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Herzog & de Meuron

Herzog & de Meuron is an international architecture firm, founded in Basel, Switzerland in 1978.

21/08/2026

On-site at the Hauptpost Basel, where the restoration and modernization of the historic building continues. This work includes construction on the rooftop: an incongruous 1950s extension on the upper level of the Hauptpost was removed and replaced with a new timber structure. Its pitched roof responds carefully to the form and materiality of the surrounding roofscape while creating a terrace with views across Basel’s Old Town.

Find out more at hdm.com.

14/08/2026

On-site at the Grand Canal Museum in Hangzhou, China.

A look back at the construction of the Grand Canal Museum, taking shape along the banks of the Grand Canal — one of China’s most significant waterways connecting the country’s north and south. The project comprises a museum dedicated to the canal’s rich history, housed within a floating volume clad in blue glass that shelters a generous public space beneath. Rising behind it is the ‘Mountain’, a mineral volume accommodating office spaces. This setting embodies “water in the front, mountain in the back” – a classic Chinese ideal of harmonious integration of people, buildings and their natural environment.

29/07/2026

Daily life at the Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como.

L˜ARIA is our third project for the Mandarin Oriental, Lago Di Como. The resort continues to evolve as a cohesive whole, shaped by the history of Lake Como and the distinct character of its site. Following our earlier work on the floating pool and spa and NAMI Café, as well as the transformation of the bar and bistro within the historic Villa Roccabruna, this latest phase centres on the fine dining restaurant, together with its adjoining terrace and veranda, nestled within the gardens.

19/07/2026

It all started with our love of the game. The first stadium we had the privilege of building was for FC Basel, our hometown team. From Allianz Arena in Munich to the National Stadium in Beijing, we design in response to the perspective of the fans, placing great importance on their perception of the game and their emotions – they are brought as close to the playing field as possible. A dense, concentrated atmosphere is created, with little to distract from the pitch.

Find out more about our sports projects at the link in our bio.

03/07/2026

On-site at Sixth&Blanco in Austin, Texas, where the mass timber and concrete structure takes shape.

The project encompasses a full city block of mixed-use, infill development. As the building rises, it steps back from the street and gradually decreases in density. Shaded courtyards, passages, terraces, and bridges form an interconnected network of outdoor circulation that takes advantage of Austin’s climate, allowing daily life to happen in the open air.

01/07/2026

Seating up to 42,000 spectators, the Stade de Bordeaux embraces the game area, its geometry affording optimal visibility for all. The steep stands create a close connection to the pitch and concentrate the roar of the crowd.

Following the inaugural match between home team Girondins de Bordeaux against Montpellier, then-Bordeaux forward Henri Saivet remarked: “We needed to have this proximity with the supporters. We can feel their strength.”

Beyond hosting FCGB matches, the stadium has been reconfigured for major concerts and has welcomed some of football and rugby’s biggest events. It served as a venue for UEFA EURO 2016, hosting six matches including a semi-final, and later hosted matches during the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

Stay tuned for more insights into H&dM stadiums as the World Cup continues.

29/06/2026

When asked by a Harvard GSD student what they should hope to get out of their education, Jacques answered:

“I’m not good at giving advice. But I always liked to just watch the world. Anything could be interesting. Discover something interesting — something that touches you, something that makes you richer and makes you want to do something.

I grew up in Basel, Switzerland, and we don’t have a huge architectural tradition, unlike France or Italy. Switzerland has a more rural culture; it isn’t a very urban culture. But I liked what I saw around me, with its more anonymous qualities. I liked the Bauhaus-style buildings of the 1930s — I liked the B-sides more. Very often, the B-sides are more inspiring.

This was my approach. Your approach will be different. It comes from what you discover yourself rather than what schools tell you.”

Jacques joined Grace La in conversation, discussing projects including Ricola Mulhouse, M+, Elbphilharmonie, Dominus Winery, and Calder Gardens. The conversation ranged from the use of ornament, to the originating “spark” of a project, to the futility of theory, and much more.

Watch the full recording at the link in our bio.

Photo: Zara Tzanev, Courtesy of the Harvard Graduate School of Design.

22/06/2026

A look back at the opening of the TITLIS Tower, where Pierre, Andreas Fries, Stephan Weber, and Volker Jacob introduced the project to press through tours and presentations.

Designed in response to the extreme alpine environment, the Titlis Tower repurposes the original structure of a telecommunications tower for new use. As Pierre describes:

“Mount Titlis is renowned for its breathtaking landscape, with sweeping views across the Alps that Switzerland is so well known for. When Herzog & de Meuron were commissioned 2017 to revitalize and transform the mountain station and tower, we immediately focused on a resource-conscious development of the existing infrastructure. As the first element to be implemented within this overall concept, the tower symbolizes a shift from purely functional structures towards a new generation of Alpine architecture.”

13/06/2026

Twenty years ago, the Allianz Arena — then only a year old — hosted the opening ceremony of the . Over the course of the tournament, it staged six matches of the 2006 FIFA World Cup, including the opening game and a semifinal, featuring teams from 11 different countries. A total of 396,000 spectators attended the sold-out matches.

For several weeks, FIFA operated the stadium as an official World Cup venue before it returned as the home of and . In line with FIFA’s advertising rules, the giant “Allianz Arena” letters were temporarily removed and relocated to the roof of Munich’s Haus der Kunst.

From the opening match in 2006 to today, the Allianz Arena is an architectural landmark that has become a model for stadium operations and modern fan experience. It remains one of Europe’s leading stadiums two decades after its first kick-off.

Stay tuned for more insights into the Allianz Arena and our other stadiums as the World Cup continues.

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