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Drawing from Africa’s earthy forms and the UAE’s sculpted deserts, Sharjah Bridi Park fuses ecology with architectural expression. Set within the protected expanse of Al Bridi Reserve in Sharjah, the Sharjah Bridi Park is designed as a unique landscape dedicated to research, education, and the exploration of African vernacular ecosystems. Designed by Urko Sánchez, the project transforms the site into a terrain where architecture and nature integrate and create an intriguing architectural landmark that emerges from the desert setting. The park creates an engaging environment that invites visitors to learn, explore, and experience ecology through an immersive design. The architecture…

Set along the iconic waterfront of Liverpool, a city defined by maritime heritage and architectural contrasts, a proposed 70-storey tower signals a bold shift toward vertical growth. Once shaped by historic docks, the skyline is now evolving with contemporary ambition. Designed by SimpsonHaugh and developed by Davos Property, the tower is set to become Liverpool’s tallest skyscraper, marking a pivotal moment in the United Kingdom’s urban evolution. It is envisioned as a landmark intervention, bridging the gap between the historic core and contemporary urban growth. The Regeneration of the Liverpool Skyline The proposed design for the £1 billion Kings development…

Tokyo-based architect Junya Ishigami has been named the recipient of the 2026 Arnold W. Brunner Memorial Prize, one of the most established recognitions for architectural contribution as an art form. Awarded annually by the American Academy of Arts and Letters, the prize carries a $20,000 honor and acknowledges architects of any nationality whose work advances the discipline beyond building into broader cultural expression. The announcement positions Junya Ishigami among architects who are recognized for redefining how architecture is perceived and experienced. Since founding his Tokyo practice in 2004 after working with SANAA, Ishigami has built work that challenge conventional ideas…

Iran’s cultural history stretches across millennia, shaped by ancient empires, Silk Road exchanges, and a remarkable concentration of UNESCO-listed sites that reflect one of the world’s richest and most layered civilizations. Amid this legacy, Iranian authorities report that ongoing military actions involving the United States and Israel have damaged at least 56 Iranian heritage sites across the country. According to the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, these affected locations include palaces, mosques, bazaars, and castles of significant historical and architectural value, underscoring the serious impact of the conflict on Iran’s architectural and cultural heritage. Officials cited by IranWire stated that structures…

Downtown Cary Park in North Carolina has become an important public space for the town, bringing together nature, community activities, and contemporary design. The 7-acre park was completed in 2023 as part of a long-term plan to strengthen Cary’s downtown and create a central place for recreation, events, and everyday gathering. Among the park’s most striking elements is L’île Folie Pavilion, a sculptural aluminum structure designed by Marc Fornes / THEVERYMANY. Positioned on a small artificial island within the park, the structure works both as public art and as a usable pavilion. Rising above the water, the project offers visitors…

314 Architecture Studio has recently proposed a project titled Metamorphosis Winery, a conceptual landmark that challenges traditional notions of building, landscape, and material sequence. The studio explores the boundaries of speculative narrative, utilizing the metaphor of a landed celestial object that has been slowly reclaimed by the earth over millennia, positioning the structure as an architectural discovery. The Nemean Landscape Founded by Pavlos Chatziangelidis, 314 Architecture Studio is renowned for its commitment to circularity, fluidity, and the perceptual flow of form. A leading voice in European architecture, the studio experiments with organic, curved geometries that blend with the surroundings rather…

Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) has unveiled its latest masterpiece, the Glasshouse Theatre at South Bank. With its rippling glass façade and innovative design, the venue redefines how a cultural landmark interacts with the city. Designed by Blight Rayner Architecture in collaboration with Snøhetta, the 1,500-seat theatre makes QPAC the largest performing arts centre under one roof in Australia. The space is equipped to host world-class ballet, dance, symphony, opera, theatre, and musicals at the highest standard. Blight Rayner and Snøhetta were selected through an international design competition in May 2019. The project includes a bold six-metre cantilever on two…

Google has introduced one of the most significant updates to Google Maps in more than a decade. The update brings two major features: Ask Maps, an AI-powered conversational assistant, and Immersive Navigation, a new 3D navigation system designed to make directions clearer and more intuitive. Together, these technologies aim to transform Google Maps from a simple navigation tool into a smarter travel and exploration platform powered by artificial intelligence. The upgrade is powered by Google’s Gemini AI model, which allows the app to understand natural language queries and provide more personalized navigation, recommendations, and route planning. These features are currently…

When the 2026 Pritzker Architecture Prize was announced, the decision arrived after an unusual delay that drew public attention. The controversy surrounding the Pritzker family’s leadership and efforts to reaffirm the jury’s independence led to the postponement of the announcement, according to reports. Despite the circumstances, the jury ultimately confirmed Chilean architect Smiljan Radić Clarke as the winner, recognizing a body of work that has quietly influenced contemporary architecture. Radić becomes one of the few architects from Chile to receive the profession’s highest honor. Born in Santiago in 1965, he studied architecture at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and…

Designed by the UK-based studio NEON, Chorus Ventus is a distinctive plant-inspired kinetic installation that brings movement and imagination into the landscape. Created as the dynamic centerpiece of the reimagined Children’s Garden at Lauritzen Gardens. The project is a result of an international open call seeking a sculpture that could captivate young visitors while harmonizing with the surrounding botanical context. Situated at the garden’s highest point, the installation functions both as a striking landmark and as an interactive element within the landscape that responds to wind, motion, and the playful curiosity of the onlookers visiting. The design draws inspiration from…