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More than ever, travel is changing and leaning toward thoughtfully designed retreats offering more than just an escape but a sense of calmness set within quiet, sandy landscapes. Desert retreats are becoming a favorite destination, drawing people to sun-warmed environments where architecture gently blends into the dunes. The architecture of the retreats sits among the desert landscapes, with spaces rooted in the land, shaped by the textures of the desert. Retreats designed to feel effortless and grounded, where experiences are immersive, where silence, light, and landscape come together to reconnect you with the sandy surroundings. Desert architecture beautifully makes the…

On the southern edge of Albania’s Riviera in Dhërmi, The Veil is designed in direct response to a sensitive coastal landscape. The surrounding deciduous forests cover a significant portion of the region, and the mountainous terrain has historically limited development. As a result, the site requires mindful handling to avoid unnecessary environmental disturbance. Bofill Taller de Arquitectura approaches the project with this constraint in mind. The proposal focuses on preserving the existing character of the forest while introducing a built system that adapts to the land. The development occupies two plots of different sizes. Across these, 366 apartments and 77…

In this opinion piece, Ogulcan Yildirim interprets Banksy’s sculpture, installed in central London at St James’s Waterloo Place, is introduced through a deceptively simple yet highly charged image: a suited man, unable to see ahead because the large flag he carries covers his face, steps off the edge of a pedestal into the void. The flag shifts from a symbol of belonging, honor, or representation into a veil that obscures vision. The figure moves forward without knowing where he is going, and the motion reads less as a walk than as a political gesture poised on the brink of collapse.…

A fluid, landscape-driven food innovation hub in San Sebastián, Gastronomy Open Ecosystem (GOE) combines public terraces, research spaces, and gastronomy into one immersive architectural experience. Conceived as infrastructure and destination, the project brings together chefs, researchers, and entrepreneurs within a single, continuous form. Rising from the Terrain At the base of Mount Ulia, Gastronomy Open Ecosystem (GOE) unfolds as an extension of the land. Designed by BIG Architects and Bat Architecture for the Basque Culinary Centre, the project integrates seamlessly into a site shaped by a 10-metre slope. Partially embedded into the terrain, the building minimizes its visual presence while…

How can architecture confront the dimension of the dream? The course in Architecture for Hospitality, a project by Cesare Roversi, aims to train new generations of expert designers in translating the most diverse receptive concepts into as many architectural designs, placing themselves in a sector rich in resources and growing opportunities. With this in mind, Yacademy envisioned an extensive program including special lectures, teaching modules, workshops, and visits focusing on diverse aspects of hospitality, creating accommodation facilities to escape from the ordinary. At the end of the course, students will acquire the ability to generate the right atmosphere and ensure…

Green architecture, an environmentally friendly approach to design and construction in the building industry, aims to reduce the impact of human activity on the natural environment across all stages, from the design phase through construction to subsequent operation and maintenance. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification program is one of the most widely recognized and trusted systems for green building rating. Established by the U.S. Green Building Council, which has advocated for efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness in community development since 1993, LEED serves as a leading international standard for constructing energy-efficient buildings and protecting human living environments. These…

“Architecture should speak of its time and place but yearn for timelessness.” This quote by Frank Gehry is commonly known, and his work surely depicts it. All architects aim to leave a little piece of their beliefs and principles through their work for eternity; the part that it should also depict the time and place can best be described as sustainable architecture, since true sustainability is rooted in the local context. Today, taking sustainable efforts is on a fast track at the unit, city, and global levels, with almost all countries having a blueprint of the policies and actions geared…

Singapore, 29 April 2026: FORMAS.AI, an AI-native creative and design workspace built for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, has raised US$3.98 million in an oversubscribed pre-seed funding round led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India. Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India led the funding round alongside UntroD Capital, Hustle Fund, Big Sky Capital, Orvel Ventures, and several prominent angel investors from the global technology and AEC sectors. The round also saw participation from notable angel investors, including Jeffrey Tiong, founder of an enterprise SaaS unicorn and Co-founder of Patsnap; the founding team of Zopim (acquired by Zendesk);…

The Xuelei Fragrance Museum in Guangzhou has become one of the most talked-about cultural destinations in China after earning the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest fragrance museum. Officially certified in November 2025, the museum measures 9,500 square meters, making it the largest museum in the world dedicated entirely to fragrance and perfume culture. Located in Baiyun District, the museum opened to the public in July 2025 and quickly established itself as a new landmark for olfactory tourism, combining perfume history, sensory technology, and architectural innovation in one immersive destination. Design of the World’s Largest Fragrance Museum Designed by…

Morocco’s tallest skyscraper, the Mohammed VI Tower, is an iconic $700 million building designed to resemble a rocket ready for launch. Rising 250 meters (820 feet) across 55 floors in Salé, just outside Rabat, the tower is now the tallest building in Morocco and among the tallest skyscrapers in Africa. It has taken eight years to complete and is already being positioned as a major architectural and economic landmark for the country. Located on the Bouregreg River between Rabat and Salé, the tower forms the centerpiece of the Bouregreg Valley Development Project, part of Morocco’s broader urban transformation strategy aimed…