From striking new structures to housing innovations and delightful additions to public parks, NYC has seen a lot of new architecture this year. Curbed put together a list of some of the most grand, interesting, strange and impressive developments; the Oculus, the “biggest head scratcher” (Williamsburg’s William Vale Hotel) and our favorite: the New York Public Library’s subtle but beautiful refurbishment of the sublime Rose …
Most people will remember exactly where they were when they heard that His Royal Badness, Prince, passed away. The tragic news then led to many wondering what would happen to his immense backlog of work, and his beloved home/studio Paisley Park. The trust that’s running the late musician’s estate announced that—starting 6 October—Paisley Park will be open daily for public tours. The Minneapolis complex is …
Over 100 tons of perfectly ordered rubble is what greets visitors to the 15th International Architecture Exhibition of the Venice Biennale. It’s not a provocation, but rather a statement, in perfect harmony with this year’s theme: “Reporting from the Front.” President Paolo Baratta and curator Alejandro Aravena made a strong choice here; between pure avant-garde and local traditions and the overarching reaction many visitors have …
