Showcasing millennia of Egyptian history and culture, the Grand Egyptian Museum is a monumental project in Cairo, Egypt, designed by the Irish firm Heneghan Peng Architects. Home to over 100,000 artifacts spanning Egypt’s storied past, the museum is on the brink of opening its doors to the public after multiple setbacks. Recent updates offer glimpses of the structure’s progress, with photographs captured by Egyptian photographer Farida Bustani providing sneak peeks of the architectural landmark.
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Editor's Choice Temporary Architecture in India: Marketplaces and Bazaars
Exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum Through Photography: Bridging Past and Present in Cairo
Transformation Langensand Apartment Block / Galliker und Riva Architekten
Hangzhou Alibaba DAMO Nanhu Industry Park / Aedas
The Aranya House / Modo Designs
J House / Pirca Arquitectura
Pousada Hayô / Vivian Hunnicutt arquitetas e associadas
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Architects: Vivian Hunnicutt arquitetas e associadas
- Area: 807 m²
- Year: 2023
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Manufacturers: Carga pesada, Deca, Palimanan, prontoconengenharia
Lush Labyrinth / Bureau Fraai
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Architects: Bureau Fraai
- Area: 1023 m²
- Year: 2024
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Manufacturers: &Tradition, Busch-Jaeger, QbiQ Wall Systems, Tarkett
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Professionals: Planeka
Footbridge in Litomysl / EHL & KOUMAR ARCHITEKTI
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Architects: EHL & KOUMAR ARCHITEKTI
- Year: 2022
Transforming Our Thinking for Healthier Buildings
Business as usual cannot continue if we are to strive towards a more sustainable building industry. Our methods and strategies must transform and adapt to an entirely new way of thinking.
This is why the Living Places concept was developed by the VELUX Group, in partnership with EFFEKT Architects and Artelia. It highlights how rethinking building principles can address global climate and health challenges. Powered by this idea, Living Places Copenhagen, the concept's first prototype, presents a physical example that shows how to build more sustainably while maximizing indoor comfort.
Monumental Sculptor Richard Serra Passes Away at 85
Renowned sculptor Richard Serra, known for his monumental steel structures that reshaped the landscape of contemporary art, passed away at the age of 85 at his residence in Orient, N.Y. His groundbreaking works, characterized by massive tilting corridors and spirals of steel, offered viewers a unique experience, inviting them to navigate through and around the imposing forms to fully comprehend their essence. Because of this invitation to explore space, materiality, and site, the artist has been long-recognized in the architectural community, earning him the Architectural League of New York President’s Medal in 2014, becoming the first artist to receive the honor.
Powerhouse Company Unveils "The Harmony" Towers on the Amsterdam Zuidas in The Netherlands
Powerhouse Company has just revealed its designs for “The Harmony” in the Amsterdam Zuidas area. Featuring two towers, The Canyon and The Coast, the project aims to blend office spaces, commercial areas, and affordable housing. “The Harmony” establishes a new link between the Zuidas district and the upcoming residential zone of Ravel.
Does Size Really Matter? Debunking the Obsession with Super Tall Buildings
The future Saudi tower designed by Foster + Partners is expected to reach a staggering height of two kilometers. This multibillion-dollar project, towering twice as high as the current record holder, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, will dominate the skyline of Riyadh, accommodating offices, residences, and entertainment spaces. It forms part of a development program led by Saudi Arabia, driven by the vision of Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman to establish the country's presence through ambitious, large-scale projects. While these super-tall towers symbolize visibility and global recognition, they face criticism for their extravagant construction costs and environmental impact.