This week on Dezeen, General Motors and developer Bedrock unveiled their bold plan to demolish two skyscrapers surrounding Detroit's tallest building, the Renaissance Center. 
The proposal includes the removal of two of the five skyscrapers designed by American architect John Portman, while the Detroit Marriott, standing at 222 meters, will be preserved and renovated.
As the year concludes, Dezeen reflects on 2024 with various roundups highlighting the 10 biggest building announcements, top home interiors, and top houses of the year. Notable mentions include the Jaguar Type 00 electric concept car, which drew mixed reactions online, and the RIBA House of the Year, awarded to Six Columns by architect Will Burges. The house is noted for its adaptive design that caters to the evolving needs of its occupants.
In color news, Pantone announced Mocha Mousse as the Color of the Year 2025, symbolizing a shift towards more positive associations in design. Meanwhile, the restored interiors of Notre-Dame Cathedral were showcased, marking a significant milestone in its restoration journey following the devastating fire in 2019.
Other architectural highlights include the completion of Five Park, Miami's tallest skyscraper, and the construction of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library by Snøhetta. The unveiling of the King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station by Zaha Hadid Architects also caught attention this week.
For more insights and the latest trends in architecture and design, stay tuned for Dezeen's weekly updates.
Comments
Join Our Community
Sign up to share your thoughts, engage with others, and become part of our growing community.
No comments yet
Be the first to share your thoughts and start the conversation!