Architecture

May 18, 2025

Immersive LED Displays Transform a Korean Resort Into a Shimmering Crystal Palace

In 1851, London hosted the Great Exhibition in what would become one of the world’s finest examples of modern architecture: the Crystal Palace. Complete with dramatic arches and a shimmering, transparent facade, the palace was absolutely gargantuan. It integrated 293,000 panes of glass, a 128-foot-high ceiling, and housed more than 14,000 exhibitors from around the world.

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May 17, 2025

Luxury Resort on Dubai’s Coast Inspired by the Elegance of Superyachts

Inspired by the elegance of superyachts, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab has opened on the Dubai coastline. The hotel, created by architect Shaun Killa of Killa Design, is situated between the Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel, which are shaped like a sail and a wave, respectively. Completing Jumeirah's trilogy of nautical hotels, Marsa Al Arab's fluid architecture creates the illusion of movement.

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May 3, 2025

New Gelephu International Airport Is a Celebration of Bhutanese Culture and Heritage

While many dread spending long hours in an airport, the new Gelephu International Airport in Bhutan is so beautiful that you might just want to miss your flight. Set to open in 2029, the 68,000-square-meter terminal in Gelephu is being designed by the renowned architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), which has just revealed its stunning details. Gelephu International Airport will be Bhutan’s second international airport and is set to accommodate 5.

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