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fromArchDaily
19 hours ago

Paris' Tour Montparnasse Observatory to Close in March 2026 as Redevelopment Plans Move Forward

The public observation deck at the top of the Tour Montparnasse, long considered one of the most debated additions to the Parisian skyline, is set to close on March 31, 2026, ahead of a major redevelopment of the tower and its surrounding complex. Completed in 1973, the 210-meter structure has remained the only skyscraper within central Paris for decades, frequently criticized for its scale and contrast with the historic cityscape.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Oxford Street to ban traffic by 'end of summer'

London's mayor has instructed his team to pedestrianize Oxford Street's west stretch from Orchard Street to Great Portland Street by summer's end, banning all motorized vehicles while maintaining emergency access.
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fromColossal
1 week ago

Liz West Transforms a Bristol Parking Garage into a Kaleidoscopic Passageway

British artist Liz West transformed a parking garage floor into an immersive color installation using pigmented theatre gels over existing lights, creating an interactive space for visitors to experience color physically.
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