to buyers seeking high-quality culinary spaces.
Construction on Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Tower reached 454 meters at floor 113, officially surpassing the height of Malaysia's Petronas Towers. The project aims to exceed 1,000 meters upon completion, eventually overtaking the Burj Khalifa as the world's tallest building.
This article details the restoration of a 1970s Sudbury home to its midcentury roots. Owners and architect Derek Bloom balanced preservation with modernization, stripping dark finishes from post-and-beam structures and updating interiors while navigating structural limitations like stained ceilings.
The Boston Globe reports on a couple's renovation of a century-old Truro cottage, transforming it into a year-round modernist home. The project respects conservation constraints by maintaining the original footprint while enhancing views of the Pamet marshes through strategic architectural design.
The author argues that Montreal's Sofitel offers quiet European refinement through an extensive renovation, contrasting its modern luxury with the heritage history of the site. The piece highlights specific amenities and design choices as evidence of this understated decadence.
The article reports on the renovation of the Four Seasons Hotel Danieli in Venice, highlighting design updates by Pierre-Yves Rochon that blend historical Venetian aesthetics with modern technology. It notes the expansion of room inventory and the integration of climate control systems to address rising European temperatures.
Thai landscape designer Jirachai Rengthong argues that gardens should prioritize relaxation and slow exploration through layered planting and distinct 'rooms'. The article details his self-taught background and four-decade partnership with Bill Bensley, highlighting projects across Southeast Asia like Capella Ubud and Shinta Mani Wild.