ArchDaily | Broadcasting Architecture Worldwide https://www.archdaily.com/ Thu, 9 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://assets.adsttc.com/doodles/archdaily-logo-feedly.svg 026CB6 https://www.archdaily.com/1035639/dialogue-with-the-code-calibrating-standards-for-adaptive-reuse-to-thrive Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Jonathan Yeung https://www.archdaily.com/1035639/dialogue-with-the-code-calibrating-standards-for-adaptive-reuse-to-thrive There is growing awareness around sustainability—and the environmental cost of prematurely demolishing safe, structurally sound buildings only to replace them with new construction. In the broader race to reduce carbon emissions, corporations and institutions are placing greater emphasis on ESG performance (environmental impact, social responsibility, and governance). Many now require carbon accounting, set "carbon-neutral" targets, or purchase carbon credits to offset footprints.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1030730/designing-the-future-again-what-the-55-year-return-of-the-world-expo-to-osaka-reveals Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Jonathan Yeung https://www.archdaily.com/1030730/designing-the-future-again-what-the-55-year-return-of-the-world-expo-to-osaka-reveals The 2025 Osaka Expo has captured widespread attention—not only for its architectural ambition and spectacle, but also for breaking records and generating controversy. Its most iconic feature, a monumental timber ring designed by Sou Fujimoto, has already made headlines as a Guinness World Record-breaking wooden structure. Built on the reclaimed island of Yumeshima, the site has attracted praise and critique in equal measure. Beyond its awe-inspiring 2-kilometer circumference—parts of which extend dramatically over the water—the structure has also drawn concerns, including questions about health & safety, extreme heat, and swarms of insects that may affect the visitor experience.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1023351/spatial-equity-in-urban-infrastructures-public-restrooms-addressing-womens-needs Sat, 16 Nov 2024 07:30:00 +0000 Jonathan Yeung https://www.archdaily.com/1023351/spatial-equity-in-urban-infrastructures-public-restrooms-addressing-womens-needs The design of public bathrooms and changing facilities has historically catered to a generalized notion of user needs, often oversimplifying the complexities of gender-specific requirements and falling short of supporting the unique needs of women. These needs extend beyond biological differences—such as the necessity for more stall privacy and differences in height and body posture—to include cultural factors that influence restroom use and expectations over time.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1018293/perfect-days-an-ode-to-tokyos-public-toilets Wed, 03 Jul 2024 07:30:00 +0000 Camilla Ghisleni https://www.archdaily.com/1018293/perfect-days-an-ode-to-tokyos-public-toilets "A bathroom is a place where everyone is equal—there is no rich or poor, no old or young; everyone is part of humanity." This reflection was shared by Wim Wenders, exponent of New German Cinema and director of the film Perfect Days (2023) when asked about the striking sets of his most recent work. Wenders selected Tokyo's public restrooms to craft a narrative that deeply explores themes of solitude, simplicity, and the beauty of everyday life.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1012490/how-to-paint-your-bathroom Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000 ArchDaily Team https://www.archdaily.com/1012490/how-to-paint-your-bathroom 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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