In Sacramento, California, an infill project enlivens a dormant urban block with nine modern dwellings.

An apartment building sets itself apart in a rapidly developing waterfront district of Lyon, France.

A dignified affordable-housing complex in Portland, Oregon, targets multiple generations.

In Chicago, a public library combined with affordable housing aims to become a neighborhood center.

After decades studying its architecture, Peter Eisenman finally builds in Italy.

Quiet but powerful design enhances the environmentally healthy ambitions of Canada’s first chemical-free public swimming pool.

A once-industrial area of Shanghai is transformed into a public park with cultural facilities.

A garden in Canada inspired by Islamic traditions fosters civility and understanding.

A new complex builds on Tanglewood’s embrace of the outdoors.

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Beartooth Mountains, a surprisingly intimate structure of vertical pine logs offers a serene place of respite for visitors to the arts center.