Brixen Public Library / Carlana Mezzalira PentimalliThe Brixen Public Library is designed to foster community interaction and cultural exchange, rather than just serve as a repository of books.
New Lots Library redesign pays tribute to its roots as an African burial ground * Brooklyn PaperBrooklyn Public Library is transforming an African burial ground site into a modern library, incorporating cultural and historical references in its design.
Vila do Chapeu Square / Henry Teixeira Arquitetura e UrbanismoThe design of Vila do Chapéu integrates nature and sports, creating communal spaces like skateparks, beach tennis courts, and a gym.
Quintal Mogi / Luiza NadaluttiQuintal Mogi's design emphasizes openness and warmth, creating a unique atmosphere for dining and community engagement.
three stacked concrete slabs outline birye church by SML in koreaThe design of Birye Church harmonizes with its natural surroundings while providing dedicated spaces for worship and community gatherings.
From Terracotta Temples to Trendsetting Architecture: The Story of West Bengal's Gallery House - Yanko DesignThe Gallery House blends rusticity and modern design, serving as a functional community space while celebrating Bengal's architectural heritage.
Brixen Public Library / Carlana Mezzalira PentimalliThe Brixen Public Library is designed to foster community interaction and cultural exchange, rather than just serve as a repository of books.
New Lots Library redesign pays tribute to its roots as an African burial ground * Brooklyn PaperBrooklyn Public Library is transforming an African burial ground site into a modern library, incorporating cultural and historical references in its design.
Vila do Chapeu Square / Henry Teixeira Arquitetura e UrbanismoThe design of Vila do Chapéu integrates nature and sports, creating communal spaces like skateparks, beach tennis courts, and a gym.
Quintal Mogi / Luiza NadaluttiQuintal Mogi's design emphasizes openness and warmth, creating a unique atmosphere for dining and community engagement.
three stacked concrete slabs outline birye church by SML in koreaThe design of Birye Church harmonizes with its natural surroundings while providing dedicated spaces for worship and community gatherings.
From Terracotta Temples to Trendsetting Architecture: The Story of West Bengal's Gallery House - Yanko DesignThe Gallery House blends rusticity and modern design, serving as a functional community space while celebrating Bengal's architectural heritage.
OZBE Cafe / KKOL StudioOZBE blends gray concrete with vibrant fruits, creating a unique space that balances industrial charm with natural vitality.
Novelist Maura Cheeks opens Brooklyn's newest bookstore and wine bar - Brooklyn MagazineLiz's Book Bar in Carroll Gardens, owned by novelist Maura Cheeks, creates a community space for book lovers, inspired by her grandmother and other bookstore-bars like Book Club Bar.
Every new Bay Area bookstore is a bar nowBook Society blends books and wine, offering a unique reading experience in Berkeley, California.
Novelist Maura Cheeks opens Brooklyn's newest bookstore and wine bar - Brooklyn MagazineLiz's Book Bar in Carroll Gardens, owned by novelist Maura Cheeks, creates a community space for book lovers, inspired by her grandmother and other bookstore-bars like Book Club Bar.
Every new Bay Area bookstore is a bar nowBook Society blends books and wine, offering a unique reading experience in Berkeley, California.
Starbucks proves it was never really a 'third place'Starbucks has shifted from a community-centric space to a luxury brand, now requiring customers to make a purchase to remain on its premises.
Plans for new LGBTQ+ venue at former site of London gay club XXLSouthwark Council allocates £1.5 million to create a new LGBTQ+ venue in Bankside, featuring a theater and workspace by 2026.
The Gnosis Factory: Haverford College's Philosophy ClubThe Philosophy Club at Haverford promotes inclusivity and engagement in philosophical discussions beyond academic constraints.
SF Unveils New "Bayfront Park," Reusing Steel from Bay Bridge (Grand Opening)Bayfront Park is a 5.5-acre green space on San Francisco's waterfront, turning an industrial area into an accessible and climate-resilient public park.
Circulation Retail and Repair Workshop / DDAAcirculation promotes sustainability through product repair, resale, and customization within a thoughtfully designed retail and workshop environment.
Dongyou Corn Courier Station / SuiPingYiLi Architecture StudioThe Corn Station revitalizes rural architecture while enhancing community engagement and agricultural logistics.
SF Unveils New "Bayfront Park," Reusing Steel from Bay Bridge (Grand Opening)Bayfront Park is a 5.5-acre green space on San Francisco's waterfront, turning an industrial area into an accessible and climate-resilient public park.
Circulation Retail and Repair Workshop / DDAAcirculation promotes sustainability through product repair, resale, and customization within a thoughtfully designed retail and workshop environment.
Dongyou Corn Courier Station / SuiPingYiLi Architecture StudioThe Corn Station revitalizes rural architecture while enhancing community engagement and agricultural logistics.
Manhattan sculpture garden founded by gallerist served eviction notice after years-long legal battleThe City of New York has issued an eviction notice for Elizabeth Street Garden to facilitate affordable housing development, despite public opposition.
Parking Lot Under the FDR Should Become Public Space: Locals - Streetsblog New York CityThe parking lot under the FDR Drive should be transformed into a community space rather than remain as car storage.
San Franciscans Are Fighting for Their Lives' Over One Great HighwayProposition K seeks to transform the Great Highway into a pedestrian park, reflecting larger debates about urban space and community priorities.
wind and light flow through organdie curtains of icai architects' street furniture in japanThe Scape for Every Moment installation by icai architects enhances community interaction while adapting to the changing urban environment and natural elements.
London's Pocket Parks: St George's Garden, SE1The pocket park revitalizes a previously neglected urban space, balancing historical elements with modern community needs.
Manhattan sculpture garden founded by gallerist served eviction notice after years-long legal battleThe City of New York has issued an eviction notice for Elizabeth Street Garden to facilitate affordable housing development, despite public opposition.
Parking Lot Under the FDR Should Become Public Space: Locals - Streetsblog New York CityThe parking lot under the FDR Drive should be transformed into a community space rather than remain as car storage.
San Franciscans Are Fighting for Their Lives' Over One Great HighwayProposition K seeks to transform the Great Highway into a pedestrian park, reflecting larger debates about urban space and community priorities.
wind and light flow through organdie curtains of icai architects' street furniture in japanThe Scape for Every Moment installation by icai architects enhances community interaction while adapting to the changing urban environment and natural elements.
London's Pocket Parks: St George's Garden, SE1The pocket park revitalizes a previously neglected urban space, balancing historical elements with modern community needs.
NYC's New Ice Cream Shop And Bookstore Hybrid Is The Sweetest Spot UptownFountain Bookshop merges a bookstore and ice cream shop, providing a unique community space for relaxation and engagement in Washington Heights.
X architects revitalizes UAE heritage house as community center with operable louver skinBMBK revitalizes a historical house into a community space, blending traditional architecture with modern design elements for longevity and adaptability.
intersecting bamboo segments form umbrella-like pavilion by MUFU-ARCHLAB in chinaThe Compass Bamboo Pavilion embodies a blend of traditional materials and contemporary design, showcasing bamboo's versatility in modern architecture.
X architects revitalizes UAE heritage house as community center with operable louver skinBMBK revitalizes a historical house into a community space, blending traditional architecture with modern design elements for longevity and adaptability.
intersecting bamboo segments form umbrella-like pavilion by MUFU-ARCHLAB in chinaThe Compass Bamboo Pavilion embodies a blend of traditional materials and contemporary design, showcasing bamboo's versatility in modern architecture.
homme architects' round opening above tourist center frames bamboo garden in china fieldsThe Tianfu Vegetable Fragrance Expo Garden integrates local agricultural heritage with modern design to create a cultural tourism experience.
MEET&EAT Hengyang Store / LEL DESIGN STUDIOThe MEET&EAT Hengyang store revitalizes an old mall with a distinct red design, enhancing both brand identity and community engagement.
homme architects' round opening above tourist center frames bamboo garden in china fieldsThe Tianfu Vegetable Fragrance Expo Garden integrates local agricultural heritage with modern design to create a cultural tourism experience.
MEET&EAT Hengyang Store / LEL DESIGN STUDIOThe MEET&EAT Hengyang store revitalizes an old mall with a distinct red design, enhancing both brand identity and community engagement.
Beats and eats: New Med-Mex listening bar, Moondog, opens in East Williamsburg * Brooklyn PaperMoondog is a cocktail lounge in East Williamsburg, combining immersive soundscapes, unique cocktails, and an elevated street food menu.
A brand new park just opened in Downtown Brooklyn - Brooklyn MagazineA new public park, Abolitionist Park, has opened in Brooklyn after two decades, offering relaxation and historical tribute.
Beats and eats: New Med-Mex listening bar, Moondog, opens in East Williamsburg * Brooklyn PaperMoondog is a cocktail lounge in East Williamsburg, combining immersive soundscapes, unique cocktails, and an elevated street food menu.
A brand new park just opened in Downtown Brooklyn - Brooklyn MagazineA new public park, Abolitionist Park, has opened in Brooklyn after two decades, offering relaxation and historical tribute.
Piazza Matteotti Public Gardens / Pool landscapeThe redesign of Piazza Matteotti's public gardens aims to restore its historic identity and enhance community engagement through improved design.
The Orchestra Park / SoBAThe Orchestra Park integrates nature with community recreation, preserving existing trees while serving diverse resident needs.The design reflects Kunshan's cultural heritage through a layout inspired by traditional music forms.
Piazza Matteotti Public Gardens / Pool landscapeThe redesign of Piazza Matteotti's public gardens aims to restore its historic identity and enhance community engagement through improved design.
The Orchestra Park / SoBAThe Orchestra Park integrates nature with community recreation, preserving existing trees while serving diverse resident needs.The design reflects Kunshan's cultural heritage through a layout inspired by traditional music forms.
Pier 97 opens in Hudson River Park. Here's what Manhattan's newest waterfront oasis looks like. | amNewYorkHudson River Park's Pier 97 transforms a dilapidated space into a vibrant park, providing New Yorkers a relaxing recreational destination.
New pop-up mini golf course in Richmond promises fun for the whole familyThe former cannabis dispensary in Richmond has been transformed into a community mini golf course designed for local enjoyment and accessibility.
Check out renderings of the renovated Brooklyn Public Library's main branchThe Brooklyn Public Library's renovation will enhance public spaces and services while maintaining library collections, with completion expected by 2027.
The award-winning micropub where you can play table skittles on old bus seatsThe Little Green Dragon micropub has won the title of best pub in London for the second time.
The Garden Adds Color and Brightness to the City': Letters From P.S. 130 StudentsThe Elizabeth Street Garden, a beloved community space in Manhattan, faces demolition for affordable housing, sparking legal battles and community protest.
Mixed-use housing project proposed near Chuck E. CheeseB3 Commercial LLC plans to develop a mixed-use housing project with affordable units in East San Jose using expedited approval methods.
The Garden Adds Color and Brightness to the City': Letters From P.S. 130 StudentsThe Elizabeth Street Garden, a beloved community space in Manhattan, faces demolition for affordable housing, sparking legal battles and community protest.
Mixed-use housing project proposed near Chuck E. CheeseB3 Commercial LLC plans to develop a mixed-use housing project with affordable units in East San Jose using expedited approval methods.
Devlin Shand and Rhys Oisin of Queer Arts Featured (Queer AF) - San Francisco Bay TimesQueer Arts Featured at 575 Castro Street celebrates and promotes underrepresented Bay Area queer artists with reduced commission rates and a range of inclusive events.
The Man Behind Jerry's Pizza, the Popular Tavern-Style Pizza Pop-Up, Has Opened a BarJerry's Tavern in Northwest Portland, by pizzaiolo Jerry Benedetto, holding off on adding Chicago-style thin crust pizza to menu until pizza oven is repaired.
Inside the cafe which uses upcycled furniture in one of London's best places to liveCanvas and Cream in Forest Hill is a unique cafe known for using upcycled furniture donated by locals.The cafe is a community hub that combines food, art, and therapy, providing a welcoming space for residents of all ages.
INSIDE guangzhou coffee shop is a curated maze of oriented strand boardR-BAS maximized a compact space with clever design, focusing on functionality and community needs.INSIDE Guangzhou's design promotes flexibility, relaxation, and positive social interactions.
Hollywood's Linden Is Uncompromisingly Black and ProudLinden on Sunset Boulevard is a Black-owned restaurant in LA that creates a space for the Black community to convene and enjoy culturally diverse food.