For today’s edition, we’ve got a bundle of interesting articles, insights, and trends just for you. Let’s take a look:

• The Empire State Building is not just a symbol of New York—it’s becoming a model for sustainability, with impressive upgrades to improve energy efficiency in one of the world’s most iconic skyscrapers.

• 3D-printed wall panels are making waves in construction. They’re offering more sustainable, efficient, and flexible solutions to building design.

• LaGuardia Airport Terminal B is a great example of how modern terminals can be more functional and enjoyable.

• The Shenzhen Natural History Museum is a stunning blend of nature and architecture, with a design that draws inspiration from rivers.

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Refitting History: Empire State Building and How It Became an Energy-Efficient Skyscraper

The Empire State Building, an Art Deco icon completed in 1931, has evolved from a symbol of modernity to a beacon of sustainability, blending historical significance with eco-friendly innovation.

The Future of Architectural Design: 3D-Printed Wall Panels

3D printing is revolutionizing architectural design, enabling the creation of customized, sustainable, and cost-effective wall panels with intricate textures and built-in functions, transforming how we approach both aesthetic and functional construction.

Modernizing LaGuardia Terminal B: A Case Study in Efficiency, Creativity, and New York Spirit

LaGuardia Airport Terminal B has undergone a $5 billion transformation, featuring innovative 'Island and Bridges' design concepts, improved sustainability, and award-winning architectural features, setting a new standard in airport modernization.

3XN, B+H, and Zhubo’s Shenzhen Natural History Museum Tops Out in China

The Shenzhen Natural History Museum, designed by B+H-3XN-Zhubo, embodies riverfront culture with its "Delta" design, celebrating the timeless flow of water.

Wooden Wave Benches at HomeRise at Mission Bay

Supporting formerly unhoused individuals, this new development for HomeRise is located in the heart of the Mission Bay South development along the San Francisco waterfront. The project provides studio apartments and ground-level support services for 140 adults exiting homelessness.

Kuwait Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka: A Visionary Lighthouse

The Kuwait Pavilion's architecture and exhibition for World Expo 2025 in Osaka were unveiled in Tokyo, showcasing the ambitious project to distinguished guests from various sectors.

Human Civilization’s First Settlements: 10 of The Oldest Cities

Explore the origins of urbanization and the first cities that laid the foundation for modern civilization in our latest article on the 10 oldest settlements that shaped human history.

THE LEAVES by Davide Macullo Architects: A Geometric Tower that Responds to Daylight

The Leaves by Davide Macullo Architects is a geometric tower designed to harmonize with Vlore’s natural landscape, using form and material to respond to daylight while respecting the sacred energy of the site.

Dib Bangkok to Open as Thailand’s First Contemporary Art Museum This December

WHY Architecture has revealed new images of the Dib Bangkok Museum, set to be Thailand’s first museum dedicated to international contemporary art.