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What Happened to Forest City, an Abandoned $100 Billion Development in Malaysia?
A tropical paradise off the coast of Singapore is anything but idyllic
25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites to Add to Your Architecture Bucket List
Consider this your cheat sheet to the UNESCO World Heritage List
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These 9 Abandoned Theme Parks Are Hauntingly Beautiful
Photographer Seph Lawless captures intimate images of the world’s most striking deserted amusement parks
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Culture + Lifestyle
Lesbian Bars Are Back From the Brink
An uptick in the number of spaces for queer women holds promise for the future
By Allison Miller
Culture + Lifestyle
6 of the Most Infamous Murder Houses in American History
Some have been demolished in an attempt to shed the past, others opened to the public, but regardless of their current status, the tragic histories of these dwellings have burned their addresses into public memory
By Charlotte Collins
Motoring
Bugatti’s Newest Ultra-Hypercar Is Among the World’s Most Expensive Cars
Dubbed the Tourbillon and designed by a 36-year-old wunderkind, the seven-figure vehicle can zip to at least 275 mph
By Brett Berk
Travel
9 New Hotels to Book This Summer
These ingeniously designed hotels are as beautiful as the cities, towns, and regions they’re in, from Paris to Casablanca and beyond
These 7 Charming European Towns Are Frozen in Time
These well-preserved pockets feel like something straight out of antiquity
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6 Secret Gardens in Paris That Everyone Must Visit
If you look, you’ll find verdant escapes everywhere in the City of Light
6 Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Paris—According to In-the-Know Locals
Creatives who call the City of Light home share tips for where to stay and what to do, eat, and drink while there
Fashion
Frank Lloyd Wright, the Fashion Muse
From collaborations with Kith to partnerships with Maya Brenner, America’s favorite architect remains a steadfast source of inspiration for designers of all kinds
4 Stunning Facts You Need to Know About NASA’s Artemis I Rocket
After years of planning, the space agency has designed its most powerful rocket yet
An Immersive Tribute to Hermès’s Craftsmanship Pops Up Stateside
Currently on view in Detroit, “Hermès in the Making” is set to travel to Austin later this year
The Inside Story Behind Dior’s Latest Runway Set Design
Artist Pietro Ruffo helped make the Cruise 2022 show in Athens a mesmerizing event
Walking Tour
How an Abandoned Railroad Became One of NYC’s Most Popular Parks
Today AD joins architect Nick Potts in New York City for a walking tour of The Highline. Once an abandoned commercial railroad, the area is now a thriving public park lined with designer buildings courtesy of some of the world’s most famous architects. Explore with Nick and discover how The Highline has transformed NYC’s Meatpacking District. Archival Photos | Courtesy of Archive of IndustryArchitect Breaks Down 200 Years of NYC Mansions
Today Michael Wyetzner of Michielli + Wyetzner Architects joins AD in New York for a walking tour of the city’s mansions. From the early colonial abodes of Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr to the grandeur of the Gilded Age, and 20th century brutalist design, Michael walks you through 200 years worth of homes belonging to wealthy New Yorkers past and present.How Central Park Was Created Entirely By Design and Not By Nature
Today Michael Wyetzner of Michielli + Wyetzner Architects joins AD in New York for an in-depth walking tour of Central Park. Everything in Central Park got there by considered choice, not by nature, and the park as we know it today is the result of a design competition held in the 1850s. From hidden through-roads to its calming bodies of water, join Michael as he walks you through why Central Park is the best-designed city park in the world.Architect Tours New Orleans’ Most Haunted Houses
Today AD joins architect Robert Cangelosi in New Orleans for a walking tour of the infamous French Quarter. Often regarded as the most haunted city in America, New Orleans has a deep history of ghosts, torture and…vampire nuns?! Join Robert for an in-depth look at the French Quarter and its history to find out how it became one of the spookiest spots in the world. Vampire Cafe on a Sunny Day | Lia Rainsford Director: Skylar "Edgar Allan Poe" Economy Director of Photography: Alejandro "In the Shadows" Moreno Editor: Alex "Ghoulish" Mechanik Host: Robby "Omniscient" Cangelosi Senior Producer: Vara "It's Alive, It's Aliiive!" Reese Line Producer: Joseph "For the last time, I'm not related to Steve!" Buscemi Associate Producer: Brandon "Here's Johnny!" Fuhr Production Manager: Melissa "Goosebumps" Heber Production Coordinator: Fernando "Psycho" Davila Casting Producer: Nick "Fava Beans" Sawyer Audio Engineer: Lee "Huey Lewis and the News" Garcia Production Assistant: Ashley "Pennywise" Bush Post Production Supervisor: Andrew "6 feet under" Montague Post Production Coordinator: Holly "The last Irish Vampire" Frew Supervising Editor: Christina "Nooo! Don't go down there" Mankellow Additional Editor: William "All work and no play..." Long Assistant Editor: Justin Symonds, "The Demon Barber of NYC" Colorist: Oliver "Can I have some more, please" Eid Special Thanks: Chris "Mother told me to do it" Conti Keleigh "Wednesday Adams" Nealon Monica "The Friendly Ghost" MulhallHow The Upper West Side Revolutionized NYC Apartments
Today AD joins architect Nick Potts in New York City for a walking tour of the Upper West Side. At the turn of the century, apartment hotels such as The Dakota and The San Remo started populating the Upper West Side. Servants' quarters, elevators, and the realization of views were making apartment living more appealing to the upper middle classes and increasing the value of the top floors. Join Nick for an in-depth look at how the Upper West Side revolutionized apartment living and became the birthplace of the penthouse in Manhattan. Director: Hiatt Woods Director of Photography: Eric Brouse Editor: Tristen Rogers Host: Nick Potts Producer: Skylar Economy; Vara Reese Line Producer: Joseph Buscemi Associate Producer: Brandon Fuhr Production Manager: Melissa Heber Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila Audio Engineer: Brett Van Deusen Production Assistant: Noah Bierbrier; Ryan Coppola Post Production Supervisor: Andrew Montague Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew Supervising Editor: Christina Mankellow Assistant Editor: Courtney Karwal Colorist: Oliver EidHow Walt Disney Concert Hall Was Designed To Be Pitch Perfect
Today AD welcomes back architect Valery Augustin to tour Walt Disney Concert Hall in Downtown Los Angeles. Designed in 1987 by Frank Gehry, music runs through the veins of this building. A unique steel exterior houses an acoustically perfect auditorium designed by Yasuhisa Toyota and is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra. Join Valery as he takes an in-depth look at how the concert hall pioneered new design techniques and became a true gift to the people of Los Angeles.Why The World’s Tallest Apartment Buildings Are On The Same Street
Today architect Nick Potts joins AD in New York City for an in-depth walking tour of Billionaires’ Row in Midtown Manhattan. West 57th Street has been attracting Manhattan’s wealthiest residents for centuries–a former amalgamation of brownstone and gothic mansions in the 1800s, the street has evolved into a hotspot for supertall luxury skyscrapers boasting the three tallest residential buildings in the world. Join Nick as he deep-dives into the area’s rich history and explains why Billionaires’ Row could only be built on 57th Street.Architect Explores Downtown Los Angeles’s Diverse Architecture & History
Today AD welcomes back architect Valery Augustin for a walking tour of Downtown Los Angeles, exploring its diverse architectural design. From Spanish Colonial and 1930s art deco to postmodern deconstructivism, Downtown Los Angeles has become a playground for design, boasting a wide variety of architectural styles spanning centuries–discover the history of this diverse district through Valéry Augustin’s expert eye.How SoHo NYC Became The Cast Iron District
Architect Nicholas Potts returns for another history-revealing walking tour, this time exploring the ever-evolving look of SoHo in New York City.Architect Explores Wall Street's Details & History
Today AD returns to New York City for a deep-dive walking tour of Wall Street in Downtown Manhattan with architect Nicholas Potts.
Art+Auctions
Van Cleef & Arpels’s Impressionist Garden Display Ushers in Spring on NYC’s Fifth Avenue
For the third consecutive year, the jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels creates an uptown art installation
Celebrity Estate Sales and Auctions: 6 People Share Their Most Memorable Shopping Experiences
From the estates of Joan Didion and Truman Capote to finds that once belonged to Patrick Swayze and Busy Philipps
The Narrowest House in the World Sits in a Public Park in France
A visit to the cramped and unsettling Narrow House by Erwin Wurm
How 9 Black Collectors Are Changing the Art World, Starting at Home
AD speaks with NBA legend Carmelo Anthony, curator Kimberly Drew, and others about investing in Black creatives
The Implications of Prison Flipping
Jail houses and correctional facilities are now wedding venues, hotels, and homes. But do they acknowledge their histories?
Al Maktoum International Airport: Everything We Know About Dubai's New $35 Billion Project
The world's most expensive airport will handle 260 million passengers per year
Get Away
33 Best Los Angeles Airbnbs to Book in 2024
From an airy Venice loft to a romantic Topanga getaway, these vacation homes offer something for every traveler
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Culture
The Anatomy of an Ideal Indian Wedding
Leading Indian wedding experts advise on achieving a beautiful affair
Travel
9 Unbelievable Secrets About New York City
From a shocking law that New Yorkers break every day to buildings made from oysters, how many of these little-known facts are you familiar with?
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19 Mexico City Airbnb Rentals for Exploring This Hub of Art and Architecture
Tu (new) casa awaits
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The 9 Most Dangerous Roads in the World
From France to Bolivia, these spectacular "death roads" impress on image alone
Motoring
The World’s Most Expensive Yachts—Including Some That Cost Billions
With such outlandish on-board features as statues constructed from T. rex dinosaur bones, these yachts are simply a cut above the rest
Travel
20 Best Palm Springs Airbnb Rentals to Book in 2024
From futuristic desert cabins to Frank Sinatra’s midcentury-modern home, AD has got you covered
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Travel
The 18 Most Beautiful Castles in the US
From California’s Hearst Castle to North Carolina’s Biltmore Estate to New York’s Belvedere Castle, tour the stunning strongholds and citadels across America
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