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Dubai inaugurates pioneering electric air taxi station with Joby Aviation operations launching this year architecture-design
Dubai authorities announced completion of what they describe as the world's first purpose-built electric vertical take-off and landing air taxi station. The facility spans 3,100…
Mulino Factory Opens in Milan's Historic 1929 Mill as Creative Hub with Hotel by Tom Dixon architecture-design
The Mulino Factory has been inaugurated at Via Aosta 2 in Milan, converting a 1929 industrial mill into a vibrant creative space. Spearheaded by Ludovica Virga, the granddaughter…
ICON and Firmah Architecture unveil 450-acre 3D-printed surf community in Waco, Texas architecture-design
Construction company ICON and Austin-based Firmah Architecture have revealed designs for Desperado, a 450-acre residential community in Waco, Texas, featuring 88 3D-printed…
Sarah Sherman Samuel Returns to Grand Rapids, Reflecting on American Craft's Past and Future architecture-design
Designer Sarah Sherman Samuel returned to her hometown of Grand Rapids, Michigan, prompting a reflection on the evolution of American craft. The city, historically known as…
Theaster Gates Creates Chawan Cabinet for Prada Home at Milan Design Week architecture-design
Prada Home unveiled a limited collection during Milan Design Week, featuring a collaboration with artist Theaster Gates. Gates developed an exhibit titled "Chawan Cabinet" that…
Philip Johnson's 1946 Booth House acquired by Lang Architecture and Ravi Arps for restoration and resale architecture-design
Drew Lang, an architect, along with builder Ravi Arps, has acquired the Booth House, designed by Philip Johnson, located in Bedford, New York, via their company RnD. Constructed…
Peter Kotek's NestOff prefabricated micro-cabin integrates compact living with Hungarian landscape architecture-design
NestOff, a 20-square-meter micro-retreat located in northern Hungary near Romhány, was designed by architect Peter Kotek. This unit examines how small-scale architecture can…
Mamoli launches Joe Colombo-inspired bathroom collection at Salone Internazionale del Bagno 2026 architecture-design
At the Salone Internazionale del Bagno 2026, Italian company Mamoli will introduce a new bathroom collection inspired by designer Joe Colombo. This collection showcases a…
LACMA's Peter Zumthor-designed building opens with $720M budget and controversial thematic galleries architecture-design
This weekend marks the debut of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's new structure, crafted by Swiss architect Peter Zumthor. The project, which cost $720 million, was overseen…
Peter Zumthor's David Geffen Galleries Open at LACMA with Ocean-Themed Inaugural Installation architecture-design
On April 16, 2026, the David Geffen Galleries at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) will be inaugurated, featuring a design by architect Peter Zumthor. This structure,…
Bjarke Ingels Group reveals Nashville performing arts center with undulating aluminum facade architecture-design
The Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has unveiled its design for the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) in Nashville, Tennessee. Covering 307,000 square feet, this facility will sit…
Stephanie Goto's Packing Essentials for Milan Design Week 2026 architecture-design
Architect Stephanie Goto shares her travel essentials for Milan Design Week, coinciding with Salone del Mobile. She plans an eight-day trip, starting with five days in Paris to…
Ten Notable Product Collaborations Unveiled at Milan Design Week 2026 architecture-design
The 2026 Milan Design Week highlighted significant product partnerships, as reported by Galerie Magazine. Kengo Kuma unveiled the Faces rug collection for Jaipur Rugs, drawing…
LACMA Unveils Peter Zumthor's New Building with Mixed Historical and Contemporary Art Displays architecture-design
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has opened its new flagship building in Los Angeles, designed by Swiss architect Peter Zumthor. The structure spans Wilshire Boulevard…
Gregory Rockwell Renovates Maine Lakeside Cabin with Tactile Materials and Camp Spirit architecture-design
Interior designer Gregory Rockwell has completed a comprehensive renovation of a Maine lakeside cabin while preserving its summer camp atmosphere. The project involved a gut…
Trump's Proposed Giant Arch Expansion Faces Backlash from Architects and Veterans architecture-design
A proposal to dramatically enlarge a planned arch structure has generated significant opposition. The project, championed by Donald Trump, would increase the arch's size to more…
David/Nicolas Studio Launches Milan Design Week Installation and Shares Insider Guide architecture-design
Design duo David Raffoul and Nicolas Moussallem of the Beirut-based studio David/Nicolas are inaugurating their new Milan studio during Milan Design Week 2026 with an installation…
Aurora Arquitectos renovates 137m² Lisbon apartment in historic 'rabo de bacalao' building architecture-design
In 2025, Aurora Arquitectos completed a renovation of a 137-square-meter apartment housed in a distinctive 'rabo de bacalao' building in Lisbon. This architectural style, which…
Gourmega restaurant in Greenwich Village celebrates African diasporic culture through design and cuisine architecture-design
Located at 116 West Houston Street in Greenwich Village, New York City, Gourmega is a new restaurant run by Ghetto Gastro and designed by Nigerien architect Mariam Issoufou. The…
Nina Magon's Milan Design Week 2026 Guide Highlights Brera, Fondazione Prada, and Nilufar Gallery architecture-design
Interior designer Nina Magon, founder of Houston-based Nina Magon Studio, shares her curated Milan Design Week 2026 itinerary with Whitewall. Her guide emphasizes the Brera…
Azuma Farm Koiwai luxury retreat opens in Iwate, Japan on April 23 with forest villas and regional immersion architecture-design
On April 23, Azuma Farm Koiwai will launch in Iwate Prefecture, Japan, providing upscale hospitality that highlights the Tohoku region. The establishment is a project of Naru,…
Texas Cities Invest $9 Billion in Convention Center Redesigns to Reconnect Urban Fabric architecture-design
The five largest cities in Texas are set to allocate nearly $9 billion towards redesigning their convention centers into valuable community assets. Thanks to Senate Bill 1057,…
Milan's San Siro Stadium Faces Demolition Despite Cultural Heritage Status architecture-design
Despite efforts to preserve it, Milan's San Siro stadium, constructed in the 1920s by Ulisse Stacchini, is set for demolition. The Lombardy Regional Commission for Cultural…
Giorgetti's Kumiki chairs by HBA blend Japanese woodworking with Italian craftsmanship for Milan Design Week 2026 architecture-design
Giorgetti, an Italian furniture maker, has launched the Kumiki chair and armchair, designed by global studio HBA (Hirsch Bedner Associates). Named after a Japanese woodworking…
Grizzo Studio's Casa Lomadas integrates folded concrete volumes with artificial terrain in Argentina architecture-design
Grizzo Studio has finalized Casa Lomadas, a residence located by a lagoon near Buenos Aires, Argentina. The structure showcases a lengthy, folded concrete bar that stretches…
Nao Tamura's Ryo Library for Porro Debuts at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026 architecture-design
At Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026, Porro will unveil the Ryo library, a subtle and conceptual design by Nao Tamura. The piece features long horizontal surfaces supported by…
University of Hong Kong showcases AI-designed bamboo table and architectural projects in Dezeen partnership architecture-design
The postgraduate architecture program at the University of Hong Kong, known as The Building Society, highlighted innovative projects in a Dezeen School Shows feature. Among the…
Iragüen Viñuela Arquitectos completes 2020 house on Cautín River platform in Malalcahuello architecture-design
Architects Daniel Iragüen Contreras and Claudio Viñuela Schweitzer of Iragüen Viñuela Arquitectos completed a 143-square-meter house in 2020 in Malalcahuello, Chile. The project…
Icônes Group Launches €33 Million Creative Campus in Rennes for 2027 Opening architecture-design
The private higher education group Icônes is constructing a new €33 million creative campus in Rennes, France, scheduled to open in summer 2027. Located in the Solférino…
Ale Giorgini collaborates with Jacques Durand on limited edition eyewear for Milan Design Week 2026 architecture-design
Italian illustrator Ale Giorgini has partnered with artisanal eyewear brand Jacques Durand to launch a limited edition collection of four models, each representing a city…
Thomas Bình-Minh Vincent's Dreamy Lớp Lamp Captures Iridescent Sky in Opal Glass architecture-design
Designer Thomas Bình-Minh Vincent, originally from France and now based in Vietnam, has unveiled Dreamy Lớp, a sculptural lighting fixture inspired by an iridescent sky seen one…
Kuba & Pilař architekti Complete Žďár nad Sázavou Wooden Housing Complex with Passive Energy Strategies architecture-design
In 2025, the Zdar Wooden Housing project was finalized by Kuba & Pilař architekti at Sázavská 10/12 in Žďár nad Sázavou, Czech Republic. This residential complex, notable for…
TRENZAR Collection Explores Braiding as Structural Method at Milan Design Week 2026 architecture-design
At Alcova, Baggio Military Hospital, Casa delle Suore C4, the TRENZAR collection was unveiled by Marlot Baus, a Barcelona-based studio, during Milan Design Week 2026. Founded by…
El Portal Visitor Center Reopens in Puerto Rico's El Yunque Rainforest with Resilient Design and Cultural Programming architecture-design
Nearly ten years after Hurricanes Maria and Irma, Marvel Architects Puerto Rico has revamped El Portal, an $18 million visitor center located in El Yunque National Forest. To…
V&A East Museum opens in London's Olympic Park with architecture inspired by Balenciaga tailoring architecture-design
On April 18, 2026, the V&A East Museum will debut in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Crafted by O'Donnell + Tuomey, the museum's design is influenced by Cristóbal…
Tengbom Architects Renovate 17th-Century Stjärnorp Castle Ruin Near Linköping architecture-design
Tengbom architects completed a 1,000-square-meter renovation of the Stjärnorp Castle ruin in 2022, located west of Lake Roxen outside Linköping. The project was curated by Hadir…
Patina Miller's Manhattan town house features interiors by design firm Evan Edward architecture-design
Actor Patina Miller's family home in Manhattan showcases interiors designed by the emerging firm Evan Edward. The town house reflects a dramatic aesthetic appropriate for…
Celebrity Small Home Tours Feature Sarah Paulson's Beach House and Matthew McConaughey's Airstream architecture-design
Architectural Digest showcases six celebrities who live in modest homes, challenging assumptions about celebrity real estate. Sarah Paulson owns a 500-square-foot beach house.…
Dhammada Collective's Rural Primary School in Mandi Wins Award for Post-Disaster Community Architecture architecture-design
The Dhammada Collective's Rural Primary School in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh has received an award in the Local Scale category. This recognition stems from the school's approach to…
Jürgen Mayer H. Wins Humboldt Forum Art Competition with Bronze Arrow Installation architecture-design
The architecture firm Jürgen Mayer H. has won the eighth Kunst-am-Bau competition for Berlin's Humboldt Forum with a bronze arrow installation titled "Südpfeil." The…

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