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Dubai Expo
An Architectural Icon in a centralized urban composition
The New Administrative Capital of Egypt: A Symmetrical Utopia or an Urban Dystopia?
When I attended the World Urban Forum (WUF) in Cairo last year, I came across the architectural model of the New Administrative Capital (NAC). It
Istanbul Modern: A Convergence of Architectural Expression and Regional Identity
The Istanbul Modern, housed in its striking new building designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop, emerges as a compelling nexus of contemporary architectural discourse and
Thessaloniki Metro: A New Pulse in the Urban Rhythm
Thessaloniki, Greece’s second-largest city, has long been a nexus of cultural, economic, and historical significance. Its urban fabric, marked by a rich tapestry of Byzantine,
Inside Saudi Arabia’s $500billion futuristic megacity ‘Neom’ boasting flying taxis, robot maids and fake moon
Neom, Saudi Arabia’s audacious project to build a $500 billion futuristic mega-city, offers a fascinating lens through which to explore the interplay of architectural ambition,
SOM leads planning for Egypt’s new $45 billion capital city
As an attempt to uplift Egypt’s economic prowess, the government of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has approved plans to construct a new capital for this North African country
Understanding Beirut – and how to fix it
Habib Battah is a journalist who fights against the destruction of his city. He gives Mikael the lowdown about the urban challenges the city faces
Call to Action
Sustainable practices need to become an integral part of our design intentions