Just south of Paris, architect and designer Katja Pargger took on the task of updating a classic ‘château Solognot’. Over five years, the renovation remained elegant and restrained, yet full of surprises

By Anna Solomon Published 7 February 26

How Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony alternated creativity, culture and spectacle through a celebration of Italian artistic excellences. Laura May Todd reports from Milan's San Siro Stadium

By Laura May Todd Published 7 February 26

Shigeru Ban, the Japanese architect who perfected working with paper in architecture, has been prolific, experimenting to striking, sustainable results. Read our ultimate guide to his work

By Danielle Demetriou Published 7 February 26