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fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago
London food

Tower build may cause 'total loss' of burial ground

Proposed 46-storey building may destroy a 13th Century burial ground and harm the Tower of London UNESCO site.
fromianVisits
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Historic Marble Arch M&S store set for demolition after lengthy battle

The Marks and Spencer at Marble Arch will be demolished and replaced with a larger, modern mixed-use development despite heritage preservation concerns.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago
London

Liverpool Street station: Network Rail abandons controversial 21-storey skyscraper plan for smaller scheme

Controversial skyscraper plans at Liverpool Street station have been replaced with a smaller, heritage-focused development led by Network Rail.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

M&S given green light by Angela Rayner to demolish Oxford Street store

Marks & Spencer can now proceed with plans to demolish and rebuild its flagship store on Oxford Street after a lengthy planning dispute.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Renovation

Toronto's King Street castle is no more and locals aren't happy about it | CBC News

Heritage preservation efforts face scrutiny after the Palace Arms Hotel is demolished, raising concerns over city oversight.
Residents demand better protection for heritage buildings amidst redevelopment projects.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Toronto

Hamilton building collapse at downtown park could've had 'terrifying' consequences, mayor says | CBC News

The collapsed buildings in Hamilton's Gore Park were marked for demolition as early as 2013 but were preserved due to heritage advocacy.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Tower build may cause 'total loss' of burial ground

Proposed 46-storey building may destroy a 13th Century burial ground and harm the Tower of London UNESCO site.
fromianVisits
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Historic Marble Arch M&S store set for demolition after lengthy battle

The Marks and Spencer at Marble Arch will be demolished and replaced with a larger, modern mixed-use development despite heritage preservation concerns.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago
London

Liverpool Street station: Network Rail abandons controversial 21-storey skyscraper plan for smaller scheme

Controversial skyscraper plans at Liverpool Street station have been replaced with a smaller, heritage-focused development led by Network Rail.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

M&S given green light by Angela Rayner to demolish Oxford Street store

Marks & Spencer can now proceed with plans to demolish and rebuild its flagship store on Oxford Street after a lengthy planning dispute.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Renovation

Toronto's King Street castle is no more and locals aren't happy about it | CBC News

Heritage preservation efforts face scrutiny after the Palace Arms Hotel is demolished, raising concerns over city oversight.
Residents demand better protection for heritage buildings amidst redevelopment projects.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Toronto

Hamilton building collapse at downtown park could've had 'terrifying' consequences, mayor says | CBC News

The collapsed buildings in Hamilton's Gore Park were marked for demolition as early as 2013 but were preserved due to heritage advocacy.
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#renovation
Renovation
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

A Grand Comeback for a Grand Seaside Hotel

Hotel del Coronado has completed a major renovation, returning to its historical roots after $550 million and six years of restoration.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago
Renovation

Roxborough House / gh3*

The renovation balances modernization with heritage preservation in a heritage conservation district.
Renovation
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

A Grand Comeback for a Grand Seaside Hotel

Hotel del Coronado has completed a major renovation, returning to its historical roots after $550 million and six years of restoration.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago
Renovation

Roxborough House / gh3*

The renovation balances modernization with heritage preservation in a heritage conservation district.
more#renovation
#sustainability
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago
Renovation

An Yue QianlongGuanzihe Village Agricultural Talent Center / Archermit

The Agricultural Talent Center revitalizes a historic site, supporting local agriculture and community identity.
fromArchDaily
8 months ago
Design

OMA and David Chipperfield Selected Among the 5 Finalists of the British Museum Architecture Competition

The British Museum is revitalizing its Western Range Galleries through a global architectural competition, involving collaborative design and heritage preservation.
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

HER Rehabilitation of Tobacco Factory into Leather Manufacture / TRACKS

The rehabilitation of the former Tobacco Factory enhances its historic value while introducing modern manufacturing capabilities.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Crumbling' 118-year-old library reopens after 1.8m refurbishment

Highgate Library has undergone significant renovations to reduce carbon emissions while preserving its historical integrity, emphasizing sustainable practices in heritage buildings.
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago
Renovation

An Yue QianlongGuanzihe Village Agricultural Talent Center / Archermit

The Agricultural Talent Center revitalizes a historic site, supporting local agriculture and community identity.
fromArchDaily
8 months ago
Design

OMA and David Chipperfield Selected Among the 5 Finalists of the British Museum Architecture Competition

The British Museum is revitalizing its Western Range Galleries through a global architectural competition, involving collaborative design and heritage preservation.
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

HER Rehabilitation of Tobacco Factory into Leather Manufacture / TRACKS

The rehabilitation of the former Tobacco Factory enhances its historic value while introducing modern manufacturing capabilities.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Crumbling' 118-year-old library reopens after 1.8m refurbishment

Highgate Library has undergone significant renovations to reduce carbon emissions while preserving its historical integrity, emphasizing sustainable practices in heritage buildings.
more#sustainability
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Environment

From butterflies to wind turbines, project preserves world's sonic heritage

The Sonic Heritage project preserves the sounds of world heritage sites, emphasizing the importance of auditory experiences alongside visual ones.
#architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Hidden Home / Luigi Rosselli Architects

Heritage buildings can be updated and adapted for modern lifestyles through discreet and respectful design choices.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
7 months ago
Design

belvedere's wooden promenade by collection architectes floats above vineyards in france

The belvedere design harmonizes with the Condrieu landscape and enhances the village's identity.
It combines community space with architectural innovation to boost local tourism.
fromArchDaily
6 months ago
Angular

House With Big Shingles / D'Arcy Jones Architects

The house's design enhances views of the surrounding coastal landscape while accommodating the site's unique geography.
The innovative plan emphasizes a balance between public and private spaces, prioritizing access to nature.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Hidden Home / Luigi Rosselli Architects

Heritage buildings can be updated and adapted for modern lifestyles through discreet and respectful design choices.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
7 months ago
Design

belvedere's wooden promenade by collection architectes floats above vineyards in france

The belvedere design harmonizes with the Condrieu landscape and enhances the village's identity.
It combines community space with architectural innovation to boost local tourism.
fromArchDaily
6 months ago
Angular

House With Big Shingles / D'Arcy Jones Architects

The house's design enhances views of the surrounding coastal landscape while accommodating the site's unique geography.
The innovative plan emphasizes a balance between public and private spaces, prioritizing access to nature.
more#architecture
#woolwich-barracks
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Future of barracks 'must reflect Woolwich history'

Woolwich Barracks, a military base for 250 years, will be redeveloped for housing while preserving its historical significance.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
UK politics

Have your say on Woolwich Barracks redevelopment as Ministry of Defence plans sale

Royal Borough of Greenwich seeks community input on future development of Woolwich Barracks site following MoD's decision to sell.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Future of barracks 'must reflect Woolwich history'

Woolwich Barracks, a military base for 250 years, will be redeveloped for housing while preserving its historical significance.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
UK politics

Have your say on Woolwich Barracks redevelopment as Ministry of Defence plans sale

Royal Borough of Greenwich seeks community input on future development of Woolwich Barracks site following MoD's decision to sell.
more#woolwich-barracks
#restoration
fromArchDaily
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Castelar House / SOLAR

Restoring built heritage involves reinstating a historical state that may never have been realized, incorporating memory and existing structures into contemporary settings.
fromianVisits
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Repairs to Greenwich railway station's historic canopy

Greenwich railway station's historic canopy will be restored with durable materials to enhance longevity and maintain its architectural charm.
fromArchDaily
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Castelar House / SOLAR

Restoring built heritage involves reinstating a historical state that may never have been realized, incorporating memory and existing structures into contemporary settings.
fromianVisits
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Repairs to Greenwich railway station's historic canopy

Greenwich railway station's historic canopy will be restored with durable materials to enhance longevity and maintain its architectural charm.
more#restoration
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 months ago
Writing

Los Angeles wildfires, World Monuments Fund's watch list, a Hokusai drawing manual-podcast

The World Monuments Fund emphasizes safeguarding heritage and raising awareness through its biennial Watch list.
Local artists and cultural institutions suffer significant impacts from environmental disasters like wildfires.
New publication on Hokusai highlights the significance of Japanese art's influence.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 months ago

Brooklyn's Abolitionist History Comes Alive With Every Step

Mama Joy's Abolitionist Walking Tour uncovers Brooklyn's rich history of free Black communities and their role in the abolition of slavery.
fromArchDaily
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Architecture School Montpellier Renovation / Maignial Architectes & Associes

The Montpellier Architecture School renovation exemplifies responsible architecture by balancing heritage preservation with ecological priorities.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
US Elections

Former MP assistant seeks to chug a pint in all 650 UK constituencies in pub campaign

Jay Chan's mission highlights critical challenges for British pubs and proposes reforms to support the hospitality industry.
Writing
fromBrooklyn Eagle
7 months ago

A 9/11 anniversary tradition is handed down to a new generation

Young descendants of 9/11 victims are actively participating in commemorations, symbolizing generational change and a commitment to preserve their families' legacies.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

After Years of Searching, Cambodia Celebrates the Return of Its Gods'

Cambodia has successfully repatriated over 200 stolen cultural artifacts since 2012, emphasizing the importance of preserving national heritage.
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