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The Apricot Pavilion, presented as part of When Apricots Blossom during Milan Design Week 2026, is the architectural centerpiece of the Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation’s (ACDF) debut at the event. Located in the historic garden of Palazzo Citterio, the pavilion was designed by WHY Architecture under the direction of architect Kulapat Yantrasast, who also curated the full exhibition. The pavilion draws directly from the yurt-making traditions of Karakalpakstan, a region in northwestern Uzbekistan that has been deeply affected by the ecological collapse of the Aral Sea. Instead of reproducing the yurt literally, the design reinterprets its structural principles.…
At Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), the Midfield Satellite Concourse South emerges as one of the most forward-thinking aviation developments in the United States. Designed by Woods Bagot Studio California, the project reflects a new approach to capacity, experience, and construction innovation. As an extension of the Tom Bradley International Terminal, MSC South introduces nearly 150,000 square feet of new space and eight additional gates for narrowbody aircraft. The expansion marks a clear shift toward increased capacity and smoother operations, enabling the airport to respond more flexibly to growing passenger demand. Blends Indoors and Outdoors with Southern California Light MSC…
The Sony World Photography Awards 2026 have announced their winners, bringing global attention to photography that captures the built environment as lived experience. With over 430,000 submissions from more than 200 countries, the competition continues to be one of the most significant platforms for contemporary photography. Within the Architecture & Design category, this year’s winning and shortlisted works reflect a shift away from purely formal aesthetics toward storytelling, focusing on how people inhabit, adapt, and reinterpret architectural spaces. Winner and Finalists: Capturing Architecture in Context The first prize in the Architecture & Design category was awarded to Joy Saha (Bangladesh)…
Wasl Tower has officially been completed in downtown Dubai, marking a major milestone in the city’s architectural and sustainability ambitions. Standing 302 meters tall along Sheikh Zayed Road, near the Burj Khalifa, the tower is a bold addition to the skyline and a symbol of forward-thinking urban design. Developed in collaboration with Wasl Group and designed by UN Studio with lead engineering consultant Werner Sobek, the project has been in development since 2013. It reflects the UAE’s long-term vision to lead global sustainable transformation while continuing to push architectural boundaries. Wasl Tower Dubai Design Approach The tower’s design is shaped…
Traditional Korean architecture is explored in project Typology: Hanok through its spatial flow, continuity, and relationships, not just its form, and moves beyond mere formal reconstruction or structural reproduction The project explores a topological design workflow using AI to reinterpret the sectional logic and spatial continuity of traditional Korean architecture. Instead of reconstructing structural joints or replicating the familiar Hanok frame, the focus shifts to deeper spatial qualities, including nonlinear organization, fluid curves, and seamless transitions between interior and exterior. These characteristics are translated through an AI-based three-dimensional mapping process that reads sequences of images as evolving spatial conditions. Instead…
Spanning from April 19 to April 26, 2026, the Milan Design Week 2026 event transforms the city into a sprawling, multi-nodal laboratory where the commercial imperatives of the Salone del Mobile. The 2026 edition is led by President Maria Porro, who has championed a vision of a more connected, accessible, and inclusive fair that cements Milan’s role as the global capital of contemporary design and innovation. A Matter of Salone At Rho Fiera Milano, the 64th Salone anchors the week with the gravity of an institution that has outgrown its own category. The fair’s 169,000 square metres and 1,900 exhibitors…
Architectural education is being reshaped by new tools and technologies alongside redefining how architects are trained. As computational workflows, digital fabrication, and interdisciplinary collaboration become central to practice, traditional models of architectural education are beginning to feel increasingly limited. In response, a new wave of design education is emerging with one that prioritizes immersive learning, real-world workflows, and direct engagement with industry. Instead of separating academia from practice, these models attempt to bridge the gap by placing students in environments where design, technology, and production intersect. Transitioning from Studio Learning to Systems Thinking For decades, architectural education has revolved around…
On AI, education, and what we lost when we stopped teaching people to think, By Ila Colombo
The Sharjah Architecture Triennial (SAT) is expanding its research-driven approach with a new exhibition titled “A Journey into Architecture Archives: Baghdad, Damascus, Tunis.” Opening from May 2 to July 12, 2026, at Al Qasimiyah School in Sharjah, the exhibition brings together rare archival material to revisit modern architectural histories across three key Arab cities. Curated by Lebanese architect and researcher George Arbid, the project goes beyond a typical showcase. It aims to examine how architecture is documented, remembered, and sometimes lost, especially in regions shaped by political and social transformation. Exploring Architecture Through Research at SAT The Sharjah Architecture Triennial’s…
This workshop introduces a data-driven workflow for optimizing office design through carbon, energy, and comfort using parametric simulation tools.