Since the middle of the 20th century, the world has been experiencing a wave of urbanisation never seen before. The development of a smart city emerged due to challenges faced…
The physical environments people inhabit directly shape societal opportunities and the quality of life. For most city dwellers, the urban landscape evokes admiration for its energy and iconic sights. Yet,…
The Architectural League Prize for Young Architects + Designers has long been recognised as one of North America’s most progressive platforms for emerging architectural voices. Every year, it offers a…
For a long time, we’ve thought of buildings as solid, unmoving structures. But what if they could subtly shift and breathe, almost imperceptibly, to make us feel better? This idea…
According to the United Nations, the current world population is 7.6 billion, and is projected to be around 9.8 billion in 2050. As around 55% of people are estimated to…
Future design is not just about forecast aesthetics or technical innovation—it is inextricably about people, place, and involvement. As the world’s societies struggle with sophisticated, changing challenges—urban sprawl, climate uncertainty,…
Materials play a fundamental role in the architecture and construction industry. They are like the skeleton to designs, making them feasible. But what if the materials we use start supporting…
Adaptive Reuse has blended the past with the future, along with a seamless and powerful trend in urban development. The approach brings fresh opportunities for sustainable growth, economic development and…
For a city or place to be livable, it should meet the standard of living. The different styles tell us a story that unfolds the process of development through time.…
In the grand theatre of architecture, where concrete ambitions and glassy aspirations soar skywards, it is often easy and dangerously tempting for the modern architect to be trapped by the…
In the heart of downtown San Francisco’s financial district, the Salesforce Transit Center stretches 5.4 acres over nearly 4 city blocks, and the park is elevated 70 feet off the…
Design Approach The Thyssenkrupp Elevator Test Tower, a landmark of innovation in Rottweil, Germany, was designed by Werner Sobek and Jahn Architects. This 246-meter-high structure serves a singular purpose: to…