a/d/u digest — 28 April 2026

Top 7 architecture news

Dual-Tower Building / MVRDV

MVRDV's design for a dual-tower building in the Tour & Taxis neighbourhood of Brussels focuses on mixed-use functionality and low-carbon principles, integrating residential, commercial, and public spa

Terraced Green Resort / Ricardo Bofill

Ricardo Bofill's Terraced Green Resort in Albania is designed to minimise excavation while preserving the coastal forest canopy, offering framed views of the Adriatic Sea. This approach not only respe

Waterfront Center / Jili Architecture

Jili Architecture's Waterfront Center in Sanya features a series of continuous village-like structures topped with wave-inspired metal roofs, harmonising with the coastal environment and enhancing wat

UIA World Congress of Architects 2026 Barcelona

The UIA World Congress of Architects 2026 in Barcelona will take place from June 28 to July 2, 2026, featuring a distributed format across various venues and urban contexts, under the theme "Becoming.

MPNYC transforms 19th-century warehouse into flexible cultural venue / Andreas Kostopoulos

Andreas Kostopoulos has revitalised a historic masonry warehouse in Piraeus, creating a versatile platform for exhibitions, performances, and public events. This transformation highlights the potentia

Algorithm-Driven Technology Quietly Reshapes Next-Generation High-Rises

The article discusses the evolution of vertical urbanism, highlighting a shift from merely pursuing height to embracing multidimensional complexity in high-rise design. Algorithm-driven technology is