Ambitious ZHA-designed project to connect three skyscrapers in China

Many of Zaha Hadid Architects’ (ZHA) most ambitious projects have been located in China lately, including the Infinitus Plaza and Beijing Daxing International Airport. This trend continues with an upcoming development that will take the form of three e… Continue reading Ambitious ZHA-designed project to connect three skyscrapers in China

NYC skyscraper wears its structure outside to free up space inside

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

Greenery filled facade wraps mixed-use mobility hub

MAD Architects recently completed its first European project – but it certainly won’t be its last. The high-profile Chinese firm has revealed plans for a new mixed-use building in Milan, Italy, that’s defined by a lush greenery covered facade intersect… Continue reading Greenery filled facade wraps mixed-use mobility hub

Alibaba’s blocky HQ focuses on workspace flexibility and energy efficiency

Prestigious US architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) has revealed its design for a new headquarters for Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba. Featuring a chunky overall form meant to resemble a cloud, the building will boast some carefully con… Continue reading Alibaba’s blocky HQ focuses on workspace flexibility and energy efficiency

Alibaba’s blocky HQ focuses on workspace flexibility and energy efficiency

Prestigious US architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) has revealed its design for a new headquarters for Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba. Featuring a chunky overall form meant to resemble a cloud, the building will boast some carefully con… Continue reading Alibaba’s blocky HQ focuses on workspace flexibility and energy efficiency

SOM’s smart office tower designed to withstand Chicago’s harsh winters

Described by prestigious US firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) as Chicago’s smartest building, the recently completed 800 Fulton Market boasts brains and brawn: the tower hosts high-tech building management systems and sustainability features, while… Continue reading SOM’s smart office tower designed to withstand Chicago’s harsh winters

Sustainable Lego Campus makes space for work and play

C.F. Møller Architects recently completed work on a new Lego Campus office in Billund, Denmark, that boasts impressive sustainability features. Though understandably not as whimsical as BIG’s tourist-friendly Lego House nearby, the building’s design al… Continue reading Sustainable Lego Campus makes space for work and play

Zaha Hadid’s solar-powered sand dune rises out of the desert

Taking its place exceptionally well in the rugged desert landscape, the Zaha Hadid-designed Beeah Headquarters is now finally complete. The building combines its eye-catching looks with significant sustainable design features to help keep its occupants… Continue reading Zaha Hadid’s solar-powered sand dune rises out of the desert

ZHA-designed divided office straddles subway to form symbol for infinity

Zaha Hadid Architects has completed one of its most eye-catching designs in some time with the Infinitus Plaza. Recently inaugurated in Guangzhou, China, the project consists of two connected office buildings that are packed with sustainability feature… Continue reading ZHA-designed divided office straddles subway to form symbol for infinity