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How can new software guarantee that citizens retain their right to sunlight?
by Kim Megson | 21 Jul 2017
Architects, developers and local governments must work collectively to ensure that the demand for taller and taller buildings in cities does not constrain sunlight access. That is the view of architect and urban planner Paul Kulig, principal of Perkins + Will in Toronto; a city whose leaders are cracking down on shadowing as sunlight becomes an increasingly precious commodity. “Sun and sunlight have always been critical to the way we
Dublin's Guinness Storehouse announces €16m expansion
by Ben Coxon | 19 Jul 2017
Ireland’s most popular visitor attraction is seeking to draw even more visitors after the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin announced €16m (US$18.5m, £14.2m) expansion plans centred around doubling the size of its Gravity Bar. The culmination of the Guinness visitor experience, the plans will see the creation of a new 360 degree space, which will directly link to the original Gravity Bar – Dublin's highest – forming an expansive area for
Singapore's Shangri-La Hotel unveils rejuvenated Tower Wing
by Kim Megson | 18 Jul 2017
The historic Tower Wing of Singapore's Shangri-La Hotel has re-opened following a significant renovation, revealing a refreshed lobby, brand new rooms and suites, three restaurant concepts and a revitalised club lounge. In total, 503 guestrooms and suites have been completely refreshed by Japanese interior design firm Bond, who were tasked with retaining the “heartware” of the Shangri-La brand while bringing in modern conveniences, natural materials and a soothing colour palette
'A guestroom dedicated to movement and mindfulness’: Hilton launches new in-room wellness concept
by Jane Kitchen | 18 Jul 2017
Hospitality giant Hilton has unveiled a new in-room concept, Five Feet to Fitness, which brings more than 11 different fitness equipment and accessory options into the hotel room and creates an upselling option for hotel operators. Ryan Crabbe, senior director of global wellness for Hilton says the room is a “personal wellbeing stage”. “We like to describe it as a guestroom dedicated to movement and mindfulness,” he told CLAD. “It
London's best new and future leisure projects celebrated in awards ceremony
by Kim Megson | 18 Jul 2017
A scheme by architecture firm Nex for a green-topped cafe overlooking the London running track where Roger Bannister trained for his famous four-minute mile has won the Unbuilt Hotels & Hospitality category at the 2017 New London Architecture Awards. The competition celebrates the best new and proposed projects that enhance London’s leisure offer for tourists, business people and Londoners in the capital. The Cadogan Café will be located in the
New York Wheel delayed indefinitely after contractor fired by developer
by Tom Anstey | 18 Jul 2017
Plans to develop America's largest Ferris Wheel are in jeopardy after the attraction's main contractor was removed from the project. Originally scheduled for early 2017, the development was pushed back to mid- and then late 2017, with the US$580m (€503m, £442m) wheel then delayed till April 2018 thanks to a “complicated engineering process”. The project is now completely on hold after developer NY Wheel ended its working arrangement with contractor
Mecanoo complete pavilion gateway for historic hotel and spa estate
by Kim Megson | 17 Jul 2017
Dutch architects Mecanoo have completed an elegant pavilion for a hotel, restaurant and spa complex near Maastricht, the Netherlands. Château St. Gerlach is a historic estate situated close to the hills of the scenic Limburg countryside. It is formed of a number of old buildings and monuments, including the Château (1661), the St. Gerlachus Church (1727), the Farmstead (1759) and the Manor Farm (1668). Mecanoo were tasked with creating a
New Costa Rican eco resort features yoga studio enveloped by jungle
by Kim Megson | 17 Jul 2017
Emerging architecture practice Studio Saxe have completed a boutique hotel and yoga studio set into the tropical forest of Nosara, Costa Rica. Nomel and Mariya Libid, the owners of the Hotel Nalu-Nosara, wanted to create a resort for the visitors who travel to Nosara because of its reputation for health and wellness tourism and surfing. Studio Saxe were commissioned to design the hotel, which includes a yoga studio and multipurpose
Disney reveals immersive Star Wars hotel as part of 'living adventure' resort
by Tom Anstey | 17 Jul 2017
Disney has announced a slew of new additions for its parks worldwide, including a Star Wars hotel, Marvel and Pixar attractions, and the very first ride for the company's iconic figurehead, Mickey Mouse. Star Wars Star Wars was a focal point of the presentation, with the newly-named lands “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” to open at Disneyland California and Disney World in Orlando in 2019. Following the unveiling of a scale
Studio RHE merge restaurant with co-working space at London's placemaking Palatino
by Kim Megson | 14 Jul 2017
British architecture practice Studio RHE have merged an Italian restaurant and a modern co-working space under one roof in London’s Clerkenwell design district. Palatino is both the entrance space for newly opened co-working venue Fora Space, and a stand alone restaurant by Stevie Parle, chef and owner of the brands Dock Kitchen, Rotorino and Craft London. Entrance to both comes through an architectural black steel revolving door and into a
Carlo Ratti proposes climate-controlled 'Garden of Four Seasons' for new Milan neighbourhood
by Kim Megson | 14 Jul 2017
One of the largest urban regenerations in Europe is set to be anchored by a public garden where spring, summer, autumn and winter coexist together throughout the year. The concept, called ‘Garden of the Four Seasons’, comes from the studio of designers, researchers and innovators Carlo Ratti Associati, and is being developed by property firm CityLife for a 366,000sq m (4 million sq ft) district in the west of Milan.
BIG expand Danish WWII bunker and create museum camouflaged among the dunes
by Kim Megson | 14 Jul 2017
Bjarke Ingels Group’s (BIG) transformation of a former German WWII bunker into a cultural complex camouflaged among the protected dunes of Blåvand, western Denmark, has opened to the public. Conceived as “a sanctuary in the sand”, the 82,000sq m (882,600sq ft) museum, called Tirpitz, has been successfully completed three years after construction began. Upon arrival, visitors first see the bunker, which was one of hundreds of coastal defences and fortifications
Disney reveals scale model of new Star Wars lands at D23
by Tom Anstey | 14 Jul 2017
Disney has offered its most in-depth look at its upcoming Star Wars Land yet, unveiling a scale model of the attraction ahead of the D23 fan expo taking place this weekend in Anaheim, California. Two years on from the last D23, when Bob Iger first revealed plans for two Star Wars attractions at Disney’s Florida and California theme parks, the operator unveiled the model, which has been made available for
Four Seasons to re-imagine Costa Rican spa resort for new audience
by Tom Walker | 14 Jul 2017
Four Seasons Resorts and Hotels will undertake a US$35m (€31m, £27m) “re-imagination” of its Costa Rican resort and spa this year. The Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo will be redesigned in order to cater for a new target audience – identified by the resort operator as millennial-type “active families and couples, nature enthusiasts and bold adventure seekers”. Four Seasons operates the property on behalf of Miami-based Gencom,
MVRDV to add to Rotterdam's 'Manhattan on the Maas' with mixed-use towers linked by 'hotel air bridge'
by Kim Megson | 13 Jul 2017
A hotel, a wellness centre, a public viewing platform and 450 apartments will feature in Dutch studio MVRDV’s most recently unveiled project: a distinctive mixed-use building called The Sax overlooking Rotterdam’s famous Wilhelminapier port. The studio won the international design competition for the commission with their vision for a 51-storey structure formed of two interconnected towers, called Philadelphia & Havana, which merge to create a total surface area of 82,000sq
Casson Mann revamp London's Natural History Museum, as giant blue whale replaces icon Dippy
by Tom Anstey | 13 Jul 2017
London’s Natural History Museum has completed a major revamp of its main hall, with its blue whale skeleton replacing the national institution’s much-loved Diplodocus replica – a sight which has welcomed visitors to the museum for more than 37 years. The museum made the move as it aims to refresh its image, wanting to be known for living science rather than its fossil collection, with a focus on “authenticity” and
Chapman Taylor complete remodelling of Bangkok’s Mandarin Oriental Spa
by Tom Walker | 12 Jul 2017
Global masterplanning and architects practice Chapman Taylor has completed a four-month redevelopment project of the spa at the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Bangkok, Thailand. Headed by Chapman Taylor’s Bangkok office, the US$750,000 (€657,000, £582,100) redesign included the creation of new treatment rooms and improving the “flow” of the property. Jon Grant, director of Chapman Taylor Bangkok, said: “We rationalised the overall planning, which was disjointed, renovating the exterior entrance and
Cornell develops new health, hospitality and design programme
by Jane Kitchen | 12 Jul 2017
The Cornell Institute for Health Futures (CIHF) – an academic centre within New York’s Cornell University – has received a grant to support the creation of an undergraduate minor in Health, Hospitality and Design. The programme is reported to be the first university programme in the US to combine those three disciplines. The minor is part of a larger suite of multidisciplinary educational programmes CIHF develops and supports for healthcare,
Stefano Boeri to revitalise Utrecht with another 'Vertical Forest' project
by Kim Megson | 12 Jul 2017
Stefano Boeri Architetti have won a competition organised by the Utrecht city municipality for the construction of a landmark building adopting their famous ‘Vertical Forest’ model. Designed to anchor a new urban district close to the city’s station, the “next generation” Hawthorn Tower will "attempt to create, in Utrecht city centre, an innovative experience of cohabitation between city and nature." The 90m structure will host on its façades around 10,000
Food and drink of Nordic cultures inspires Snøhetta's Copenhagen restaurant for noma
by Kim Megson | 12 Jul 2017
Architecture practice Snøhetta have partnered with acclaimed chef Thorsten Schmidt to create a new restaurant in the former home of the world-renowned Danish restaurant noma. Located in the protected North Atlantic House on Copenhagen’s waterfront, Barr opened its doors last week. Snøhetta have designed the interiors and new graphic identity for the restaurant, which is owned by the noma restaurant group, around the food and drink traditions found in the
Pioneering leisure architect Peter Sargent dies
by Kim Megson | 11 Jul 2017
Pioneering British leisure architect Peter Sargent has died at his home in Florida. Sargent was one of the founding partners of sports and leisure architectural practice Sargent & Potiriadis (S&P), along with business partner Mark Potiriadis. The pair were among a small group of creative thinkers who transformed leisure architecture from the late 1970s onwards, with the creation of innovative sports facilities, leisure pools, health and fitness facilities and mixed-use
Gehry, Piano, Foster and Levete among star-studded shortlist for landmark City of London concert hall
by Kim Megson | 11 Jul 2017
A host of leading international architects are in the running to create a concept design for a new Centre for Music in the City of London. Snøhetta, Diller Scofidio + Renfro and the firms led by Amanda Levete, Frank Gehry, Norman Foster and Renzo Piano have all been shortlisted in the international competition for the concert hall; billed as “a state-of-the-art building of acoustic and visual excellence.” In May, the
‘Stadium of Tomorrow’ could include permanent residential homes, says Populous
by Matthew Campelli | 10 Jul 2017
Stadiums of the future may include permanent residential facilities and places of work if they adopt an innovative, community-focused vision put forward by Populous. The architectural practice behind the Olympic Stadiums in Sydney and London has imagined the ‘Stadium of Tomorrow’ for the July issue of National Geographic magazine. Part of the vision includes making stadiums “seven days a week, 365 days a year” venues, with residential and office facilities
Historic Hôtel de Crillon reopens with Rosewood spa and Karl Lagerfeld-designed suites
by Tom Walker | 07 Jul 2017
The iconic Hôtel de Crillon in Paris, France has re-opened after undergoing a four-year, €176m (US$200m, £150m) restoration. Dating back to the 18th century, the historic property will be operated by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts and now houses 78 rooms, 36 suites and 10 signature suites. Led by architect Richard Martinet, the redevelopment involved every aspect of the building – including the restoration of the landmark façade and grand reception
World Architecture Festival announces 2017 Awards shortlist
by Kim Megson | 07 Jul 2017
The World Architecture Festival has today (7 July) unveiled the largest ever shortlist for its Building of the Year competition. WAF – one of the only global design festivals to combine conferences, networking and awards – is holding its tenth anniversary edition from 15-17 November in Berlin, and has celebrated by compiling a 434-strong shortlist for the contest across 18 categories: including Mixed-Use, Housing and Religion. Leisure architecture will be
Studio Gang's intricate domed hive opens National Building Museum's summer series
by Kim Megson | 07 Jul 2017
UPDATE: Studio Gang's interactive installation for the National Building Museum’s 2017 Summer Block Series opened to the public yesterday (6 July) in Washington D.C. The intricate structure, called Hive, is formed entirely by 2,700 wound interlocking paper tubes of different sizes – from several inches to 10ft high. They feature a reflective silver exterior and vivid magenta interior, “creating a spectacular visual contrast with the museum’s historic nineteenth-century interior and
Country star Zac Brown sprinkles stardust on HOK's Philips Arena revamp
by Matthew Campelli | 07 Jul 2017
A ‘southern gourmet’-style restaurant inspired by the Grammy-winning Zac Brown Band, and a barbershop owned by rapper and activist Killer Mike will be part of the “transformed” Philips Arena – home to NBA franchise the Atlanta Hawks. Country music legend Zac Brown – the lead singer of the eponymous band – has helped to design the Zac Brown Social Club, which will treat fans to a “fully-immersive” dining experience that
MoMA's Young Architects Program returns with innovative interactive installation
by Kim Megson | 06 Jul 2017
A constantly evolving installation that adapts to heat, sunlight and the number of visitors has opened at the Museum of Modern Art’s (MoMA) sister institution in Long Island City. Jenny Sabin Studio have created 'Lumen' in the courtyard of MoMA PS1 as part of the annual Young Architects Program, which offers emerging architectural talent the opportunity to design and present innovative temporary, outdoor installations. The structure, on display until 4
Scheme to transform Bodmin Jail into hotel and museum attraction wins green light
by Kim Megson | 06 Jul 2017
Twelve Architects’ proposals to redevelop Bodmin Jail into a new hotel, visitor attraction and teaching facility have been granted planning consent following a unanimous decision by Cornwall Council. The Grade II listed jail currently operates as an attraction and venue on Britain’s Cornish coast, but many of the buildings are in a ruinous state. Twelve Architects scheme will see the complete refurbishment of the two wings of derelict cell blocks
NorthernLight completes design for Sochi's Sirius Art and Science Park
by Tom Anstey | 05 Jul 2017
Dutch design agency NorthernLight has completed the design phase for the redevelopment of Sochi’s Olympic Village, which is turning its former media centre from the 2014 Winter Olympics into a science and art park. Connecting science and art, the unique addition is the “crossover of an art biennale and science gallery”, according to NorthernLight. With 40,000sq m (430,500sq ft) of exhibition space, the Sirius Art and Science Park will develop
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