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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

In my apartment block's Room of Unlimited Magical Recycling Possibilities' I found not just freebies, but friends

The magic room was a community effort, maintained by many residents volunteering their time to keep it well organised and running smoothly. I often saw my neighbour, Wendy Showyin, when I stopped by.
Renovation
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Lots' of potential: Menin says City Council will launch advisory group to cut red tape, develop small vacant sites for new housing | amNewYork

"We're talking about revitalizing our neighborhoods and rebuilding our communities that are facing blight and abandonment. We're also talking about adding tax dollars to our revenue stream and creating new economic opportunities."
East Bay real estate
Boston
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Boston Council Proposes Eliminating Residential Parking Minimums Citywide

Ending residential parking minimums in Boston could increase housing viability and reshape urban development.
#sustainability
Environment
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Ideology of Performance: Sustainability and the Limits of Efficiency

Sustainability in the built environment focuses on optimizing consumption rather than reducing it, leading to continued resource consumption growth.
Berlin
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

That's Not an Aspen Forest, It's a Groundbreaking Hotel

Populus Denver is the first carbon-positive hotel in the U.S., emphasizing sustainability in its design and operations.
Environment
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Ideology of Performance: Sustainability and the Limits of Efficiency

Sustainability in the built environment focuses on optimizing consumption rather than reducing it, leading to continued resource consumption growth.
Berlin
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

That's Not an Aspen Forest, It's a Groundbreaking Hotel

Populus Denver is the first carbon-positive hotel in the U.S., emphasizing sustainability in its design and operations.
Yoga
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

Basic Space: Designed for Calm, Built for Community

Basic Space in Camberwell is an inviting yoga studio designed to foster inclusivity and community through its thoughtful architecture and materials.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on toilets: public spaces need public conveniences | Editorial

Public toilet availability in England has decreased by 14% over the last decade, impacting social equality and hygiene.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Construction starts to redesign Madison Avenue bus lanes | amNewYork

Construction is underway to extend double bus lanes on Madison Avenue, improving bus speed and reliability for 92,000 daily riders.
#architecture
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Moksha House / SAW // Spiegel Aihara Workshop

Moksha is an architectural project in Portola Valley, designed to harmonize with its dramatic landscape and showcase expressive material forms.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Building Lightness Through Glass and Frames

Architecture has evolved from a focus on weight and permanence to a pursuit of lightness and continuity between interior and exterior spaces.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Moksha House / SAW // Spiegel Aihara Workshop

Moksha is an architectural project in Portola Valley, designed to harmonize with its dramatic landscape and showcase expressive material forms.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Building Lightness Through Glass and Frames

Architecture has evolved from a focus on weight and permanence to a pursuit of lightness and continuity between interior and exterior spaces.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Real estate
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

How integrated fans and lighting are shaping comfort, design and efficiency in hospitality businesses

Premium indoor ceiling fans and lighting solutions enhance guest comfort and operational efficiency in hospitality venues.
UX design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Moving Beyond Metrics Toward Neuroinclusive Daylighting

Neurodivergent individuals experience discomfort from sensory stimuli, necessitating thoughtful architectural design to enhance cognitive comfort through effective daylighting strategies.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Just Approved: Patience, timing, and strategy: A dream realized against the odds

A determined buyer successfully navigated the CalHFA Dream program to secure a home with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
fromwww.thesanjoseblog.com
1 day ago

Throne Smart Restroom in Arena Green West Near SAP Center

The Throne unit arrived in Guadalupe River Park directly across from SAP Center and delivered a clean, efficient experience for park visitors and event crowds.
Roam Research
#interior-design
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago
Remodel

3 Pro Tips for Trying This Season's Biggest Home Trends

Bold colors are trending in design, but should be used as accents rather than dominant shades.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago
Design

4 interior design trends that are in right now and 3 that are out, according to designers

Natural elements and colorful accents are trending in interior design, while minimalist styles are declining.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

3 Pro Tips for Trying This Season's Biggest Home Trends

Bold colors are trending in design, but should be used as accents rather than dominant shades.
Design
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

4 interior design trends that are in right now and 3 that are out, according to designers

Natural elements and colorful accents are trending in interior design, while minimalist styles are declining.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

San Mateo overhauls dangerous intersection to better protect pedestrians, cyclists

Safety improvements at a dangerous San Mateo intersection include protected bike lanes, new signals, and enhanced pedestrian crossings.
NYC real estate
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

The "Two Wall Rule" Makes Sure I'll Never Live In a Dark, Stuffy Apartment Again

Renting an apartment sight unseen can lead to pleasant surprises, such as abundant natural light and a bright living space.
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Portland Moves To Shake Up Transportation Funding With New Utility Fee - Portland Mercury

"Over the last year, our committee set out to learn about asset management and the state of one of our most important assets, which is our streets and our roads. We learned that our streets are riddled with potholes, and many of the streets are failing. The condition has worsened over the last five years. We learned that if we do not act now to address the degradation of our streets, it will continue to worsen."
Portland
fromThesanjoseblog
2 days ago

Arena Green Park Receives Major Makeover Next to SAP Center

The city directed $1.1 million into the project while the San Jose Sharks contributed $200,000 to help activate this key green space and strengthen connections across downtown neighborhoods.
San Jose Sharks
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Proposed IBX Will Dramatically Reduce Emissions, MTA Says

The MTA is engaging the public for the IBX light rail project, aiming to reduce vehicle miles and greenhouse gas emissions in Brooklyn and Queens.
London
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

A new 14-mile 'nature corridor' will transform four boroughs in east London

A 14-mile nature corridor in London aims to enhance wildlife movement and biodiversity through interconnected green spaces.
#hybrid-work
fromFacility Executive Magazine
4 days ago
Remote teams

Doing More With Less Workspace Design - Facility Executive Magazine

Facility teams must adapt to hybrid work by increasing functionality without expanding space or budget.
fromwww.facilitiesdive.com
2 months ago
Real estate

All eyes on utilization: How CRE leaders are rethinking building space

Hybrid work and optimized space strategies raised global average building utilization to 53% in 2025, increasing peak occupancy and normalizing desk sharing.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Greens promise 'affordable' leases to help High Streets

The Green Party plans to revive high streets by creating affordable leases for local businesses and using compulsory purchase orders for empty shops.
#congestion-pricing
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

Earth Day gift: Congestion pricing tolls to help fund truck fleet makeover in NYC

Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Earth Day gift: Congestion pricing tolls to help fund truck fleet makeover in NYC

Congestion pricing tolls will fund the replacement of older diesel trucks with cleaner vehicles in NYC, improving air quality and reducing emissions.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: Having a Cow Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul proposed a deal to drop changes to joint and several liability in exchange for support on her car insurance premium cut proposal.
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

The housing trend reinventing the California suburbs

Megan Keithly's experience reflects a growing trend where new homeowners prioritize living near working farms, engaging in activities like making homemade diaper cream from local ingredients.
Agriculture
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Key steps you can take to avoid asset wastage

Adopting a one-world, many-mindsets approach enhances localization, saving costs and preventing asset wastage in global marketing campaigns.
Silicon Valley
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Op-ed: Say no to commercial advertising on San Jose's downtown sidewalks - San Jose Spotlight

Wayfinding signs in San Jose are criticized for duplicating smartphone information and failing to generate significant revenue despite city support.
Arts
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Scenery Bags is transforming Broadway's trash into treasure this Earth Day | amNewYork

Scenery Bags transforms discarded Broadway materials into eco-friendly fashion and home items, reducing waste and preserving performance history.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 days ago

Mathematicians found out why waiting for the elevator takes forever

Elevators in tall buildings often go in the opposite direction of the desired floor, as observed by physicists George Gamow and Marvin Stern.
East Bay food
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Richmond Buzz: Openings, closings, and composting

Richmond Buzz expands with dedicated webpage and highlights local events including Balboa Theater's 100th anniversary and upcoming music shows.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Data center disputes have been local. But the midterms might change that

Data centers are crucial for economic growth but face community opposition due to environmental and cost concerns.
fromInfoWorld
4 days ago

What the modern leadership shift means for architects like me

The CIOs I most want to work with are the ones who haven't abandoned either role. They're genuinely curious about how the infrastructure works, not just what it delivers.
Careers
#housing-policy
East Bay real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
12 hours ago

Campbell council closes housing development loophole - San Jose Spotlight

Campbell residents partially succeeded in closing a loophole allowing multifamily developments on occupied lots, but existing projects remain approved.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
East Bay real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
12 hours ago

Campbell council closes housing development loophole - San Jose Spotlight

Campbell residents partially succeeded in closing a loophole allowing multifamily developments on occupied lots, but existing projects remain approved.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Explainer: New simplified BER system to be rolled out in Ireland - what does it mean and how will it affect me?

A new 'A0' class for low-emission homes will be introduced, enhancing energy performance ratings under the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive.
#wood-quay
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Council sets aside 10m for work on existing offices despite plans to demolish Wood Quay complex

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, yet allocates €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Council sets aside 10m for work on Wood Quay office HQ due for demolition

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, despite allocating €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Council sets aside 10m for work on existing offices despite plans to demolish Wood Quay complex

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, yet allocates €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Council sets aside 10m for work on Wood Quay office HQ due for demolition

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, despite allocating €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
California
fromStreetsblog California
1 week ago

Legislation Moving to Make It Easier to Build High-Rises Near Transit in CA's Seven Largest Cities - Streetsblog California

Assembly Bill 2074 aims to facilitate high-rise housing near transit hubs in California's largest cities by streamlining approval processes.
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 days ago

How NYC Is Scaling Its Climate Agenda

New York City is expanding climate investments in public housing while green infrastructure projects remain unfinished and concentrated in Brooklyn.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin advocates for proactive land use planning to address housing and affordability issues.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
#affordable-housing
fromSFGATE
2 days ago
LA real estate

L.A. Redrew Its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee Map Into Smaller Neighborhood Zones. Here's What's Next

LA real estate
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

L.A. Redrew Its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee Map Into Smaller Neighborhood Zones. Here's What's Next

Los Angeles has updated its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee maps, affecting project fees and requirements based on new neighborhood-based zones.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 days ago

Starting At $788 For A Studio, Affordable Apartments Break Ground In Brooklyn

A new affordable housing development in Cypress Hills will provide 213 units, including supportive housing and community space, near transit access.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
#urban-ecology
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Modular house falls off truck during I-495 crash

A modular home fell onto Interstate 495 during a three-vehicle crash, causing significant delays but no injuries.
Berlin
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

A New Centre Pompidou in Seoul and the UN House of No Waste (HW) Competition Winners: This Week's Review

International Mother Earth Day emphasizes rethinking the built environment's relationship with nature, highlighting urban rewilding and sustainable design practices.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

For Earth Day, the Trump Administration Wants To Expand Highways Across America - Streetsblog USA

Expanding roadway capacity is a misguided approach to reducing traffic congestion, leading to increased pollution and fiscal waste.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Monterey Park, California has banned any data centers within its city limits

Monterey Park has permanently banned data center construction, citing public nuisance concerns and community pushback against a proposed facility.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
4 days ago

Where Have All the Normal Windows Gone?

Large windows in new builds are popular but come with practical drawbacks like limited ventilation and difficulty finding suitable curtains.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Mountain View shelves plan that could displace RV dwellers - San Jose Spotlight

Councilmember Lucas Ramirez raised concerns that the bike lanes were being used as a pretext for getting rid of the RVs, leading to the decision to shelve the project.
East Bay real estate
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

That Widely Misrepresented E-Mobility Study Actually Reveals Need For Safer Streets, Not Hysteria - Streetsblog New York City

Safer street design is essential to reduce injuries from biking and electric micromobility, not restrictive laws.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

We made flying nearly collision-proof decades ago. Why are intersections still so dangerous?

The real problem is infrastructure, not vehicle safety. Roadways are open systems with infinite variables—weather, pedestrians, distracted drivers, and aging infrastructure. Communication between vehicles is minimal, and infrastructure is largely silent—and in that gap lies the potential for deadly collisions.
Alternative transportation
#palo-alto
LA real estate
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Council OKs seven-story building over traffic concerns

Palo Alto City Council approved a seven-story, 321-unit apartment building despite community concerns about traffic and safety.
LA real estate
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Council OKs seven-story building over traffic concerns

Palo Alto City Council approved a seven-story, 321-unit apartment building despite community concerns about traffic and safety.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Podium-Tower Urbanism in Southeast Asia: Density, Management, and the Disappearing Street

The podium-tower is a hybrid structure consisting of a high-coverage, low-rise podium supporting one or more slender vertical towers, maximizing urban density while maintaining a 'human-scaled' street wall.
Design
#landscaping
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago
Renovation

Our Backyard Was A "Muddy Mess," Now It's a Green and Serene Sanctuary

Re-sodding the yard was necessary to improve quality of life and address muddy conditions caused by dogs and changing seasons.
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

Our Backyard Was A "Muddy Mess," Now It's a Green and Serene Sanctuary

Re-sodding the yard was necessary to improve quality of life and address muddy conditions caused by dogs and changing seasons.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Fairway or driveway? The furious debate over building houses on golf courses

Protesters oppose a housing development on Enderby Golf Course, emphasizing the need to preserve green spaces and affordable housing.
Austin
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
Design
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Light Structures, Heavy Footprints? The Environmental Paradox of Lightweight Materials

Richard Serra's sculptures create a sense of lightness through the organization of mass, transforming weight into dynamic spatial experiences.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Exclusive: Mamdani Picks Construction Chief Eager to Speed Up Street Redesigns - Streetsblog New York City

Paul Ochoa aims to expedite New York City's Department of Design and Construction projects to improve transportation infrastructure.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Opinion: Don't Design Grand Army Plaza For 2007 - Build It For The Future - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza's redesign aims to transform it into a significant urban space for Brooklyn's future, inspired by visionary leadership and advocacy.
#residential-architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
New York City
fromQNS
3 days ago

Mamdani unveils NYCHA's 2026 sustainability agenda during Earth Day visit to Woodside Houses - QNS

NYCHA's 2026 sustainability agenda includes electric vehicle stations, eco-friendly stoves, and improved heating systems for better living conditions.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

House & Office SH / 1-1 Architects

A construction company in Nagoya is repurposing unused timber from its warehouses for a new office and residence.
Design
fromArchitectural Digest
3 days ago

Is Your Home Missing an It Factor? It May Need More Dec-Aura Points

A home's aura is defined by collected, layered interiors that tell a story and create a sophisticated, inviting atmosphere.
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

Why Do We Want to Float? The Psychology of Lightness in Architecture

In 1962, the architect Buckminster Fuller envisioned a floating city that would free humanity from its dependence on the Earth. The speculative project consisted of enormous geodesic spheres that would naturally levitate in air warmed by the sun and be anchored to mountaintops.
Design
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

A modular player scales in urban high-rise apartment projects

Modular housing is gaining traction in multifamily construction, particularly in urban areas with high costs and labor constraints.
New York City
fromCurbed
2 weeks ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why urban planners should strive for 'the photo album standard'

My family had Slide Show Night when I was growing up. Not every Saturday, but a whole bunch of Saturdays. Either my sister or I would be in charge of setting up the projector, the screen, and loading the carousel. During the show, there'd be a few landscapes or skylines taken during vacations, but almost all the shots were up close. Like most dads, mine wasn't a professional photographer, but he did a good job of capturing memory triggers: faces, gestures, and decorations.
Photography
fromForbes
2 months ago

Transit-Oriented Housing On Track For Continued Growth

Once a nice-to-have niche urban design concept, TOD has become an essential part of many urban neighborhoods. It has helped address the shortage of housing by enabling the development of higher-density residential communities near transit stations. It has helped revitalize countless once-deteriorating or static urban enclaves near transit hubs by activating sidewalks near the developments. And it has spurred walking and transit use, enabling residents of TODs to reduce or eliminate automobile dependency.
Real estate
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