a/d/u digest — 24 April 2026

Top 7 architecture news

Christchurch Central Library / Populous

Populous has unveiled the Christchurch Central Library, a pivotal element in the city's reconstruction, featuring a distinctive 800-metre-long steel façade. The project is seen as a crucial final piec

Jeddah Tower / Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture

Jeddah Tower has reached its 100th floor, showcasing its distinctive tapered form and three-pronged design around a central core, as revealed in recent construction photos by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gil

Wasl Tower / UNS

UNS has completed the Wasl Tower in Dubai, characterised by its twisting form and a ceramic facade that incorporates sustainable strategies for high-rise design. This innovative structure not only enh

Temerty Building / MVRDV

MVRDV has unveiled the design for the Temerty Building at the University of Toronto, a cutting-edge facility dedicated to health research and education, strategically positioned at the campus's core.

Fraterhuis Cultural Hub / Mecanoo

Mecanoo has been selected to design the Fraterhuis cultural hub in Zwolle, which aims to serve as a vibrant community space integrating cultural, educational, and social functions. The project is sign

White Lotus Resort Skyscraper / KPF, ODP, Patricia Urquiola

KPF and ODP, in collaboration with designer Patricia Urquiola, are developing the White Lotus Resort Skyscraper for Anantara, marking the brand's first US location with a 50-storey structure on the Mi

Floating Hotel / China United Engineering Corporation Limited

The Floating Hotel by China United Engineering Corporation Limited presents an innovative design that integrates luxury accommodation with a sustainable approach to marine architecture. This project a