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Modern cities often feel soulless—a monotony of glass, steel, and concrete boxes. What happened to buildings that inspire awe? Architecture used to reflect identity, culture, and meaning. Today, it’s become a global uniform—a style that looks the same whether you’re in New York, Beijing, or Milan. But the tide is shifting, and the potential for... The post Why the World Needs Beautiful Architecture Again appeared first on The Architectural Uprising.
Dresden, a stunning city in Germany, was nearly wiped out during World War II when it was bombed, leaving only ruins behind. But its story didn’t end there—this is a tale of how Dresden came back to life, and rose from the ashes like a phoenix. Before the war, Dresden was known as the “Jewel... The post How Germany’s Most Beautiful City Was Destroyed… and Rebuilt appeared first on The Architectural Uprising.
The Classic Planning Herald International is a new quarterly magazine from the Classic Planning Institute. The project offers insights into what is happening in the New Traditional Architecture community and aims to challenge the modernist dogma. In this article, Michelle Sofge will tell us more about the Herald’s mission, its open approach to partnerships, and... The post The Classic Planning Herald International: A Window into the Global New Traditional Architecture Movement appeared first on The Architectural Uprising.
We invite all readers to contribute to an architectural competition to reimagine the façade of a significant building on Madrid’s famous Gran Vía. This competition focuses on number 19, the Court of Contentious-Administrative No. 10 headquarters, originally built in 1921 and renovated in the 1970s. Gran Vía, a vibrant commercial artery known for its early... The post Join the Architectural Competition to Reimagine Gran Vía’s Iconic Façade appeared first on The Architectural Uprising.
We invite all readers to contribute to an architectural competition to reimagine the façade of a significant building on Madrid’s famous Gran Vía. This competition focuses on number 19, the Court of Contentious-Administrative No. 10 headquarters, originally built in 1921 and renovated in the 1970s. Gran Vía, a vibrant commercial artery known for its early... The post Join the Architectural Competition to Reimagine Gran Vía’s Iconic Façade appeared first on The Architectural Uprising.
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Archinect’s 2025 roundup of summer architecture programs continues with Part 2, focusing on opportunities for high school graduates, college students, and adults of all experience levels. Whether you're exploring architecture for the first time or seeking to deepen your knowledge in a specialized area, these courses and workshops — hosted by top academic institutions and organizations across the U.S. — offer a valuable introduction to architectural education. From foundational design skills to advanced topics, there’s something for everyone. Apply early, as spots fill up fast! If you're interested in summer programs for kids and high school students, check out our recently published Part 1.
In the heart of Berlin’s Tempelhof-Schöneberg district, an unusual concrete cylinder sits as an abandoned eyesore. At first sight, it might be mistaken for a deteriorating grain silo or a remnant of Cold War infrastructure. But this peculiar structure, known officially as the Schwerbelastungskörper (“heavy load-bearing body”), carries a darker history: it was the first
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