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Abu Dhabi Builds Its Architectural Cred

The building boom in the capital of the United Arab Emirates rivals that of Dubai. But Abu Dhabi hopes to distinguish itself with ambitious green architecture

Slide Show: Abu Dhabi Builds Its Architectural Image

Renzo Piano's Light Touch

The architect may be 70 years old, but he's having a good year. His firm is currently working on 20 high profile, global projects

Slide Show: A Few of Renzo Piano's Favorite Things

Concert Halls Hit High Notes

Once merely built to house an orchestra and host events, halls are becoming social centers and tourist attractions. Still, architects keep acoustics in mind

Slide Show: Classical Designs

Peter Marino's Wonders

The New York architect discusses his own store designs for such luxury names as Dior and Vuitton—and the work of those that have influenced him

Slide Show: An Architect Rates the Greats

Architecture According to Holl

Steven Holl may be known for his innovative use of materials, but his award-winning designs have deliberately avoided a signature style

Slide Show: Inspirations for Excellence

Airport Design Takes Off

With global terrorism, environmental concerns, and increasing numbers of passengers, airports must change to meet new needs

Slide Show: Airport Wonders of the World

Libraries for the Internet Age

These centers of wisdom are not just about books anymore. They're diversifying—and designers are focusing on their social role

Slide Show: The World's Wondrous Libraries

Wonders of the World: The Buildings of 2006

The major trend of the year, seen in everything from houses to skyscrapers: Environmentally benign design

Slide Show: Architectural Wonders 2006

Am I in Heaven, or Am I in My Hotel?

High-end business and leisure travelers are demanding superluxury, and hotels around the world are responding

Slide Show: Hotels Worth Hitting the Road for

Where Spirit Meets Stone

Whether centuries old or just-built, houses of worship tend to embody the spiritual side of architecture

Slide Show: Wondrous Houses of Worship

On Campus: Sharing Space, Sharing Ideas

The return of the roundtable to college campuses is accompanied by architect-designed buildings with an emphasis on collaboration

Slide Show: The Cosmopolitan Campus

Wonders of the World: Ships

These days, one might look skyward to find amazing ships, but there are plenty of modern-day miracles on the oceans

Slide Show: Sailing's Second Golden Age

India's Modern Architectural Wonders

The country's forthcoming wave of slick contemporary architecture is a potent symbol of its rocketing economy

Slide Show: Modern Wonders of India

Wonders of Space

You can go via Soyuz for $20 million, or you can go Virgin Galactic for $200,000. Whatever your budget, there's a space trip just for you

Slide Show: A New Space Race

Wonder of Wonders

A selection of the 10 most amazing projects from our 10 packages covering present-day architectural and engineering wonders

Slide Show: Wonders of the World Wrap-Up

Bridges for a New Millennium

New materials and techniques allow bridges to be built better, lighter, and in places never before imagined

Slide Show: Breathtaking Bridges

Green Wonders of the World

Green building technology has reached a tipping point that makes it more feasible—and elegant—choice for new construction

Slide Show: Green Wonders of the World

Retail Wonders of the World

Today's boutiques, malls, and flagship stores seem intent on recreating old-fashioned shopping magic, but with a distinctly high-tech flair

The Newest Wonders in a Growing London

Britain's capital is bursting with new architecture, from Europe's tallest residential tower to the world's largest covered soccer stadium

Slide Show: Architectural Wonders of London

Italy's Architectural Wonders

Richard Meier's new museum in Rome is leading the trend of the modern in a country steeped in history

Slide Show: Italy's Building Renaissance

Dubai's Architectural Wonders

As oil reserves dwindle, Dubai's attention-grabbing construction projects, including an underwater hotel, are aimed at drawing tourist dollars

Slide Show: Dubai's World-Beating Buildings

Engineering's Modern Wonders

New technologies and materials are allowing civil engineers to build infrastructure projects of unprecedented scale and complexity

Slide Show: Today's Epic Engineering Feats

Architectural Wonders: Building Innovation

Architects face such challenges as terrorism and costly energy, while designing ever-higher, technologically advanced buildings

Slide Show: Buildings with Beauty and Brains

China's New Architectural Wonders

In our ongoing series on the world's most amazing buildings we look at the unprecedented building boom in Beijing and beyond

Slide Show: 10 Wonders of the New China

World-Class Sports Stadiums

Modern arenas are true architectural works, using the latest materials and technology. Take a look at 10 of the most impressive structures