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London's Public Toilet Renaissance: A Civic Revival

Discover how architects and councils are fighting the 40% decline in UK public toilets with beautiful, functional designs in London, from Woolwich to Westminster. Could this be the start of a new civic pride?

Architects lead a public toilet revival in London

A new wave of architects, backed by councils, is designing beautiful and functional public toilets across London, aiming to restore civic pride and address a 40% decline in facilities.

France's New Mandatory Civic Test for Residency

France will require all applicants for multi-year residency to pass a 40-question test on French history, culture, and values from next year. Discover the details and sample questions.

Frank Gehry's Stunning California Architecture

Explore the iconic Californian buildings of Frank Gehry, the visionary architect who reshaped American architecture with bold shapes and unconventional materials. Discover his legacy.

Council removes Aboriginal flags, restricts ceremonies

A New South Wales council has voted to remove Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags from chambers and require approval for Welcome to Country ceremonies. The controversial decision has sparked debate over civic neutrality and recognition.

2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards Winners Revealed

Discover the winners of the 2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards, celebrating innovative designs from church conversions to sustainable visitor centres. Explore the full list of groundbreaking projects now.

US Town Bans Email Complaints After Spam

A New York suburb forces residents to complain in person after officials were inundated with hundreds of bogus online grievances, wasting vital resources.

Australia's 2025 Architecture Award Winners Revealed

Explore the groundbreaking projects that claimed top honours at Australia's National Architecture Awards 2025, featuring innovative designs reshaping urban landscapes and community spaces across the continent.

Boston removes Catholic saints from city pledge

In a controversial move that's dividing the community, Boston's City Council has eliminated references to Catholic saints from its traditional pledge, sparking debate about religious heritage and modern inclusivity.

Scotland's Modernist Beach House Masterpiece

Discover the breathtaking modernist beach house perched dramatically on Scotland's coastline, where architectural brilliance meets spectacular natural beauty in Argyll and Bute.

RIBA confirms move from London to East Sussex

The Royal Institute of British Architects announces dramatic move from its prestigious London headquarters to rural East Sussex, marking the most significant change in its 190-year history.

Appleby Almshouse wins 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize

A transformative social housing project in Cambridge has won the prestigious 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize, redefining affordable living through exceptional architecture and community-focused design.

Nazi bunker transformed into luxury Hamburg hotel

Discover how a former Nazi communications bunker in Hamburg has been miraculously transformed into a luxurious four-star hotel, blending dark history with contemporary design and sustainable tourism.

Prague Named World's Most Beautiful City

Discover why Prague has been crowned the world's most beautiful city, beating iconic destinations like Paris and Venice with its fairytale architecture and romantic charm.

Spain's Curved Concrete Wonder: 21st Century's Best House

Discover Casa Alesón - a revolutionary curved concrete house in Spain's wildest landscape that's been crowned the 21st century's best architectural achievement, offering an unparalleled luxury escape without a single right angle.

UK's Smallest Castle For Sale - £330,000

Molly's Lodge in Powys, Wales - officially Britain's tiniest castle - hits the market at an astonishing £330,000, offering a unique opportunity to own a genuine piece of architectural history.

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