As we commence the new year, we present an overview of 12 remarkable architectural projects anticipated to debut in 2025, featuring a massive domed skyspace and a sports complex enveloped by earth.
The masterplan for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, is being developed by renowned architect Sou Fujimoto, marking one of the most eagerly awaited events of 2025.
Fujimoto's design features a 60,000-square-meter wooden ring that will encompass the expo grounds and the various architecturally distinct pavilions, representing a symbol of global unity.
Inside this space, notable pavilions will include the Blue Ocean Dome designed by Shigeru Ban and a fragmented wooden structure created by Lina Ghotmeh.
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The Next Level, Denmark, by Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects
In Denmark, the highly anticipated underground expansion of the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum, designed by Schmidt Hammer Lassen, is set to open its doors.
At the heart of this extension will be The Dome, a collaborative project with American artist James Turrell, aimed at becoming "the largest skyspace in the world within a museum setting."
According to the studio, "The Dome at ARoS, measuring 40 meters in diameter, will create one of the most remarkable spaces ever integrated into an art museum."
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Zayed National Museum, located in the United Arab Emirates, designed by Foster + Partners
After nearly 15 years since the unveiling of its design by Foster + Partners, the Zayed National Museum is set to open its doors in Abu Dhabi in 2025.
This project is an integral component of Saadiyat Island, a cultural district currently under development off the coast of the UAE capital, featuring a collection of iconic structures designed by a distinguished array of architects.
Included in this lineup is the Guggenheim Museum, designed by Frank Gehry, which is also anticipated to open in 2025.
The Benin National Parliament, located in Benin, is a project designed by Kéré Architecture.
Scheduled for completion in 2025, this significant government structure in Porto-Novo was previously highlighted as one of the anticipated buildings for 2024.
The design draws inspiration from palaver trees, which have historically served as communal gathering spots in West Africa.
Kéré emphasized that this project represents "the significance of traditional governance structures and the potential of modern African architecture on a national level."
Quzhou Sports Campus, located in China and designed by MAD
is set to captivate enthusiasts of the studio, especially with multiple projects slated for completion in 2025. Among these, the Quzhou Sports Campus stands out for its distinctive design.
This complex features a series of sports facilities topped with green roofs that rise from the landscape, resembling volcanic formations. The studio claims it to be "the largest earth-sheltered complex in the world."
The initial phase of the development, which includes a stadium characterized by its halo-shaped roof, was inaugurated in 2022.
Google King's Cross, UK, by BIG and Heatherwick Studio
In London, the architectural firm led by Bjarke Ingels and designer Thomas Heatherwick is nearing completion of the new Google campus.
Recognized for its landscaping prowess, the structure will extend 330 meters in length, surpassing the height of the Shard, which is the tallest building in the UK.
The extension of the New Museum in the United States, designed by OMA
is set to be completed this year. This addition will effectively double the size of the contemporary art gallery originally designed by SANAA.
The new structure will feature an angular profile that contrasts with the uniquely stacked design of the existing building. However, both edifices will be harmonized through the use of metal mesh elements incorporated into their facades.
The Wadden Sea World Heritage Center, designed by Dorte Mandrup,
The Wadden Sea World Heritage Center in April, inviting guests to explore the intertidal zone recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The architectural firm states that the design is inspired by "the endless cycle of the tide," featuring a gently spiraling incline that offers sweeping vistas of the nearby fishing village.
Dorte Mandrup remarked, "It almost gives you the feeling of being one with the sea."
Shenzhen Science and Technology Museum, located in China, is a project designed by Zaha Hadid Architects.
Initially scheduled to open in 2023, this museum has been a later addition to the list of notable architectural projects. Its design features a pebble-like structure that will encompass a spacious atrium, with aspirations to serve as a prominent landmark within the Guangming Science City district of Shenzhen.
According to the architectural firm, "The museum will serve as a vital hub for learning and exploring the influence of science and technology, as well as their implications for our lives and future."
Kvarter 7, located in Wood City, Sweden
Wood City is a notable housing project conceived by White Arkitekter, prioritizing the needs of children and constructed predominantly from timber.
This development represents the initial phase of the forthcoming Wood City in Stockholm, which is set to become the largest mass-timber project globally. White Arkitekter, in collaboration with Henning Larsen, aims to evoke the ambiance of a forest within this innovative urban environment.
Fondation Cartier, France, designed by Jean Nouvel
In 2025, Jean Nouvel will reveal the new location for the Fondation Cartier, which his firm is developing in central Paris to commemorate the contemporary art museum's 40th anniversary.
The new site will be situated within the Hôtel du Louvre, a luxurious Haussmannian-era hotel located in the Palais-Royal district, offering 6,500 square meters of adaptable exhibition space.
Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Australia, designed by Snøhetta
Among the buildings set to open in Australia this year is a performing arts centre in Brisbane, crafted by Snøhetta. This venue will host a variety of performances, including ballet, opera, theatre, and musicals.
The centre will feature a distinctive undulating glass façade, reflecting the contours of the Brisbane River and honoring its significance within the indigenous territory known as Meanjin, historically occupied by the Turrbal people.
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