In 1980, Jean Nouvel's Collège Anne Frank in the south of Paris reduced the state-mandated model for industrialised school buildings to the level of farce. Mars Architectes has now renovated the dilapidated building and helped to give new relevance to this architectural provocation.
What is a workstation today can become a viewing stand tomorrow: 'Reset' by Vitra and Stephan Hürlemann organises spaces with 75 cm platforms. Without permanent installation, the modules can form platforms, seating steps or work areas and be rearranged as needs change.
Drawing inspiration from the architectural style of local residential buildings and farmhouses, the new education centre in Kössen boasts a colourful design. Children can enjoy an entertaining scavenger hunt as they search for the cross-stitch motif found throughout the building, which is presented in a variety of materials, sizes and colours.
The Erich Mendelsohn Prize recognises emerging talent with its Newcomer Award. The three winning projects for 2026 address issues that are important to the younger generation.
The commissioned conversion of a metal workshop in Madrid goes far beyond architecture. With its combination of office space, cultural offerings, and catering, the Daniel and Nina Carasso Foundation is making a - rather ambitious - statement about process culture in the construction industry.
The Caparol Architecture Award 2026 highlighted just how closely aesthetics, renovation and circularity are now intertwined. The prize for the winners is architecture - to be experienced on a joint trip to Ghent and Antwerp.