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Notre-Dame exemplifies the intersection of architecture and history, reflecting societal changes through its construction, destruction, and artistic representations.

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Pioneers of Architecture Criticism: 5 Women Who Are Shaping the Built Environment Through Words

Architecture criticism extends beyond evaluation; it aims to highlight how architecture affects society and the environment.

From pews to power stations: a history of interwar British architecture that some feared might not be published

Rosemary Hill prepared the late Gavin Stamp's manuscript on British interwar architecture for publication, showcasing his unmatched knowledge and superb writing skills.

Pioneers of Architecture Criticism: 5 Women Who Are Shaping the Built Environment Through Words

Architecture criticism extends beyond evaluation; it aims to highlight how architecture affects society and the environment.

From pews to power stations: a history of interwar British architecture that some feared might not be published

Rosemary Hill prepared the late Gavin Stamp's manuscript on British interwar architecture for publication, showcasing his unmatched knowledge and superb writing skills.

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Historic 'treehouse-like' estate hidden in Hollywood Hills is for sale. Look inside

The A. Quincy Jones-designed home in Laurel Canyon represents a significant piece of Hollywood architectural history now available for $1.85 million.

This mid-century Los Angeles home - perfectly frozen in architectural amber - has listed for the very first time

A midcentury-modern home by A. Quincy Jones is on the market for $3.5 million, preserved like a time capsule.

Historic 'treehouse-like' estate hidden in Hollywood Hills is for sale. Look inside

The A. Quincy Jones-designed home in Laurel Canyon represents a significant piece of Hollywood architectural history now available for $1.85 million.

This mid-century Los Angeles home - perfectly frozen in architectural amber - has listed for the very first time

A midcentury-modern home by A. Quincy Jones is on the market for $3.5 million, preserved like a time capsule.

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Architect Thomas Wallis honoured with a Blue Plaque at Victoria Coach Station

Victoria Coach Station has received a Blue Plaque to honor architect Thomas Wallis for its Art Deco design.

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M+ museum's retrospective on I. M. Pei highlights his significant contributions and questions surrounding his under-theorization in architectural history.

Track to Completing Malaga Cathedral: The Role of Timber in Designing the New Gable Roof

The Cathedral of Málaga's construction history reflects ongoing challenges and innovative solutions, highlighting the building's unfinished yet significant architectural narrative.

How Do I Research the History of My Home?

Researching your property's past can deepen personal connections and uncover valuable insights for financial and marketing advantages.

One of L.A.'s Loveliest Cultural Monuments Could Be Yours for $2.4M

An iconic piece of architectural history, the O'Neill Duplex No. 1 in Los Angeles, designed by Rodney Walker, is on the market for $2,480,000.

Iconic Bushwick mansion set to transform into 20-unit apartment building, despite preservation concerns * Brooklyn Paper

Historic mansion in Bushwick likely to be converted into a 20-unit apartment building.

The History of Architecture: Important Timelines - Yanko Design

Architecture blends various styles. Architectural history tracks development across cultures and time periods. Construction styles evolve across different civilizations.

Ghosts of America's 'Street of Dreams': a comprehensive book brings the history New York's Fifth Avenue to life

Fifth Avenue evolved from esteemed residential area to commercial hub; grand houses by influential architects housed elite families, now mostly replaced by shops and hotels.

British Museum's historic Reading Room opens to the public after 11 years

The British Museum's Round Reading Room reopened after 11 years, once used by famous personalities like Karl Marx and Bram Stoker.

Who really was John Soane? The man and manifesto behind the magnificent house museum

John Soane's museum is a unique space shaped by his eccentric character and thematic organization, capturing the magic of his architectural vision.

'kiosk' photobook explores the forgotten modernist booths of central and eastern europe

The book 'Kiosk' by Zupagrafika captures over 150 modernist kiosks from Central and Eastern Europe, offering a glimpse into their unique history and architectural significance.

Taking a close look at classical architecture as a 'living system'

The book explores architectural classicism beyond traditional constraints, encouraging new perspectives and creativity.

Treasure Island Distillery to Host Outdoor Movie Nights This Summer

The Gold Bar Whiskey, inside the former Pan Am Airport, offers movie screenings with limited seating, encouraging attendees to bring chairs and blankets.

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Brutalist architecture: Love it or loathe it? DW 02/25/2025

Embracing the Raw Aesthetics: Integrating Brutalism into Modern Design

Brutalist architecture: Love it or loathe it? DW 02/25/2025

Embracing the Raw Aesthetics: Integrating Brutalism into Modern Design

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Picket Line Scandals, City Sneaks Zenith In the Back Door, and a Very Deep Hole

Modernism in Africa: Shedding Light on Nigeria's Rich Heritage of Education Buildings

Exclusive | Floyd Mayweather Jr. continues his NYC house hunt by eyeing this glam Gilded Age mansion asking $49.5M

Here's how much it costs to buy the house that made Frank Lloyd Wright famous

Roomy Flatbush Prewar With Built-ins Asks $1.195 Million

Exclusive | Floyd Mayweather Jr. continues his NYC house hunt by eyeing this glam Gilded Age mansion asking $49.5M

Here's how much it costs to buy the house that made Frank Lloyd Wright famous

Roomy Flatbush Prewar With Built-ins Asks $1.195 Million

10 must visit monuments in France - The Good Life France

1 of Oakland's most recognizable landmarks is also its most mysterious

Notre-Dame de Paris in seven works of art

Pioneers of Architecture Criticism: 5 Women Who Are Shaping the Built Environment Through Words

From pews to power stations: a history of interwar British architecture that some feared might not be published

Pioneers of Architecture Criticism: 5 Women Who Are Shaping the Built Environment Through Words

From pews to power stations: a history of interwar British architecture that some feared might not be published

Historic 'treehouse-like' estate hidden in Hollywood Hills is for sale. Look inside

This mid-century Los Angeles home - perfectly frozen in architectural amber - has listed for the very first time

Historic 'treehouse-like' estate hidden in Hollywood Hills is for sale. Look inside

This mid-century Los Angeles home - perfectly frozen in architectural amber - has listed for the very first time

Architect Thomas Wallis honoured with a Blue Plaque at Victoria Coach Station

MEDIA STUDIES

Track to Completing Malaga Cathedral: The Role of Timber in Designing the New Gable Roof

How Do I Research the History of My Home?

One of L.A.'s Loveliest Cultural Monuments Could Be Yours for $2.4M

Iconic Bushwick mansion set to transform into 20-unit apartment building, despite preservation concerns * Brooklyn Paper

The History of Architecture: Important Timelines - Yanko Design

Ghosts of America's 'Street of Dreams': a comprehensive book brings the history New York's Fifth Avenue to life

British Museum's historic Reading Room opens to the public after 11 years

Who really was John Soane? The man and manifesto behind the magnificent house museum

'kiosk' photobook explores the forgotten modernist booths of central and eastern europe

Taking a close look at classical architecture as a 'living system'

Treasure Island Distillery to Host Outdoor Movie Nights This Summer

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