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Join us every second Tuesday of the month for a dose of optimism with thought-provoking guests who are revolutionizing their fields. Innovators will lead virtual workshops for an hour of discovery, inspiration, and community. Led by editor in chief, Avinash Rajagopal, these workshops will be guided by our audience, where questions are not only welcome but encouraged.

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METROPOLIS Introduces Natural Habitat, a Sustainable Homes Video Series

The series debuts with a tour of a tranquil upstate New York retreat designed with Passive House principles.

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MetropolisLikes Awards 2024

Dive into the cutting edge of design innovation! Join editor in chief Avi Rajagopal as he unveils the groundbreaking 2024 commercial interior releases at NeoCon and Fulton Market Design Days. Discover products that epitomize creativity, utility, and sustainability, providing you with invaluable insights for your NeoCon and Fulton Market Design Days experience.

Tune in to DESIGN TV by SANDOW on June 9 at noon CT as Avi reveals this year’s award winners live. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the world of design!

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June 9, 2024

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  • A large waterfront power plant with three tall chimneys and a rectangular base stands against the cityscape and hills under a cloudy sky, setting an industrial scene reminiscent of installations showcased at 3daysofdesign.

    Viewpoints

    UIA 2026: No Easy Answers in Barcelona

    Rather than offering a unified vision for architecture’s future, the 2026 UIA World Congress embraced contradiction, bringing together diverse voices to debate ecology, technology, craft, and the social role of design.

  • Wood museum building by Leers Weinzapfel Associates in snowy landscape with timber beams and angular roof.

    Projects

    In Missoula, a Museum Grows from Timber and Memory

    Designed by Leers Weinzapfel Associates, the National Museum of Forest Service History’s new hub transforms donated materials and expressive timber forms into a learning environment.

  • Modern high-rise building with staggered balconies stands among other tall buildings in an urban cityscape under a partly cloudy sky.

    Projects

    SOM Creates a Breathing Building

    Located in Shenzhen, China, WeBank’s headquarters takes a porous and responsive approach to occupant health and comfort.