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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

In the heart of Shanghai's vibrant Taikoo Li Qiantan—a model urban district developed by Lujiazui Group to integrate fashion, lifestyle, art, and sports—the AVENUE & SON flagship store emerges not merely as a retail space but as a bold cultural and architectural statement.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

The French luxury house Saint Laurent has reopened its flagship boutique in Milan after an extensive renovation, transforming the space into a platform for dialogue between giants of Italian design and elegant Parisian heritage.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

The Boulevard Ahad Rufaidah Project is beginning to take form in the heart of the Asir region. It covers an area of 16,000 square meters along King Abdullah Road in the city of Ahad Rufaidah.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

In the evolving urban fabric of Atlanta, a new architectural landmark demonstrates how structure, materiality, and hospitality can merge into one cohesive design language.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Birdwood House in Brisbane, Australia, represents a thoughtful approach to multigenerational living and sustainable architecture. Designed for a family that wanted to age in place, the home is situated at the base of Mount Coot-tha on a steep and uneven site.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Along the banks of Wadi Hanifa in Diriyah, the Al-Zallal Complex has emerged as a new architectural addition that blends traditional Najdi character with the needs of contemporary life.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Riyadh is moving forward with plans for a high-speed rail line connecting King Salman International Airport, the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), and Qiddiya City. The travel time will be just 30 minutes.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

The urban scene in Georgia is entering a new chapter with the announcement of two landmark developments. These are designed to reshape the connection between the city and its natural surroundings.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Construction has officially begun on the new National Museum of Uzbekistan in Tashkent, a landmark project defined by a bold interplay of geometric forms.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Redefining Value at the London Design Festival

The Bank of England Museum, within its temporary wing, presents a project titled "Rebuilding Value," posing a fundamental question: What makes something worth the value we assign to it?
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

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The Centre Pompidou in Paris, one of the most iconic landmarks of modern architecture, is closing its doors for an extended period. This closure is to undergo a major renovation that will redefine its architectural character and prepare it for the future.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Italy has prepared 15 sports venues to host the Winter Olympic Games. These venues are distributed between the main cities of Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, alongside several alpine locations in the Italian Alps.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Rituals of Handwriting in the Digital Age

Handwriting occupies a unique place in our increasingly digital world, offering a tangible sense of enjoyment and focus that touchscreens and keyboards cannot replicate.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

The biennial festival Exhibit Columbus has returned for its fifth edition, filling the historic center of Columbus, Indiana, with bold architectural installations.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

The new headquarters of the Heartland Whole Health Institute in Bentonville, Arkansas, is a compelling example of architecture that integrates natural forms, local materials, and health-oriented spaces.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Purposeful Architecture Challenging its Context

In the bustling neighborhoods of Islamabad, the Vision Pakistan building stands with its bold concrete form, like an architectural statement carrying a deeper message than just a training center.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

An Architectural Stage for a Three-Dimensional Dialogue

In southern Mexico City, within a concrete home featuring double-height spaces designed by OW Arquitectos, furniture transcends its primary function of providing comfort to become an active mediator in a visual and
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

In an architectural sector that often measures success by the number of employees and the scale of projects, Desai Chia Architecture stands out as an exceptional model that challenges these standards.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Architecture studio Snøhetta has unveiled its design for a striking mixed-use coastal development in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Known as Jesselton Docklands, the project spans 114,000 square metres along the city’s waterfront in northern Borneo.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

After more than six decades of silence, the designs of ceramic arts legend Lucie Rie are awakening. #art #Collection #Masterpiece
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

The "LifeWise" residential project has been launched in a strategic location in New Cairo. It offers an integrated model that combines residential units with expansive green spaces. Moreover, the project emphasizes environmental sustainability in its design.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

A significant urban development, the Galway housing project, is taking shape on the waterfront of Galway’s inner harbour, with plans submitted for 356 residential units on the port lands.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

In the dense urban fabric of Lima, Peru, a new vertical convent stands as a rethinking of a centuries-old building type. This project offers a strikingly modern interpretation of convent life, blending functionality, religious symbolism, and urban engagement.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

Technology is increasingly blurring the line between human capability and digital intelligence.
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ArchUp.net @archup.bsky.social · 21d

In Athens, the European Prize for Architecture was awarded to Palestinian architect Suad Amiry and German architect Patrik Schumacher. This was in recognition of their influential contributions that continue to shape the architectural discourse and practice.
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