Development brings timber towers and vertical forests to Toronto waterfront

An ambitious new project planned for Toronto, Canada, will transform a sizable area of the city’s waterfront into a lush green neighborhood. Named Quayside, it will consist of a number of tree and plant-covered buildings, including a huge timber housin… Continue reading Development brings timber towers and vertical forests to Toronto waterfront

Ambitious supertall tower turns skyscraper design on its head

British/Ghanian architect Sir David Adjaye’s firm has revealed plans for a very ambitious new skyscraper for New York City. Named Affirmation Tower, it’s slated to become one of the Western Hemisphere’s tallest buildings and will feature a striking can… Continue reading Ambitious supertall tower turns skyscraper design on its head

Sir David Adjaye’s sustainable library will be partially built from mud

Following a collaboration with Aston Martin to offer car-themed luxury homes, British Ghanian architect Sir David Adjaye’s firm has unveiled an interesting new project that takes the form of a collection of granaries. The Thabo Mbeki Presidential Libra… Continue reading Sir David Adjaye’s sustainable library will be partially built from mud