As Padel Takes Off, Courts Are in Demand—And Flooring’s Got the Winning Serve

Following the recent success of the FIP World Padel Championships in Qatar and the announcement of Saudi Arabia hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2034, the Middle East is gearing up to be a hub for major sporting events, which drives the demand for high-performance sports infrastructure. From Pickleball and Padel courts to internationally renowned stadiums, the evolution of sports flooring requires innovative, durable, and sustainable solutions.

Léon Krier, Influential Voice in New Urbanism, Passes Away at 79

Léon Krier, the Luxembourg-born architect and urban theorist renowned for his critical stance against modernist planning and his influential role in the New Urbanism movement, passed away on June 19, 2025, at the age of 79. Known for his uncompromising critique of modernist planning and his vision for human-scaled, walkable communities, Krier leaves behind a substantial body of built work, theoretical writing, and educational influence.

Rio Perdido West Bungalows / Studio Saxe

In the ecological town of Bagaces, Costa Rica, near the volcanic range, floating pavilions anchored in lush forests reveal mesmerizing canyon vistas.

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