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High-rise Construction | Jul 29, 2015

Jerusalem to get a high-rise pyramid by Daniel Libeskind

Are pyramids making a comeback? The city of Paris recently approved a triangle-shaped building that stirred controversy from residents. Now, the city of Jerusalem gave Libeskind's pyramid tower the go-ahead.

Mixed-Use | Jul 22, 2015

Despite China's 'ghost cities,' the country continues construction boom

Cities continue to spring up in the heart of China. Designed to accommodate millions, many are still nearly empty.

High-rise Construction | Jul 13, 2015

Herzog & de Meuron’s triangle tower stirs controversy in Paris

The 590-foot glass pyramid building will include a 120-room hotel, 754,000 sf of office space, and cultural facilities.

High-rise Construction | Jul 7, 2015

Bjarke Ingels designs Frankfurt skyscraper with a surprise in the middle

Several levels in the center of the 185-meter tower are shifted outward to allow for terraces with city views.

Cultural Facilities | Jun 10, 2015

Artists turn oil tankers into architecture

Four Dutch artists propose transforming tankers into monuments with mixed-use space.

Wood | Jun 2, 2015

Michael Green Architecture designs world's tallest wood building for Paris competition

“Just as Gustave Eiffel shattered our conception of what was possible a century and a half ago, this project can push the envelope of wood innovation with France in the forefront," said architect Michael Green of the project.

 

Smart Buildings | Perkins and Will | May 28, 2015

4 ways cold-climate cities can make the most of their waterfronts

Though cold-climate cities pose a unique challenge for waterfront development, with effective planning waterfront cities with freezing winter months can still take advantage of the spaces year-round.

Coatings | Jeff Alexander | May 14, 2015

Prismatic coatings accent the new Altara Center

This multi-use campus will contain a university, sports facilities, medical center, and world-class shopping

Mixed-Use | May 10, 2015

Construction on Orlando’s massive ‘innovation hub’ is finally starting

The $1 billion Creative Village development will create a business and education hub.

High-rise Construction | May 6, 2015

Two new designs submitted for New York City Riverside Center

Both designs reference the cantilevers and other elements featured in architect Christian de Portzamparc’s original masterplan for the complex, which has now been scrapped.

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