Architecture
Advances in materials and design continue to expand the architect's play book with buildings that reach for the skies and connect us to the earth in imaginative and increasingly sustainable ways. New Atlas brings you the latest developments.
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New world's tallest timber tower crowned in the USA
August 09, 2022The Ascent, by Korb + Associates Architects, has officially been recognized as the new world's tallest timber tower. Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the residential high-rise reaches an impressive maximum height of 86.6 meters. -
Greenery filled facade wraps mixed-use mobility hub
August 04, 2022MAD recently completed its first European project – but it certainly won't be its last. The firm has revealed plans for a mixed-use building in Milan, Italy, that's defined by a lush greenery covered facade intersected with polished metal staircases. -
Greenery covered tower pays tribute to Albania's national hero
August 03, 2022MVRDV has revealed a patriotic project for Albania's capital city. Officially named Tirana's Rock, the tower will reach a maximum height of 85 meters and take the overall form of a bust of Albania's national hero, Skanderbeg. -
Eye-catching undulating facade wraps Passive House high-rise
August 01, 2022MAD Architects has completed its first project in Europe. The Unic apartment building in Paris, France, is enlivened by an eye-catching curving facade, is impressively energy efficient and has been constructed to exacting Passive House standards. -
One-of-a-kind minimalist retreat built using concrete box culverts
July 29, 2022Sleeping in a culvert generally means you've fallen on hard times, but that's not the case with this unique project by Nendo. The minimalist dwelling is built using the precast concrete box culverts usually used to construct waterways and tunnels. -
Alibaba's blocky HQ focuses on workspace flexibility and energy efficiency
July 29, 2022SOM has revealed its new headquarters for Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba. Featuring a chunky form meant to resemble a cloud, it will boast some carefully considered sustainability features and will be flexible and future-proof. -
New living wall uses recycled materials for better growing conditions
July 27, 2022Plant-covered "living walls" are becoming increasingly popular, as they look nice, produce oxygen, and (when outdoors) help keep buildings cool. A relatively new one is claimed to be more plant-friendly, plus it's made of recycled materials. -
The incredible plan for a 170-km-long skyscraper in the Saudi desert
July 26, 2022Saudi Arabia has revealed plans for an architecture project so ambitious that it almost beggars belief. The Line project is envisioned as a 170-km-long skyscraper home to approximately 9 million people – or around the same as the population of NYC. -
Small but perfectly formed: RIBA's Stephen Lawrence shortlist revealed
July 25, 2022RIBA has announced the 2022 Stephen Lawrence Prize shortlist. Consisting of seven superb UK projects built to a modest budget, highlights include an impressive extension built into some ruins and an energy efficient renovation of a 1960s home. -
Luxury residential tower brings Japanese style to Miami Beach
July 22, 2022Influential Japanese architect Kengo Kuma's firm has revealed plans for its first residential tower in the US. Located on Miami Beach, the high-rise will bring together eastern and western design elements and feature an attractive timber exterior. -
Best of the best: Six projects compete for UK's top architecture prize
July 21, 2022RIBA has revealed six finalists that make up this year's shortlist for the Stirling Prize, the premier award in UK architecture. Highlights include a light-filled library designed to last 400 years and the renovation of a tired 1980s office building. -
Bridge museum spanning 160-m gully is built to withstand climate change
July 20, 2022Located in the rural town of Shoalhaven, two and a half hours south of Sydney, this striking new museum stretches an impressive 160 meters across a gully and is built to withstand the harsh effects climate change. -
Medical center's impressive glass roof spans lush green oasis
July 20, 2022Commissioned to design a cutting-edge medical center, Safdie Architects has arranged the facility around a large atrium that's filled with greenery. The building is defined by generous glazing, which includes an impressive domed glass roof. -
Mecanoo's residential towers reach new heights in The Hague
July 19, 2022Mecanoo has revealed plans for a pair of towers due for construction in the Netherlands. The mixed-use residential buildings will create new community spaces and a rooftop garden, as well as 1,400 homes, some of which will be social housing. -
Energy efficient waterfront city block has its own harbor inside
July 18, 2022Back in 2016, BIG revealed plans for an ambitious mixed-use residential building that resembles the bow of a ship. The project, named Sluishuis, is now finally complete and provides an idyllic and energy efficient community on the waterfront.
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