a/d/u digest — 5 November 2026

Top 7 architecture news

Cruz y Ortiz Arquitectos / Cruz y Ortiz

The Spanish Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda has awarded the 2025 National Architecture Prize to Cruz y Ortiz Arquitectos, recognising their significant contributions to contemporary Spanish archi

Arquipeo / Estúdio Gustavo Utrabo

Estúdio Gustavo Utrabo's Arquipeo has been awarded RECORD’s 2026 Building of the Year in the Office & Workplace category, showcasing innovative design tailored for contemporary work environments. The

Reconstructed Enclosed School / TJAD

TJAD draws inspiration from traditional enclosed houses and academy spaces to design the Reconstructed Enclosed School in Shenzhen, focusing on the concept of "enclosure" as a guiding design principle

Making Room for Nature: The Urban Landscapes of Kongjian Yu / Turenscape

Turenscape's ecological landscapes demonstrate how integrating wetlands, waterways, and restored habitats into urban infrastructure can accommodate both human activities and biodiversity. This approac

Belmopan

Belmopan, the new capital of Belize, was established as a strategic response to the country's vulnerability to hurricanes, aiming to ensure institutional stability while fostering a sense of national

Design Doha Biennial 2026

The Design Doha Biennial 2026 opens today, featuring over 19 exhibitions and five installations that highlight the use of traditional crafts and water systems to address urban heat challenges. Origina

Alam Al Roum / SOM

SOM has unveiled plans for Alam Al Roum, a new city masterplanned to extend 7.2 kilometres along the Mediterranean coastline, featuring a network of lagoons that integrate with the urban landscape. Th