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“Why can’t we have nice architecture in Miami?” asks commenter

March 6, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

In this week’s comments update, commenters were left unimpressed by car brand Mercedes-Benz’ plans for its first branded skyscraper in North America. Created in collaboration with US studio SHoP Architects, the 67-storey skyscraper in Miami was reportedly informed by a philosophy of “sensual purity”. “Kitsch extravaganza!” “Form is lukewarm, and the car manufacturer tie-ins are

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“The graffiti rather improves the aesthetics” says commenter

February 28, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

In this week’s comments update, readers are discussing a trio of incomplete skyscrapers in downtown Los Angeles that have been covered in graffiti. Graffiti artists began covering the Oceanwide Plaza development with tags in January, sparking debate about the development that has been abandoned since 2019. “The graffiti rather improves the aesthetics” Commenters were largely

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Totem-pole colonnade encloses Istanbul Airport restaurant

February 23, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

A stone and glass fountain, totem pole-like columns and gilded arches characterise the Kaimakk bar and dining space by local studio Sanayi313 inside Istanbul Airport. The 600-square-metre space was created by Sanayi313 as a place of refuge from the bustle of the airport. “The challenge of this project was to create a place where people would

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“Interesting, but aesthetically it’s already dated” says commenter

February 21, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

In this week’s comments update, readers are discussing Danish architecture studio BIG’s recently completed skyscraper in Texas. Called 1550 on the Green, the 28-storey skyscraper in downtown Houston consists of a “bundle” of six towers that curve slightly as they rise, with the tallest reaching a height of 450 feet (137 metres). Commenters had mixed

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“Some of the most interesting work published these days” says commenter

February 14, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

In this week’s comments update, readers are discussing a monolithic concrete concert hall in the coastal resort of Aranya in Qinhuangdao, completed by Chinese studio Vector Architects. Called the Chapel of Music, the three-pronged concrete structure has concave walls, a curving elevated ramp and a circular auditorium with a translucent roof. “Some of the most

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Gonzalo Lebrija designs sculptural lighthouse that “feels like a temple”

February 6, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

Mexican artist Gonzalo Lebrija has unveiled the sculptural El Faro lighthouse and art gallery on the Costalegre coast in western Mexico. Built on a peninsular as part of a wider development, El Faro was designed as an exhibition space and local “landmark”, that will also operate as a lighthouse for local boats and fishermen. Lebrija

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“Beautiful structure in the perfect location” says commenter

January 31, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

In this week’s comments update, readers are discussing a mirrored cafe pavilion and courtyard at the site of The Old War Office in Whitehall, London. Designed by DaeWha Kang Design, the circular pavilion has a glass facade and mirrored stainless-steel roof panels. “A modern addition to an ancient classic” Readers were divided. Some were in

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“Unashamedly contemporary” pavilion designed for Old War Office site in London

January 26, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

UK architecture studio DaeWha Kang Design has designed a pavilion and courtyard for The OWO hotel at the site of the former Old War Office in Whitehall, London. The pavilion is located in front of the 1906 Grade II*-listed building, designed by architect William Young, that was once used by the British government’s military departments.

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“What a mess, I love it” says commenter

January 24, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

In this week’s comments update readers are discussing the announcement of this year’s Serpentine Pavilion, designed by Mass Studies founder Minsuk Cho. Named Archipelagic Void, the 23rd pavilion is set to open in London’s Kensington Gardens in June 2024 and will consist of five structures described as “islands”, arranged in a star shape around a

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“So many moves in a small project” says commenter

January 17, 2024 Rheanna Hopkins 0

In this week’s comments update, readers are discussing a compact infill home in Dublin with red brickwork and perforated metal panels, completed by Irish architecture studio Gró Works. Located on Dublin’s southern perimeter, the home was designed to reflect both the nearby Victorian redbrick terraces and the more “utilitarian” quality of the backstreet it overlooks.

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