a/d/u digest — 4 May 2026

Top 7 architecture news

Powerhouse Parramatta / Moreau Kusunoki and Genton

Powerhouse Parramatta, designed by Franco-Japanese architects Moreau Kusunoki in collaboration with Australian architects Genton, is set to become Australia's largest cultural infrastructure project s

Aquatic Centre / Mikou

Mikou's Aquatic Centre in Châteauroux is envisioned as a vibrant hub for cultural activity, integrating water as a central element of its design to enhance community engagement. The project aims to re

Gastronomy Open Ecosystem / BIG and Bat Architecture

Gastronomy Open Ecosystem (GOE) in San Sebastián is a landscape-driven food innovation hub that integrates public terraces, research spaces, and culinary experiences into a cohesive architectural form

Arts Landing / Field Operations

Field Operations has completed the four-acre Arts Landing park in downtown Pittsburgh, transforming an underutilised lot along the Allegheny River into a vibrant green space with a winding path. This

The Rise of Engineered Mass Timber in Global Construction

The global construction industry is increasingly adopting engineered mass timber products, such as Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and Glue-Laminated Timber (Glulam), as a sustainable alternative to trad

Mountain Alley Rooftop Teahouse Pavilions / RY+P architects

RY+P architects has transformed a rooftop space in Chongqing's historic Mountain Alley into a public gathering place with the addition of two lightweight pavilions and a pink bar installation. The des

La Pension de famille des Apennins / CQFD Architecture

CQFD Architecture's La Pension de famille des Apennins in Paris is designed to promote communal living and interaction among residents, featuring adaptable spaces that encourage social engagement. The