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News from the world of architecture, new builds, awards, initiatives.
06-12-2023 - News
Montreal's new light rail system, the Réseau Express Métropolitain
The innovative design of the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM)'s stations heralds an era of transformation for Montreal's cityscape. The inaugural Rive-Sud line, designed by the Lemay, Bisson Fortin and Perkins & Will consortium, is an important component of the REM, reflecting on the Canadian city's commitment to sustainable public transport as a symbol of its regeneration.
25-10-2023 - News
Merkurhuset in Gothenburg by the OLSSON LYCKEFORS studio, between present and past
The Merkurhuset project designed by the Swedish Olsson Lyckefors studio not only takes its name from one of the most iconic buildings in Sweden's second largest city, but also enters into dialogue with the protected historical pre-existing architecture. An 8,000 square metre building is born that fits harmoniously into the urban context, without losing its identity.
13-09-2023 - News
Ivrea reopens its doors: Welc-Home to my House 2023
Once again this year, Ivrea - the industrial city of the 20th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - opens its doors for visitors to marvel at Olivetti’s architecture, with involvement from local citizens and a media partnership with Floornature. There are two weekends available - 23/24 September and 30 September/1 October - as well as days dedicated to photography and architecture on 22 and 30 September respectively.
RECENT PROJECTS
12-02-2016 - News
Finalists of the 2015-16 World Habitat Awards
The World Habitat Awards were established in 1985 by the Building and Social Housing Foundation (BSHF) promote good design practices for the habitats of disadvantaged and homeless people.
05-02-2016 - News
Livegreenblog and the stairs of Manhattan
New York City - and Manhattan in particular - is synonymous with skyscrapers, iconic landmarks in the skyline.
03-02-2016 - News
Steve McCurry India at The Rubin Museum of Art
On our trip to New York we were lucky enough to see “India”, the exhibition by renowned photographer Steve McCurry at the Rubin Museum.
02-02-2016 - News
Webcreativity Creatività e Visual Marketing Post Web
The Internet has literally turned our world upside down - it has even impacted on the way we think and tap into our creativity.
01-02-2016 - News
Grupo Sud, an open working space by 57STUDIO
The Chile-based team from 57STUDIO have designed Grupo Sud, converting an old perfume factory in Santiago de Chile into an open working space for four companies under one roof.
29-01-2016 - News
2016 AIA Institute Honor Awards, Mariposa Land Port
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has selected 18 projects for the 2016 Institute Honor Awards, to recognise achievements in architecture, interior design and urban planning.
