August 2021 Issue | Architectural Record

In the August 2021 issue, Architectural Record explores imaginative solutions for urban transportation hubs and other infrastructure in a section that doubles as the CEU. Read about a range of projects from an elegant pedestrian bridge in Lower Manhattan to an ongoing megaproject transforming Stuttgart’s central rail station and take an online quiz to earn one hour of continuing education credit. Other stories take a closer look at Frank Gehry’s LUMA Arles tower and the recently-renovated La Samaritaine building in France. Plus, explore a lighting section and new outdoor products for the summer—all in this issue, and more!

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Continuing Education: Urban Transportation 2021

August 1, 2021

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As the vital arteries that connect people and places within and beyond metropolitan areas, transportation hubs are the lifeblood of urban centers.

Main Station Stuttgart by Ingenhoven Architects

Germany

Mary Pepchinski

August 1, 2021

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Ingenhoven Architects’ long-running project will expand Stuttgart’s main station with a light-filled, below-grade train hall in smooth, sculpted concrete.

Central Station by Woods Bagot and John McAslan + Partners

Sydney

Elizabeth Farrelly

August 1, 2021

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A revamp to Sydney’s Central Station by Woods Bagot and John McAslan + Partners eases circulation and strengthens connections, for passengers and pedestrians.

Auraria Bike Pavilions by Colorado Building Workshop

Denver

David Hill

August 1, 2021

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CU Denver architecture students design and build two bike pavilions for a shared downtown campus.

Zvonařka Bus Terminal by Chybík+Krištof Architects and Urban Designers

Brno, Czech Republic

Jennifer Krichels

August 1, 2021

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Chybík+Krištof’s upgrade of Brno’s Zvonařka Bus Terminal transforms a neglected hub.

Takanawa Gateway Station by Kengo Kuma and Associates

Tokyo

Naomi Pollock, FAIA

August 1, 2021

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Kengo Kuma draws on the grand train halls of the past, adding a contemporary Japanese spin, for a new Tokyo station.

Robert R. Douglass Pedestrian Bridge by WXY

New York City

Kara Mavros

August 1, 2021

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WXY connects two downtown Manhattan neighborhoods with an intricate pedestrian bridge.

Frank Gehry's LUMA Arles Tower Opens in France

Andrew Ayers

June 29, 2021

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Commissioned by billionaire pharmaceutical heiress Maja Hoffmann, the faceted steel and concrete totem dominates the Camargue for miles around.

La Samaritaine by SANAA

Paris

Andrew Ayers

July 29, 2021

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A historic emporium for the people is transformed into a luxury shopping mall.

2050 M Street by REX

Washington, D.C.

Josephine Minutillo

July 31, 2021

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A quiet business district in Washington, D.C., comes alive with a shimmering office building by REX.

PG&E Electrical Substations by Stanley Saitowitz and Natoma Architects

San Francisco

Lydia Lee

August 6, 2021

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Stanley Saitowitz conceals a pair of electrical substations with glowing public spaces.

August 2021 Editor's Letter: The Architecture of Urban Infrastructure

Design teams create inspired public works for improving civic life.

Cathleen McGuigan

August 4, 2021

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In this issue, we explore what it takes to build—or rebuild—public works in six cities around the globe.

Henry Cobb’s Last Tower Is Completed, in Boston

Eric Höweler, AIA

July 15, 2021

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While One Dalton succeeds the Hancock Tower by 45 years, it shares many of the same ambitions as its older cousin in its restraint, sculptural clarity, and abstraction.

Installation by Taryn Simon and Shohei Shigematsu Opens at MASS MoCA

Joann Gonchar, FAIA

June 30, 2021

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Originally conceived for New York's Park Avenue Armory in 2016, The Pipes has been adapted for its new outdoor setting.

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Architect Alison Killing Wins a Pulitzer for Uncovering Forced Labor Camps in China

Fred A. Bernstein

June 28, 2021

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The architect was awarded a Pulitzer Prize last month for her investigative work.

Glenstone Expands With Pavilion For Richard Serra

Bridget Cogley

July 13, 2021

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A pavilion is under construction by Thomas Phifer to house a new steel sculpture by the American artist.

Frank Gehry Completes New Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles

Sarah Amelar

August 1, 2021

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Right on key, Gehry Partners completes the Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles’ new home.

CAMPout House by Faulkner Architects

Truckee, California

Wendy Moonan

August 3, 2021

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Faulkner Architects designs a ski house around a courtyard in Lake Tahoe.

Oakland Museum of California Renovation

Oakland, California

Kenneth Caldwell

August 4, 2021

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A revitalized Oakland Museum of California opens its doors to all.

Review of 'Reviviscence: A Bridge Over Genoa'

By Andrea Botto

Josephine Minutillo

August 5, 2021

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Three years after the deadly Polcevera Viaduct collapse on August 14, 2018, this compendium shows the aftermath from the demolition of the remaining portion of the bridge to the construction of a new one.

Review of 'Napoli Super Modern'

by Local Architecture Network and Le Laboratoire R.A.A.R.

Andrew Ayers

August 5, 2021

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Edited by Paris-based architects, this book focuses on 18 Neapolitan buildings constructed between 1930 and 1960.

Snapshot: East End Gateway at Penn Station by SOM

New York

Ilana Herzig

August 9, 2021

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The new entrance to New York's Penn Station enriches the street connection.

New Outdoor Products for Summer 2021

Sheila Kim

August 6, 2021

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These exterior products will boost the appeal of public and private settings—urban or bucolic.

New Lighting Products for Summer 2021

Sheila Kim

August 6, 2021

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These luminaires and systems present welcome variations on existing forms and technologies.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

It has been said that the greenest buildings are the ones that already exist. Adaptive reuse is the process of redeveloping structurally sound existing buildings for economically viable modern uses, infusing new life into a historic shell.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

This presentation will provide short- and long-term strategies that tenants and owners are considering for designing and operating facilities that contribute to long-term occupant health and well-being.

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Continuing Education: Urban Transportation 2021

Main Station Stuttgart by Ingenhoven Architects

Central Station by Woods Bagot and John McAslan + Partners

Auraria Bike Pavilions by Colorado Building Workshop

Zvonařka Bus Terminal by Chybík+Krištof Architects and Urban Designers

Takanawa Gateway Station by Kengo Kuma and Associates

Robert R. Douglass Pedestrian Bridge by WXY

Projects & Special Sections

Frank Gehry's LUMA Arles Tower Opens in France

La Samaritaine by SANAA

2050 M Street by REX

PG&E Electrical Substations by Stanley Saitowitz and Natoma Architects

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August 2021 Editor's Letter: The Architecture of Urban Infrastructure

Henry Cobb’s Last Tower Is Completed, in Boston

Installation by Taryn Simon and Shohei Shigematsu Opens at MASS MoCA

Architect Alison Killing Wins a Pulitzer for Uncovering Forced Labor Camps in China

Glenstone Expands With Pavilion For Richard Serra

Frank Gehry Completes New Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles

CAMPout House by Faulkner Architects

Oakland Museum of California Renovation

Review of 'Reviviscence: A Bridge Over Genoa'

Review of 'Napoli Super Modern'

Snapshot: East End Gateway at Penn Station by SOM

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New Outdoor Products for Summer 2021

New Lighting Products for Summer 2021

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