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Lift House by S3 Architecture LLC

2026-08-26T19:03:00-04:00

Sited in a woodland location along a dramatic cliff edge in Clinton, New York, Lift House draws its inspiration from the natural topography of the landscape. Its architectural form mirrors the natural terrain, "lifting" up from entrance to peak with dramatic rooflines.

An incredibly private, quiet and secluded property, Lift House is a study in context sensitive architectural design with warm modern interiors and tastefully modern finishes for this rural retreat.

A Memorial Forest by Studio Wignall & Moore

2026-08-26T18:37:00-04:00

Studio Wignall & Moore were commissioned by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) to design a new 1914-1918 Memorial at Brookwood Military Cemetery in Surrey to commemorate more than four hundred First World War service personnel from the UK and Ireland whose graves were never formally identified, and whose contribution was not fully recognised for more than a century. The new memorial is now complete and has been officially inaugurated by HRH The Princess Royal, President of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

Sky, Stone and Landscape

“We wanted the site to feel reflective rather than monumental; somewhere visitors could pause, spend time and reconnect with individual stories of loss and commemoration” Bradley Moore, Director of Studio Wignall & Moore, commented on the practice’s approach to the memorial.

The design sought to establish a landscape that feels contemplative, enduring and deeply connected to its setting, as well as incorporating a meaningful relation...

K-HERITAGE PAVILION by Listen Communication

2026-08-26T18:27:00-04:00

Organizer / Curator: Korea Heritage Agency

Spatial Design & Architecture: LISTEN COMMUNICATION (Designer Sangyoon Kim)

Executive Exhibition Director: Sangyoon Kim

Exhibition Period: July 19–29, 2026

Photographer's Name: Jaeyoon Kim, Kiwoong Hong

"A Massive Storybook of National Heritage Interpreted Through Korean Aesthetics"

Last July, the 48th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee was held in Korea for the first time—a major international event in the world heritage sector that brought together 196 States Parties to the World Heritage Convention. This Committee served as a meaningful forum to discuss multifaceted measures to preserve world heritage, the common asset of humanity, and to pass it down fully to future generations.

Alongside the global promotion of K-Heritage, the Korea Heritage Service successfully presented the K-Heritage House exhibition to foster a festive atmosphere for citizens to enjoy together. Over the 10-day event period, a to...

Trump admin threatens to demolish Kennedy Center

2026-08-26T13:56:00-04:00

The Trump administration is, for the first time, threatening the demolition of the Kennedy Center if the arts institution isn’t allowed to follow its plans for the site, including adding President Donald Trump’s name to the front of the building. [...] The DOJ attorneys called the Kennedy Center “structurally unsound, fundamentally unsafe, and embarrassing to the Nation’s Capital.”

Just when you thought the judge-ordered removal of Trump's name from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts facade in June had put an end to ill-placed, egotistic name claims, the administration is doubling down with threats of demolishing the 1971 landmark altogether to make way for a replacement structure: "Without those efforts, the Center will deteriorate further into an unsafe, decrepit structure that will be required to be taken down, with a determination to follow on what to build on the site, such as a large outdoor amphitheater overlooking the Potomac River that has been proposed, by some, for many years," a Justice Department attorney stated in a court filing this week.

The Kennedy Center board, made up of Trump appointees, reportedly voted to tack Trump's name back onto the building, with the facade potentially reading: "The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts Restored and Renovated by President Donald J. Trump Endowed by the Trump Kennedy ...

USC begins search for two new assistant professors in architecture

2026-08-26T11:44:00-04:00

Following our previous look at an opening for a Senior Architect at OMA, we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore open roles on Archinect Jobs for two Assistant Professors, Architectural Design at the University of Southern California.

The positions, based in Los Angeles, call for individuals with “proven records of research and teaching in design studios and seminars at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.” Among the experience required is a “robust research agenda, one that engages urgent social, cultural, technological, and/or environmental challenges facing the built environment today.” Both appointments are expected to begin in August 2027.

Related on Archinect: ShadeLA design contest winners envision a cooler Los Angeles (literally). Image courtesy Shade Zone Design Competition/USC

Why the roles interest us

The open roles at the University of Southern California’s School of Architecture offer us the opportunity to explore recent developme...

Kansas State APDesign appoints Timothy Schuler to lead new institute for community impact

2026-08-26T10:20:00-04:00

Kansas State University’s College of Architecture, Planning & Design has appointed journalist, design critic, and researcher Timothy Schuler as the inaugural director of its newly established Institute for Community Design & Research. The institute will serve as a hub for community-engaged design, research, and outreach across Kansas, connecting APDesign faculty and students with practitioners, public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and local communities.

The institute’s work will address issues including housing, economic development, infrastructure, environmental resilience, and quality of life. Operating under a mission of “Serving Kansas through Design, Innovation, Service and Engagement,” the institute will build on APDesign’s existing community partnerships and interdisciplinary teaching and research. Planned activities include community design studios, rural design laboratories, summer fellowships, public workshops, and research collaborations.

Timothy Schuler. Image cour...

Pakenham Station by Genton

2026-08-25T16:13:00-04:00

Pakenham Station redefines the role of transport infrastructure as both a civic landmark and a catalyst for urban renewal. Delivered as part of Victoria’s Level Crossing Removal Project, the station replaces three dangerous level crossings and establishes a new elevated rail precinct that reconnects the heart of Pakenham. Positioned as the transition point between metropolitan Melbourne and Gippsland, the project was conceived not only as a transport interchange, but as a gateway to the region and a major public asset for the growing community.

The project delivers a fully integrated multi-modal transport hub accommodating Metro and V/Line services, a new bus interchange, commuter parking, cycling infrastructure and extensive pedestrian connections. By elevating the rail corridor, more than 20,000 square metres of public open space was created beneath the viaduct, transforming previously fragmented land into a connected civic landscape of parklands, shared paths and gathering spaces...

285 Summer Street by Amenta Emma Architects

2026-08-25T14:08:00-04:00

Amenta Emma’s new Boston studio occupies 4,929 RSF inside a converted timber warehouse at 285 Summer Street, a space that arrived with strong bones and a short list of real constraints.

Reuse drove the design from the first day rather than arriving as a value-engineering exercise at the end. Before anything new was specified, our team surveyed and cataloged every door, partition, and light fixture already in the space, then designed around that inventory. Existing wood doors and glass partitions were salvaged into the conference rooms and wellness room. Kitchen and copy area millwork, countertops, and backsplash stayed. Every light fixture was kept or relocated, and the open plan was proportioned around the workstations the studio already owned, which moved from the previous office rather than being replaced. Common area furniture came partly from a local vendor dealing in gently used office furnishings. New finishes, including carpet, paint, and cork flooring, were screened against...

OMA, Lalire March, Fair Studio, The Big New, and West Architecture are Archinect Jobs' latest featured employers

2026-08-25T12:58:00-04:00

Take a look at our latest curated selection of architecture and design firms currently hiring on Archinect Jobs: This week's featured employer highlight includes job openings in Los Angeles/Manhattan Beach, New York City, and Atlanta.

For even more opportunities, visit the Archinect job board.

OMA has four exciting job opportunities available in New York City: a Senior Architect with eight-plus years of experience and hands-on construction administration experience; a Business Development Officer / Manager with four-plus years of experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite; an Architect/Designer with five years of experience and proficiency with AutoCAD; and a Senior Architect/Designer with eight-plus years of experience in all design phases. The Senior Architect/Designer and the Senior Architect should be proficient in AutoCAD, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite.

New Museum expansion by OMA. Photo: Jason O'Rear.

In Manhattan Beach, Fair Studio is seeking a...

Moreau Kusunoki & Genton complete Powerhouse Precinct in Sydney behind lattice facade

2026-08-25T11:04:00-04:00

Powerhouse Parramatta has announced that it will open to the public on November 7, 2026, completing a major new cultural development on the banks of the Parramatta River in Western Sydney. Designed by Moreau Kusunoki as lead designer, with Australian practice Genton as local architect and engineering by Arup, the 300,000-square-foot museum cost over USD 640 million.

Image credit: Rory Gardiner

The scheme represents the first state cultural institution established in Western Sydney and forms part of a wider almost USD 1 billion renewal program for the Powerhouse museum group. The new building will contain seven exhibition spaces alongside retail and dining areas, a rooftop observatory, an Indigenous garden, educational facilities, and residential accommodation for visiting researchers and collaborators.

Image credit: Rory Gardiner

More than 3,000 objects will feature across the museum’s opening program, including 1,600 works from th...

Penn honors Steven Holl and Boston’s 2030 Climate Action Plan with 2026 design awards

2026-08-25T09:15:00-04:00

The University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design has named Steven Holl and the City of Boston’s 2030 Climate Action Plan as recipients of its 2026 professional medals. The awards will be presented on November 10 at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York.

Holl will receive the 2026 Kanter Tritsch Medal in Architecture, which recognizes architects or practices for their contributions to design, with consideration given to energy conservation, environmental quality, and diversity. Established in 2017 through a gift from Weitzman School alumna Lori Kanter Tritsch, the medal has previously been awarded to design figures including Peter Eisenman, Koning Eizenberg, James Corner Field Operations, SANAA, and Marina Tabassum Architects.

“Steven Holl has expanded architecture’s expressive potential,” said Fritz Steiner, dean and Paley Professor at Weitzman. “Boston’s 2030 Climate Action Plan demonstrates how cities can connect climate policy to public health, quality of li...

Sue's Home by Cover

2026-08-24T19:48:00-04:00

Sue Labella raised her two daughters in the home that once stood on this Palisades property, forming a deep connection to the location over more than 30 years. When the 2025 Palisades fire destroyed the original house, rebuilding was an opportunity to restore continuity for the family while rethinking how the home could better respond to light, privacy, and daily life.

Working with Cover, the Labella family created a custom coastal residence that marks the first completed ground-up homeowner fire rebuild in the Palisades.

The project pairs a four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom main residence with a flexible two-bedroom guest house, organized around a series of private courtyards. An intentionally enlarged southern setback brings daylight deep into the plan while maintaining separation from neighboring properties. Framed sightlines and floor-to-ceiling glazing create an inward-facing openness that prioritizes privacy over exposure.

At the heart of the main residence, a courtyard at...

Berwick Internodal Transport Hub by Genton

2026-08-24T19:39:00-04:00

Genton’s design of Berwick Car Park completely rethinks how safety and transparency might go hand in hand to produce a visually interesting building, but also one whereby the occupants feel safe, visible and have access to fresh air and sunlight.

Unlike traditional car park models, Berwick car park has been designed to address concerns around safety and ease of movement. Instead of replicating a typical car park design, which is often isolated, dark, and heavily reliant on artificial lighting and ventilation, Berwick design embraces an open-air approach. By removing the standard aluminium mesh screening from the exterior, the occupants are highly visible to passersby, whilst allowing users access to views, fresh air and natural light.

Striking red, ribbon-like staircases sit proud of the building, intuitively guiding occupants to the stairs, encouraging a healthy path of travel. Wayfinding is a key focus in this design. The red stairs draw attention to users, whilst at the same ti...

Glenroy Station by Genton

2026-08-24T19:39:00-04:00

Defined by its sweeping roofline and civic presence, Glenroy Station blends urban landscape and transport infrastructure into a bold architectural statement for Melbourne’s rail network. The station transforms the heart of Melbourne’s north-west with a new public plaza and premium rail infrastructure. Delivered as part of Victoria’s Level Crossing Removal Project, the design reconnects the suburb with safe pedestrian access across the rail corridor, linking retail and residential zones.

A perforated aluminium canopy inspired by the local basalt plains offers visibility, permeability and protection, while warm copper tones enhance commuter experience.

Reservoir Station by Genton

2026-08-24T19:38:00-04:00

Reservoir Station revitalises the civic heart of a burgeoning suburb, with a design that references its historic character and looks to the future.

Genton’s urban design led approach unifies the previously bisected High Street, to create a beacon for the suburb that is truly ‘of Reservoir’.

Elevating the tracks created the opportunity of reconnecting Edwardes Street and Broadway – the former on-grade station being an obstacle between the two – linking the central community and retail spine, catalysing pedestrian activation, enhancing accessibility and public safety, and providing newly landscaped public spaces to bring the community together.

Wrapped in a translucent canopy, the design creates a striking civic landmark defining the suburban centre. Both form and materiality are inspired by Reservoir’s history as the key water infrastructure of Melbourne. Viewed up close or in motion by commuters, the canopy’s angles and undulations interact with light in a manner that reflects the...

Four unique renovation projects by Matiz Architecture and Design: Your Next Employer?

2026-08-24T11:32:00-04:00

Following our previous visit to Curtis + Ginsberg, we are keeping our Meet Your Next Employer series in New York City this week to explore the work of Matiz Architecture and Design.

Founded by Juan Matiz, the firm has amassed a diverse portfolio ranging from higher education and non-profits to residential and commercial projects. “We design at the intersection of where big meets small with projects that inspire,” they say about their approach. “As a result, we build a strong foundation for architecture as part of the larger world. Any project, of any scale, has an impact that resonates within the community around it.”

Over on Archinect Jobs, the firm is currently hiring an Intermediate/Senior Architect to join their New York City team. For candidates interested in applying for a position or anybody interested in learning more about the studio’s output, we have rounded up unique renovation and expansion projects by Matiz Architecture and Design that exemplify their ethos.

Pratt Stude...

‌Rural Senegal community center designs selected in 2026 Kaira Looro competition

2026-08-24T09:14:00-04:00

The winners have been announced for the 2026 Kaira Looro competition. The challenge, organized by non-profit organization Balouo Salo, called on participants to design a community center in rural Senegal “conceived to strengthen education, social inclusion, culture, and community development in one of the country's most vulnerable regions.”

The brief called for a multifunctional civic space capable of housing educational, cultural, and social activities. Participants were also asked to prioritize self-construction techniques, local materials, and low-impact construction strategies adapted to rural environments in Sub-Saharan Africa.

The winning entries are as follows:

1ST PRIZE
Afroditi Ioannidou, Vladimir Gligorovski (Greece)

10 architectural designs we liked this week

2026-08-22T08:12:00-04:00

In case you haven't checked out Archinect's Pinterest boards in a while, we have compiled ten recently pinned images from outstanding projects on various Archinect Firm and People profiles.

Today's top images (in no particular order) are from the board Architect Sure!.

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↑ Zhangbei Mirage in Zhangjiakou, China, by BUZZ; Lighting Design: Puri Lighting Design

↑ O-day'min Park Pavilion in Edmonton, Canada, by gh3*; Photo: Raymond Chow

↑ Torre Negra in Durango, Mexico, by Jonathan Corral Arquitectos; Photo: Recording Architecture, Paco Álvarez

↑ Scaffolding Intervention on Industrial Site in Shanghai, China, by People's Architecture Office; Photo: Zhu Yumeng

↑ The Bridge in Hanoi, Vietnam, by G8A Architecture & Urban Planning; Photo: Studio Periphery, Khoo Guo Jie

↑ Hangzhou LOFT49 Regeneration in Hangzhou, China, by line+; Photo: Shan-jian images

↑ Lantern House in Seattle, WA, by Synd...

New architecture and design competitions: Preservation Awards, Figures of Architecture, Honor Awards for Washington Architecture, and Hwamyeong Outdoor Swimming Pool

2026-08-21T14:24:00-04:00

Looking for new, exciting architecture and design competitions to consider? Check out our latest curated picks of challenges listed on Bustler: Featured today are four briefs seeking design proposals for the redevelopment of an aging swimming pool in Busan, South Korea, exceptional projects by architects throughout Washington, ideas for a modern grotesque, and outstanding achievements in historic preservation in Los Angeles.

For the complete directory of newly listed competitions, click here.

Research on reusing construction material in India wins 2026 RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship

2026-08-21T11:47:00-04:00

The Royal Institute of British Architects has awarded the 2026 RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship to University of Bath student Yukta Chegu. The recognition was given for Chegu’s research project examining construction material reuse systems in India.

Chegu’s winning proposal, Rubble Futures: Mapping India’s Informal Salvage Economies as Blueprint for Global Circular Construction, will investigate methods for recovering, reusing, and recirculating materials from construction and demolition activities. The research will focus particularly on Bangalore, alongside fieldwork in other major Indian cities.

Through a program combining orientation, field research, and analysis, Chegu will examine how informal salvage economies operate in practice and assess their potential relevance to construction practices elsewhere. The project will consider how approaches developed within Indian cities could inform efforts to establish more circular systems of material use in the United Kingdom and...

Van Alen Institute relaunches Paris Prize as Re:Paris Prize with focus on post-colonial urbanism

2026-08-21T10:56:00-04:00

The Van Alen Institute has announced the relaunch of its historic Paris Prize as the Re:Paris Prize, shifting the program’s focus toward reparative and regenerative urbanism in post-colonial regions. The inaugural 2026 edition will be organized in partnership with the Pan-African Biennale, a continental biennale dedicated to architecture and the built environment.

Originally established in 1904, the Paris Prize operated as an annual design competition until 1997. Early winners received a year of study at Paris’s École des Beaux-Arts, while past recipients included architects William Van Alen, Max Abramovitz, and Richard H. Granelli.

The reformulated prize will initially focus on Africa, with Pan-African Biennale founding curator Omar Degan contributing to its themes and the selection and mentoring of recipients. Three designers will each receive a $35,000 travel fellowship to undertake field research and develop design proposals.

Yaesu Daibiru Building by NIKKEN SEKKEI LTD

2026-08-20T18:43:00-04:00

Project Background and Inheritance of Design Thinking

This project is the redevelopment of a tenant office building facing Yaesu-dori Ave., a landmark street in front of Tokyo Station. The former building, designed by leading 20th-century Japanese architect Togo Murano (1891–1984), long defined the character of the streetscape through its distinctive facade combining stone and cast aluminum components. At a time when curtain walls with an aluminum glazing system were becoming widespread, its pursuit of material richness, precision in facade composition, and responsiveness to the street suggested an architectural approach not solely dependent on style.

In recent years, the Yaesu district has undergone redevelopment accompanied by increasingly advanced urban functions as well as improved disaster resilience and environmental performance. After 60 years, the former building also came to require renewal within the ongoing transformation of Tokyo. Rather than inheriting its silhouette or...

15 LA architecture firms currently hiring Job Captains

2026-08-20T13:08:00-04:00

In this week's edition of our curated career roundups from the Archinect job board, we highlight 15 architecture and design firms in the Los Angeles area seeking Job Captains to join their teams.

To explore specific job titles from the architectural profession, consult Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series. Also, follow our Archinect Tips series to improve your portfolio, resume, and interview skills and increase your chances of getting that next job.

Gehry Partners seeks a Job Captain / Intermediate Architect
"Successful candidates will have experience in the preparation of Design and Construction documents; demonstrate effective technical abilities, superior problem defining and solving skills, exceptional design skill sets, sensibilities and interests. [...] Proficiency in REVIT at an advanced or expert level are highly desirable. Rhino and AutoCAD are essential and the dexterity to work with multiple platforms is desirable. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience...

Archinect City Guide: Discover Montevideo with Román Viñoly & Sebastián Goldberg of Rafael Viñoly Architects

2026-08-20T11:47:00-04:00

For our first Archinect City Guide in South America, we're heading to Montevideo to find out what's worth exploring for architects and design fans visiting the Uruguayan capital. And what better guides to have for this city than Román Viñoly, son of the late Rafael Viñoly (himself a Montevideo native) and a Partner at Rafael Viñoly Architects, together with Sebastián Goldberg, Managing Director at RVA's Montevideo office.

In this City Guide, they share their recommended Montevideo spots, from one-of-a-kind urban and beach eateries, to iconic coffee spots (both old and new), and exciting architecture to discover in and around the city.

Are you a Montevideo local with your own go-to places? Or have a city you think we should cover next? Share your thoughts, suggestions, and favorite sites in the comments.

ACSA unveils winners of 2026 Concrete Masonry Student Competition

2026-08-20T11:21:00-04:00

The ACSA has unveiled the winners of its 2026 Concrete Masonry Student Competition. The annual challenge, organized in collaboration with the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association, selected seven projects that "utilize concrete masonry products as the primary material to reimagine a Welcome Center of tomorrow, with an emphasis on rethinking the future of travel."

For the competition, students were tasked with designing a welcome center that was universally accessible, resilient in the face of change, and forward-thinking. "The winning projects transform welcome centers into dynamic landmarks and multifunctional hubs, with each design emphasizing concrete masonry as a versatile, enduring, and expressive building material," the organizers noted.

The winning submissions were as follows:

First Place (pictured above): Linked Assembly
Students: Kesaia Williams, Lauren Chacon & Hartwell Brann
Faculty Sponsor: Andrea Alberto Dutto
University of Idaho

Juror Comments: "Linked Assembly presents a...

Plans approved for Vancouver’s tallest building inspired by sea sponge

2026-08-20T10:10:00-04:00

Vancouver-based Henriquez Partners Architects has had plans approved for a major mixed-use development in the city comprising four towers. Among them is a 1,033-foot structure that would become Western Canada's tallest building and the city's first supertall tower.

Image courtesy of Holborn Group

Designed for developer Holborn Group, the proposal spans three sites at 501 and 595 West Georgia Street and 388 Abbott Street, connecting Vancouver’s central business district with the Downtown Eastside. More than three million square feet of development would accommodate housing, hotel, retail, conference, cultural, and public uses.

Image courtesy of Holborn Group

Three towers are proposed across two blocks on West Georgia Street, rising between 774 and 1,033 feet. The tallest would contain a hotel and feature a diagrid exoskeleton developed with structural engineer Arup, allowing for column-free interior spaces. Meanwhile, a 300-foot residential building at 388 Abbott Street would be provid...

Nooba by Saraiva + Associados

2026-08-19T21:01:00-04:00

Located on the south bank of the Tagus River in Barreiro, Nooba is conceived as a new residential neighborhood, shaped by its proximity to the estuary and the profound urban transformation underway in the former industrial areas of the south bank. The project occupies a strategic position within a broad process of urban and environmental requalification, in which new public spaces, mobility infrastructure, and ecological corridors redefine the city's relationship with the river. Its planning framework responds to this metropolitan condition by proposing a neighborhood that balances density with openness, placing housing as the engine of daily urban life and reinforcing continuity with the redeveloped riverfront.

The development strategy is structured in successive phases, allowing the neighborhood to grow in a controlled and coherent manner. The residential plots are grouped to optimize construction efficiency, improve the organization of underground parking, and allow for flexible ...

Architecture’s longest billings slump just keeps going for U.S. firms

2026-08-19T18:02:00-04:00

The architecture industry’s long business slump shows little sign of letting up: The American Institute of Architects reported today that the latest AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index dipped to 46.6 in July (down from 47.3 in June), marking another month of contraction and extending the downturn to nearly three and a half years, the longest in the ABI’s history.

There’s still interest in new work, with project inquiries reportedly rising again in July, but signed design contracts continued to lag.

The weakness isn’t confined to one corner of the country, the survey says. Billings declined across all four regions and every major specialization, with the Northeast once again bringing up the rear. Multifamily and institutional firms have given up the modest gains seen earlier this year, while commercial and industrial firms remain stuck in a downturn that has lasted since July 2022.

Reading the tea leaves, AIA Chief Economist Richard Branch explained: "Macroeconomic uncertainty co...

Experienced with construction admin? This senior OMA role could be for you

2026-08-19T11:40:00-04:00

Following our previous look at several openings at UC Berkeley, we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for a Senior Architect with CA Experience at OMA, one of several openings at the firm on our jobs board.

The position, based in New York City, calls for an individual who will “contribute to projects across all phases, with a strong emphasis on the Construction Administration (CA) phase for projects based in the United States.” Among the requirements are 8 or more years of experience, including all design phases with particular experience in CA, as well as experience serving as the Architect of Record.

“We are looking for candidates who demonstrate exceptional technical expertise, deep hands-on CA experience, strong site and field coordination skills, and robust communication skills, and who can operate at the highest professional level,” the firm adds.

Related on Archinect: Inside OMA and Y.A. Studio’s new affordabl...

A Toronto pavilion designed with community input

2026-08-19T10:35:00-04:00

LGA Architectural Partners has completed Mabelle Park, a new public space serving a high-density residential community in Toronto, Canada. Developed with non-profit organization Mabelle Arts, the project transforms a previously underused site owned by Toronto Community Housing into a neighborhood park and cultural gathering space.

Image credit: doublespace photography

The project follows a seven-year collaboration between LGA and Mabelle Arts, including an engagement process involving hundreds of local residents. Workshops, art-making, theater, and music activities were used to gather input from community members and inform the design.

Image credit: doublespace photography

At the center of the 22,000-square-foot park is an open-ended pavilion named The Belle. The structure contains staff workstations, a kitchenette, a universal washroom, and two flexible rooms opening onto a covered deck that can also function a...