13 Protected London Views: Developers Blocked
Discover the 13 officially protected London vistas where urban planning rules prevent developers from obscuring historic landmarks like St Paul's Cathedral and the Palace of Westminster.
Category : Architecture
Southwark Towers: The Building Demolished for The Shard
Before The Shard dominated London's skyline, Southwark Towers stood on the site. This unremarkable office block was demolished in 2008 to make way for Britain's tallest building.
Engineers Push Bamboo as Low-Carbon Building Alternative
The Institution of Structural Engineers publishes a manual promoting bamboo for permanent construction, highlighting its use in airports, schools, and towers as a sustainable alternative to steel and concrete.
Serpentine Pavilion 25th Anniversary Design Revealed
LANZA atelier's brick serpentine wall pavilion for the Serpentine's 25th anniversary draws on English architectural heritage while creating symbolic UK-Latin America connections.
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Newcastle's Keelmen's Hospital to Become Affordable Homes
A £4.6m lottery grant will transform Newcastle's most at-risk building, the 1701 Keelmen's Hospital, into 20 affordable housing units, marking a new chapter for this historic structure.
China's Sponge Cities Harvest Rainwater for Sustainability
Discover how China is reviving ancient rainwater harvesting techniques in modern 'sponge cities' to tackle water scarcity, from Beijing's Bird's Nest to Shenzhen's skyscrapers.
Chinwe Odimba-Chapman: First Black Female Partner at Chapman Taylor
Chinwe Odimba-Chapman makes history as the first Black female partner at architecture giant Chapman Taylor. She discusses merit, visibility, and shaping London's future skyline. Read her inspiring story.
Wimbledon Concert Hall Plans Progress After Gehry's Death
Plans for a major new 1,250-seat concert hall in Wimbledon, designed by Frank Gehry, are moving forward. The venue aims to transform the area into an international cultural destination.
London's Public Toilet Renaissance
A new wave of architect-designed public toilets is emerging in London, championed by councils and government funds. Could this mark a return of civic pride and address a 40% decline in facilities?
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Obituary: Stone Carver Richard Kindersley Dies at 86
Renowned British letter cutter and sculptor Richard Kindersley has died at 86. His legacy includes work at St Paul's Cathedral, London Bridge, and the Normandy Memorial.
London Underground station where daylight reaches platforms
Discover Bermondsey Tube station, the futuristic Jubilee Line stop designed to channel natural light 10 metres underground. See how its architecture creates a stress-free commute.
Ukrainians restore Kyiv's historic mansions during war
As Russian attacks intensify, Kyiv activists fight to save the city's crumbling art nouveau mansions from both bombs and developers. A story of cultural defiance.
Chelsea Brut named London's best new house for 2025
Pricegore Architects' 'Chelsea Brut' wins RIBA's London House of the Year 2025. Discover the three-bedroom home with a film room and planted roof featured on Grand Designs.
FBI to Close J Edgar Hoover Building in Washington DC
The FBI announces the permanent closure of its iconic brutalist headquarters in Washington DC. The workforce will move to existing offices, ending a 20-year relocation saga. Read the full story.
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No 1 Poultry's Roof Garden to Open Free to Public
The famous postmodernist building in the City of London will undergo a major retrofit and open its rooftop terrace with views of the Bank of England to all visitors for free from autumn 2027.
When to take down your Christmas tree and decorations
From Boxing Day to mid-January, Brits reveal their festive pack-up rituals. Discover expert storage tips and the traditions behind the perfect take-down date.
How Mid-Rise Mansion Blocks Can Solve London's Housing Crisis
New report argues London's housing crisis can be solved by building beautiful, mid-rise mansion blocks, not tall towers. Discover the high-density secret of Maida Hill.
Hornsey Town Hall reopens as arts hub after £29m revamp
North London's iconic Hornsey Town Hall reopens as a vibrant arts centre after a major refurbishment. Discover live music, theatre, cinema and more in this modernist landmark.
One Embankment Place to get major London makeover
The postmodern landmark above Charing Cross station, home to PwC, is set for a transformative refurbishment by Hopkins Architects to boost its public spaces and sustainability. Discover the plans.
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Hidden Cave Factories: China's Architectural Secrets Revealed
A groundbreaking exhibition in Montreal shatters myths of drab communist-era design, revealing thrilling cave factories and a fierce debate over national style. Discover the untold story.
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.
Frank Gehry: The Maximalist Master Architect Dies at 96
Celebrating the life and turbulent career of Frank Gehry, the 'starchitect' who reshaped cities with titanium curves and defied convention. Explore his iconic works and lasting impact.
London stations top global beauty ranking
St Pancras International and Paddington have been ranked the world's most spectacular railway stations in a new global list. Discover the full top 20 and what makes London's transport hubs so special.
Architectural Icon Frank Gehry Dies at 96
Frank Gehry, the revolutionary architect behind the Guggenheim Bilbao and other global landmarks, has died at 96. Explore his life and seismic impact on modern design.
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Pritzker-winning architect Frank Gehry dies aged 96
World-renowned architect Frank Gehry, designer of Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum, has died at 96. Discover his life and iconic, prize-winning work.
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.
Pritzker-winning architect Frank Gehry dies aged 96
Frank Gehry, the visionary architect behind the Guggenheim Bilbao and other global landmarks, has died at 96. Explore his life and revolutionary impact on architecture.
Barbican Centre gets £451m overhaul for accessibility
London's iconic but bewildering Barbican Centre is set for a £451m renewal. The project will tackle leaks, poor signage, and maze-like layout to create a fully accessible cultural hub by 2032.
Trump swaps architect on $300m White House ballroom project
President Trump has replaced the architect for his controversial $300m White House ballroom project. The move follows the demolition of the East Wing and disagreements over the design.
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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.
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