Architecture Today

"Mexico City has been shaped by cataclysmic events. It’s this melodrama of change that has made the city so exciting, so memorable and even a little crazy," writes Fernando Sordo Madaleno for #MyKindofTown. Use the link below to read on as Madaleno explains how such events have made their mark on the city, resulting in a wild, multi-layered cityscape. https://lnkd.in/g5Y4DmPz

'Cabin Crew' – a new book from the modernist society tells the story of Welsh architectural practice Hird & Brooks and explores its obsession with crafting the perfect holiday home. Read more about Cabin Crew, written by Peter Halliday, Bethan Dalton, Lizzie Biggs and Jessica Halliday, in the link below! ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gqfHzdhj

What common problems are associated with poor workmanship? And What steps can specifiers take to ensure good results on site? In the latest for our #AskTheExpert series, Dave Johnstone, Technical Services Manager at Michelmersh Brick Holdings PLC, answers readers’ questions on brick workmanship. Read the full Q&A in the link below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/e_VZ4an2

Dispatches from the World Monuments Fund: We speak to John Darlington director at the WMF about how under threat sites can get support, how architects can engage with such sites and why the moon has been nominated on the 2025 WMF Watch list. Read the full Q&A below and see what else is on the 2025 Watch list in the link below ⬇️ #heritage https://lnkd.in/eaSjrt4Z

Entries are now open for the 2025 #ATAwards! How do the awards re-frame familiar buildings? Timothy Soar talks to AT editor Isabel Allen about his approach to taking up-to-date photography of the winning buildings in the Architecture Today Awards for buildings that stand the test of time. https://lnkd.in/eijWNDdz

"The Neue Nationalgalerie was a fitting swan song for Mies in his search for truth," says john pardey, as he reflects on #MiesvanderRohe’s Neue Nationalgalerie (1968) in #Berlin – a temple to glass and steel that was the German architect’s realisation of ‘universal space’. https://lnkd.in/eNm59ewN

The deadline for this year's #RegenerativeArchitectureIndex is Friday 16 May! Participating practices are invited to explore three key criteria that exemplify regenerative solutions for local and planetary health: Being a good ancestor, Co-evolving with nature and Creating a just space for people. Use the link below to find out more ⬇️

EMIL EVE ARCHITECTS ’s renovation and extension of an Edwardian house in the Harpenden Conservation Area has created a flexible family home that integrates three new interlocking volumes. See more photos of the project from Taran Wilkhu and hear from Emma Perkin, director at Emil Eve Architects in the link below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/exbQyZxu Structural engineer: Mark & Partners Contractor: ANCOBA build Approved inspector: Quadrant Construction Bricks: Petersen Tegl A/S Aluminium glazing: ID Systems Terrazzo: Quiligotti Terrazzo Tiles Ltd Lime plaster: St Astier Ltd EcoMortar

In Karlovy Vary, eastern Czech Republic, Petr Hájek Architekti's transformation of an atrium inside the historic Imperial Spa turns an old machine hall into a new concert and events venue. See more photos from Petr Polák and Pavel Nasadil in the link below! https://lnkd.in/eFMUqBpY

The judges for the 2025 Schüco UK Limited Excellence Awards for Design and Innovation have been announced! Chaired by Architecture Today editor Isabel Allen, this year’s distinguished jury comprises architects Ben Heath (Grimshaw), Carol Patterson (OMA), and Mark Brighouse (tp bennett) – all previous Schüco award winners – as well as environmental designer Innes Johnston (Max Fordham LLP), and façade specialists Steve Mudie (Turner & Townsend alinea), Paola Sammarco (FMDC Ltd), Teresa Farina (Sir Robert McAlpine), and Billy Field (consultant). Now in their 12th year, the awards showcase the very best contributions from design teams and the Schüco façade, window and door systems involved. Judges will be focusing on four key criteria: creativity, innovation, technical expertise, and collaboration to deliver architectural intent. Entry is *Free* and the deadline for submissions is 11.59pm on 11 April. Find out more, see past winners and enter here: https://lnkd.in/ebiqzNvU