Virgin Hyperloop; World's First Hyperloop Passenger Test
Hyperloop will fundamentally change the way we travel, and in the process, redefine the parameters that shape any mode of transportation. Hyperloop was first conceived by Tesla and Space X founder Elon Musk in 2013 as a system of partially depressurized tubes that pods travel through at near-supersonic speeds. Virgin Hyperloop is developing its ultra-fast transportation system based on an open-source technology initially conceived by Elon Musk. Virgin Hyperloop is the only company in the…
Long Thanh International Airport, Vietnam
Long Thanh International Airport designed by Heerim Architects is currently under construction in Dong Nai, Vietnam and will be finished by 2025. The airport will be developed in three phases at a total investment of $16 billion, says Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV). Phase one will see the development of a 4,000m runway in addition to aprons and taxiways, a passenger terminal with annual capacity of 25 million, and cargo terminals with annual capacity of…
BMW M5 CS: Most Powerful BMW Saloon
The BMW M5 is a high-performance variant of the BMW 5 Series marketed under the BMW M sub-brand. It is considered an iconic vehicle in the sports sedan category. The majority of M5s have been produced in the sedan (saloon) body style. BMW has revealed its first-ever M5 CS: a faster, lighter and more aggressive addition to the M5 range. BMW quotes a 70kg saving over a standard M5 Competition, placing the CS at a…
Founder International Financial Center, Wuhan, China
Aedas-designed Founder International Financial Center in Wuhan, China. The project is anchored by an office / serviced apartment tower with a twisting facade inspired by the soaring dragons. The concept of reflecting historical revival elements is well demonstrated by such geometric feature. The unique atrium structure is integrated with the form of the tower to create a visual focus and increase the commercial value and atmosphere. The project aims to be a landmark building in…
SoFi Stadium; The Most Expensive Venue Ever Constructed
Designed by HKS Architects, SoFi Stadium is an unprecedented and unparalleled sports and entertainment destination built in Inglewood, CA. This $5BN Super Stadium is the most expensive venue ever constructed. SoFi Stadium’s architecture is informed by extensive research into Southern California’s industry, architecture, lifestyle, climate, geography, and landscape. The FAA’s height restrictions became one of the most prominent features within the overall project: the seating bowl sits 100-feet below the existing grade so the building…
