Maracanã Stadium Rio 2016 Venue, Brasil arena
Design: Fernandes/Arquitetos Associados. Legendary Maracanã Stadium building stages the Rio 2016 opening ceremony. Construction of this famous Brazilian arena was completed in 1950.
Al Bahar Towers Abu Dhabi buildings
British architectural practice, Aedas, has pioneered a new technique that could revolutionise the approach to building in extreme climates. Al Bahr Towers in Abu Dhabi is the first large-scale commercial project in the world to feature a dynamic, intelligent façade that cools or insulates the building in direct response to the sun’s movement.
Polish Vodka Museum Warsaw, Poland
Polish Vodka Museum Warsaw building design by Nizio Design International studio – the first Polish Vodka Museum in the world openson the premises of a revitalized 19th century vodka factory complex.
The Sixth Belfast Office Building by AHMM
The Sixth Belfast Office Building – with first city rooftop running track, at the former Belfast Telegraph building, part of a £75m regeneration development.
Burj 2020 Dubai Tower Building
Architects: RNL Design – Burj 2020 master plan creates an integrated design accommodating the world’s tallest commercial tower, enhancing the Jumeirah Lakes Towers development.
Smart Dubai in UAE Office Building by dwp
Designed by dwp the Smart Dubai workplace incorporates cutting edge technology with the latest in sustainability measures, creating a workplace that encourages multidisciplinary collaboration through intelligent space planning, flexible workspaces and beautiful aesthetics.
Scavenger Studio, Puget Sound, Washington
Designed by Eerkes Architects Scavenger Studio is a 914-sqft studio designed for an artist/activist in the woods in rural Washington state, built using as much free-cycled material as possible.
Cayan Tower – Twisting Dubai Skyscraper
Cayan Tower broke the record for the tallest twisted architectural creation in the world, 310-meter high helix structure, skyscraper building design by Skidmore Owings & Merrill (SOM), architects.
INDEX Dubai Sleep Challenge, UAE
The first ever INDEX Dubai Sleep challenge, sponsored by DeRUCCI – see who can enjoy the longest, most peaceful snooze right in the middle of the exhibition floor at the Middle East’s leading interiors exhibition.
New Homes in Southall, Ealing Property, London
Assael Architecture and developer Montreaux submit plans to develop 2,000 new homes in Southall, Ealing, with original façade of the Maypole factory and Sunrise Radio building retained.
Camden Council West End Project, London
Camden Council West End Project in London by LDA Design – transformation of Princes Circus, and Alfred Place and Whitfield Gardens off Tottenham Court Road, part of £35m project.
Apartment in Kyiv Downtown by Dreamdesign
Apartment in Kyiv Downtown by Dreamdesign – driven by architecture of the building, the historical context around it, the view on St. Sophia Cathedral from the apartment’s windows, and the unique atmosphere of the old city.
Magnolia House in Toronto, Rosedale property
A century old home by early twentieth century architect Hamilton Townsend in Toronto’s characteristic Rosedale neighbourhood. In 2016, it was revived by William Dewson Architects, who has done comparable work to Townsend’s Rosedale homes for over a decade.
Loft Panzerhalle in Salzburg, Austrian Home
During the annual gala held in Toronto, 64 finalists from more than 950 submissions competed for the trophy. The Loft Panzerhalle, by smartvoll Architekten, won the award in the residential interior category.