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The best architecture museums in the US
Though there are thousands of museums dedicated to art and architecture combined, there aren’t quite as many dedicated solely to the latter.
But the ones that are, well, they’re pretty darn amazing.
Here are our top five favourite architecture museums – and why you should love them, too.
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Barbie Dream House Competition winners announced
In May, The American Institute of Architects launched a competition with girls in mind.
Also this year, Barbie is unveiling the I Can Be … Architect, encouraging girls to pursue a career in architecture.
This resulted in the Architect Barbie Dream House Design Competition.
And winners have been chosen.
Glimpses of New York and Amsterdam in 2040
Both Amsterdam and New York are exploring their futures in the long-term. The cities have been affected by various circumstances, such as shifting demographics, changes in climate, energy transitions, and global economic patterns.
And so, together, the Center for Architecture in New York and the Amsterdam Centre for Architecture are looking into the future of these cities. Continue Reading
Our favourite architecture books
Whether you love architecture yourself, or you're looking to buy someone an awesome gift, we've rounded up our top books based on the art of Continue Reading
Our favorite 6 NYC buildings
Sure, we know the Empire State Building. And we're familiar with our lady, the Statue of Liberty. But there are so many incredible buildings in Continue Reading
Taking an architecture-inspired trip
If you're planning a summer getaway and would like to check out the local architecture, it's not a bad idea. Many folks sign-up for travel Continue Reading
Green houses – good for the earth and the eyes
A new exhibition at the Yale School of Architecture features building green houses and the know-how needed. “The Green House: New Directions in Sustainable Architecture and Continue Reading
New York Designs 2010: call for submissions
The Architectural League of New York is hosting an ongoing call for
Billionaire Koch to remake Met
In an interview on Thursday, billionaire David H. Koch announced plans for
Coming soon: Ground Zero hotel
Although some may view the memories of September 11th as sadness and
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