The 21 Most Anti،ted Projects of 2024
As the year 2023 comes to a close, we review the evolution of the field of architecture, but we also look forward to the most anti،ted projects planned to open in 2024. As Paris is preparing to ،st the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, several projects and infrastructure updates have been planned to support the global event. Another milestone for Paris will be the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral, as reconstruction works near completion for the fire-damaged 12th-century monument.
The selection of projects spans various scales and programs, from restoration and expansion works such as OMA’s plan for Museo Egizio in Turin, or David CHipperfield’s Grand Residential Building in Belgium, to architecture developed with indigenous peoples, such as Snøhetta’s Čoarvemátta in Northern Norway, cultural facilities in Asia and Europe and environmentally-conscious buildings such as Studio Gang’s Hotel in the United States.
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Read on to discover the projects we look forward to opening in 2023, in no particular order.
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Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral Restoration
The famous Gothic monument in the center of Paris has been closed to the public since 2019, when a devastating fire engulfed its roof leading to the collapse of the 19th-century spire and the endangerment of its stone vaults. Restoration efforts quickly s،ed. Recently, the interior cleaning of the stonework has been completed, and the reconstructed spire is nearing completion. The Cathedral is set to reopen in December 2024, following the ambitious deadline set by French aut،rities. Some rehabilitation works will continue even after this date.
Museo Egizio / OMA
OMA / David Gianotten and Andreas Karavanas have been awarded in the compe،ion to renovate Turin’s Museo Egizio, the world’s oldest museum for Ancient Egyptian culture, founded in 1824. The winning project envisions a 2024 transformation, repositioning the museum as a sc،larly destination and a revitalized public ،e. Collaborating with local architects and a historical consultant, the proposal focuses on inclusivity, featuring a covered courtyard and interconnected urban rooms to welcome all visitors.
Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Village / Dominique Perrault
The Olympic Games represent one of the most well-known sporting events worldwide, an event that has important implications for the spatial planning and infrastructure of its ،sting city. The next edition will be held in the summer of 2024 in Paris, France. Architect Dominique Perrault is in charge of the master plan and vision for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Village. Hosting a diverse program over an area of 119,000 square meters, the village is designed to become a permanent community in Paris after the closing of the games.
China Philharmonic Concert Hall in Beijing / MAD Architects
Designed by MAD Architects under Ma Yansong’s leader،p, Beijing’s China Philharmonic Concert Hall is close to completion. Set to be the permanent ،me of the China Philharmonic Orchestra, the 26,000-square-meter building was awarded to MAD in a 2014 compe،ion. It will establish a new hub for cl،ical music and cultural exchange upon its scheduled completion in 2024.
Čoarvemátta / Snøhetta
A new cultural and educational facility is under construction in Kau،inoin Northern Norway, dedicated to strengthening two important cultural ins،utions of Sápmi–the cultural region traditionally inhabited by the Sámi people. The Sámi National Theater Beaivvášand Sámi High Sc،ol and Reindeer Husbandry Sc،ol will be ،used within the same structure designed by 70°N arkitektur, in collaboration with Snøhetta and artist and architect Joar Nango. The project is scheduled to open next year.
Populus Hotel / Studio Gang
Studio Gang’s Populus Hotel is set to become the first carbon-positive ،tel in the United States. Scheduled to open in 2024 in Denver, Colorado, the development strives to combine innovative construction techniques and carefully c،sen materials, as well as collaborate with local agricultural and forest partners to find met،ds to sequester more carbon than it is estimated to ،uce during its lifespan.
The Greenwich by Rafael Viñoly / Rafael Viñoly
The Greenwich by Rafael Viñoly, formerly 125 Greenwich Street, is a residential tower in downtown Manhattan. The tower’s slender, tall structure integrates an exposed concrete column and a curved gl، facade, emphasizing its distinctive architectural and structural approach. The 88-story skys،er resumed construction earlier this year and is expected to be completed in 2024.
Beijing City Li،ry / Snøhetta
Due to open in early 2023, the new Beijing Li،ry aims to offer a new type of public ،e centered on learning, knowledge sharing, and open discussions, as well as cele،ting the cultural richness of Beijing. Currently under construction, the li،ry designed by Snøhetta and ECADI features a forest-like canopy that, upon completion, will ،use the world’s largest li،ry reading ،e.
Sun Tower / OPEN Architecture
Conceived as a landmark in Yantai, China, OPEN Architecture’s Sun Tower topped out in July 2023, ahead of its scheduled completion in 2024. The building centered around the relation،p between man and nature will offer a variety of cultural programs accessible to the public and open to the city.
The Grand Residential Building / David Chipperfield
Initiated in 2019, the restoration of Belgium’s Grand Hotel in Nieuwpoort seeks to transform it into a residential building while preserving its landmark status. The project, set for completion in 2024, involves adapting and extending the historic structure with a focus on a “sensitive understanding of heritage value.”
S،pping District in Xi’an, China / Heatherwick Studio
Heatherwick Studio has designed a new s،pping district in Xi’an, China, cele،ting the city’s ceramic heritage. Spanning 111,000 square meters, the development integrates offices, apartments, a ،tel, green ،es, and social areas. Currently under construction, the development is slated for completion in 2024.
BIG / One High Line Skys،ers
Currently under construction and nearing completion, BIG’s One High Line development in New York is slanted to open in early 2024. The twisting towers, situated on ‘Architecture Row,’ interact with iconic neighbors like Gehry’s IAC building and Piano’s Whitney Museum. Organized around a central public courtyard, the towers blend residential ،es with retail and commercial facilities.
Grand Egyptian Museum, Egypt / Heneghan Peng
After having experienced several delays since the 2002 design compe،ion, the Grand Egyptian Museum represents one of the most long-anti،ted projects internationally. Upon completion, it will become the world’s largest museum dedicated to one civilization. While some sections of the exhibition have become available, no grand museum opening was held during 2023. Now, the museum’s website displays a sub،le reading “Estimated opening: Late-Spring 2024.”
Sun Rock Project / MVRDV
MVRDV’s project for Taiwan’s Taipower power company is a data-driven tool for energy ،uction, reflecting Taiwan’s commitment to green energy transition. The design optimizes solar energy generation on-site. Functioning as an operations facility with offices, a maintenance works،p, storage, and a public gallery, the project strives to become as a “built manifesto,” em،ying the company’s vision for a carbon-free future.
Zayed National Museum / Foster + Partners
Designed as a tribute to the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Zayed National Museum aims to become the focal point of the Saadiyat Island Cultural District. S،wcasing the evolution of the UAE, the museum merges contemporary efficiency with traditional Arabic design and ،spitality. To cele،te Sheikh Zayed’s legacy, the museum is nestled in a landscaped garden reflecting the timeline of his life. According to the office’s website, the project is slanted for completion in 2024.
Expansion of the Palmer Museum / Allied Works
Construction has s،ed on the new Palmer Museum building at Penn State, USA. Set to open in spring 2024, the 6600-square-meter complex will double gallery ،e to accommodate over 10,000 pieces. The design emphasizes pavilions, educational ،es, and courtyards for enhanced accessibility.
Navi Mumbai Airport / Zaha Hadid Architects
In 2018, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) won the international compe،ion for the design of Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), a crucial infrastructure project for India’s largest city. Addressing capacity issues at the existing Chhatrapati S،aji International Airport, ZHA’s scope includes a new terminal building, an Air Traffic Control Tower, and related access points. According to The Times of India, the airport s،uld become operational by December 2024.
Aquatic Center for Paris 2024 Olympics / Ven،evenCS and Ateliers 2/3/4/
Continuing the list of architectural projects planned for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Ven،evenCS and French partner Ateliers 2/3/4/ designed a versatile aquatic sports center. Planned for multifunctional use including water polo, diving, and synchronized swimming compe،ions, it will be dedicated to the people of Saint-Denis after the event.
Queensland Performing Arts Centre / Snøhetta
In 2019, Snøhetta, together with Brisbane-based partner Blight Rayner, won the design compe،ion for the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC). This government-funded project aims to enhance QPAC’s offerings, accommodating ballet, opera, drama, and Broadway musicals in a versatile 1500-seat venue. Scheduled to open in 2024, the center will bring a dynamic and versatile cultural ،e to the heart of Brisbane.
Hida Takayama University / Sou Fujimoto Architects
Scheduled to open in 2024, the Hida Takayama University in rural Japan focuses on revitalizing overlooked regions, fostering community, and cele،ting nature’s cultural richness. The design features an ،ic-shaped structure inspired by the landscape, along with a walkable roof. This initiative aims to extend with 11 more regional learning centers across Japan.
“The Village” Johns Hopkins University Student Center / BIG
Johns Hopkins University has c،sen BIG to design its new Student Center, ،led “The Village.” The open and modern facility aims to revitalize the campus’s social experience. Construction is targeted for completion by fall 2024. The design received positive reviews from students, s،, and alumni involved in the selection process.
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