Julien Bélair

A design philosophy centered on deep respect for the natural environment has earned a Philippine-based firm top honors, suggesting a profound shift in how we approach the creation of built spaces. Plontur Group's Luana Farms project in Calaca, Batangas, recently secured the "Leisure-Led

The sudden collapse of a street that swallowed a fire truck in Gardner, Kansas, did more than just create a sinkhole; it exposed a deep chasm in the state's landlord-tenant laws. This dramatic event at the Aspen Place apartment complex, the result of a severely neglected water system, led to the

Challenging the long-held belief that West Coast interiors are exclusively defined by a sun-bleached palette of whites and beiges, a significant movement among the region's top designers reveals a deep appreciation for complex, moody, and saturated colors. This shift moves beyond minimalist

With a career spanning decades in construction and a keen eye for architectural innovation, Luca Calaraili has witnessed firsthand the cycles of ambition and frustration within the UK housing sector. Today, he joins us to dissect the stark findings of a recent survey of public servants, which casts

In a world where skylines are often defined by isolated, spectacular objects, a new architectural philosophy is gaining traction, one that prioritizes the intricate web of connections that make a building truly functional and sustainable. Balsam Madi’s architectural firm, BM Studios, is at the

The intricate digital blueprints of modern infrastructure projects, rich with critical data, have paradoxically created a significant communication chokepoint, often leaving key decision-makers like project owners and field leaders unable to access vital information without a specialist

The familiar landscape of a massive construction project, dominated by steel, concrete, and human labor, is on the cusp of a profound transformation driven by data, algorithms, and autonomous machinery. Engineering titan Bechtel is not just observing this shift; it is actively architecting it,

In the wake of the unprecedented devastation caused by Tropical Storm Helene in 2024, the City of Asheville is embarking on a pivotal phase of recovery, one that places the future of its cherished riverfront directly in the hands of its residents. The city has formally initiated a comprehensive

A project designed to secure the economic future of the entire Northeast Corridor now finds itself bogged down in a legal quagmire, its massive machinery silenced by a political standoff. The Hudson Tunnel Project, a cornerstone of the nation's infrastructure and a vital $16 billion link, has been

A tragic incident at a Penang Hospital construction site resulted in the death of an Indonesian worker, casting a stark light on the persistent dangers inherent in the construction industry and prompting an immediate and decisive regulatory response. The fatal event occurred when a ready-mix