LABarq Unveils Capuchinas House in Querétaro for 2026 Completion
LABarq's Capuchinas House in Querétaro, Mexico, is a 477 m2 sustainable residential project set for 2026 completion, showcasing climate-responsive design and natural materials.
Measuring Construction Material Life Cycles Enhances Sustainability
Construction materials significantly impact global energy use and emissions. Agustina Iñiguez's ArchDaily article explains life cycle assessment methods, helping AECM professionals adopt sustainable materials and circular economy practices to meet environmental goals.
Estudio Úbeda Valero Transforms Squash Court into Multi-Sport Facility
Estudio Úbeda Valero and Roque Carlos Valero repurposed a 1,000 m² squash court in Alacant, Spain, into a multi-sport facility using adaptive reuse and modular design, set for completion in 2025. This project demonstrates efficient space optimization and sustainable construction practices relevant t
PORO Arquitetura Unveils Sustainable Perobinha House in Brazil
PORO Arquitetura completed the sustainable 120 m2 Perobinha House in Ceara, Brazil, in 2024, showcasing climate-responsive coastal design and local materials. This project highlights practical strategies for energy-efficient residential construction in tropical environments.
Synergi Delivers Custom Curved Staircase for Coinbase NYC
Synergi engineered and fabricated a custom curved staircase for Coinbase's NYC office, combining structural performance with sculptural design. The project highlights precision metalwork and mixed materials, setting new standards for architectural features in commercial spaces.
Nashville Motel Transformed into Award-Winning Affordable Apartments
Openworks transformed a 1970s Super 8 motel in Nashville into The Wilder, an award-winning affordable apartment complex, showcasing adaptive reuse benefits for multifamily construction.
Office-to-Housing Conversions Rose 28% in 2023
Office-to-residential conversions surged 28% in 2023, led by New York City, signaling increased demand for urban housing and new challenges for AECM professionals in retrofitting office buildings.
Mohammed Al Kharafi & Sons Secures $545M HAYAT Project Contract
Mohammed Al Kharafi & Sons won a $544.59 million contract from Dubai South Properties to build several phases of the HAYAT mixed-use project, signaling major construction activity and opportunities for AECM professionals in Dubai South.
Industrial Construction Faces Volatility Despite Investment Surge
Despite a surge in industrial construction investments, political instability and power challenges threaten project timelines and costs, demanding adaptive strategies from AECM professionals.
