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

• Liu Jiakun is the latest Pritzker Prize winner, and his work beautifully blends traditional Chinese culture with modern architecture.

• Ever wondered about the structural stone in Sagrada Familia? This article takes a closer look at how this material plays a crucial role in Gaudí’s masterpiece, both in terms of strength and aesthetic.

• BIG’s design for Gelephu International Airport brings a whole new level of modern design to Bhutan, all while respecting the local environment and culture.

• Olson Kundig’s Bay FC Training Facility merges cutting-edge sports architecture with nature, creating a space where athletes can perform at their best.

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7 Inspiring Projects Designed by the 2025 Pritzker Prize Laureate Liu Jiakun

Discover the inspiring architectural works of Liu Jiakun, the 2025 Pritzker Prize Laureate, whose projects range from urban developments and museums to memorials, all blending cultural heritage with contemporary design.

Structural Stone in Sagrada Familia: The Art and Math of Restoration

The restoration of the Sagrada Familia combines advanced prefabrication techniques and structural stone to preserve Antoni Gaudi’s architectural vision, bringing the iconic basilica closer to completion.

Gelephu International Airport: BIG’s Take on Sustainable Aviation and Bhutanese Heritage

Gelephu International Airport, Bhutan’s second international airport, combines traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation and is set to handle 5.5 million passengers annually by 2065.

Olson Kundig Designs Bay FC’s New Training Facility on Treasure Island

Olson Kundig has been announced as the architect of the Bay FC Training Facility, a new world-class training center that will be home to Bay Football Club (also known as Bay FC), the Bay Area’s first National Women’s Soccer League team.

Pardee School at Boston University Gets Northeast’s Tallest Mass Timber Building by Diller Scofidio + Renfro

Rising to 186 feet, the new home for the Frederick S. Pardee School for Global Studies will be the tallest mass timber tower in the Northeast United States.

Rem Koolhaas and the Concept of Bigness in Architecture

Rem Koolhaas's concept of "Bigness" challenges architectural norms, proposing that architecture on an immense scale transcends context, becoming an urban engine, collaborative system, or political statement.

8 Underwater Architectural Projects

As we stand at the threshold of an environmental revolution, our connection to the ocean deepens. Consequently, architects are diving beneath the waves to create innovative projects that not only enhance our interaction with marine ecosystems but also prioritize sustainability and research.

Game Changer Duo: The World of Charles and Ray Eames

Best known for their iconic chairs, Charles and Ray Eames worked in different media fields, ranging from architecture, furniture, and textile design, graphic design, painting, and filmmaking.