ArchDaily Team

Discover Milan’s Architectural Gems With This Interactive City Guide

April 17, 2024

Milan stands as a beacon of mainstream fashion and economic vitality, drawing visitors from around the globe. As Italy’s second most populous city, it serves as the stage for some of the world’s premier fashion and design events. To kick off the 62nd edition of Milan Design Week, we partnered with Felt to create an interactive map highlighting some of the city’s most iconic tourist attractions, as well as contemporary landmarks designed by renowned local and international architects such as Aldo Rossi, Gio Ponti, Stefano Boeri, Mario Cucinella, Zaha Hadid, Grafton Architects, Herzog & de Meuron, and Foster and Partners, amongst others.

Meet the winners of the ArchDaily Brasil 2024 Building of the Year Award

April 04, 2024

Last week, we announced the 15 finalists for the 2024 ArchDaily Brasil Building of the Year Award, which celebrates the best of Lusophone architecture, inviting our readers to choose their favorite projects built in Portuguese-speaking countries. The day has come to announce the winners of ODA 2024.

The 2024 Building of the Year Award is presented by Dornbracht, an internationally renowned brand specialized in kitchen and bathroom products.

Parametric Architecture April Workshops

March 23, 2024

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming April workshops in collaboration with our ArchDaily Supporters partner, Parametric Architecture. These workshops have been thoughtfully curated to empower architects, designers, and enthusiasts by providing them with the latest insights and skills in the dynamic realm of parametric design. Guided by industry experts and visionaries, these immersive sessions will explore cutting-edge techniques, innovative tools, and practical applications, creating an inspiring and dynamic learning environment where participants can take their design expertise to unprecedented levels.

As a token of our appreciation, ArchDaily Supporters will be entitled to exclusive benefits, including special discounts on any of the workshops offered by Parametric Architecture and one complimentary monthly workshop. Your commitment to advancing architectural innovation seamlessly aligns with the enriching experiences that these workshops promise to deliver. Stay tuned for more information on how you can fully unlock your creative potential and embark on an exciting journey of design exploration in April.

Felt: A Tool That Will Revolutionize Mapping for Architects and Urban Practitioners

March 19, 2024

Sightseeing is an activity closely intertwined with architecture and cities. So much is that Guiliana Bruno adapts the term to site-seeing in her comprehensive book Atlas of Emotions: Journeys in Art, Architecture and Film, emphasizing the link between tourism and the urban landscape. Traveling and exploring new places is not something only architects like, it's among the most enjoyable activities for anyone. It's no coincidence that city guides are consistently among the most visited articles on ArchDaily, offering curated collections of iconic buildings for people to explore.

Now, some of our most popular city guides will not only provide a list of buildings, but also feature interactive maps that position each of the architectural masterpieces within the territory. Powered by Felt, these maps cater to the needs of the architects and curious travelers alike.

12th World Urban Forum debates local action for sustainable cities and communities

March 14, 2024

Under the theme “It All Starts at Home: Local Actions for Sustainable Cities and Communities,” the 12th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12) will be held in Cairo, Egypt, from November 4 to 8, 2024. The conference returns to the African continent more than 20 years after its inaugural edition in Nairobi, Kenya, in 2002.

Convened by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) and co-organized with the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt, the event is the premier global conference on the future of cities. The sessions will take place at the Egypt International Exhibition Center and will be broadcast online for free.

ArchDaily Brasil 2024 Building of the Year Award: Voting Now Open

March 12, 2024

The 8th edition of the ArchDaily Brasil Building of the Year award has arrived, and once again we need your help to select the best architectural projects of the year. By voting, you become part of an unbiased network of jurors recognizing the most relevant projects published last year.

Call for ArchDaily Interns: Projects Team 2024

March 07, 2024

Once again, ArchDaily is looking for a proactive and curious architecture enthusiast to join our team of interns in 2024. As a Projects Intern, you will be part of the team in charge of curating and coordinating all built project publications on ArchDaily. The team searches for worldwide built works to add to a database based on their contribution to architecture development and/or their usefulness to the profession. The Projects Team maintains a global network of contacts, generating strong communication with architects to create, maintain, and grow a global architectural community.

Parametric Architecture March Workshops

February 26, 2024

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming March workshops in collaboration with our ArchDaily Supporters partner, Parametric Architecture. These workshops have been thoughtfully curated to empower architects, designers, and enthusiasts by providing them with the latest insights and skills in the dynamic realm of parametric design. Guided by industry experts and visionaries, these immersive sessions will explore cutting-edge techniques, innovative tools, and practical applications, creating an inspiring and dynamic learning environment where participants can take their design expertise to unprecedented levels.

As a token of our appreciation, ArchDaily Supporters will be entitled to exclusive benefits, including special discounts on any of the workshops offered by Parametric Architecture and one complimentary monthly workshop. Your commitment to advancing architectural innovation seamlessly aligns with the enriching experiences that these workshops promise to deliver. Stay tuned for more information on how you can fully unlock your creative potential and embark on an exciting journey of design exploration in March.

Exploring Versatility: Residential Renovations at Oscar Niemeyer's Copan Building in São Paulo

Subscriber Access | February 19, 2024

The landscape of downtown São Paulo would not be the same without the presence of Copan. The building inserts Niemeyer's curves into São Paulo's dense verticality, creating a distinctive rhythm that becomes a landmark for all who encounter it. Besides accommodating around five thousand residents, the building serves various purposes, offering different typologies for its residential programs, varying apartment sizes, and prioritizing diversity among its tenants. Differences also emerge when we examine how each person inhabits a standard floor plan; renovations proposing distinct finishes and new layouts reflect the character of each resident but also showcase the inventiveness of the architects intervening in this classic structure. Thus, we gather here projects realized within this icon to demonstrate how each home is unique, even when created in series.

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The Rise of Metal: Blending Industrial Aesthetics with Other Textures

Subscriber Access | February 07, 2024

Often associated with an industrial aesthetic, metal has become more prevalent in residential and commercial architecture. Its reflective quality has broadened the scope of texture and color combinations, giving rise to a fresh aesthetic for interior design. Consequently, architects and designers increasingly incorporate metallic surfaces to define floors, benches, and other furniture elements, thereby defining spatial layouts and infusing them with a contemporary vibe. To inspire this trend, we explore various methods for incorporating aluminum or similar materials into your space.

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Teatro Oficina Has Its Architectural Heritage Violated

February 05, 2024

According to members of Teatro Oficina, on the morning of Monday, February 5, 2024, the theater designed by Lina Bo Bardi and Edson Elito "was taken by surprise by a heavy-handed action to block the alleyway arches, carried out by the Silvio Santos Group."

Parametric Architecture February Workshops

February 01, 2024

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming February workshops in collaboration with our ArchDaily Supporters partner, Parametric Architecture. These workshops have been thoughtfully curated to empower architects, designers, and enthusiasts by providing them with the latest insights and skills in the dynamic realm of parametric design. Guided by industry experts and visionaries, these immersive sessions will explore cutting-edge techniques, innovative tools, and practical applications, creating an inspiring and dynamic learning environment where participants can take their design expertise to unprecedented levels.

As a token of our appreciation, ArchDaily Supporters will be entitled to exclusive benefits, including special discounts on any of the workshops offered by Parametric Architecture and one complimentary monthly workshop. Your commitment to advancing architectural innovation seamlessly aligns with the enriching experiences that these workshops promise to deliver. Stay tuned for more information on how you can fully unlock your creative potential and embark on an exciting journey of design exploration in February.

How to Paint Your Bathroom?

Subscriber Access | January 31, 2024

Give your bathroom a fresh look with a modest investment, avoiding the hassle of extensive construction. Transform the space by adding plants, reconsidering lighting, or experimenting with new colors. If opting for a color change, explore painting the walls or tiles to revitalize the environment. To assist you in this endeavor, we present the perfect paints for the job along with inspiring projects to spark your creativity

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StavKirker: Explore the Medieval Wooden Churches of Norway

Subscriber Access | January 25, 2024

In Norway, the Medieval Churches, known as "StavKirker" (in Norwegian, "Stav" refers to a type of wooden column, and "Kirker" means church), stand out as iconic structures. They emerged in the 11th century following the country's conversion to Christianity, reflecting Norwegian expertise in ship carpentry inherited from the Vikings. This expertise transformed wooden construction, innovating woodcraft techniques and turning these buildings into aesthetically significant compositions.

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Parametric Architecture January Workshops

January 04, 2024

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming January workshops in collaboration with our ArchDaily Supporters partner, Parametric Architecture. These workshops have been thoughtfully curated to empower architects, designers, and enthusiasts by providing them with the latest insights and skills in the dynamic realm of parametric design. Guided by industry experts and visionaries, these immersive sessions will explore cutting-edge techniques, innovative tools, and practical applications, creating an inspiring and dynamic learning environment where participants can take their design expertise to unprecedented levels.

Vinyl Flooring: An Affordable and Versatile Option for Your Construction

Subscriber Access | January 01, 2024

One of the most popular choices in the construction market, vinyl flooring has various characteristics that have elevated it to this level. Composed mainly of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) - and with other additives, depending on its production, such as plasticizers, fiberglass, resins, and/or minerals - it is a durable, affordable, and easily installable material that can be applied in a variety of environments.

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The 126 Best Architecture Books

Subscriber Access | December 30, 2023

Architecture has deep wells of research, thought, and theory that are unseen on the surface of a structure. For practitioners, citizens interested, and students alike, books on architecture offer invaluable context to the profession, be it practical, inspirational, academic, or otherwise. So, for those of you looking to expand your bookshelf (or confirm your own tastes), ArchDaily has gathered a broad list of architectural books that we consider of interest to those in the field.

In compiling this list, we sought out titles from different backgrounds with the aim of revealing divergent cultural contexts. From essays to monographs, urban theory to graphic novels, each of the following either engage directly with or flirt on the edges of architecture.

The books on this list were chosen by our editors, and are categorized loosely by type. Read on to see the books we consider valuable to anyone interested in architecture.

How to Hide the Air Conditioning?

Subscriber Access | December 28, 2023

As temperatures rise, the demand for air conditioning is on the upswing. Recognizing its near indispensability in modern life, we seek more energy-efficient options in response to the climate crisis while considering how architects and designers can integrate these units discreetly into rooms. The challenge is to keep their primary function, cooling the environment, without drawing too much attention. In this context, we've compiled some tips on concealing air conditioning units to ensure a harmonious overall composition in the space.

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