a/d/u digest — 6 July 2026

Top 7 architecture news

Reims Cathedral Environment / José Ignacio Linazasoro

José Ignacio Linazasoro's design for the Reims Cathedral Environment focuses on the themes of memory and representation, creating a spatial dialogue with the historic cathedral. The project aims to en

The Silo Parking House / Antonelli + Herry Architectes

The Silo Parking House represents a significant shift in mobility patterns at the Crédit Mutuel Wacken headquarters, replacing surface-level parking with a design that promotes electric vehicles and c

La Source Vive / Philippe Chiambaretta

La Source Vive in Évian, designed by Philippe Chiambaretta, features a curving concert hall enveloped in copper shingles, complemented by raw plaster for optimal acoustics. The project stands as a sig

Elliðaárstöð Power Station / Terta

Terta has revitalised the historic Elliðaárstöð power station in Reykjavík, transforming it into a vibrant hub for learning, culture, and play, while enhancing the existing industrial structures with

Easel Bridge / XBTW OFFICE

The Easel Bridge, designed by XBTW OFFICE, is a pedestrian bridge in Yucun, Moganshan, Zhejiang Province, measuring approximately 10 meters in length and 2 meters in width, spanning over Fuxi Creek. T

Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi Performing Arts Center / Frank Gehry

Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi, designed by the late Frank Gehry, is set to become a global hub for the performing arts, with an expected opening in 2030. This project adds to Gehry's portfolio in the emirat

Shanghai Grand Opera House / Snøhetta

The Shanghai Grand Opera House by Snøhetta is entering its final phase ahead of its anticipated opening in October 2026, featuring a design that integrates the surrounding urban landscape with a focus