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#urban-design

Conference: Parklets Key to Rolling Back Motordom's Takeover of the Streets - Streetsblog San Francisco

Parklets are reimagining urban spaces by reclaiming streets for community use.

The concept of parklets emerged to counteract the dominance of automobiles in urban environments.

tree canopies shade lakeside commercial hub by YIIIE architects in chengdu

CPI W-18b combines commercial functionality with its natural setting, promoting public interaction and sustainability.

Residential Building Elipse / SADAR + VUGA

The Ellipse integrates profit-driven residential space with inclusive public areas, enhancing community connections.

Building Stronger Communities: The Role of Regional Identity in 7 Multi-Purpose Projects

Community spaces are essential to regional identity and must be designed for adaptability and user engagement.

Foster + Partners Reveals Details of the Euro American Innovation City in Hangzhou, China

The Euro American Innovation City will enhance Hangzhou with sustainable design, mixed-use facilities, and community amenities by 2025.

Conference: Parklets Key to Rolling Back Motordom's Takeover of the Streets - Streetsblog San Francisco

Parklets are reimagining urban spaces by reclaiming streets for community use.

The concept of parklets emerged to counteract the dominance of automobiles in urban environments.

tree canopies shade lakeside commercial hub by YIIIE architects in chengdu

CPI W-18b combines commercial functionality with its natural setting, promoting public interaction and sustainability.

Residential Building Elipse / SADAR + VUGA

The Ellipse integrates profit-driven residential space with inclusive public areas, enhancing community connections.

Building Stronger Communities: The Role of Regional Identity in 7 Multi-Purpose Projects

Community spaces are essential to regional identity and must be designed for adaptability and user engagement.

Foster + Partners Reveals Details of the Euro American Innovation City in Hangzhou, China

The Euro American Innovation City will enhance Hangzhou with sustainable design, mixed-use facilities, and community amenities by 2025.

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#architecture

The hometown magic of 2025 Pritzker Prize winner Liu Jiakun

Liu Jiakun's Pritzker Prize recognition showcases his socially conscious approach to urban architecture that enhances community spaces.

Liu Jiakun: Get to Know the 2025 Pritzker Winner's Work

Liu Jiakun, awarded the 2025 Pritzker Prize, emphasizes architecture as a medium for personal expression and community interaction.

Coastal Long Pavilion on Chaishan Island / GN Architects

The pavilion enhances the visitor experience by integrating with natural elements through design changes.

It repurposes a historical site, emphasizing community engagement and tourism.

Visitors Commune with the Forest Canopy in a Four-Story Treehouse in Arkansas

The Evans Children's Adventure Garden features a communal treehouse designed to reconnect children with nature.

Luxury hotel plans submitted for Custom House

Custom House, a historic Grade I building, may become a luxurious hotel while enhancing public access to heritage and riverfront spaces.

Baan Tectonix House / I Like Design Studio

The house extension strategically accommodates future needs of a multi-generational family in a private and communal living setup.

The hometown magic of 2025 Pritzker Prize winner Liu Jiakun

Liu Jiakun's Pritzker Prize recognition showcases his socially conscious approach to urban architecture that enhances community spaces.

Liu Jiakun: Get to Know the 2025 Pritzker Winner's Work

Liu Jiakun, awarded the 2025 Pritzker Prize, emphasizes architecture as a medium for personal expression and community interaction.

Coastal Long Pavilion on Chaishan Island / GN Architects

The pavilion enhances the visitor experience by integrating with natural elements through design changes.

It repurposes a historical site, emphasizing community engagement and tourism.

Visitors Commune with the Forest Canopy in a Four-Story Treehouse in Arkansas

The Evans Children's Adventure Garden features a communal treehouse designed to reconnect children with nature.

Luxury hotel plans submitted for Custom House

Custom House, a historic Grade I building, may become a luxurious hotel while enhancing public access to heritage and riverfront spaces.

Baan Tectonix House / I Like Design Studio

The house extension strategically accommodates future needs of a multi-generational family in a private and communal living setup.

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Go to town! The surprise feelgood effects of walking in the city

Walking in urban landscapes can significantly enhance our mood and emotions, as detailed in Annabel Streets' book, The Walking Cure.

#infrastructure

British Library confirms 1.1 billion expansion will go ahead - with space for Crossrail 2

The British Library's £1.1 billion extension will enhance facilities and provide new commercial spaces, set to open around 2030.

Ventilation Tower and Ventilation Shaft / Atelier Z+

The Wind Tower project enhances urban connectivity while respecting cultural heritage in Pudong.

Innovative design integrates community spaces and infrastructure effectively.

Plans to transform community centre into 'urban village' approved

Haringey's planning committee approved an urban village initiative to replace the Selby Centre with 202 homes and enhanced community spaces.

British Library confirms 1.1 billion expansion will go ahead - with space for Crossrail 2

The British Library's £1.1 billion extension will enhance facilities and provide new commercial spaces, set to open around 2030.

Ventilation Tower and Ventilation Shaft / Atelier Z+

The Wind Tower project enhances urban connectivity while respecting cultural heritage in Pudong.

Innovative design integrates community spaces and infrastructure effectively.

Plans to transform community centre into 'urban village' approved

Haringey's planning committee approved an urban village initiative to replace the Selby Centre with 202 homes and enhanced community spaces.

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#architectural-design

The Cloud Block Inclusive Housing / INARO Integrated Architecture Office

Architectural design can foster social inclusion through mixed housing types and shared community spaces, enhancing livability and interaction among residents.

aluminum facade contrasts with organic garden in iFLYTEK AI headquarters by line+

The iFLYTEK AI Headquarters Campus combines innovation, accessibility, and employee well-being in a forward-looking design that promotes a community-focused environment.

Kalm Residence / Two Five Five Architects

Kalm Residence embodies co-housing, merging individuality with community through thoughtful design.

Uliving Campinas / Branco Meio Amarelo + Isaac Safdie Arquitetura

The Uliving Campinas project aims to revolutionize university housing by creating dynamic, engaging spaces specifically designed for student interaction and community building.

modular prefab units provide refuge for dogs in serrano + baquero's spanish animal shelter

Serrano + Baquero's Ciudad de Perros transforms the concept of an animal shelter into a vibrant, interactive city for dogs, promoting their well-being.

Meander Residence / Steven Holl Architects

Meander maximizes natural light and scenic views for its residents through innovative design.

Sustainability is a fundamental principle, using locally sourced materials and geothermal energy systems.

The building fosters a community atmosphere with shared spaces and unique artistic expressions.

The Cloud Block Inclusive Housing / INARO Integrated Architecture Office

Architectural design can foster social inclusion through mixed housing types and shared community spaces, enhancing livability and interaction among residents.

aluminum facade contrasts with organic garden in iFLYTEK AI headquarters by line+

The iFLYTEK AI Headquarters Campus combines innovation, accessibility, and employee well-being in a forward-looking design that promotes a community-focused environment.

Kalm Residence / Two Five Five Architects

Kalm Residence embodies co-housing, merging individuality with community through thoughtful design.

Uliving Campinas / Branco Meio Amarelo + Isaac Safdie Arquitetura

The Uliving Campinas project aims to revolutionize university housing by creating dynamic, engaging spaces specifically designed for student interaction and community building.

modular prefab units provide refuge for dogs in serrano + baquero's spanish animal shelter

Serrano + Baquero's Ciudad de Perros transforms the concept of an animal shelter into a vibrant, interactive city for dogs, promoting their well-being.

Meander Residence / Steven Holl Architects

Meander maximizes natural light and scenic views for its residents through innovative design.

Sustainability is a fundamental principle, using locally sourced materials and geothermal energy systems.

The building fosters a community atmosphere with shared spaces and unique artistic expressions.

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The four best parks in Camden for a spring walk

North London's parks offer beautiful walking paths and outdoor activities as spring approaches.

Croydon boxing club struggles to find new space after being evicted

Charnwood Boxing Academy struggles to find adequate community space after eviction while Croydon Council sells assets, affecting local organizations.

The council's asset management decisions hinder community groups like CBA, showcasing a critical need for neighborhood resources.

#sustainable-design

House for Almost Everything / Comte/Meuwly

The House for Almost Everything is a versatile living space that adapts to various activities and environmental conditions.

Takatsuki Arts Theatre / Nikken Sekkei

The Takatsuki Arts Theatre design integrates cultural history and nature, fostering public engagement in a park-like setting.

House for Almost Everything / Comte/Meuwly

The House for Almost Everything is a versatile living space that adapts to various activities and environmental conditions.

Takatsuki Arts Theatre / Nikken Sekkei

The Takatsuki Arts Theatre design integrates cultural history and nature, fostering public engagement in a park-like setting.

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#urban-planning

COVID upended everyday life. What's stuck around 5 years after lockdown?

The pandemic has caused lasting changes, notably in remote work and e-commerce.

Hybrid work and online shopping are permanent shifts post-COVID.

Urban planning must adapt to new social and commercial dynamics.

19-storey tower with 281 flats could replace Sutton bingo hall after delays

Sutton Council is poised to approve the redevelopment of an outdated site into 281 flats, facilitating housing growth and community amenities.

Groupe Scolaire Jean Mace / NTSA Architectes

The Jean Macé School Group Extension emphasizes sustainable architecture through traditional materials and design, focusing on integration with its environment.

COVID upended everyday life. What's stuck around 5 years after lockdown?

The pandemic has caused lasting changes, notably in remote work and e-commerce.

Hybrid work and online shopping are permanent shifts post-COVID.

Urban planning must adapt to new social and commercial dynamics.

19-storey tower with 281 flats could replace Sutton bingo hall after delays

Sutton Council is poised to approve the redevelopment of an outdated site into 281 flats, facilitating housing growth and community amenities.

Groupe Scolaire Jean Mace / NTSA Architectes

The Jean Macé School Group Extension emphasizes sustainable architecture through traditional materials and design, focusing on integration with its environment.

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#urban-development

City Wants to Revamp Atlantic Avenue With Housing, Street Upgrades

The city's proposal aims to enhance community spaces, promote public engagement, and improve local infrastructure with a $24.2 million investment.

Gowanus Is On Track To Become A Mini Copenhagen

Gowanus is transforming into a mini Copenhagen with a unique canal-side esplanade featuring greenery, art, and community spaces.

studioninedots' oostenburg island replan blends industrial heritage with urban density

The Oostenburg transformation combines industrial heritage with high urban density, emphasizing community-driven spaces.

An Bord Pleanala refuses planning permission for 77m scheme in north Dublin due to 5pc arts space demand

The appeals board rejected Walls Construction's planning application due to insufficient community and cultural space provisions in the proposed development.

London's Pocket Parks: Garfield Road Park, TW1

The Twickenham pocket park evolved from a residential area to a simple green space, reflecting changes in urban planning and community use.

SF's Newest Park Just Opened Right Next to Chase Center, Featuring Steel Beams From the Old Bay Bridge

Bayfront Park creatively utilizes materials from the old Bay Bridge, showcasing a blend of history and modern recreation.

City Wants to Revamp Atlantic Avenue With Housing, Street Upgrades

The city's proposal aims to enhance community spaces, promote public engagement, and improve local infrastructure with a $24.2 million investment.

Gowanus Is On Track To Become A Mini Copenhagen

Gowanus is transforming into a mini Copenhagen with a unique canal-side esplanade featuring greenery, art, and community spaces.

studioninedots' oostenburg island replan blends industrial heritage with urban density

The Oostenburg transformation combines industrial heritage with high urban density, emphasizing community-driven spaces.

An Bord Pleanala refuses planning permission for 77m scheme in north Dublin due to 5pc arts space demand

The appeals board rejected Walls Construction's planning application due to insufficient community and cultural space provisions in the proposed development.

London's Pocket Parks: Garfield Road Park, TW1

The Twickenham pocket park evolved from a residential area to a simple green space, reflecting changes in urban planning and community use.

SF's Newest Park Just Opened Right Next to Chase Center, Featuring Steel Beams From the Old Bay Bridge

Bayfront Park creatively utilizes materials from the old Bay Bridge, showcasing a blend of history and modern recreation.

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#residential-design

GE space design draws from eastern tradition to curate modern dwelling in chengdu

The Feng Le Tang residence in Chengdu prioritizes leisure and community, redefining traditional residential design.

brick-layered facade shields zendegi building from harsh sunlight in tehran

Faraman Design's Zendegi Building integrates Persian architectural traditions, creating a functional living space that resonates with cultural heritage.

GE space design draws from eastern tradition to curate modern dwelling in chengdu

The Feng Le Tang residence in Chengdu prioritizes leisure and community, redefining traditional residential design.

brick-layered facade shields zendegi building from harsh sunlight in tehran

Faraman Design's Zendegi Building integrates Persian architectural traditions, creating a functional living space that resonates with cultural heritage.

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A Guide to Turkish Baths-And the Hammams to Visit in Istanbul

Hammams are social equalizers that promote community and shared cultural rituals, transcending mere hygiene.

Fury at plan to turn pub function room into flat - 'There's no other space like it'

The owner of Magdala Tavern seeks to convert a community function space into residential use, sparking opposition from local groups.

Barnes & Noble will open 60 new bookstores in 2025, breaking last year's record as bookstore revival ramps up

Barnes & Noble plans to open at least 60 new stores in 2025, signaling a revival of physical bookstores in America.

#third-places

Where are Chicagoans' favorite 'third places'?

Third places are essential for social interaction and community bonding outside of home and work settings.

Why do we go to coffee shops? It's not just for the hot drinks | Emma Beddington

Cafés are evolving worldwide, reflecting conflicts between traditional community spaces and modern demands for convenience.

Where are Chicagoans' favorite 'third places'?

Third places are essential for social interaction and community bonding outside of home and work settings.

Why do we go to coffee shops? It's not just for the hot drinks | Emma Beddington

Cafés are evolving worldwide, reflecting conflicts between traditional community spaces and modern demands for convenience.

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The London Buzz - 23rd January 2025

Heating issues in Hoxton lead to residents lacking hot water for days.

Violent incident at Argos warehouse in Croydon leaves five injured.

London mayor remains opposed to Heathrow airport expansion.

#cultural-heritage

Historic north London theatres named on 'at risk' register

Many UK theatres are at risk of closure due to structural issues and redevelopment plans.

Historic venues like Tottenham Palace and Intimate Theatre need support to remain community staples.

New fabric sign for the London Museum is made from metal

The iconic fabric nightclub sign will be featured in the upcoming London Museum, celebrating community gathering spaces across the city.

Historic north London theatres named on 'at risk' register

Many UK theatres are at risk of closure due to structural issues and redevelopment plans.

Historic venues like Tottenham Palace and Intimate Theatre need support to remain community staples.

New fabric sign for the London Museum is made from metal

The iconic fabric nightclub sign will be featured in the upcoming London Museum, celebrating community gathering spaces across the city.

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Little Hill Lounge, neighborhood watering hole, showcases lesser known musicians

The Little Hill Lounge has become a vibrant music venue and community hub in the East Bay, revitalizing local music culture post-pandemic.

Resting Chapel / JUNG Architekti

The Resting Chapel promotes contemplation and ecological balance amidst vineyard and solar energy integration, emphasizing innovative land reclamation and community engagement.

Our America: Pride in History 4 celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month with bars, memorials, supermodels

The article highlights the importance of preserving LGBTQ+ history through community spaces, memorials, and celebrations of resilience.

Out Late: The Bush is igniting a lesbian cultural renaissance in Bushwick and beyond

The article details the challenges faced by Justine LaViolette and Nikke Alleyne in creating safer nightlife spaces for women who love women in Brooklyn.

The Best Dive Bars in Portland

Dive bars are essential community spaces offering low prices and unpretentious atmospheres amidst a decline of social spaces in modern society.

#book-bars

Everyone's Going to the Book Bar

The rise of book bars signifies a cultural craving for spaces that foster community and reading amidst modern distractions.

Book Bars Gain Momentum Around New York

Book bars provide a community space for solo reading and low-key conversations, bridging the gap between cafes and traditional libraries.

Everyone's Going to the Book Bar

The rise of book bars signifies a cultural craving for spaces that foster community and reading amidst modern distractions.

Book Bars Gain Momentum Around New York

Book bars provide a community space for solo reading and low-key conversations, bridging the gap between cafes and traditional libraries.

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#london

London streets to close for World Car Free Day

London will close about 200 streets this weekend for World Car Free Day, promoting play and social interaction.

Highgate's 'hidden gem' cafe becomes viral TikTok sensation

Queen's Wood Cafe in Highgate has become a viral sensation known for its charm and as a peaceful escape from city life.

London streets to close for World Car Free Day

London will close about 200 streets this weekend for World Car Free Day, promoting play and social interaction.

Highgate's 'hidden gem' cafe becomes viral TikTok sensation

Queen's Wood Cafe in Highgate has become a viral sensation known for its charm and as a peaceful escape from city life.

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Brooklyn Dominates NYC's 42nd Design Awards With Community-Centered Projects

Brooklyn's projects celebrated innovative design, enhancing public spaces, promoting sustainability, and balancing modern needs with historical preservation at the 42nd Annual Awards for Excellence in Design.

J-House / Malik Architecture

The design seeks to restore meaningful street interactions while addressing the challenges posed by urban high-rise living.

Review | The Black futures of Amaza Lee Meredith, trailblazing modernist architect

Amaza Lee Meredith's life and work are celebrated in the exhibition 'Dear Mazie', which focuses on her pivotal contributions as a Black, queer architect.

Going up: Can Britain's empty department stores be brought back to life?

Department stores are being creatively repurposed into communal spaces, reflecting a hopeful revival in high streets.

Langer's Deli owner is starving for L.A. to clean up MacArthur Park, and thinking of closing

Norm Langer reflects on the loss of MacArthur Park's beauty and the challenges faced by his deli amidst urban decline.

#affordable-housing

District 5 candidates disagree on Parcel K's fate in Hayes Valley

Balancing affordable housing with community spaces is crucial in the District 5 election, particularly concerning the undeveloped Parcel K in Hayes Valley.

Plans revealed for new 23-storey flat block in Woolwich with nearly 250 homes

Proposed development of 23-storey block of flats with 249 homes in Woolwich town center, including community spaces and affordable housing.

District 5 candidates disagree on Parcel K's fate in Hayes Valley

Balancing affordable housing with community spaces is crucial in the District 5 election, particularly concerning the undeveloped Parcel K in Hayes Valley.

Plans revealed for new 23-storey flat block in Woolwich with nearly 250 homes

Proposed development of 23-storey block of flats with 249 homes in Woolwich town center, including community spaces and affordable housing.

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Eco-Friendly Design Concepts at NeoCon 2024: Transforming Workspaces - Yanko Design

NeoCon 2024 focuses on creating spaces fostering community and collaboration while highlighting design, well-being, and sustainability themes.

YouTube Tests New Reddit-Like Community Spaces Feature For Creators and Viewers to Share Posts and Interact - Lindsey Gamble

Community Spaces feature on YouTube enhances creator-community interaction and feedback, akin to Reddit and Facebook Groups.

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#community-spaces#community-spaces

Conference: Parklets Key to Rolling Back Motordom's Takeover of the Streets - Streetsblog San Francisco

tree canopies shade lakeside commercial hub by YIIIE architects in chengdu

Residential Building Elipse / SADAR + VUGA

Building Stronger Communities: The Role of Regional Identity in 7 Multi-Purpose Projects

Foster + Partners Reveals Details of the Euro American Innovation City in Hangzhou, China

Conference: Parklets Key to Rolling Back Motordom's Takeover of the Streets - Streetsblog San Francisco

tree canopies shade lakeside commercial hub by YIIIE architects in chengdu

Residential Building Elipse / SADAR + VUGA

Building Stronger Communities: The Role of Regional Identity in 7 Multi-Purpose Projects

Foster + Partners Reveals Details of the Euro American Innovation City in Hangzhou, China

The hometown magic of 2025 Pritzker Prize winner Liu Jiakun

Liu Jiakun: Get to Know the 2025 Pritzker Winner's Work

Coastal Long Pavilion on Chaishan Island / GN Architects

Visitors Commune with the Forest Canopy in a Four-Story Treehouse in Arkansas

Luxury hotel plans submitted for Custom House

Baan Tectonix House / I Like Design Studio

The hometown magic of 2025 Pritzker Prize winner Liu Jiakun

Liu Jiakun: Get to Know the 2025 Pritzker Winner's Work

Coastal Long Pavilion on Chaishan Island / GN Architects

Visitors Commune with the Forest Canopy in a Four-Story Treehouse in Arkansas

Luxury hotel plans submitted for Custom House

Baan Tectonix House / I Like Design Studio

Go to town! The surprise feelgood effects of walking in the city

British Library confirms 1.1 billion expansion will go ahead - with space for Crossrail 2

Ventilation Tower and Ventilation Shaft / Atelier Z+

Plans to transform community centre into 'urban village' approved

British Library confirms 1.1 billion expansion will go ahead - with space for Crossrail 2

Ventilation Tower and Ventilation Shaft / Atelier Z+

Plans to transform community centre into 'urban village' approved

The Cloud Block Inclusive Housing / INARO Integrated Architecture Office

aluminum facade contrasts with organic garden in iFLYTEK AI headquarters by line+

Kalm Residence / Two Five Five Architects

Uliving Campinas / Branco Meio Amarelo + Isaac Safdie Arquitetura

modular prefab units provide refuge for dogs in serrano + baquero's spanish animal shelter

Meander Residence / Steven Holl Architects

The Cloud Block Inclusive Housing / INARO Integrated Architecture Office

aluminum facade contrasts with organic garden in iFLYTEK AI headquarters by line+

Kalm Residence / Two Five Five Architects

Uliving Campinas / Branco Meio Amarelo + Isaac Safdie Arquitetura

modular prefab units provide refuge for dogs in serrano + baquero's spanish animal shelter

Meander Residence / Steven Holl Architects

The four best parks in Camden for a spring walk

Croydon boxing club struggles to find new space after being evicted

House for Almost Everything / Comte/Meuwly

Takatsuki Arts Theatre / Nikken Sekkei

House for Almost Everything / Comte/Meuwly

Takatsuki Arts Theatre / Nikken Sekkei

COVID upended everyday life. What's stuck around 5 years after lockdown?

19-storey tower with 281 flats could replace Sutton bingo hall after delays

Groupe Scolaire Jean Mace / NTSA Architectes

COVID upended everyday life. What's stuck around 5 years after lockdown?

19-storey tower with 281 flats could replace Sutton bingo hall after delays

Groupe Scolaire Jean Mace / NTSA Architectes

City Wants to Revamp Atlantic Avenue With Housing, Street Upgrades

Gowanus Is On Track To Become A Mini Copenhagen

studioninedots' oostenburg island replan blends industrial heritage with urban density

An Bord Pleanala refuses planning permission for 77m scheme in north Dublin due to 5pc arts space demand

London's Pocket Parks: Garfield Road Park, TW1

SF's Newest Park Just Opened Right Next to Chase Center, Featuring Steel Beams From the Old Bay Bridge

City Wants to Revamp Atlantic Avenue With Housing, Street Upgrades

Gowanus Is On Track To Become A Mini Copenhagen

studioninedots' oostenburg island replan blends industrial heritage with urban density

An Bord Pleanala refuses planning permission for 77m scheme in north Dublin due to 5pc arts space demand

London's Pocket Parks: Garfield Road Park, TW1

SF's Newest Park Just Opened Right Next to Chase Center, Featuring Steel Beams From the Old Bay Bridge

GE space design draws from eastern tradition to curate modern dwelling in chengdu

brick-layered facade shields zendegi building from harsh sunlight in tehran

GE space design draws from eastern tradition to curate modern dwelling in chengdu

brick-layered facade shields zendegi building from harsh sunlight in tehran

A Guide to Turkish Baths-And the Hammams to Visit in Istanbul

Fury at plan to turn pub function room into flat - 'There's no other space like it'

Barnes &amp; Noble will open 60 new bookstores in 2025, breaking last year's record as bookstore revival ramps up

Where are Chicagoans' favorite 'third places'?

Why do we go to coffee shops? It's not just for the hot drinks | Emma Beddington

Where are Chicagoans' favorite 'third places'?

Why do we go to coffee shops? It's not just for the hot drinks | Emma Beddington

The London Buzz - 23rd January 2025

Historic north London theatres named on 'at risk' register

New fabric sign for the London Museum is made from metal

#community-spaces
#community-spaces

Barnes & Noble will open 60 new bookstores in 2025, breaking last year's record as bookstore revival ramps up