TravelBrazil: Rio's pre-World Cup faceliftWith its eye fixed on the 2014 Fifa World Cup, this Brazilian city is finally undoing some of its worst urban planning.16 Nov 03:15 AM
TravelEngland: Diver who saved a cathedralJim Eagles visits a piece of British history and finds out how its unlikely saviour spent five years rescuing it from ruin in a swamp.01 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleBumper crop of designs recognised in Auckland Architecture AwardsThe economy may be fragile but architecture has rarely been healthier, say judges.12 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleAuckland Architecture AwardsCheck out all the images from the winning designs at the Auckland Architecture Awards 2011.12 Oct 03:52 AM
New ZealandSleep deprivation a diabetes risk - studyA new study, published in <i>Diabetes Care</i>, has shown sleep may reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes in obese teens.27 Sep 04:50 AM
LifestyleAt home in the landscape (+video)The award-winning home designed for the Harvey family by architect Michael O'Sullivan makes full use of its compelling surrounds.07 Sep 08:00 PM
OpinionBarcelona: From sweaty shambles to jewel among European citiesThink of Barcelona and exuberance and optimism, culture and Catalonian style may well leap to your mind.19 Aug 09:28 PM
OpinionForward Thinking: Metal heavenA famous Rolling Stone once said: "Writing about music is like dancing about architecture." In fact, I'm going to manipulate his words and say: architecture could very well make you want to dance.10 Aug 09:30 PM
EconomyShining examples of what a city can becomeThe Global Cities initiative is looking at ways to help Auckland become a better place to live and work, writes Ruth Le Pla.08 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleGerald Melling: Building on a feelingGerald Melling's response to architecture is an emotional one. Here he discusses his passion and motivation, including helping to rebuild after the Sri Lanka tsunami.11 May 05:30 PM
LifestyleAt home: Building a visionArchitect James Timberlake says helping rehouse the victims of Hurricane Katrina is one of his greatest achievements.27 Apr 02:00 AM
ConstructionBold, beautiful and bog scoop design awardsNational architecture awards have been handed to projects including an Onehunga helicopter base, a group of Waiheke houses, and a Queenstown bus shelter and toilet.22 Apr 05:30 PM
TravelChicago: Glimpses into master's geniusRoger Hall visited lovingly-restored homes by architectural messiah Frank Lloyd Wright in Chicago and Pennsylvania.19 Apr 05:30 PM
TravelChicago: Workings of an architectural legendThe creations of Frank Lloyd Wright are on display for our viewing pleasure. 18 Apr 10:28 PM
New ZealandTaste for the grandiose stamps mark on urban landscapeThe Chinese footprint on the NZ housing scene...13 Apr 05:30 PM
TravelSingapore: Over the topLiz Light checks out Singapore waterfront's audacious architecture.11 Apr 05:30 PM
LifestyleSwitzerland's 'starchitect' to build in BritainThe enigmatic Swiss architect Peter Zumthor is to work in Britain for the first time.06 Apr 12:46 AM