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AZURE is an award-winning magazine with a focus on contemporary architecture and design. Launched in 1985.
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The co-founder of Diller Scofidio + Renfro, Ricardo Scofidio led the design of legendary projects, most notably the High Line.

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In the new issue of @azuremagazine.bsky.social, I interview urbz Mumbai's Samidha Patil and Kareena Kochery, who are working to champion grassroots, "homegrown" urbanism against the top-down state power of demolition and redevelopment.

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Five conversations about community changemaking, plus vibrant design news from Miami, a stunning home in Toronto and a dispatch from Iqaluit.

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Subscribe to our channel now to catch our upcoming March/April issue on Apple News+

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The 68-year-old Chinese practitioner is the recipient of architecture’s most prestigious global award.

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Landscape architects Sasaki, Field Operations, Michael Van Valkenburgh, CCxA and SLA lead the teams shortlisted to transform a two-kilometre-long former runway,writes @novakovicto.bsky.social.

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“Landscape architects Sasaki, Field Operations, Michael Van Valkenburgh, CCxA and SLA lead the teams shortlisted to transform a two-kilometre-long former runway.” My preview of the shortlist for Toronto’s Downsview competition:

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In Colorado, the New York firm crafts a mountain-like marvel informed by community needs.

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These modern lounging and dining series bring new joy to #outdoorliving.

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In Clapham, O’Sullivan Skoufoglou Architects fashions a hybrid home gallery with textural flair.

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Mark Douglas Wessel revisits @mvrdv.bsky.social's iconic Dutch market hall a decade after its 2014 opening.

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In his #BlackHistoryMonth address at McGill University, the SOCA co-founder explains how inclusivity, community and the politics of care inform their work.

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These lectures, exhibitions, installations and symposia promise inspiration and illumination on topics as varied as architecture, landscape, comics and hip hop.

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In an excerpt from his new book, Seattle-based architect Michael Eliason (@holz-bau.bsky.social) makes the case for a sustainable and inclusive urban paradigm.

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"Our buildings were designed for a climate that no longer exists; the impacts will range from incredibly uncomfortable to increasingly deadly." In @azuremagazine.bsky.social, an excerpt from @holz-bau.bsky.social's excellent new book, Building for People.

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New showrooms, brand debuts and product launches wowed at the annual celebration of Scandinavian design.

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The co-founder of the Interior Design Show, Steven Levy is remembered for putting Canada on the design map.

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The shoe brand’s Times Square flagship gets a fashionable makeover from a retail guru.

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On the heels of his debut book launch, Civil Sites, the developer and preservationist sat down with us to discuss his work in Sweet Auburn.

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Submissions to the 2025 AZ Awards will remain open until February 26!

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On the heels of his debut book launch, Civil Sites, the developer and preservationist sat down with us to discuss his work in Sweet Auburn.

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These resources don’t just look to the past, they also paint a vision for the future of Black creative practice.

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Local designers OOIIO Estudio de Arquitecture transform a narrow “bowling alley” of a studio through a symphony of form and colour.

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Local architecture firm Kwong Von Glinow breathes new life into the Flaxman Library at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

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The five-building Rubicon complex defines the edge of the British city with uncommon élan.

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The trio of inter-disciplinary practitioners partake in a wide-ranging interview with the editors of Architecture Writing Workshop.

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Just in time for Valentine’s Day, this eclectic collection of designs celebrates the hue of romance with fresh inspiration.

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Known for its contemporary interpretations of Czech glassblowing traditions, the company unveils a striking pair of occasional tables.

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From emerging designers and student innovators to industry heavyweights and immersive show floor experiences, our editors pick out their top highlights from Toronto’s IDS 2025.

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SO-IL is playing with real estate math to reframe multi-family housing around the human experience.

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Designed by Omar Gandhi, the flagship in the Toronto Carpet Factory unfolds as a series of beautifully curated culinary spaces.

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Marina Tabassum is poised to bring her culturally attuned yet boldly contemporary design language to a storied London lawn.

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A new flagship for local retailer Andrews charts a quietly compelling course for the future of brick and mortar retail.

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#PatkauArchitects Push the Envelope in Vancouver www.azuremagazine.com/article/patk... @azuremagazine.bsky.social

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From our first gala to some of our most memorable winners and international guests, here are 15 moments we treasure as we head into the 2025 AZ Awards.

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Sherbrooke design-build firm MARK + VIVI transforms an industrial setting into an apartment building, café and co-working hub.

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In the spa town of Karlovy Vary, Petr Hájek transforms a historic bathhouse into a striking stage and cultural venue.

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The latest crop of sound-absorbing panels go bold on shapes and patterns while going soft on volume.

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The deadline to present at our second annual Human/Nature conference has been extended to January 28, 2025!

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Our sauna was featured in @azuremagazine.bsky.social www.azuremagazine.com/article/mode...

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really enjoyed learning about ReHousing in the latest @azuremagazine.bsky.social - an initiative by LGA Architectural Partners, UofT, and many collaborators. an insightful and engaging article by @novakovicto.bsky.social www.azuremagazine.com/article/reho...

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From Belgium to Benin, these standout designs are poised to shape design discourse and public life around the world.

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Designed by Kivinen Rusanen Architects, the Vuosaari Bioenergy Heating Plant in Helsinki is a compelling piece of climate-action architecture.

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More of this please.

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