Frank Gehry's Stunning California Architecture
Explore the revolutionary Californian buildings of Frank Gehry, the architect who transformed cityscapes with stainless steel waves and giant binoculars. Discover his iconic legacy.
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US Prisoners Escape Through Weak Concrete Wall
Two inmates escaped from a US detention centre after exploiting crumbling concrete. The incident raises serious questions about infrastructure and security failures. Read the full investigation.
Legendary Architect Frank Gehry Dies at Age 96
Frank Gehry, the visionary Canadian-American architect behind the Guggenheim Bilbao, has died aged 96. Explore his incredible legacy in pictures.
Scotland's Brutalist Beauties Captured in New Book
A new book showcases Scotland's finest Brutalist architecture, revealing the social vision behind the concrete. Discover the buildings that defined a postwar era.
PFI NHS Buildings: Design Flaws & High Costs
Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146 at Wang Fuk Court
Hong Kong's deadliest fire since 1948 claims 146 lives at Wang Fuk Court complex. Authorities launch nationwide safety inspections as community mourns tragedy.
Architect Robert AM Stern Dies Aged 86
Celebrated architect Robert AM Stern, famed for designing NYC's iconic 15 Central Park West and championing traditional modern design, has passed away at 86. Discover his lasting legacy.
Man faces £16k bill to replace two windows in flat
A Westminster accountant's £2,500 window replacement spirals to £16,000 due to planning rules and building safety regulations. Discover why he feels 'punished for doing the right thing'.
Bank of England's Major 2026 Refurbishment Plan
The Bank of England's historic Threadneedle Street headquarters is set for a major internal upgrade starting 2026. Discover how this heritage building is being modernised for the future while preserving its iconic façade.
25 killed in Russian missile strike on Ternopil apartments
At least 25 people died in a heavy Russian missile attack on residential buildings in Ternopil. Zelenskiy urges allies for more air defence support to end the war.
Herefordshire Stands In For Shakespeare's Stratford in Hamnet
Discover how Herefordshire's historic landscapes and crooked Tudor buildings became the perfect filming location for the cinematic adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's Hamnet. Explore the Shakespearean connections.
London's Green Giant: 50 Fenchurch Street Redefined
Discover how the reimagined 50 Fenchurch Street is set to become London's most sustainable tall building, blending cutting-edge eco-design with the City's rich architectural heritage.
Rome's Ancient Torre dei Conti Tower Collapses
A significant portion of Rome's medieval Torre dei Conti has collapsed, sending rubble cascading into the street near the Imperial Forums. The 12th-century tower suffered catastrophic structural failure, though miraculously no injuries were reported.
Australia's Mechanics' Institutes: Community Hubs Reborn
Discover how historic Mechanics' Institutes across Australia are transforming into vital community hubs, offering everything from yoga classes to digital literacy workshops while preserving their rich heritage.
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