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Nine surprising art deco hotspots around the world

Deezen

From Montevideo to Manila, we shine a light on cities around the globe with an unexpected collection of art deco buildings as part of our Art Deco Centenary series. Napier's high concentration of art deco buildings is the result of an earthquake in 1931, which sparked fires that destroyed most of the city's commercial centre.

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UNStudio debuts K.Wah G72 mixed-use development in Nanjing

Archinect

Image courtesy UNStudio Ben van Berkel, the studio’s founder and principal architect, shared: “The Nanjing K.Wah G72 mixed-use development will serve as a one-stop destination in which lifestyle, innovation and work are brought together.

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Void or Venue? 6 Public Square Designs That Think Outside the Box

Architizer

The urban structure comprises several circular openings that allow natural light to penetrate the lower level, while others act as plant pots for vegetation. V- Plaza Urban Development By 3deluxe , Kaunas, Lithuania Situated amongst a series of cultural buildings, V-Plaza is redesigned to cater to the needs of a more contemporary city.

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Adaptive Reuse Revolution: 7 Commercial Projects Potently Preserving the Past

Architizer

These seven winning commercial projects from the 11 th A+Awards exemplify how radical reuse can elevate our skylines. Ombú By Foster + Partners , Madrid, Spain Jury Winner, 11 th Annual A+Awards, Sustainable Commercial Building In another life, this magnificent early 20th-century edifice supplied energy to its local district in Madrid.

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Passeig de Gràcia by URBIDERMIS SANTA & COLE | Manufacturer references

Architonic

Overhaul of an avenue in an Art Nouveau setting. Urban design and architectural heritage. As time went by, commercial activity gradually shifted from the Rambla area towards the Eixample district. This was all taking pla…

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Tirana’s Radical Transformation: How Albania’s Capital is Defying Tradition and Rewriting Its Future

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Yet, Tirana is now defying these challenges, leading a new wave of urban development that is rewriting its future. It wasn’t until when the economy started to grow in the 2000s that Tirana’s leadership made urban development a key priority. So, how did this come about?

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A City Within a City: How Micro-City Design Breathes New Life into Multi-Use Concepts

Architizer

As you step through its doors, you enter a world where residences seamlessly blend with vibrant commercial areas. The ground floor might house a café, a shared workspace, a fitness center, an art gallery or a dental clinic, creating a dynamic ecosystem that mirrors the diverse heartbeat of a city.

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