As we step into 2026, the fashion world is embracing a "new year, new me" philosophy that extends far beyond resolutions and into the very fabric of our wardrobes. The Spring/Summer 2026 runways have signaled a radical departure from...
As the fashion industry pivots toward the warmer months of 2026, the traditional campaign has been reimagined as a sophisticated intersection of contemporary art, cinematic storytelling, and house heritage. Leading labels are no longer merely selling garments; they are...
In a move that signals a bold expansion of Amsterdam’s cultural footprint, the Rijksmuseum has announced the development of a sprawling new sculpture garden, scheduled to open in the autumn of 2026. This ambitious project, fueled by a historic...
In the Sammonlahti neighborhood of Lappeenranta, Finland, a new architectural landmark has emerged that pays a poetic tribute to the region's postmodern history. Completed in early 2026 by Helsinki-based Nervin Architecture, Sammontalo is a 12,000-square-metre community complex that seamlessly...
In the suburban landscape of Crystal Lake, Illinois, a new kind of educational monument has emerged, one that treats its own structural and mechanical systems as a living textbook. Chicago-based practice Ross Barney Architects has completed the Foglia Center...
As the architectural world enters 2026, a look back at the previous year reveals a material that continues to defy trends and expectations: weathering steel. Far from fading into obscurity, this "living" material—often known by the brand name Corten—has...
On the rapidly expanding outskirts of Prague, a new architectural landmark is redefining the relationship between pedagogy and the built environment. Completed in early 2026 by the renowned Czech studio Opočenský Valouch Architects (OVA), Vida Elementary School stands as...
In the quiet suburbs of Chiba, Japan, a small timber pavilion has emerged as a profound statement on the value of the handcrafted in a rapidly industrializing world. Local studio Kurosawa Kawara-Ten has completed the "Sekiyuan Waiting Area," a...
As we move further into 2026, the global skyline is undergoing a dramatic transformation. From the bustling streets of Shenzhen to the coastal horizon of Abidjan, a new generation of supertall structures is nearing completion, each pushing the boundaries...
In the shadow of Mount Monviso, nestled in the Piedmont region of northern Italy, an "anonymous" relic of the 1960s has been transformed into a vibrant vessel of contemporary family life. Rome-based studio Errante Architetture has completed the renovation...
