a/d/u digest — 22 July 2026

Top 7 architecture news

Urban Revivo Flagship Store / MVRDV

MVRDV's Urban Revivo flagship store in Beijing integrates local cultural elements with innovative design to create a forward-thinking retail environment. The project aims to redefine brand spaces by m

Ice Palace in Mnyovnikovskaya Floodplain

The Ice Palace in Mnyovnikovskaya Floodplain is a new sports and cultural facility designed to host ice hockey events and public activities, featuring a distinctive architectural form that integrates

The Post-Metric Moment

Sustainable architecture is undergoing a transformation as performance metrics evolve, with six projects across four continents illustrating the future direction of design. This shift signifies a move

Soho House Milan / Soho House

Soho House is transforming the former Cinema Arti in Milan into a six-level members' club that will include over 50 rooms, a rooftop pool, gym, and courtyard, with interiors reflecting Milanese crafts

Thameside West Development / Gensler

Gensler has been appointed to deliver the first phase of the Thameside West development, which includes 1,500 homes as part of a larger 5,000-home scheme opposite the O2 Arena. This £2.5 billion proje

Museum of Humanity / studio apaaar

The Museum of Humanity, designed by studio apaaar, presents a narrative that challenges societal norms around love, transforming personal experiences into a broader artistic expression. This project a

Seoul Tower / Carlo Ratti Associati

Carlo Ratti Associati's proposal for Seoul Tower envisions lifting the structure on "high heels" to create a permeable landscape that accommodates water management and enhances public life. This innov