How might Saudi Vision 2030 giga projects affect the nation’s cities?

The base of Saudi Arabia’s development strategy is the Saudi Vision 2030 Giga projects. These projects, like The Red Sea Project and NEOM, aim to promote sustainability, technological progress, and economic prosperity. Here is an overview of Saudi Vision 2030 giga projects, which includes major projects like The Red Sea Project, Qiddiya and NEOM.

3D Concrete Printing in Construction: Applications, Benefits and Challenges

The construction industry has made significant technological advances in recent times, and one of the greatest breakthroughs is 3D concrete printing. It is a novel technology that involves the harmonic integration of additive manufacturing concepts with traditional building materials, resulting in a completely disruptive approach to conventional designs.

A closer look at the ‘dystopian’ apartment block in China

The modern urban landscape is continually changing, often mirroring the socio-economic and cultural changes of the times. Regent International Apartment Complex in China is one of the interesting examples of this evolution, usually described as a ‘dystopian’ building.

2034 World Cup bid: Saudi Arabia announces 15 stadiums

Saudi Arabia’s plan includes 4 existing venues, 3 new stadiums currently under construction, and 8 planned new stadiums for the World Cup 2034. The country’s ongoing strategy for the games involves refurbishment, new construction, or the addition of temporary facilities.

An Overview of Brutalism in Architecture

Brutalism in architecture mainly emerged during the middle of the 20th century, between the 1950s and 1970s. It is represented by massive, rugged, and often monolithic structures, mostly built from raw concrete and other materials from industry.

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15 trendy AI tools to enhance architectural practices

AI tools are becoming more popular in the rapidly evolving architectural landscape. The integration of AI tools has revolutionized design processes as well as the way architects approach design and project management.

AI is revolutionizing design, but what about ethical considerations?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing various fields, and architecture is no exception. We spoke with pioneers in this transformative technology to gather their insights and visions on how AI will shape the future of architectural design.

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Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 ‘designed for easy disassembly’

Luxembourg has revealed the concept of its pavilion for the Osaka 2025 World Expo, titled “Doki-Doki—The Luxembourg Heartbeat.” The pavilion was designed by the local architects of STDM Architects Urbanistes in collaboration with Japan’s MIKAN.

Latest images of NEOM Trojena construction site

Trojena, one of several proposed NEOM zones, will be 50 kilometers from the Gulf of Aqaba and will comprise a ski community. The project is currently being built and should be finished by 2026. The area hopes to draw 700,000 tourists and 7,000 long-term inhabitants by 2030.

Stable Fast 3D: Stability AI introduces 3D asset generator

Stability AI announced a new tool called Stable Fast 3D, which enables users to generate 3D assets from a single image. According to the company, users will be able to generate 3D visuals in just 0.5 seconds.

Nuru Karim will be a speaker at CD NEXT 17

Nuru Karim is the founder & principal of Nudes. Karim has also achieved critical recognition and several design awards, including a nomination for the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2013 cycle. The conference is scheduled for August 24–25, 2024, and will include workshops, panel discussions, tech demos, and presentations.