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CHYBIK + KRISTOF Wins Competition to Design Multifunctional Tower in Tirana, Albania

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The structure is situated in the heart of the capital city’s culture hub within the New Boulevard, reflecting a shift in Tirana’s urban development. With its distinctive red concrete silhouette, it aims to create a new landmark, signaling the commencement of various other projects outlined in the masterplan. Read more »

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Liquid City: A Radical New Masterplan in Rotterdam Embraces the River for Resilience

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An old industrial harbor, over decades, it has seen shipping disappear under the boot of urban development. Shops, residential blocks, floating structures housing offices and hospitality have replaced redundant warehouses and cranes. Interested in participating next season?

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Carlo Ratti proposes "world's largest urban solar farm" in Rome for World Expo 2030

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A large solar farm forms the centrepiece of Rome 's bid to host the World Expo in 2030, masterplanned by Carlo Ratti Associati with architect Italo Rota and urbanist Richard Burdett. This is intended to invite discourse on the concept of sharing energy while establishing "a new model for urban development".

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Aux Entrepôts in Renens by KCAP

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Photo © Rene Dürr KCAP’s masterplan for the entrepôts area in Renens marks the transformation of an industrial rail-side terrain into a contemporary urban pedestrian zone. Source by KCAP.

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CF Møller Architects unveils plans for arena topped with perforated "crown"

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The multi-purpose arena will have a 12,000-seat capacity The proposal forms part of a wider urban masterplan developed in collaboration with HLM Arkitektur , DIFK and Neill Woodger Acoustic and Theatre Design, which also includes a conference centre, hotel and 800 homes for the local area Nygårdstangen. "The

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An immersive mixed-use urban oasis in Tongzhou by Aedas

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As a focal point of Beijing urban development, Zhangjiawan is well-connected with transportation system Aedas has masterplanned the whole depot and carried out architectural design for the retail podium and hotel nearby. ” Global Design Principal Christine Lam says.

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Zhuhai north area water purification plant Phase II and high-tech zone Sports Centre by Aedas

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The high-tech zone is situated in a prominent location, as a focal node to Zhuhai urban development. Image © Aedas Fiona says, ‘The design not only provides comprehensive infrastructural facilities, but also improve the urban environment. It is designed to be an entertainment and recreational venue for the city. Source by Aedas.

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