OCT OH BAY Park, China
Laguarda.Low Architects' concept for the 128-acre park is a representation of growth, joining commerce with world-class cultural facilities. The program features four primary zones — East and West Waterfront Retail Park; Urban Business Center; and Waterfront Cultural Park. With 1.5 million square feet of mixed-use expansion, OCT OH BAY seamlessly links nature and urban life along a spectacular waterfront in the district of Bao’an, in the city of Shenzhen. OCT OH BAY was opened in…
Reviving Historic Knubben Bath, Norway
Originally designed by architect Ketil Ugland in 1937, the Historic Knubben Bath was used by Arendal Swimming Club for diving competitions, swimming training and other aquatic activities. In 1947, the harbor bath closed its doors before being taken back into use during the 1960s, this time as a jazz club. The Knubben bath is "one of the clearest examples of functionalistic architecture in Norway" and "a small yet elegant example of the modernist spirit". …
2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
The Chevrolet Corvette (C8) is the eighth generation of the Corvette sports car manufactured by American automobile manufacturer Chevrolet. Corvette (C8) is the first mid-engine Corvette since the model's introduction in 1953, differing from the traditional front-engine design. The Z06 will have three trim levels adding various interior comfort and technology upgrades: 1LZ, 2LZ, and 3LZ. Additionally, the Z07 Performance Package can be applied to any trim that adds improved brakes, carbon fiber aerodynamic elements,…
Nanjing Xinjiekou Suning Plaza, China
Nanjing Xinjiekou Suning Plaza, designed by Aedas, is nestled at the heart of Nanjing’s ancient city and one of the first modern business districts of China. The project is a 360m skyscraper with a 5 level podium, comprising one 35000sqm 5-star hotel, 125000sqm Grade-A offices and 18000sqm high-end retail spaces. A specialty restaurant is also set on the rooftop featuring a water curtain falling from the rooftop. The building mass is…
Masaryčka Building, Prague
Construction of Zaha Hadid Architects' Masaryčka building in Prague continues with the structure of the retail levels on the ground and first floors now completed. Works have begun to construct the higher floors of cantilevered offices with terraced roof gardens. Planned to open in 2023, the 28,000 sq.m Masaryčka building incorporates seven storeys within its eastern section and reaches nine storeys at its western end. The architecture is defined by…
