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Zero-carbon Forbes International Tower, designed by AS+GG Architecture, proposed for Egypt's new capital

Archinect

Forbes and Egyptian real estate development company Magnom Properties have announced plans to construct a 55-story zero-carbon commercial tower in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital outside of Cairo. Called the Forbes International Tower, this marks the first time the media giant has branded a commercial tower.

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Architecture and the Economy: Inside China’s Ghost Cities

Architizer

In recent months, as rumors of China’s economic crisis have spread, the images that seem to interest people the most are photographs of China’s so-called “ghost cities” — urban developments that are eerily under-occupied. Investment is largely going into, as I said, infrastructure, real estate.

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"Cities are branding themselves into predictably unique products"

Deezen

Market forces are pushing cities towards a shallow and Instagram-friendly impression of authenticity that makes everywhere feel the same, writes David A Banks. Everywhere looks the same, even as each city proclaims louder than ever that they are unique and different. Maybe you detected it before the lockdown too.

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News: ACSA and Buell Center select 2024 winners of Course Development Prize in Architecture, Climate Change, and Society

Bustler

This proposal is the first of a multi-year, research studio that will explore how earth-based construction (compressed earth block) might be leveraged for sustainable urban development (housing) in the Phoenix metropolitan region.

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Ellsworth testifies for NYC

Architecture Here and There

I’m an economist and I specialize in economic development. I believe that the project concept and the choice of project site violate the UDC [Urban Development Corporation] Act [of 1968]. Since when is a Class A office monoculture the apex outcome for cities? By what legitimate theory of economic growth is that the case?

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Five key projects by architect and Dezeen Awards judge Francine Houben

Deezen

She is currently overseeing a diverse range of projects spanning cultural, educational, residential, and urban developments. From designing innovative mixed-use developments to revitalizing historic landmarks, our team is committed to creating architecture that enriches lives and enhances communities."

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Does Historic Preservation Have a Future in America’s Imploding Cities?

Architectural Observer

Many of our preservation-worthy structures are located in big cities and many of those cities are not just struggling, they’re becoming unlivable. Unlivable as in commercial real estate is tanking. Videos abound on YouTube which document the very real and growing problem. Unlivable as in crime is rampant.

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