ZHA Unveils Futuristic Desert City

Zaha Hadid Architects has unveiled plans for Khalid Bin Sultan City, a futuristic oasis in Sharjah’s desert!

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Yagmur Baydır
July 07, 2025

In today’s edition, we’ve gathered a mix of exciting innovations, timeless designs, and the latest trends. Let’s take a look:

  • Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will redefine the winter sports experience, blending sustainable design with innovative venues for an unforgettable event.

  • Zaha Hadid Architects designs a garden city in the desert of Sharjah: Khalid Bin Sultan City.

  • Apple Store Architecture continues to redefine retail with its sleek, minimalist designs.

  • Known as The Pearl, the new Kuwait University Convocation Hall, designed by SOM, serves as both a ceremonial landmark and the symbolic heart of Kuwait University’s expanding campus.

  • TA.Tamu is a lightweight, foldable, 3D-printed chair that pushes the boundaries of sustainable, material-efficient design.

  • Along Sydney’s famous waterfront, the Sydney Harbourside Redevelopment is a groundbreaking project by Snøhetta & Hassell that reimagines the city’s waterfront.

  • Emre Arolat Architecture proposes a Mediterranean-inspired design, creating a flexible, sustainable living space in the fire-affected Los Angeles landscape.

  • Studio Gang’s Elevated Walkway in Denver focuses on enhancing the pedestrian connectivity, reducing vehicular dominance, and offering a new public realm that reflects the history, culture, and future of the city.

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Le Corbusier

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