Zaha Hadid Architects-designed soccer stadium kicks off in China

Zaha Hadid Architects has been commissioned to create a new soccer stadium in China. The striking curved building is designed to mitigate the effects of the weather and will feature a significant amount of greenery integrated into its facades.

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Visitors to transparent bathroom won’t be caught with their pants down

The Japanese have unusual bathrooms, but we'd guess most prefer to use them without an audience. So what's the deal with these see-through public toilets by Shigeru Ban? Though they're transparent when not in use, they turn opaque when occupied.

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Dilapidated Czech ruin harbors 21st century surprise

Commissioned to turn an old dilapidated building into a residence, ORA considered a typical restoration. However, the firm says it was "a ruin to the bone," and decided to tear down the interior and insert a new modern home within instead.

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Unusual twisting tower turns heads in San Francisco

Residents have begun moving into a new luxury tower by Studio Gang. Named Mira, it stands out among San Francisco’s busy skyline with an unusual design that twists as it rises. It also has sustainable features, such as rainwater collection.

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Experimental shelters sport paper-thin walls – literally

When you think of papier-mâché, school art projects and carnival floats may come to mind, but a team of architects has used strips of recycled paper and non-toxic glue to create pair of simple prototype shelters in rural Texas.

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BIG’s sustainable factory will be a Plus for hikers

BIG has a habit of producing architecture that serves a dual purpose and now its upcoming furniture factory will also double as a hiking and camping destination. The project will boast solar power and efficient heating and cooling systems too.

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MAD’s waterfront park will be defined by unusual stone-like buildings

MAD Architects has revealed a major project for Shenzhen, China. Named Shenzhen Bay Culture Park, it will create a new public park on the waterfront with a museum, theater, and more, and will be defined by unusual large stone-like buildings.

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Spiraling garden terraces to wrap Vivo HQ in greenery

Construction work is underway on an eye-catching new skyscraper in Shenzhen, China. Designed by NBBJ, the 32-story building will serve as a new HQ for technology firm Vivo and will feature multiple levels of garden terraces on its exterior.

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Under-construction college campus offers lessons in sustainability

UNStudio has announced that construction is underway on a new college campus building in the Netherlands. Once work is completed, students will be hitting the books in a flexible and energy-efficient space that integrates greenery on its facade.

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