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London
fromianVisits
2 days ago

London's Alleys: Keats Place, EC2

Keats Place alley has been recreated in a new office block above an Elizabeth line station, though relocated slightly from its original site.
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Jamaica, Queens tries to rebrand with $100K marketing campaign as locals brace for change

"It's just much easier to start from a brand that's identifiable ... and get people familiar with all the neighborhood has to offer."
NYC real estate
fromCN Traveller
2 days ago

The cities with the most skyscrapers in the world

Wuhan has completed over 150 skyscrapers, making it a rising contender in urban development, particularly in the past two decades as part of China's inland urban expansion.
Real estate
#mission-bay
US politics
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

What You Need to Know About the GOP's Plan to Sell Federal Land

Selling federal land may not effectively address the housing supply shortage due to geographic and infrastructural limitations.
Silicon Valley
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Campbell volleys back and forth over pickleball permits - San Jose Spotlight

A conflict is arising in Silicon Valley between proposed pickleball facility expansion and housing development.
#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Revised Plans for Call For Very Tall New Tower at Former PG&E Headquarters, 150 Feet Taller Than Salesforce

fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Revised Plans for Call For Very Tall New Tower at Former PG&E Headquarters, 150 Feet Taller Than Salesforce

fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Texas Floods Were a Preview of What's to Come

Severe flooding in Texas resulted in 135 deaths, highlighting risks from climate change and development in flood-prone areas.
Fundraising
fromNews 12 - Default
4 days ago

News 12, Optimum joins Rebuilding Together NYC's She Builds to overhaul community garden at NYCHA Complex

Over 200 volunteers revitalized a community garden in Gravesend, replacing old materials and soil to enhance community pride and sustainability.
#housing-development
fromwww.archdaily.com
5 days ago

GATE M West Bund Dream Center / MVRDV

MVRDV has completed the GATE M West Bund Dream Center, transforming a former cement factory into a culture and leisure district that adds to Shanghai's expanding string of West Bund cultural projects.
Renovation
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

Bronx's Kingsbridge Armory revamp gets green light

Kingsbridge Armory will transform into El Centro Kingsbridge, a $500 million community hub with cultural spaces and 500 affordable apartments.
#adaptive-reuse
fromArchDaily
6 days ago
Renovation

MVRDV Transforms Former Cement Factory on Shanghai's West Bund

GATE M West Bund Dream Center repurposes a former cement factory into a vibrant cultural district in Shanghai.
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago
NYC real estate

NYC could add 17,000 homes through office conversions

Adaptive reuse of office spaces could significantly address NYC's housing shortage by converting vacant properties into residential units.
fromLondon On The Inside
5 days ago

A Museum of Brutalist Architecture Is Coming to London

A permanent Museum of Brutalist Architecture will open in London, being the first institution of its kind in the UK.
#architecture
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

Foster + Partners Designs High-Rise Office Tower for Sudameris Bank in Asuncion, Paraguay

fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

"Luxury Without Context Is Just Excess": Elisa Orlanski Ours on Bridging Design Vision with Market Realities

fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

Foster + Partners Designs High-Rise Office Tower for Sudameris Bank in Asuncion, Paraguay

fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

"Luxury Without Context Is Just Excess": Elisa Orlanski Ours on Bridging Design Vision with Market Realities

#skyscrapers
London
fromianVisits
6 days ago

The London Buzz - 23rd July 2025

West Londoners with B negative blood type are urgently needed to replenish dangerously low blood supplies.
fromCurbed
6 days ago

The Butchering of a Greenpoint Church

The exterior of the old Lutheran church has been drastically altered, causing outrage among the community.
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Foster + Partners Reveals Central Crossing Mixed-Use Development in Hong Kong

Foster + Partners' new mixed-use development, Central Crossing, integrates historical contexts and modern design in Hong Kong's Central district, promoting urban sensitivity and architecture.
Renovation
#transportation
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Renters now outnumber owners in key U.S. cities. Is the real estate industry paying attention?

Renting is the dominant housing trend in major U.S. cities, reshaping the real estate landscape.
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 week ago

NYC Proposes New Safety Rules For Basement, Backyard Apartments

Our administration is taking an important step toward unlocking thousands of safe, legal homes for New Yorkers. Ancillary dwelling units are a solution to our city's housing crisis that allow homeowners to create new homes for family members or renters while keeping our neighborhoods vibrant and livable.
New York City
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Roelevard Complex / B2Ai + Snhetta

Roelevard revitalizes Roeselare's railway district, creating a mixed-use complex that unifies the urban area and enhances connectivity.
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 week ago

Populous Designs Redevelopment Master Plan for Lisbon's Estadio da Luz

The comprehensive master plan introduces a wide range of new amenities, public spaces, and mixed-use facilities, supporting both Benfica's long-term financial sustainability and its community-focused mission.
Soccer (FIFA)
#affordable-housing
fromtime.com
1 week ago

The New York Socialist Mayor Who Came 100 Years Before Zohran Mamdani

George Lunn's election in 1911 as Schenectady's mayor showcased the potential for a charismatic socialist leader to enact change and address the struggles of the working class.
US politics
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

'All Architecture is Water Architecture': Eva Franch i Gilabert, Mireia Luzarraga and Alejandro Muino on Catalonia's Pavilion in Venice

The project addresses the water crisis by framing architecture as a tool for ecosocial and political engagement.
#housing
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Oakland adds bollards at MacArthur Avenue intersection - and sideshows abate

The addition of vertical hard-plastic bollards at a key intersection in Oakland has dramatically reduced sideshow activities.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

DAM Explores the Challenge of New Urban Neighborhoods in Germany with "Building Cities Today?"

The DAM exhibition showcases nine urban development projects in Germany, focusing on sustainability and social integration.
#biodiversity
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Environment

Co-Designing with Nature: How Communities Are Becoming Stewards of Urban Biodiversity

fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Environment

Co-Designing with Nature: How Communities Are Becoming Stewards of Urban Biodiversity

fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Plans down the pan? Coffee shop proposals stall for Soho public toilet once called 'top cottaging spot in UK'

The Broadwick Street toilets, previously a popular cottaging spot, are back on the market after a stalled lease agreement.
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Longevity Through Renewal: The Enduring Wisdom of Hong Kong's Water Villages

Hong Kong's architectural evolution reflects a shift from ecological harmony to modern detachment from the natural environment.
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's Alleys: Harmood Grove, NW1

Harmood Grove transitioned from industrial use to upmarket flats, while maintaining its original housing count, but now suffers from drug-related issues.
#real-estate
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
SF real estate

5 Key Takeaways: Why Local Homebuyers Are Choosing to Stay in This Expensive Metro

San Francisco is seeing fewer residents moving out and more local interest in home purchases.
fromLiterary Hub
1 week ago
Real estate

Cheesecake

Affluent migration to the city prompted Art's ambition in real estate, establishing him as a Manhattan landlord.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
SF real estate

5 Key Takeaways: Why Local Homebuyers Are Choosing to Stay in This Expensive Metro

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Sunnyvale plans a makeover in the form of Village Centers' but displaced businesses face a difficult future

Fair Oaks Plaza is being redeveloped, affecting longstanding family businesses like Western Pacific Filipino Grocery.
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC subway geyser caused by ancient Manhattan stream

Manhattan's 28th Street Station experiences severe flooding due to its marshland location and inadequate sewer systems during heavy rain.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Williamsburg-Greenpoint Rezoning has complicated legacy 20 years later

The Williamsburg and Greenpoint rezoning has transformed the northern Brooklyn waterfront over 20 years, enhancing green space but increasing resident density.
fromianVisits
1 week ago

The London Buzz - 18th July 2025

Ealing Council has stonewalled a request from the Liberal Democrats for a full review of the troubled Lammas Park Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SuDS).
London
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

The West Bund Grand Theater / SHL

The West Bund is the most rapidly developing arts, culture, and commercial district in Shanghai, located along the banks of the Huangpu River just south of the city center.
Design
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

From Expansion to Enhancement: Shanghai's Urban Development Framework

Shanghai is shifting its urban development strategy from incremental expansion to connotative enhancement, emphasizing quality and resilience.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

What's next for Downtown Doral? Here's a sneak peek at what's rising

Codina Partners has begun construction on Sevilla, a new seven-story residential tower in Downtown Doral, signaling ongoing urban development.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Cult of convenience': how Tokyo's retro shotengai arcades are falling victim to gentrification

Many traditional shopping arcades in Tokyo are at risk of disappearing due to redevelopment pressure.
fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago

City makes initial moves for Palm Park makeover with Shelter House restoration - Austin Monitor

Plans to renovate the Palm Park Shelter House for a new urban park in Downtown Austin have been initiated after receiving approval for historic zoning.
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Heatherwick Studio Designs New 'Lantern Quarter' in Bangkok, Thailand

The complex marks Heatherwick Studio's first project in Thailand, located in Bangkok's Silom district on the historic site of the original Narai Hotel.
Renovation
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Uncle Sam Wants to Fence Off a Lower Manhattan Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Installation of a permanent eight-foot fence will restrict public access to a crucial pedestrian plaza in Manhattan to daylight hours only.
#brooklyn-marine-terminal
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Op-Ed | The Brooklyn Marine Terminal process isn't perfect. That doesn't mean we should give up on it * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Marine Terminal redevelopment plans aim to transform it into a mixed-use space with affordable homes and parks.
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

City to Move Brooklyn Concrete Recycling Facility

Concrete recycling facility in Columbia Street Waterfront District will close by the end of the year for health concerns and to progress Brooklyn Marine Terminal project.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Op-Ed | The Brooklyn Marine Terminal process isn't perfect. That doesn't mean we should give up on it * Brooklyn Paper

#croydon
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Long-delayed Santa Clara project cuts office space - San Jose Spotlight

City officials approved a plan to rezone 98 acres of office space to light industrial, addressing low demand for offices.
San Francisco
fromThesanjoseblog
1 week ago

New Condos Rising on West San Carlos: A Fresh Boost for San Jose Living

The 1470 West San Carlos Street development will create 180 condominiums and mixed-use facilities, enriching San Jose's urban landscape.
Real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Asian City Redefines 'Heritage'-With Beautifully Restored Hotels, a Luxury Train, and the World's Coolest Cocktail Bars

Singapore, established as a trading post, has evolved into a global commercial center prioritizing business and economic growth.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 week ago

Eye on the Hills: Montclair Rite Aid closure will leave big space to fill

The Montclair Village is experiencing significant commercial closures, including Rite Aid and Folks' Art, impacting the local community.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Pittsburg planning downtown makeover with zoning proposals

Pittsburg is transforming its downtown through updates in zoning, facade upgrades, and public art to create a vibrant community hub.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Tottenham's controversial women's training ground plan in Enfield's Whitewebbs Park gets the green light

We are devastated by the decision made by the Deputy Mayor, Jules Pipe, on behalf of the Mayor to allow Spurs to take over our precious public park. This will be a massive loss, both for nature and community.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Dismay after Southampton airport gets permission to cut down cemetery trees

A Labour-led city council faces criticism for supporting the felling of trees in a historic cemetery for airport expansion.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Officials react to proposal for a futuristic AI tech city' on Alameda Point

Abby Thorne-Lyman expressed astonishment at Frontier Valley's announcement, stating, "I guess it was a little hard to believe as a concept because we understand all of the constraints and the visions for that space as being a designated wildlife area."
Silicon Valley
fromIslands
2 weeks ago

Rooftop Lounges And Art Studios Now Rise Above A Long Polluted Canal In New York's New 'It District' - Islands

Gowanus transitions from industrial past to a trendy neighborhood despite pollution challenges.
Environment
fromqns.com
2 weeks ago

Queens Borough Board greenlights major EV charging hub in Springfield Gardens QNS

Queens will see the city's largest electric vehicle charging station created in Springfield Gardens, featuring a minimum of 65 charging stations.
fromwww.newhamrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago

New entrance for east London Tube station to be open from 2028

A new entrance to Stratford station will be built along with a 41-storey tower providing student flats and offices.
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

The Tenderloin got $2M to create a 'greenway.' Years later, it's still an empty road.

"People haven't paid attention to the neighborhood ... You need to be here and try, and see what works."
San Francisco
fromMiami Herald
2 weeks ago

Greater Miami catches up with NYC in one more way: high income inequality

Miami is experiencing severe income inequality, comparable to New York City, as the rich grow richer while many struggle to afford living expenses.
fromEuro Weekly News
3 weeks ago

Barcelona 2026: Tour de France as a statement

The 2026 Tour de France in Barcelona aims to enhance the city's image beyond beaches, showcasing a cultural, architectural, and historical narrative through its Grand Départ.
Barcelona
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
2 weeks ago

After months of backlash, city to close concrete recycling facility in Columbia Waterfront District Brooklyn Paper

The city will close a concrete recycling facility on Columbia Street due to community health concerns and plans for redevelopment.
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

'Motorcyclists are brazenly riding on the pavement - but nobody is doing anything'

Motorcyclists frequently use the pavement in Burleigh Way, Enfield Town, as a thoroughfare, creating daily hazards for children, families, and vulnerable residents.
London politics
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Plans for new Tottenham Hale station entrance put on hold due to soaring costs

Plans for a new entrance to Tottenham Hale station are suspended due to a drastic rise in estimated costs.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Here's how you can have your say on plans to evolve Romford's Liberty shopping centre

Romford residents have been invited to view and give feedback on plans to evolve The Liberty shopping centre later this month, featuring new homes and additional retail space.
Renovation
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's Alleys: Latchmere Passage, SW11

The cobbled passage in Clapham Junction celebrates its 125th anniversary and symbolizes historical development in the area.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn Set For ADA Upgrades Along Eastern Parkway

ADA-compliant improvements are planned for Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights to enhance accessibility and redesign bus stops.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago

More than 25 tree-related planning applications submitted in Croydon

More than 25 applications were lodged for tree maintenance, reduction, or removal; many involved trees protected by Tree Preservation Orders.
Renovation
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago

The Hornchurch park that was once 'famous' after a near-miss Spitfire crash

Hylands Park has a rich history from agricultural land to horse racing and later as a public space.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
2 weeks ago

Manchester to become UK's heat pump capital with historic five-year agreement

Greater Manchester plans to install 64,000 heat pumps by 2030 to become a leader in low-carbon home heating.
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 weeks ago

Park - Tech (Zhongguancun Dongsheng Science Park Phase III) / SOPA

Park-Tech represents the final phase of urban growth in Beijing's Haidian District with innovative architecture.
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