Architecture News
Architecture news moves fast, and this category keeps you on top of it. illustrarch reports on new projects, competition results, industry shifts, and notable openings from around the world. Check back regularly for clear, concise updates on the buildings and ideas everyone in the field is talking about.
African Futures Institute Opens Permanent Home in Accra Warehouse
Lesley Lokko's African Futures Institute converts an Accra tile warehouse into a permanent headquarters and public venue.
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People’s Theatre Opens Permanent Inwood Home After 18 Years
WORKac's ramp-driven design gives Mino Lora's People's Theatre its first permanent home in Inwood, now the largest Latino-run theater in New York State.
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Grimshaw’s Auckland City Rail Link Stations Open Weaving in Māori Design Language
Grimshaw's three City Rail Link stations open in Auckland, built with Mana Whenua under Māori design principles.
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Allies and Morrison Win Approval to Restore Barbican Sculpture Court
City of London Corporation approves Allies and Morrison's plan to restore the Barbican's Sculpture Court by 2030.
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Will Forma Replace Revit? Autodesk Finally Answers
Autodesk's own FAQ says Forma will replace Revit over time, as it details AI plans including a standalone Assistant due in 2027.
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How HKS Made Astra Tower, Utah’s Tallest Building, Feel Local
Astra Tower, Utah's tallest building since it opened in May 2025, takes its cues from Salt Lake City: a glinting GFRC skin, air-quality...
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Manipal University Team Turns Treated Sewage Into Stronger Biochar Concrete
Manipal University Jaipur researchers find biochar from treated sewage can strengthen concrete, with a 5% cement swap performing best overall.
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Ahmedabad Civic Body Plans 3D Digital Twin of Entire City
AMC plans a 625 sq km GIS survey giving 25 lakh properties digital IDs and mapping 5,200 km each of roads and utilities.
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