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CXCC SUMMIT 58 observatory by Wutopia Lab redefines the Shanghai (China) skyline with a vision that is both poetic and radical: an iceberg, abstracted and luminous, crowns the Pacific Xintiandi T1 Tower at 250 meters. This observatory, opening October 2025, is not simply another urban viewpoint. It is a cultural manifesto, a microcosm of Shanghai’s […] More
The design competition for the new Malpensa Hospital – “Grande Ospedale della Malpensa” – has concluded with Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) and an international consortium claiming the commission. The project, awarded by the Lombardy Regional Health Authority, will unify the legacy Gallarate and Busto Arsizio hospitals into a single, state-of-the-art campus serving nearly one million […] More
In Tremblay-en-France, Gaëtan Le Penhuel Architectes & Associés have realized a project that redefines the educational landscape. The Simone Veil school group, recipient of the Équerre d’argent 2025 Prize, stands as a model for sustainable, human-focused design. Set in a tranquil area of detached homes, the facility’s program is ambitious: eight classrooms, a multipurpose room, […] More
Pierattelli Architetture’s latest project breathes new life into a 19th-century apartment inside Florence’s Palazzo Stefanelli. The intervention is part of a broader regeneration initiative, transforming this architectural gem on Borgo Pinti into a collection of refined residential units. The studio’s approach is rooted in a respectful dialogue between historic identity and contemporary design, preserving the […] More
Casa do Engenho, a project by Silverline and photographed by Ivo Tavares, is the transformation of an 18th-century agricultural outbuilding into a contemporary family home. Located in Vila Nova de Gaia (Portugal), the intervention reflects a commitment to continuity, memory, and renewal, serving as the family’s main residence while honoring its historic roots. Family-Centric Design […] More
Clayton Korte, the renowned Texas-based architecture firm, is the creative force behind the transformation of Stable Hall in San Antonio’s historic Pearl district. With a reputation for celebrating context, craft, and authenticity, Clayton Korte approached the 128-year-old Pearl Stable with a deep respect for its architectural legacy while boldly reimagining its future as a premier […] More
The Mountain Shelters by Filipe Pina Arquitectura exemplify a sensitive approach to rural hospitality, merging contemporary design with vernacular wisdom and ecological responsibility. Through careful siting, material honesty, and a commitment to sustainability, the project offers a compelling vision for architecture’s ongoing dialogue with nature – one that is as respectful as it is innovative. […] More
For the debut of NAUTICA BLACK LABEL flagship, SLT Design distills the essence of yachting into a modular, architectural system that transcends surface-level maritime motifs. Rather than relying on overt nautical iconography, the design team translates the structural logic of a yacht, its sails, rigging, decks, and cleats, into an immersive, contemporary retail environment. The […] More
Located in Prague’s Žižkov district, the historic Palác Akropolis has long served as a center for the city’s cultural and artistic life. The latest transformation of its 470 m² floor, led by Marco Maio Architects, reimagines a previously enclosed and fragmented space as a contemporary shared workspace. The project responds to the building’s layered history, […] More
Disbrow Iannuzzi designs Baw Beese House in Hillsdale, Michigan as a lakeside retreat built to support several generations of one family. The project responds to social, familial, community, economic, and health needs through a structure that allows relatives to gather or separate as required. This approach gives each family member the ability to visit for […] More
White Arkitekter presents Lumi, a 22,000 sqm life sciences building that sets a new benchmark for circular design in Sweden. The project transforms the former headquarters of the Swedish Food Agency in Uppsala into a contemporary workplace with offices, laboratories, and restaurants. Designed for Vasakronan, Lumi stands as the world’s highest-rated LEED office building, achieving […] More
Villa Omah Prana Payangan by Alexis Dornier sits in the highlands of Payangan as a study of circular form and controlled structure. The project follows one clear idea: a ring-shaped plan that arranges every room along the perimeter. This configuration directs the entire home toward the surrounding area and establishes a consistent orientation. The living […] More