#restoration

#restoration

The restored cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris is to feature on new €2 coins commissioned by the French national mint, it has been revealed. The Monnaie de Paris (national mint) has commissioned a new design for the €2 coin - the facade of the restored Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris. Badly damaged by fire in April 2019, the cathedral reopened in December 2024 after a five-year restoration project.

A one-night-only preview of Cam 5 of the Castro Street Cam took place on October 31, 2025, capturing Halloween celebrations that coincided this year with the Castro Night Market. This new Cam-highlighting The Castro -will become a permanent part of the Castro Street Cam system in early 2026, revealing the grand opening of the theatre and venue, and allowing anyone in the world to connect to this historic landmark and neighborhood.

The Bay Area is more than halfway toward its goal of restoring 100,000 acres of tidal wetlands, which are a natural buffer to floodwaters from future sea level rise.

Text description provided by the architects. The Crismina fort is one of the three XVIII century forts of the old defense line of the coast of Cascais, following the conflict between Portugal and Spain. This fortified structure is mainly an empty space, fenced by walls, partly deteriorated by wind erosion and other atmospheric phenomena. The walls have different heights and thickness defining an irregular polygon.

The two-week restoration project aims to repair and renovate the deck, masts, tubs and smokestacks of the Red Oak Victory as part of the Victory Ship Revival initiative.

The London Museum of Water and Steam is crowdfunding to re-open its 1867-built standpipe, the tallest in London and a unique Victorian landmark.

The Grade I listed North Wing at Barts Hospital, built in 1730-32, will open after extensive restoration work, welcoming the public beginning October 6, 2025.

One of the best films of 2024 has been given the Janus Contemporaries treatment, an interesting development that has sparked a bit of controversy recently.

St. Peter's Church, known locally as "the black church," stands in the heart of Thetford and dates to the 14th century, recognized as a Grade II listed site.

Popular stories this week include the restoration of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch, Midwood co-op listings, and updates on Brooklyn real estate and rentals.

After a five-month closure, the Eames House reopens to the public, offering access to the couple’s personal studio for the first time.

The Penico archaeological site has been identified as a vital trading centre connecting early Pacific coastal communities with those in the Andes and Amazon regions.

The Gashaka-Gumti National Park faces significant environmental challenges from illegal logging, poaching, uncontrolled grazing, and bush clearing, jeopardizing its wildlife and plants.

At the July 5 ceremony, KVIFF's Executive Director Kryštof Mucha presented Douglas with an updated Crystal Globe trophy, with Douglas humorously quipping, 'I've been upgraded.'

The restoration confirmed previous reports that Raphael wished to paint imagery directly onto the walls of the four rooms. Two female figures, uncovered during a previous restoration and attributed to Raphael, were found to be painted in this way-supporting the fact they are indeed by the master.

The Mediterranean-inspired house was a daunting project but offered incredible potential, showcasing the couple's commitment to restoration and design excellence.

“If we hadn't just done all that work to restore the ceiling, my family and the artists and I would've been more than likely decimated.”

The empty premises have been described as being in a "poor state of disrepair and an eyesore in the local area," necessitating the restoration for community benefit.

The Seddülbahir Fortress, built in the mid-17th century, protected the Dardanelles and survived significant historical events until its restoration began in 1997.

The restoration of Azul, a 1977 T2 Bus, symbolizes hope and resilience after the Malibu wildfires, reminding us of community strength.

The National Trust for Scotland's extensive restoration of Canna House reflects a commitment to preserving Gaelic culture and providing a welcoming experience for visitors.