Architecture

Divine Canopy: Diller Scofidio + Renfro Unveils Sculptural Roof for Qatar's Groundbreaking Women's Mosque Doha, Qatar – Breaking new ground in both spiritual architecture and gender-inclusive design, the renowned American firm Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R) has completed a remarkable women's mosque in Qatar, featuring a truly awe-inspiring sculptural roof that redefines traditional mosque typology.1 The Al-Mujadilah Centre and Mosque for Women, located in Doha's Education City, stands as a testament to contemporary design's ability to honor heritage while fostering progressive social and educational roles.2 Conceived by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, Al-Mujadilah – meaning...

Cheers to That! Estudio ALA Expands Mezcal Distillery in Mexico: Architecture That Gets You Buzzed (in a Good Way!) Oaxaca, Mexico – Ever dreamt of a mezcal distillery so stunning, you'd want to pack your bags and move in? Well, Estudio ALA just made that dream a concrete (and agave-infused) reality! Nestled amidst the rolling agave fields of Oaxaca, Mexico, they've expanded a mezcal distillery in a way that not only honors the tradition of this spirited drink but is also a work of art that makes you want to raise a glass! Forget boring, smoke-filled factories. Here, architecture blends...

Kieron Gait Architects Transforms Balmoral Hillside House with a Timber-Framed Undercroft In the vibrant landscape of Brisbane, Australia, Kieron Gait Architects has completed a remarkable update to the Balmoral Hillside House, a 1990s "Queenslander" style dwelling. The primary intervention focuses on the transformation of the "undercroft" – the elevated space beneath the house – turning it into a vital, fluid area that redefines the relationship between the interior and the lush surrounding garden. Traditionally, Queenslander homes are characterised by their living spaces being raised on stilts above an open undercroft, an adaptation to the subtropical climate. However, for the Balmoral...

Play Pavilion Commission by Sir Peter Cook in partnership with the LEGO Group Special public art commission exploring the creative power of play Coinciding with World Play Day on 11 June, Serpentine, in collaboration with the LEGO Group, presents the Play Pavilion. This new vibrant and interactive public art commission is situated alongside Serpentine South. The public art project, designed by British architect Sir Peter Cook, invites visitors of all ages to engage with the creative possibilities of play as a fundamental human impulse. Incorporating LEGO® Bricks into the design, the Play Pavilion commission offers an immersive three-dimensional environment in which play becomes both...

Beverly Hills’ Prettiest Mansion Brunette knockout Christina Estrada modeled for some of the world’s top brands and appeared in the famous Pirelli calendar. Born in the USA, the glamorous Estrada has been based in London since 1998. She was previously married to Saudi billionaire Sheikh Walid Juffali, but the couple divorced in 2016, leaving Estrada the sole owner of a fabulous Beverly Hills villa. The supermodel has listed the stunning estate for sale at $26 million. According to the listing agent, Gary Gold, "This is the quintessential Beverly Hills estate located on the best block of the best street in...