Building and Construction

Work is well underway on a large new project in Chengdu, China, by Zaha Hadid Architects. Once complete, the Unicorn Island masterplan will create living and working space for Chinese and international startups in the firm's signature style.

We've already heard about experimental self-healing concrete, that can repair cracks within itself. Now, scientists have gone a step further, utilizing bacteria to create building materials that can be grown on-site – and that regenerate when broken.

RMJM, which designed Europe's tallest skyscraper, the Lakhta Center, was recently chosen to create an unusual project in China. The Xiangjiang Gate will rise to a maximum height of 177 m (580 ft) and consist of two twisting towers that join together.

Sky Green, designed by WOHA and located in Taichung, Taiwan, features a large amount of trees and plants, and offers occupants the use of terrace areas that are envisioned as a pleasant escape from the bustle of city life.

Rocky Mountain Tiny Houses recently completed a compact new model that offers the flexibility to travel and to host extra guests. The Timberwolf 24' Tiny House runs off-grid and features an elevating bed that turns the living room into a bedroom.

The Mount Sinai Kyabirwa Surgical Facility is a superb project in Uganda that provides locals with access to much-needed surgical treatment. The facility makes good use of off-grid technology, including solar panels and rainwater collection systems.

Henning Larsen recently revealed its plan for an entire timber neighborhood. Assuming it's built, the Fælledby development will house 7,000 people in an idyllic nature-filled community in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Optinid's latest tiny house dispenses with the novel sliding roof that its previous models have boasted. Instead, the firm added a second bedroom to ensure the towable home could fit a family of three while conforming to France's strict towing laws.

Herzog & de Meuron has revealed plans for an eye-catching museum in China. Inspired by the world's longest canal, it will feature a mountain-like building at its center and be defined by a glazed facade that's meant to bring to mind a river.

Back in 2016, Zaha Hadid Architects unveiled a wooden stadium for the English soccer team Forest Green Rovers. Now, having finally received planning permission on the second attempt, the ambitious sustainable project is set to go ahead.

Residential architecture is one of the most diverse areas we cover. Reflecting this, our selection of 2019's best houses runs the gamut from a multi-million dollar floating home to low-cost social housing.

Baluchon's new tiny house isn't too big a departure from previous models, but does have some nice amenities you may not expect from the usually barebones French tiny houses. It includes automated lighting, a projection screen, and a spacious kitchen.