ARCHITECTURE

Apr 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Europe Bets Big on Quantum Computing to Stay Ahead

The European Union is making a bold move to lead the world in quantum computing by teaming up with 13 partners across eight countries in the Lumi-Q project. This effort isn’t about replacing the supercomputers we already rely on. Instead, it’s about combining the strengths of both classical and quan

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Apr 04 2026ENVIRONMENT

Living with Water: Buildings That Float Instead of Sink

Water covers most of Earth but most humans still build on land. That’s changing as architects try new ways to live above water without planting foundations into the mud. Instead of digging deep into the ground, these buildings use hollow concrete boxes or recycled plastic barrels to stay afloat. The

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Apr 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Building for Healing: A Fresh Take on Healthcare Design in Sopot

A new healthcare facility in Sopot, Poland, is turning patient recovery into an architectural priority. Instead of just focusing on function, the Wave 4 & 5 ECR Health Care Complex aims to blend healing with smart design. The building covers 4, 744 square meters and is set to open in 2025. Architect

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Mar 07 2026SCIENCE

Roots Show How Plants Balance Growth and Survival

In forests of North Patagonia, scientists looked at how the shape of a plant’s root system affects tiny roots that do most of the work. They studied eight perennial herb species, half of which grow a single main root (tap‑rooted) and the other half grow many small roots from the stem (adventitious).

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Feb 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Redesign of a Shipyard Office Turns Space into Collaboration

The new office for Imabari Shipbuilding’s Marugame site was finished in 2025. It covers 8, 489 square metres and is located on a former industrial plot that once stretched over 0. 88 km². Architects Yano Toshihiro and Eriko Aoyama, working with designer Rin Nishikawa, saw a chance to bring together

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Feb 12 2026SCIENCE

Building Smarter: How Designers Can Harness Wind for Greener Architecture

In the fight against climate change, architects are looking for ways to make buildings more eco-friendly. One big challenge is figuring out how wind affects buildings early in the design process. Most tools for this job are used late in the game, but small changes early on can make a huge difference

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Jan 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Local Stages and Screens: A Mix of Fun and Learning

Stage 13 is bringing the hit musical "Mean Girls" to life in Little Rock. This show is based on the popular movie and book by Tina Fey. It tells the story of Cady Heron, a girl who goes from being homeschooled to dealing with the drama of high school. Sascha Bass is playing Cady, and the performance

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Jan 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

Building Smarter: How Taking Apart Can Help Us Build Better

Panasonic is making waves with a new approach to product design. They are using robots and smart software to make appliances easier to take apart. This isn't just about fixing things; it's about making products last longer and reducing waste. The idea is to design products that can be easily disasse

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Jan 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Fresh Look at New Museum's Big Comeback

The New Museum is making a big splash with its grand reopening on March 21. After a decade of planning and over three years of construction, the museum is doubling its gallery space. This expansion includes a new area for artists to live and work, as well as programs for the community. The museum,

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Jan 11 2026LIFESTYLE

A Unique Home in the Sky: How Two Penthouse Apartments Became One

In the heart of Hanoi, something special is happening. A young family is about to move into a home that is anything but ordinary. It is not just one penthouse, but two combined into one. This is the Khai Son Duo Penthouse, a project by Idee architects. The idea was to create a home that flows seaml

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