a/d/u digest — 27 April 2026

Top 7 architecture news

Hamburg State Opera / Bjarke Ingels Group

Bjarke Ingels Group has won the competition to design the new Hamburg State Opera, proposing a contemporary architectural vision that harmonises with the city's cultural heritage. The design aims to e

Partizani High School / Loft Architects

Loft Architects' reconstruction of Partizani High School aims to create a dynamic educational environment that integrates with the surrounding urban context and fosters community engagement. The desig

Revitalisation of the Grain Processing Factory and Distillery Yanbu 1432

The Revitalisation of the Grain Processing Factory and Distillery Yanbu 1432 project transforms former riverside warehouses into an active public space along the Huadi River, contributing to the urban

Kruunuvuori Bridge / WSP and Knight Architects

The Kruunuvuori Bridge, Finland's longest bridge, has officially opened in Helsinki, connecting the residential area of Kruunuvuorenranta with the city and designed specifically for public transport,

Astaka Kota Selera / EA Architects

Astaka Kota Selera is an architectural intervention that harmonises the preservation of Malaysia's colonial heritage with the contemporary street food culture in George Town. This project is a key ele

Xiamen Meitu Cube Visual Art Centre / OPEN

OPEN's design for the Xiamen Meitu Cube Visual Art Centre features a simple cubic form complemented by a dynamic façade, creating a versatile spatial installation. This innovative approach aims to red

Design for Democracy

Frankfurt RheinMain has been awarded the title of World Design Capital, marking it as the first region in Germany to receive this honour, with a focus on enhancing civic agency through design initiati