from the canyon to a mud-brick structure, the installation uses breath and light to reimagine the rites and lingering spirituality of ancient civilizations.

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tamara kalo revisits islamic golden age discoveries, imran qureshi weaves an oasis between sacred cities, and fatma abdulhadi fills a pathway with scents of paradise.

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OMA’s scenography unifies historic and contemporary artworks within its abstract architecture for the 2025 islamic arts biennale.

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the project aims to complete one floor every four days, with an expected timeline of 42 months.

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outdoor subterranean oculi, called skyspaces, will frame the shifting hues of the sky to reveal phenomena rarely visible to the naked eye.

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nestled within the ancient mountains along the red sea coast, the resort rises as a rock-carved tourism architecture.

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stretched fabric over curved, monolithic walls forms lightweight and removable viewpoints to respect the alUla desert and heritage.

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the 35-meter-high form occupies its urban landscape with a surreal presence, activating and transforming it into a site for sensory interaction.

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our favorite picks include an array of approaches, from heritage-driven renovations to futuristic creations that blend art and technology.

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the sculptural riyadh metro station by zaha hadid architects (ZHA) is a key link in the world’s longest driverless transit system.

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