Author: Pooja Khanna Tyagi
Pooja Khanna Tyagi
Pooja Khanna Tyagi is an India-based architect and design writer. Her work engages with architecture, interiors, materials, and evolving lifestyle narratives, with a focus on translating complex ideas into clear, accessible content. With a minimalist sensibility, she uses writing to simplify design ideas. A graduate of Dr. B.N. College of Architecture, Pune (2000), India, she has been active in the writing domain since 2016. She has contributed to leading publications in India and internationally, bringing together professional insight and a measured, articulate voice.
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off across North America, host cities are unveiling immersive fan destinations for supporters from around the globe. In Kansas City, architecture studio Populous has created the official FIFA Fan Festival, transforming the National WWI Museum and Memorial’s south lawn into a vibrant gathering space that captures the city’s distinctive heart, energy, and community spirit. A Festival That Celebrates the Kansas City Vibe Located just outside Downtown Kansas City, the temporary fan zone will operate for 18 days during the tournament, providing a welcoming destination for football enthusiasts. Designed to reflect the inclusive and…
Hyphen is partnering with Elea Data Centers to shape Rio AI City, a 900,000-square-meter technology district in Rio de Janeiro. Located within the city’s former Olympic Park, the masterplan integrates digital infrastructure into everyday urban life, blending AI-ready data centres with workplaces, public amenities, and green landscapes. The project presents a forward-looking model in which technological innovation and environmental stewardship are pursued side by side. A Data Centre District Integrated with Urban Life At the heart of Rio AI City are more than 30 modular AI-ready data centre buildings designed to support the growing demands of artificial intelligence and cloud…
One London is a new landmark tower designed by Eric Parry Architects, offering approximately 154,000 sqm of best-in-class commercial space at the centre of the Eastern City Cluster. The consented scheme introduces publicly accessible spaces throughout the building, an enhanced public realm, and industry-leading sustainability credentials. Height, Vision, and City Impact On completion, the building will become the tallest in the City of London and the joint tallest in Western Europe at 309.6m AOD, matching The Shard. It will provide nearly 13% of the City of London’s identified office space requirement, aligning with the City Plan 2040 and its long-term…
Constructed Atmosphere investigates light as the primary force in shaping space, drawing inspiration from the natural phenomenon of light pillars, where vertical beams of light are created through the interaction of illumination and atmospheric ice crystals. Rather than treating light as a tool that merely reveals surfaces, the project positions it as an active medium capable of defining atmosphere, perception, and spatial boundaries. Through its ephemeral and participatory qualities, light becomes a material that constructs transient environments and transforms the way space is experienced. Light as a Spatial Medium Conventional architectural approaches often regard light as a functional element used…
Located in the hillside neighborhood of Kodra e Diellit, Zaha Hadid Architects’ The Nest and Cascades introduce a new model of sustainable living and hospitality in Tirana, Albania. Responding to rising demand for diverse housing and high-quality amenities, the developments combine advanced environmental design, community-focused landscapes, and architecture shaped by the district’s dramatic topography and panoramic city views. The Nest: Sustainable Living Rooted in Landscape The Nest is a collection of residential buildings spread across four plots surrounding a central community park. Offering a mix of one- to three-bedroom apartments, the development has been carefully designed using extensive environmental analysis,…
As the world turns its attention to the FIFA World Cup 2026, Mexico City is preparing to welcome thousands of football fans from across the globe. Home to the iconic Estadio Azteca, the city will host the tournament’s opening match and several major fixtures. Alongside world-class football, visitors can explore historic landmarks, renowned architecture, vibrant neighborhoods, and one of the world’s most celebrated food scenes. FIFA World Cup 2026 Matches in Mexico City Day 1: Football History and the Heart of Mexico City Morning: Visit the Legendary Estadio Azteca Begin your World Cup adventure at Estadio Azteca, the stadium that…
High in the Rockies, Dspace Studio’s Colorado Retreat presents a contemporary mountain home designed for both adventure and restoration. Conceived as a tranquil yet bold basecamp, the residence supports year-round living, adapting equally to social gatherings and quiet weekends. With ski-in/ski-out access, integrated outdoor spaces, and sustainable systems, the home creates a strong connection between architecture and the surrounding landscape. Stacked Volumes Reflect the Rocky Mountains The Colorado retreat is formed by three horizontal volumes that shift in plan, drawing inspiration from the layered strata of the Rockies. This arrangement creates terraces, sheltered outdoor areas, and carefully framed panoramic views.…
In the heart of Bordeaux’s former industrial district, La Vallée Verte, designed by Dutch architecture firm MVRDV, transforms a former military and industrial landscape into a vibrant urban neighborhood. Guided by the Bastide Niel masterplan, the project preserves historic traces while introducing innovative parametric design strategies that maximize sunlight, sustainability, and community life. At the center of this transformation stands La Vallée Verte, a residential development where architecture, history, and hundreds of plant-filled loggias combine to create a living green valley within the city. History Meets Contemporary Urban Design in Bastide Niel Located on the right bank of the Garonne…
Mexican studios Palma + TO have unveiled the design for the new Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Panamá, a contemporary art museum in Panama, following their win in an international competition. The project combines passive design strategies, local material traditions, and climate-responsive architecture to create a museum that extends beyond its galleries. Conceived as a cultural and civic platform, the building is designed to strengthen connections between the city, its communities, and the waterfront while supporting contemporary art, education, and public life. Public Plaza at the Heart of the Museum The proposal is organized around a shaded civic plaza that…
Dystopian architecture often reflects society’s fears, ambitions, values, and concerns through built environments that evoke control, isolation, surveillance, and uncertainty. While some buildings and cities are designed to inspire optimism and comfort, others present visions of societies shaped by authoritarian power, environmental decline, technological dominance, or extreme social inequality. This is the foundation of dystopian architecture, a design concept that explores how architecture can embody unsettling social, political, and environmental futures. Frequently seen in science fiction films, literature, and conceptual design projects, dystopian architecture offers a powerful lens through which to examine contemporary urban challenges and possible futures. Defining Dystopian…