Arquitectonica

At Arquitectonica, we are proud to celebrate the opening of Nu Stadium at Miami Freedom Park, set to debut tomorrow. The project reimagines what a sports destination can be by expanding its role beyond a single-use venue into a year-round civic and cultural hub that brings together recreation, entertainment, and community life. More than a stadium, the 131-acre site is designed as a dynamic mixed-use environment. Anchored by a 25,000-seat soccer stadium, a 58-acre public park unfolds as one of Miami’s largest new green spaces, complemented by retail, entertainment, and hospitality experiences that activate the site year-round.⁠ ⁠ Our goal was to seamlessly integrate the energy of match day with everyday life, creating a vibrant and inclusive place rooted in community, culture, and connection. As the stadium opens tomorrow, we celebrate a new civic landmark for Miami, one that reflects the city’s spirit, diversity, and love of the game.⁠ ⁠ #MiamiFreedomPark #NuStadium #InterMiamiCF #MiamiArchitecture #MixedUse #UrbanDesign #PublicSpace #CivicDesign #MLS #Miami⁠ ⁠

As cities face increasing pressure from urbanization, climate challenges, and infrastructure constraints, transport-oriented development is becoming a critical strategy for sustainable growth. In this article, Peter Brannan, Managing Director of Asia and the Middle East, examines how the next phase of TOD moves beyond building near transit to fully integrating mobility, density, and mixed-use programming. The focus shifts toward creating urban districts where infrastructure actively shapes how people live, work, and move. Through global case studies, the piece explores how layered public spaces, vertical density, and seamless connectivity can support more efficient urban systems while enhancing the everyday experience of the city. The result is a more holistic model of development—one that prioritizes long-term adaptability and urban performance at scale. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gTXNrUb6 Photo: GDH City, Shenzhen

Arquitectonica attended the Tenants Opening of SM Nuvali last week, marking an exciting milestone as this next-generation retail destination begins to take shape just outside Metro Manila. Spanning over 130,000 sqm, the project represents the first phase of a larger mixed-use masterplan that will introduce offices, a hotel, and residential towers. The mall is organized along a triangular, racetrack-inspired layout, integrating major anchors, an exhibition center, and an 800-seat chapel, reflecting Arquitectonica’s continued leadership in large-scale, mixed-use developments that integrate retail, hospitality, workplace, and residential components into cohesive, economically resilient destinations. At its center is an 8,000 sqm garden enclosed by what will be the largest ETFE roof in the Philippines. This climate-controlled space is designed as a vibrant social hub, lined with restaurants, cafés, and gathering spaces that connect retail with landscape and community. Renderings alongside construction progress offer a glimpse into how the project is coming to life. #MixedUseDevelopment #TransitOrientedDevelopment #TOD #UrbanGrowth #CityPlanning #CommercialArchitecture #EconomicDevelopment #Placemaking #IntegratedDesign #FutureOfCities

Avara Miami Beach, an 8-story multifamily residential development overlooking the bay, has achieved LEED v4 Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. The certification reflects the project’s integration of sustainable design strategies aimed at improving building performance, reducing environmental impact, and supporting long-term operational efficiency. Avara includes approximately 177 residences above a structured parking garage and features amenities such as a second-floor pool deck overlooking the bay, a fitness center, club room, bike storage, and pet-friendly spaces designed to support an active residential community. #AvaraMiamiBeach #MiamiBeach #Arquitectonica #LEEDGold #SustainableDesign #GreenBuilding #ResidentialArchitecture #MultifamilyHousing

We’re pleased to share a recent episode of the “I’ve Never Met a Woman Architect Before” podcast featuring Laurinda H. Spear, FAIA, founding principal of Arquitectonica and ArquitectonicaGEO. In Episode 97, Laurinda joins host Michele Grace Hottel alongside Cecilia E. Ramos of Lutron for a conversation about their journeys in architecture and design, the experiences that have shaped their careers, and the evolving role of women in the profession. Listen to the episode: #architecture #womeninarchitecture #design #podcast

Arquitectonica Living: Modern Residential Architecture⁠ ⁠ With a foreword by Bernardo Fort-Brescia and Raymond Fort and an introduction by Ian Volner, this new volume explores decades of residential work across the globe.⁠ ⁠ From Miami to Singapore, London to Toronto, the book highlights projects that have shaped contemporary urban living through bold design and a strong sense of place.⁠ ⁠ Find your copy here: https://lnkd.in/eq-h2XAi #Architecture #ModernArchitecture #ResidentialArchitecture #ArchitectureLovers #ArchitecturePhotography #ArchitecturalDesign #ArchitectureBook #Arquitectonica

Earlier this week, groundbreaking took place for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, West Palm Beach at 1745 N Flagler Drive. The waterfront tower will bring 138 residences and expansive views of the Intracoastal to the West Palm Beach skyline, marking a significant milestone for this highly anticipated address. #Groundbreaking #WestPalmBeach #LuxuryLiving #WaterfrontDevelopment #SouthFlorida #Architecture #Design

We’re excited to share this milestone for Cipriani Residences Miami as the tower rises past Level 62, reaching 688 feet above sea level.

As we welcome the Lunar New Year, we extend our warmest wishes to our colleagues, partners, and friends around the world. May the year ahead be filled with growth, prosperity, and shared success. #LunarNewYear #GlobalConnections #NewYear #Architecture #DesignCommunity

We are proud to share that GDH City in Shenzhen has been featured in PRC Magazine as a new mixed-use urban landmark rising on the historic Kingway Brewery site. Designed by Arquitectonica, the project transforms a former industrial campus into a vibrant, sustainable destination that brings together offices, retail, public space, and cultural programming. Read the full feature in PRC Magazine here: https://lnkd.in/eNafDh5X #Arquitectonica #Architecture #UrbanDesign #MixedUse #GlobalArchitecture