Architecture
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Give us a wave
Eladio Dieste made brick beautiful. Now the Uruguayan’s curved aesthetic is proving to be more relevant than ever.
Going for gold
The International Olympic Committee’s HQ is on top of the podium when it comes to office design.
Steely resolve
A once-overlooked industrial city, Linz has become a hub for art and architecture.
Modern history
Facing demolition, the Dai-ichi Bank building had seen better days. But at the 11th hour, and with a nod to its illustrious past, the site has been rejuvenated as K5 hotel.
Group dynamics
The expansion of a storied Kyoto building into Ace Hotel’s first Japanese venture called for a dizzying collaboration of creatives.
Sunny disposition
This strip of Australian coastline has developed a gentle architectural style that takes the heat in its stride. Indeed, if you need an air-con system, your design is judged a failure.
Better living
Take it from us: we’ve spent more than a decade lifting the lid on ideal residences. Here is what we’ve learnt about how to build cosy homes that cater to all.
Close quarters
Can apartment blocks really forge communal bonds and help tenants get closer to nature? As these three developments show, the answer is a resounding ‘yes’.
Talk of the town
In the first part of our grand draft to upgrade urban living, we outline the sights, sounds, spaces and street life that should be the starting points for every city neighbourhood.
Soul of the city
Cities have never been so vibrant, vital and on the move. But what is the formula for a perfect neighbourhood? Here we look at urban projects transforming their cities.
