The Piccadilly line on the London Underground is undergoing a £2.9 billion renovation, including the introduction of air-conditioned trains.
Upgrades to the Piccadilly line include new trains with walk-through and driverless features, to be operational by 2025, and an increase in the number of trains by 2027. [ more ]
This west London high street is getting a swanky 3 billion glow-up
Queensway's Whiteleys department store is undergoing a multi-billion renovation to become a luxury wellness hotel, cinema, and shopping center.
The Whiteleys department store, with its iconic facade and historical significance, is being transformed while maintaining key elements of its original structure. [ more ]
The iconic Gherkin skyscraper in London is undergoing a major renovation to modernize its interior and exterior while maintaining its distinctive architectural design. [ more ]
MASAAI studio is renovating an estate of old houses in northern italy
Locanda Case Vecie is a renovated estate outside Verona that offers agri-tourism experiences.
MASAAI Studio's vision for the project includes sustainability, slow tourism, and the integration of modern infrastructure with traditional rural structures. [ more ]
MTA is renovating 13 Brooklyn subway stations for improved quality-of-life upgrades, with additional stations scheduled for renovation during the G train's partial shutdown. [ more ]
For Columbus Park Revamp, Anything But the Parking Lot
Residents want the judges' parking lot in Columbus Park, Brooklyn, to be repurposed for activities like skating and a farmers' market.
Ideas for Columbus Park renovation include creating designated spaces for skaters, a farmers' market, performance area, and a diverse range of activities for all ages. [ more ]
Commodore Barry Park in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, will undergo a $20.5 million renovation to address the cracked asphalt and outdated playground equipment.
The renovation will include upgraded playground equipment, new courts for basketball and other sports, a dog park, and improved drainage infrastructure. [ more ]
Renovations to revitalize Sibley Dome as vibrant hub for AAP | Cornell Chronicle
The renovation of Sibley Dome will include a circular auditorium and collaborative spaces to revitalize the historic building as a hub for the College of Architecture, Art and Planning. [ more ]
a light peach tone engulfs every corner inside this two-family house in barcelona
Architects renovated a mid-20th-century single-family house in Sant Cugat del Vallés to accommodate two families by creating a new hierarchy of large interconnected rooms. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
Macabre wax models take limelight in Florence museum
La Specola, one of the oldest science museums in Europe, reopens in Florence showcasing its remarkable wax anatomical models, used for studies in the 18th and 19th centuries. [ more ]
Castaways Hasn't Been Forgotten as the North Avenue Beach's Icon Preps to Reopen
Castaways Beach Club is reopening on Memorial Day Weekend after a $3 million renovation with a more polished beach club vibe and new menu items. [ more ]
Rehab or demolish? Miami Beach restarting discussions about the fate of Fillmore theater
The historic Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater is facing a decision between renovation or demolition.
$29 million has been allocated for potential renovation of the building after Miami Beach voters approved $159 million in bonds for cultural institutions. [ more ]
splashes of color revive athenian micro-apartment by oikonomakis siampakoulis
The Oikonomakis Siampakoulis Architects renovated a 35 sqm micro-apartment in Athens, Greece, incorporating original features and adding vibrant colors.
The layout of the apartment presented challenges due to its unconventional angles and irregular walls, but the architects simplified the layout and created an open kitchen with a central island as the main hub. [ more ]
Timothy Godbold adorns Tribeca loft with modernist relief panels
Interior designer Timothy Godbold renovated an apartment in a historic Tribeca building, incorporating relief treatments influenced by a 1970s sci-fi series.
The spacious loft underwent layout optimization to balance entertainment and family living, featuring a neutral palette with dramatic furniture and artwork. [ more ]
An 1890s Cottage Blends Original Charm With Modern Luxury
The renovation and extension of Pear Tree House in Prospect, SA, maintains the old while introducing new communal and private spaces, including a backyard with a swimming pool.
A standout feature of the project is the cantilevered slab holding the new open living space with wood details flowing seamlessly from the kitchen to the outdoors. [ more ]
eme 157's domehome emerges from foliage-covered brick house in spain
The DOMEHOME project by EME 157 involves expanding an existing house in Aravaca by adding a new floor to accommodate an independent apartment for the family's son.
The design utilizes a domed shape and cork flooring to create a distinctive and insulated space that contrasts with the existing brick structure. [ more ]
The rise of AI-powered design services has led to the creation of a whole AI dream-house economy.
AI-generated homes on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok are reshaping people's desires and fantasies about homeownership and renovation. [ more ]
The Brooklyn Museum has renovated its education center, named after philanthropist and collector Toby Devan Lewis, to expand its programs and create a more inspiring space.
The education center will feature three studios, offices, meeting rooms, and a gallery space. It will offer community programs and art classes with state-of-the-art equipment to nurture creativity and collaboration. [ more ]
SteelWave and Barings Give El Segundo Building to Lender
SteelWave and Barings have surrendered a 164,400-square-foot office building in El Segundo to a lender after facing $53.1 million in troubled debt tied to the property.
The affiliate, San Mateo-based 2160 GRAND PO, borrowed $69.6 million from New York-based New York Life to revamp the property, and the renovation was completed in 2022. [ more ]
corten steel clads vero casa's intertwined volumes in poland
Architect Marcin Tomaszewski took a considerate approach to renovating VERO CASA, preserving the existing structure and enhancing the Italian design.
The renovation project maintained the initial Italian atmosphere, with materials such as corten, wood, and concrete harmoniously blending with the natural surroundings. [ more ]
The Insider: Brooklyn Heights Gut Reno Recasts Apartment
Architects Andrea Fisk and Jess Hinshaw of Shapeless Studio transformed a one-bedroom apartment in a Brooklyn Heights co-op into a well-considered and thoughtfully designed space.
The renovation involved a complete gut renovation, including changing the layout, opening up the kitchen, and adding custom millwork and all-new furnishings.
The color scheme chosen for the apartment included a warm taupe for the living room, dining area, and kitchen, and a moody green for the bedroom. [ more ]
A Serene Gut-Reno in the East Village, Six Flights Up
The Kecks had specific demands for their apartment, including living on the top floor with outdoor space. They found their ideal apartment in the East Village.
Magdalena completely renovated the apartment, tearing down walls and creating a serene palette of whites and earth tones. [ more ]
This New York City Townhouse Was Radically Transformed Into a Art-Filled Haven
The West Village neighborhood in New York City is known for its design-savvy atmosphere and artistic residents.
Architect Eric J. Smith was hired to transform a West Village townhouse into a functional space that reflects the couple's passion for contemporary art and design. [ more ]