Architecture

March 5, 2025

This Sustainable Hotel in an Ancient Saudi Arabian Town Glows by Candlelight at Night

Tucked away in the ancient desert town of AlUla, Saudi Arabia, Dar Tantora the House Hotel is like a portal to the past. The hotel has carefully restored the village’s traditional mudbrick architecture, staying true to the techniques passed down through generations. Local artisans have poured their skill and passion into every detail, making sure the spirit of AlUla’s history is preserved. The hotel features 30 unique rooms or “dars” (meaning “house” or “home”)

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February 20, 2025

Frida Kahlo Museum: Iconic Painter’s ‘Blue House’ in Mexico City Offers Insights About Her Life and Work

Mexican painter Frida Kahlo is known for her soulful self-portraits, depicting her passions, struggles, and dreams in bright colors. But it's also easy to lose sight of the human behind the artist—a woman full of curiosity, a lifelong art lover, a disabled creator, and even a beloved host and member of her community.

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February 15, 2025

Zaha Hadid Architects Merges Rome’s Past and Present With Stunning Hotel Design

Under the patient hands of Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA), Rome’s rich heritage has become even clearer. The studio has recently completed its transformation of Palazzo Capponi into an innovative hotel, one that beautifully reflects Rome’s architectural palimpsest at every stage. Nestled in Rome’s historic center, Palazzo Capponi was originally built in the 16th century but includes components from a range of time periods.

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February 8, 2025

Organic Beauty of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater Celebrated in New Coffee Table Book

In 1935, Frank Lloyd Wright designed what would become his triumph in organic architecture. Towering above the waterfalls of Bear Run, in southwestern Pennsylvania, Fallingwater is a dramatic response to the natural world, as evidenced by its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Now, the international treasure is also the subject of an upcoming book published by Rizzoli. Fallingwater: Living With and In Art weaves a rich narrative about Wright’s masterpiece.

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