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Exclusive: Forrec’s Gordon Grice tips Latin America for major attractions growth
by Jak Phillips | 11 Aug 2014
Latin America is poised to become a major market for the attractions industry in the coming decade, with recent football World Cup host Brazil a particularly promising market, according to Forrec senior creative Gordon Grice. During a wide-ranging briefing at Attractions Management headquarters, the industry veteran with over 25 years’ experience expressed excitement over the emerging market, which although still very young, has the potential to develop at pace. “Right
Tate Modern's extension project comes under scrutiny
by Alice Davis | 11 Aug 2014
With a budget of £215m ($361m, €270m), one might expect Tate Modern’s high-profile extension to be carried out to schedule and without incident. But a re-shuffle at the upper echelons of the project’s management, topped off with an admission that the budget will need to be revised, has raised questions from one of the UK’s Labour MPs. “There’s £50m ($84m, €63m) of taxpayers’ money in this project which is late
Birthplace of Country Music Museum tunes up for grand opening
by Tom Anstey | 08 Aug 2014
A new museum celebrating country music, built in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, has opened on the border between Tennessee and Virginia in the south of the US. Designed by Peyton Boyd Architects, the US$11m (€8.2m, £6.5m) Birthplace of Country Music Museum, which opens today (8 August) in Bristol, VA, has been in the pipeline for several years. The 24,000sq ft (2,229sq m) museum will feature several different
'Jenga' style skyscraper to be built in London
by Katie Buckley | 08 Aug 2014
Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF) has won planning permission for a 50-storey mixed-use skyscraper in London. Nicknamed the ‘Jenga’ tower, the 170m (558ft) structure will have higher storeys that are stacked on top of each other in a cantilevered fashion; giving the illusion of a game of Jenga. KPF’s tower will contain 450 flats, office space, retail space, a gym, cinema, plus winter garden and will have approximately 60,400sq m
Ace Hotels launches in Los Angeles' famed United Artists film studio
by Jak Phillips | 08 Aug 2014
Hip boutique hotel chain Ace Hotels has launched its latest property in Los Angeles’ historic United Artists building. Originally designed by architect Howard Crane for the United Artists film studio, the 18-storey building opened in 1927 and was used as a movie theatre until 1974. Atelier Ace worked with Commune Design to restore the United Artists building and theatre. The exterior façade was stripped, cleaned and restored, ‘as it would
Shigeru Ban's new Aspen Art Museum to open on 9 August
by Katie Buckley | 07 Aug 2014
The new home for the Aspen Art Museum (AAM) is now complete, and ready to open to the public on Saturday 9 August. Designed by Pritzker Prize winning architect Shigeru Ban, the 33,000sq ft (10,058sq m) museum and gallery is the new home for the Aspen Art Museum, which had outgrown its old place of residence. As Ban’s first permanent museum in America, the backdrop of the building is the
€124m Tampere Central Arena plans awaiting final approval
by Tom Walker | 06 Aug 2014
A final approval is expected later this year for proposals to build a new 14,000-capacity multi-use arena in Tampere, Finland. The planned Tampere Central Arena will be the new home for the city’s two professional ice hockey teams – Ilves and Tappara – and the flexible design will also allow the venue to host other sporting events as well as concerts and exhibitions. It is expected that the €124m (US$166m,
€200m pledged to restore Paris's La Défense Grande Arche
by Katie Buckley | 06 Aug 2014
The French government has announced that it will pledge €200m ($267m, £160m) for urgent repairs and restoration to the iconic La Défense Grande Arche, located in Paris’s financial district. Inaugurated on Bastille Day in 1989, the 20th century answer to the Arc de Triomphe was mastermind by Danish architect Johann Otto von Spreckelsen and completed by French architect Paul Andreu. Standing at 110m (360.8 ft) high, 110m wide and 110m
Shortlist revealed for Sydney's AU$50m Green Square Aquatic Centre project
by Tom Walker | 06 Aug 2014
A shortlist of architects has now been established for the Green Square Aquatic Centre in Sydney, Australia. The centre will form part of the commercial, retail and cultural heart of the AU$8bn (US$7.5bn, €5.6bn, £4.4bn) greater Green Square redevelopment – one of the largest ever urban renewal project in Australian history. The five finalists are all from Sydney – Andrew Burns; Cullinan Ivanov Partnership; CHROFI & McGregor Coxall; Andrew Burges
London's Goldsmiths University announces winning architect for new art gallery design
by Katie Buckley | 06 Aug 2014
From a shortlist of six architectural practices, Goldsmiths College, London, has announced that Assemble - a London based architecture collective - will be designing their new £1.8m ($3.1m, €2.2m) gallery in South East London. Housed in Grade II listed swimming baths, Assemble’s design for the gallery will incorporate the original black steel water tanks as part of the new exhibition space, while creating new gallery spaces tacked onto the outside
Pillar of Light spirals into London's skyline to commemorate WW1
by Katie Buckley | 05 Aug 2014
To commemorate the centenary of the First World War, a monumental pillar of light was shot into the air last night, eerily hung amongst London’s famous skyline. Together with the nation's Lights Out initiative, which saw households and businesses across the UK extinguishing all but one of their lights at 10pm last night (4th August), acclaimed artist Ryoji Ikeda’s latest installation lit up a corner of Westminster and spread 15km
Snowflake shaped designs revealed for European floating hotel
by Katie Buckley | 05 Aug 2014
Nestled in the fjords near Tromsø, Norway, plans have been unveiled for a rare floating hotel – in the shape of a giant snowflake. The floating ice crystal, known as the Krystall Hotel, will be rooted to the ground by an underwater concrete pillar. The aim of the structure is to be as self-sustaining as possible and have minimal impact on the environment, whilst offering an experience of 5-star luxury.
BIG to design freedom-focused safari experience for Givskud Zoo, Denmark
by Katie Buckley | 01 Aug 2014
Bjarke Ingles Group (BIG) has been commissioned to design a new form of enclosure at Givskud Zoo, Denmark – Zootopia. Zootopia is based on the concept of man and nature becoming one; it is a hybrid of a traditional zoo and a safari, which will be split into four different sections, three of which will be themed around the continents of Africa, Asia and the Americas, with a central plaza
Foster + Partners submits plans for second tallest skyscraper in San Francisco, US
by Katie Buckley | 01 Aug 2014
Foster + Partners (F+P), working in conjunction with local Heller Manus Architects (HMA), has submitted plans for two skyscrapers in San Francisco’s financial district. The mixed-use development covers approximately 185,806sq m (2,000,000sq ft). Of the two towers to be constructed, the taller, standing at 260m (853ft) high, will feature housing, offices and a hotel; whereas, the smaller building, 185m (605 ft) will be purely residential. Lord Foster of F+P commented:
Significant part of Eastbourne Pier destroyed in fire
by Tom Anstey | 31 Jul 2014
A large part of Eastbourne Pier was reduced to a burned out shell yesterday (30 July) after a blazing inferno tore through the Grade II-listed structure, destroying a significant amount of the visitor attraction. More than 60 firefighters tackled the fire, which is believed to have broken out in the 144-year old pier’s arcade building. Crews from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) from Eastbourne, Hastings and Newhaven were also
Bulgarian designer unveils innovative concept for diving complex
by Katie Buckley | 31 Jul 2014
Mocked up for his project called ‘The Art of Diving,' Bulgarian-based designer Kristian Terziev has designed a new diving centre-cum-public space to showcase diving to the world. The centre, which would be located in the Bulgarian coastal city of Tsarevo, is space to reflect on the themes of water sports whilst being in close proximity to the ocean. As a working diving centre, the project allows divers to benefit from
£3.5bn Silvertown development to renew London's derelict Royal Docks
by Tom Anstey | 29 Jul 2014
Plans have been submitted for a £3.5bn ($5.9bn, €4.4bn) development in east London, to include an “innovation quarter” – allowing high-profile firms to showcase and engage with consumers through a range of bespoke education and entertainment space. Master planned by architectural firm Fletcher Priest, the development also includes 3,000 new homes, as well as a new landmark bridge connecting Silvertown Quays with the new Crossrail station at Custom House. It
Jetty bridge to UNESCO's Mont Saint Michel now open
by Katie Buckley | 29 Jul 2014
A 760m (2,493 ft) long pedestrian walkway leading to the historic island of Mont Saint Michel - which boasts a castle, commune and abbey - was opened to the public on 22 July. Dietmar Feichtinger Architectes, an Austria-based practice, has designed the jetty to replace the 135-year-old structure that was there before. After nine years of research and three years of construction, the finished article is finally ready to be
George Lucas museum reveals architects for legacy project
by Tom Anstey | 28 Jul 2014
George Lucas’ legacy project – the US$300m (€220m, £179m) Lucas Museum of Narrative Art (LMNA) – has revealed that Beijing-based MAD Architects has been selected as principal designer for the project, while Chicago-based Studio Gang will work on the landscape. In addition, VOA Associates, based in Chicago, will serve as the executive architect and lead the implementation of MAD’s design. Pending approval by the Chicago Plan Commission, Lucas' 95,000sq ft
Ireland’s Tayto Park eyes Europe’s big boys with massive new roller coaster
by Alice Davis | 28 Jul 2014
Tayto Park – one of Ireland’s most popular tourist attractions – has had a planning application for a €25m (£19.8m, $33.6m) expansion and world-class roller coaster approved by the local council. Meath County Council granted permission to develop a new entrance, car parking and visitor facilities as well as the roller coaster and additional new rides. The wooden roller coaster, to be designed and built by US wood-coaster specialists Gravity
Mixed-use floating village in east London nears planning stage
by Jak Phillips | 25 Jul 2014
Britain’s first ‘floating village’ project in east London’s Royal Docks has edged closer to fruition, after Mayor of London Boris Johnson announced Carillion Igloo Genesis had won the competition to design and build the mixed-use scheme. Carillion Igloo Genesis – a consortium of the constructor Carillion, Igloo regeneration fund and Genesis Housing Association – will work off designs from co-architects dRMM and Marlies Rhomer to realise the Mayor’s ambition of
Aberdeen City Council seeks firm for £30m gallery renovations
by Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
Aberdeen City Council is looking for construction firms to carry out a £30m (US$50.9m, €37.8m) revamp of the Scottish city’s art gallery. The local authority’s approved plans include the construction of a new rooftop gallery and the extension of the gallery’s iconic war memorial. “It's great to see the next step towards expanding the Art Gallery has been taken,” said council chair Dustin Macdonald in a statement. The council has
English Heritage publishes planning guidelines for heritage locations
by Tom Anstey | 23 Jul 2014
English Heritage has published new three-part draft guidance on good practice and planning in a historic environment. The guidance – to be consulted until 5 September – covers how planners should take heritage assets into account in local plan making, decision making and the setting of a heritage asset. The document has been drawn up by English Heritage working alongside the Association of Local Government Archaeological Officers, the British Property
World’s 'largest indoor arena' now open in Manila, Philippines
by Katie Buckley | 22 Jul 2014
The Philippine Arena in Manila – said to be world’s largest indoor arena – is now open to the public. The 50,000 seat arena, designed by London-based sports architects Populous, was commissioned by Iglesia Ni Cristo (the Church of Christ) as a gift to the local community. It has been completed in time for the Church’s Centennial Celebration on 27 July 2015. The AUD $200m (US $187m, €140m, £110m) project,
Green light for £18m Brighton, UK's, Hippodrome regeneration
by Jak Phillips | 22 Jul 2014
Brighton, UK's, Hippodrome looks set to enjoy a new lease of life after Brighton & Hove City Council approved plans to transform the 117-year-old structure into a cinema and restaurant complex. Alaska Development Consultants is behind the £18m plans and – having been advised by Indigo Planning – will bring the Grade-II listed, ‘at risk’ building back into use, based on designs from Russ Drage Architects. The proposals include an
Perth’s AU$820m stadium designs revealed
by Tom Walker | 21 Jul 2014
Final designs have been revealed for the planned new 60,000-capacity sports stadium in Perth, Australia. The bid to design the venue was won by a team featuring architects Cox Architecture, Hassell and HKS Sports and Entertainment Group. Cox Architecture director Alastair Richardson and Hassell director Peter Lee will act as joint principal architects. The multi-purpose stadium will be the new home to Aussie rules clubs Fremantle and West Coast Eagles
Developer unveils plans for £70m luxury development in Coventry
by Chris Dodd | 21 Jul 2014
Plans have been unveiled for a £70m residential scheme in Coventry, with the site also potentially becoming host to a gym, restaurant, coffee shop, florist and a convenience store. Developers the Barberry Group have revealed their concept behind the long-awaited CV1 Bishop Gate scheme, which will see a Royal Mail sorting office demolished to make way for just over 400 luxury apartments. The project is going to be the first
Prime Minister and Duke of Cambridge on hand for reopening of London's Imperial War Museum
by Katie Buckley | 18 Jul 2014
London's Imperial War Museum (IWM) has marked the centenary of World War One with the reopening of its museum following the completion of the first phase of a larger £40m (US$68.3m, €50.5m) revamp of the entire facility. Opening to the public tomorrow (19 July), the first phase of the IWM's refurbishment was made possible with £6.5m (US$11.1m, €8.2m) in funding form the Heritage Lottery Fund (HFL) and £5m (US$8.5m, €6.3m)
Art meets hospitality trend continues through Andaz Hotel 'Room With A View' offering
by Chris Dodd | 17 Jul 2014
London’s five-star Andaz Liverpool Street Hotel by Hyatt is the latest to embrace the growing trend of teaming hospitality offerings with the world of art, following the launch of its Room With A View project. The trend to combine hotels and art has also seen London offering The Beaumont Hotel – due to open later this year – work with award-winning artist Sir Anthony Gormley to create an iconic room
Two northern UK theatres set for multi-million pound revamp
by Katie Buckley | 15 Jul 2014
De Matos Ryan – a London based architectural firm – has been granted planning permission to go ahead with a £4.1m revamp of The York Theatre Royal, UK, while nearby Newcastle's Theatre Royal is also getting a makeover, albeit behind the scenes. After a large fundraising effort, the York project is now set to move forward with an onsite start date of March 2015 and a provisional completion date of
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