a/d/u digest — 26 March 2026

Top 7 architecture news

Net-Zero Landmark Office

The proposal for a net-zero landmark office in Warsaw emphasises adaptive reuse and ecological design, showcasing how existing structures can transform into premium, climate-conscious workplaces. This

Art Paris 2026 / Chatillon Architectes

Art Paris will return to the Grand Palais from 9-12 April 2026, showcasing its extensive renovation by Chatillon Architectes, which has revitalised the 77,000-square-meter landmark for large-scale cul

Expansion of Meishan Middle School

The expansion of Meishan Middle School in Shenzhen features a three-dimensional corridor that extends the campus space vertically, facilitating innovative informal teaching environments. This project

BNZ Theatre / Jasmax

The BNZ Theatre in Kirikiriroa Hamilton, designed by Jasmax in collaboration with Charcoalblue, marks the city's return to performing arts after a decade without a theatre. The design integrates herit

Intercultural Arts Center / Shigeru Ban

Shigeru Ban's design for the Intercultural Arts Center in Altdorf features a concert hall that integrates local cultural elements with innovative architectural techniques. The project aims to serve as

Rest Area Pavilion at Expo Osaka / MIDW

MIDW's Rest Area Pavilion at Expo Osaka is designed to address the site's fragile soil conditions by requiring the removal of an equivalent volume of earth to the weight of the proposed structure. Thi

Public Architecture in the Baltics: Small Nations, Strategic Civic Design

The article examines the emerging architectural language of municipal halls, plazas, and concert venues across the Baltic nations of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, highlighting their strategic civic