The Centenary Building, Winner of the First RIBA Stirling Prize, Under Threat of Demolition
The Centenary Building's demolition highlights conflicts between heritage preservation and modern infrastructural needs, raising sustainability concerns.
Paris Apartment That Blends Parisian Heritage + Australian Design
The Hotel de Sagonne renovation harmonizes historical preservation and contemporary design in Paris.
Wood Marsh skillfully merges modern aesthetics with the heritage of the 1668 building.
Le Petit Merlot Blends Heritage With Contemporary Design
Le Petit Merlot harmoniously blends historical preservation with modern design in a Montreal duplex renovation.
brick-screen facade highlights leica store & gallery in revitalized 1950s NYC meat market
Format Architecture Office transforms a 1950s meat market into a modern Leica Store & Gallery, blending historic elements with contemporary design.
snhetta to bring glimmering green cable car stations to koblenz, germany
Snøhetta's design integrates modern architecture with Koblenz's historical context, respecting the UNESCO World Heritage site while enhancing city connectivity.
ROOVICE exposes wooden structure within renovated apartment in tokyo's minato ward
The ROOVICE renovation merges heritage elements with modern design, transforming a 1960s building into a unified commercial space.
The Centenary Building, Winner of the First RIBA Stirling Prize, Under Threat of Demolition
The Centenary Building's demolition highlights conflicts between heritage preservation and modern infrastructural needs, raising sustainability concerns.
Paris Apartment That Blends Parisian Heritage + Australian Design
The Hotel de Sagonne renovation harmonizes historical preservation and contemporary design in Paris.
Wood Marsh skillfully merges modern aesthetics with the heritage of the 1668 building.
Le Petit Merlot Blends Heritage With Contemporary Design
Le Petit Merlot harmoniously blends historical preservation with modern design in a Montreal duplex renovation.
brick-screen facade highlights leica store & gallery in revitalized 1950s NYC meat market
Format Architecture Office transforms a 1950s meat market into a modern Leica Store & Gallery, blending historic elements with contemporary design.
snhetta to bring glimmering green cable car stations to koblenz, germany
Snøhetta's design integrates modern architecture with Koblenz's historical context, respecting the UNESCO World Heritage site while enhancing city connectivity.
ROOVICE exposes wooden structure within renovated apartment in tokyo's minato ward
The ROOVICE renovation merges heritage elements with modern design, transforming a 1960s building into a unified commercial space.
The history of Disneyland's Critter Country from Indian War Canoes to Bayou BBQ
Disneyland is evolving once again, transforming Critter Country into Bayou Country for Princess Tiana's story.
Woman 'living in fear' over lack of insurance for thatched home granted permission to replace roof
The council's refusal of planning permission over fears of altering village aesthetics illustrates the tension between heritage preservation and individual homeowner needs.
Historic arcade at Victoria Station reopens after 1.5m restoration project
The Victoria Station Arcade has reopened following a £1.5 million restoration, preserving its historic features and enhancing its retail offerings.
What's happening to Toronto's commemorative plaques? 18 missing from midtown | CBC News
At least 18 bronze commemorative plaques have vanished in Toronto, raising concerns of theft and lack of tracking for such artifacts.
Man Utd could abandon plans for Old Trafford amid new stadium project - report
Manchester United may fully demolish Old Trafford to build a new, modern stadium, prioritizing excellence in Northern England.
'We weren't told about 'harmful' King's Cross shopping pavilion plans'
Plans to redevelop Coal Drops Yard are facing backlash for insufficient consultation and potential harm to the historic site.
The Tories have left the stage but their toxic cultural legacy is doing an encore | Stewart Lee
Restore Trust is attempting to influence the National Trust with opaque funding and right-leaning agendas.
Tower of London heritage status faces 'real threat'
Historic England warns City of London Corporation's draft policies may threaten Tower of London's World Heritage status.
Crystal Palace Subway restored: First images revealed ahead of public Open Day
The Crystal Palace Subway has been restored and will reopen in time for its 160th anniversary, showcasing community efforts and local heritage preservation.
Tower of London heritage status faces 'real threat'
Historic England warns City of London Corporation's draft policies may threaten Tower of London's World Heritage status.
Crystal Palace Subway restored: First images revealed ahead of public Open Day
The Crystal Palace Subway has been restored and will reopen in time for its 160th anniversary, showcasing community efforts and local heritage preservation.
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.
The Saudi Artists Breathing New Life into Jeddah's Oldest Neighborhood
Al-Balad is evolving from a historic site into a modern cultural hub, blending traditional architecture with contemporary art and community initiatives.
Why the Eiffel Family and Others Don't Like the Plan to Keep Olympic Rings on the Eiffel Tower
Paris plans to keep Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower, sparking debate over heritage preservation and cultural identity.
'This is a farce': heritage activists react as historic mosque in Iraq covered in white plaster
Recent restoration work on the Zumurrud Khatun Mosque has been condemned for compromising its historical integrity.
Minuscule wasps enlisted to fight off moths in new pest control strategy
Entosite parasitoid wasps offer a sustainable pest control solution for delicate textiles in museums by preventing moth reproduction without toxins.
Montreal West Station's Pavilion / Sid Lee Architecture
Combining architectural finesse with neighborhood heritage, Sid Lee Architecture designs a new train station pavilion as a beacon, reflecting and integrating into the community.
mas estela: rai pinto studio transforms catalan winery into red-infused holiday home
The refurbishment of Mas Estela holiday apartments pays homage to winemaking heritage through a blend of historical preservation and contemporary 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.
Minuscule wasps enlisted to fight off moths in new pest control strategy
Entosite parasitoid wasps offer a sustainable pest control solution for delicate textiles in museums by preventing moth reproduction without toxins.
Montreal West Station's Pavilion / Sid Lee Architecture
Combining architectural finesse with neighborhood heritage, Sid Lee Architecture designs a new train station pavilion as a beacon, reflecting and integrating into the community.
mas estela: rai pinto studio transforms catalan winery into red-infused holiday home
The refurbishment of Mas Estela holiday apartments pays homage to winemaking heritage through a blend of historical preservation and contemporary 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.
This London neighbourhood is getting a brand-new 17 million 'cultural quarter'
Waltham Forest Council approves major cultural quarter renovations in Walthamstow, funded by national government's 'levelling up' program.
North America's oldest Chinatown is in San Francisco
Chinatown in San Francisco has a long history dating back to 1849 and has faced challenges such as hostile attitudes and attempts to relocate.
The Chinatown in San Francisco today reflects a blend of Western construction techniques with Chinese motifs, serving as a unique city within a city.
taller mexicano de arquitectura preserves casa deco's original textured stone walls in merida
Casa Deco in Mérida blends heritage preservation and modern functionality.
Leabhran ar bhlathanna seolta ar Inis Meain
Celebrating the rich flora and local language of Inis Meáin through a new book.
ahead of international museum day, explore the year's top museum and gallery unveilings
International Museum Day celebrates museums' crucial role in education and cultural exchange.
Tickets Alert: Take sheep across Southwark Bridge
The ancient right to herd sheep across London bridges is now upheld as a modern tradition for Freemen of the City of London in September.
Germany: Berlin offers up Goebbels' villa for free DW 05/03/2024
Berlin's state government offers to give away or demolish villa once owned by Goebbels if no takers, highlighting the ongoing struggle to handle former Nazi buildings in Germany.
Cody Dock secures funding to restore Thames Ironworks boat
East London's Cody Dock receives funding to restore a historic vessel and construct a heritage center, aiming to preserve industrial history and urban biodiversity.
Greenwich Council sells 1939 Borough Hall to developer for 2.4m
Greenwich Council sold Grade-II listed Borough Hall to developer for 2.475 million, with hopes of celebrating the building's heritage and benefiting the area.
Replacing Westminster gas lamps with LED replicas would be 'cultural vandalism', say Tory MPs
Senior Conservative MPs warn against replacing London's historic gas lamps with LED replicas, calling it cultural vandalism.
Campaigners and politicians argue that the gas lights should be listed to prevent them from being replaced, citing the value of preserving heritage and the ambience they create.
Vintage 1938 Tube train vandalised before heritage trip
Vandalism on a restored 1938 Tube train led to a heritage event cancellation, causing disappointment and damage to an iconic vehicle.
Wembley murals to remain covered by adverts
Tiled murals at Wembley Stadium covered by adverts despite residents' request to display them.
Studio MacLean's Live-Work Quarters in a Salvaged Stone Building in the Cotsworlds
The MacLean family transformed an old stone property into a unique living and working space in Cotswolds, preserving its heritage with a modern touch.
TIMM architecture transforms a tbilisi attic into this contemporary 'birdsnest house'
Preserving heritage while creating contemporary living spaces.
The Anaheim Ducks' revived logo is more than just fan service
A sports team's logo should honor heritage while embracing a modern twist for fan approval.
Barons Court station repairs approved by council
Barons Court station in London, built in 1904, is set for repairs and redecoration to maintain its heritage and enhance authenticity.
alvaro siza expands monastery and culture center in porto with modernist concrete courtyard
The Foundation Livraria Lello revitalized the Monastery of Leça do Balio with an extension by renowned architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, creating a harmonious blend of heritage and modernist design.
Sa Taronja House / beef architekti
Transforming a former chicken farm into an art space and cultural center preserves its heritage and enriches the community.