How many stories are hidden behind every line and every wall? Every project serves a purpose, and its construction leaves a lasting impact on the environment in which it resides. ArchDaily’s eddy narrative The series attempts to uncover fascinating—and often unexpected—stories Which breathes life into the selected projects. Through extensive research, the series explores the unique details of the design and manufacturing processes culturalsocial, and political The contexts that have shaped each work.
Countless stories were shared throughout 2024. From a small coastal town to the vibrant capital of Denmark senegalThe contexts were as diverse as the projects themselves. Notable cultural places among them were such as Nova Scene in Praguemonuments and statues such as Monument to the Summit of the Americas in Boliviaand educational centers like Utzon Center in DenmarkWhich emphasizes architectural education. These projects highlighted that architecture is more than just construction; It is the art of shaping lives and cultures. In every line, stone, and embodied thought, stories emerge that transcend both space and time.
Read on to discover 9 stories highlighting the processes, challenges and inspirations behind this year’s selected projects.
Nova Scene: The story behind the iconic Brutalist extension of the National Theater in Prague
Utzon Centre: The story behind Jörn Utzon’s last project
Villa Cravois: a timeless dialogue between modernism and artistic expression
Transforming Portland: How a demolished highway became a pioneering waterfront park
UNAM Sculpture Space: Integrating art and culture into Mexico’s natural landscape
La Grande Motte: a city of modern pyramids in the south of France
Exploring the International Trade Fair Center in Dakar, Senegal: a blend of modern architecture with local cultural elements
Prefabrication and formal courage in Belgian modernism: the story of the CBR and LH 187 buildings in Brussels
Monument to the Summit of the Americas: the story behind Mario Botta’s work in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
This article is part of ArchDaily topics: year in ReviewPresented by fell,
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