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Following the renovation of London’s Battersea Power Station, Ralph Appelbaum Associates’ much-anticipated Lift 109 has finally opened to the public. The one-of-a-kind experience consists of a glass elevator ride that provides 360-degree views of the c… Continue reading Glass elevator ride offers a chimney top view of London’s skyline
Following hot on the heels of what we thought would be the tallest skyscraper in Texas comes another supertall that will actually be just over a dozen feet taller. Created by HKS, the Wilson Tower will rise to a height of 1,035 ft (315 m), and will be … Continue reading Eye-catching exterior shades Texas’ new tallest skyscraper
Proponent of greenery covered architecture Stefano Boeri Architetti has revealed its design for a soccer stadium and sports complex in Milan, Italy. The ambitious project would include a park and museum, and would be filled with thousands of plants and… Continue reading Stefano Boeri sows seeds for tree-filled International Forest Stadium
Though it currently makes up a tiny slice of the housing market, 3D-printed architecture is growing incredibly fast and it’s possible to imagine large numbers of Americans living in robot-constructed homes in the near-future. Leading the charge is Icon… Continue reading Ambitious 3D-printed, 100-home neighborhood being constructed in Texas
Pininfarina is best known for its work in the automotive industry, though has also dabbled in bikes, yachts, and more. The prestigious design house now plans to use its considerable expertise to create a luxurious wellness retreat and residential commu… Continue reading Pininfarina-designed development will provide luxury in Mexican jungle
Italy’s Stefano Boeri Architetti has revealed plans to add a little greenery to Dubai, in the form of its latest Vertical Forest. The project will consist of two skyscrapers covered in thousands of trees and shrubs, and will also feature sustainable de… Continue reading Vertical Forest skyscrapers will add some much-needed greenery to Dubai
Work is currently underway on a new dining hall by Carlo Ratti Associati (CRA) that’s designed to blend into the picturesque Italian landscape. Named Mutti Canteen, the building will be partly sunk into the ground and topped by a green roof made using … Continue reading Green-roofed dining hall topped by soil removed during construction
It has been a remarkably busy period for Foster + Partners. Following the completion of its Varso Tower and 50 Hudson Yards, the high-profile firm has now completed its third recent skyscraper. Rising to a height of 206.45 m (677 ft) in New York City, … Continue reading NYC skyscraper wears its structure outside to free up space inside
The Maya, by Sweden’s Vagabond Haven, is a relatively affordable tiny house that measures a mere 6.7 m (22 ft) in length. The compact towable home offers a well-proportioned interior layout for two people and comes with a lot of options for customers t… Continue reading Low-cost tiny house offers lots of options, including off-grid freedom
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) has revealed plans for Singapore’s new tallest skyscraper. Named 8 Shenton Way, the ambitious mixed-use building will feature a greenery covered exterior inspired by bamboo forests and a design focus meant to ensure a h… Continue reading Singapore reaches new heights with bamboo-inspired skyscraper