London's iconic Barbican Estate offers a unique 'city within a city' lifestyle, but residents reveal the challenges of living in this brutalist masterpiece, from windowless bathrooms to outdated kitchens and central heating woes.
The iconic Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai was hit by fragments from an intercepted Iranian drone during Middle East strikes. No casualties occurred due to fire and smoke safety systems designed over three decades ago.
A heritage dispute erupts in Greenwich as neighbors battle over proposed extensions to a Grade II listed Georgian house, with preservationists fighting to save a unique architectural feature.
A decade after its destruction, Aleppo faces immense challenges in reconstruction, with political, economic, and social hurdles slowing recovery efforts in Syria's historic city.
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The transformation of the former Snow Hill Police Station into a Premier Inn hotel showcases how sensitive renovation can honor Victorian heritage while creating vibrant, accessible spaces that energize London's Square Mile.
A 400ft luxury superyacht named after the mako shark features a floating lounge, helipad, and zero carbon emissions. Designed by State Of Craft, it combines sleek shark-inspired lines with luxury amenities for polar expeditions.
Michael Collins, who dedicated his career to teaching planning at University College London after starting at London County Council, has passed away at age 92.
The urgent £16bn refurbishment of the Palace of Westminster could prompt MPs to move out, offering a chance to decentralise power and invest in regions like Manchester or Birmingham.
Historic England warns the City of London's draft 2040 plan could cause 'serious harm' to the Tower of London's heritage value, as concerns mount over skyscraper encroachment near the UNESCO site.
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A 17-storey hotel with 530 beds, swimming pool, sky bar, and cultural venue is proposed for Southwark Bridge Road. Southwark Council's Planning Committee is recommended to approve the plans next week.
Plans for a 20-storey office block opposite the Barbican have been revised with a 10m height reduction, but campaigners call it a 'token gesture' that fails to address concerns over scale and sunlight.
London is set to get its first floating park as part of a £5bn regeneration of Royal Victoria Dock West, featuring a lido, sauna, homes, and wellness facilities on the water, with construction phases starting in 2030.
Barcelona's iconic Sagrada Familia basilica achieves its maximum height of 566 feet as a cross is placed atop the Tower of Jesus Christ, ahead of centenary celebrations for architect Antoni Gaudi.
The Sagrada Familia in Barcelona has achieved a historic milestone with the installation of its central tower, marking a significant step toward completion of Gaudí's iconic basilica after over 140 years of construction.
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After a decade of austerity closing over 1,000 centres, the UK government's £500m Youth Matters strategy aims to revive youth services. New hubs in Preston and London showcase innovative designs to provide safe spaces for young people.
The Xalet del Catllaràs, built in 1905 for Eusebi Güell, has been officially attributed to Antoni Gaudí, revealing his naturalistic style in a mountain retreat near Barcelona.
Plans to convert Grade II-listed Noble House on Smith Square into a 652-bedroom hotel face 145 objections over noise and traffic concerns, while Westminster Council reviews the proposal.
Japanese architect Shigeru Ban transforms discarded materials like cardboard into innovative structures, from earthquake shelters to iconic cathedrals, blending sustainability with poetic design.
Addis Ababa's Africa Hall, a modernist masterpiece restored after a decade-long £42m project, has won the World Monuments Fund/Knoll Modernism prize, marking the first African building to receive this honor.
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Discover the Niemeyer Sphere in Leipzig, a stunning white concrete restaurant designed by Oscar Niemeyer at age 103. This architectural marvel blends futuristic design with industrial surroundings, featuring liquid crystal glass and a rich history.
Alan Burgess, the pioneering architect behind iconic London buildings like the Thamesview Tower, has died at 92. His work blended modernist innovation with sustainable design, leaving a lasting legacy on the city's urban landscape.
New architectural renderings reveal Donald Trump's proposed $400 million White House ballroom addition, sparking controversy and legal challenges over the demolition of the East Wing.
The Southbank Centre, once voted Britain's ugliest building, has been granted Grade II listed status, ending a 35-year campaign to protect this Brutalist landmark in London.
A Grade II-listed former National Westminster Bank building at Bank Junction will be redeveloped into a Zedwell hotel with 304 rooms, including 30 accessible units, and house the Aziz Foundation.
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A broadcaster shares his journey of buying his first drill at age 58, confronting lifelong practical inadequacies and the messy but empowering start to DIY.
London faces a public toilet shortage, with 40% closed since 2000. Creative solutions like heritage rebuilds in Maida Hill and Woolwich show how design can transform essential infrastructure into beautiful, accessible spaces.
London's Southbank Centre complex has been Grade II listed after a 35-year battle, recognising its brutalist architecture as a significant part of Britain's postwar heritage.
London's Southbank Centre, once voted Britain's ugliest building, has been granted Grade II listed status, marking a major victory for brutalist architecture campaigners.
The brutalist Southbank Centre in London, once voted Britain's ugliest building, has been granted Grade II listed status, protecting it for future generations after a 35-year campaign.
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Explore the legacy of Renée Gailhoustet, the French architect whose social housing designs in Ivry-sur-Seine blended modernist principles with green spaces, offering innovative living solutions that remain influential today.
