Located in Abu Dhabi, UAE, this interfaith complex includes a mosque, a church, and a synagogue—three cubic structures of equal size. It aims to foster religious coexistence and dialogue.
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A luxury high-rise in Manhattan, New York, this residential tower features hand-cast concrete and large arched windows. It references New York’s historic masonry and offers 242 residences with retail and amenities.
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Ghana’s debut pavilion at the Venice Biennale featured earth-toned elliptical chambers inspired by traditional West African structures. Designed to blend contemporary art with cultural heritage.
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Located in San Antonio, Texas, Ruby City is a contemporary art center made of red-hued precast concrete. It draws from Spanish colonial and regional architecture to house the Linda Pace Foundation’s collection.
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A landmark Smithsonian museum in Washington, D.C., its bronze-laced lattice exterior honors the ironwork crafted by enslaved artisans. The museum is a major cultural and historical archive.
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This Beirut-based project merges high-end retail with a contemporary art museum. Its bold red ceramic tile façade challenges the separation of commerce and culture.
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In Harlem, New York, this affordable housing development includes a preschool and a children’s museum. The project embodies Adjaye’s belief in architecture as a vehicle for social change.
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Located in Washington, D.C., this light-filled library features a transparent, glass-walled exterior that invites community engagement and openness.
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This memorial and educational space in London commemorates Stephen Lawrence while supporting opportunities for young Black professionals. The building promotes empowerment through education and design.
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In Tottenham, London, this center hosts multicultural performances, studios, and events. It serves as both a tribute to MP Bernie Grant and a local cultural venue.
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A contemporary art space in London’s Shoreditch neighborhood that promotes cultural diversity in visual arts. The center also hosts events and learning programs.
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Formerly a railway station, this Oslo-based project now serves as a museum and learning hub highlighting Nobel laureates and peace initiatives.
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An art-meets-architecture renovation project in East London for artists Tim Noble and Sue Webster. Its bold black exterior and minimalist form blur the line between living space and art installation.
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