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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Genius Use of Sea Cabbages: One of Tallinn's Valuable Power Buildings is Deteriorating

The article discusses the purported deterioration of the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs building and the need for extensive repairs.

Mar 21 • 17:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Plans to Renovate the Historical Areas of Pažaislis: Investments Will Amount to 1.6 Million Euros

A project aimed at renovating the historical buildings of the Pažaislis Monastery in Lithuania will cost 1.6 million euros and will repurpose two structures while preserving their exterior.

Mar 21 • 15:23 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Historical Spaces Will Revive at the Pažaislis Monastery: Visitors Can Participate in Events Throughout the Year

The Pažaislis Monastery's renovation project, valued at nearly 1.6 million euros, aims to restore historic buildings for cultural and educational events year-round.

Mar 20 • 07:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bestiary – Of Animals and Humans: Dachshund Against Woodworm

A dachshund named Strolchi contributes to the preservation of historical buildings by searching for wood-boring insects in a church in Altenburg, Austria.

Mar 19 • 15:43 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Forbes: 2 Greek hotels among the 16 best new hotel designs in Europe

Forbes highlights two Greek hotels as among the best new hotel designs in Europe, showcasing the creative repurposing of various historical and industrial buildings.

Mar 18 • 07:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Historical heritage of São Luís suffers accelerated degradation; more than 100 old buildings are at risk

More than 100 historic buildings in São Luís, Brazil, are at risk of collapse due to accelerated degradation and neglect, raising concerns among local residents.

Mar 14 • 18:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Investing over 2 million euros, Bauska will restore the historic Dreņģeri entrance yard

Bauska's Old Town, a valuable historical area in Latvia, is set to receive over 2 million euros for the restoration of its heritage buildings, with significant involvement from local authorities.

Mar 13 • 14:42 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Neighbors are Upset Everywhere in the Country. Now the Minister Wants to Stop Senseless Demolitions

In Denmark, a proposed 'preserve or explain' principle aims to curb unnecessary demolitions of buildings, addressing growing public concern over the loss of historical structures.

Mar 11 • 06:44 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Cultural massacre: Why is Isfahan, the historical and nuclear heart of Iran, being bombed?

Isfahan, an important historical city in Iran, has recently experienced a series of airstrikes targeting government buildings and historical landmarks, raising concerns about the impact on its cultural heritage.

Mar 11 • 05:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What the 360-degree views are like to rediscover the Buenos Aires skyline and access private terraces

A guided tour program in Buenos Aires is aimed at highlighting the city's architectural heritage and the historical significance of its most iconic buildings.

Mar 10 • 20:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Redevelopment in Front of Jongmyo' Government Administrative Adjustment Item to be Discussed

The redevelopment project in front of Jongmyo Shrine in Seoul, involving the construction of high-rise buildings, will be discussed in a government administrative adjustment committee due to ongoing controversies regarding historical conservation.

Mar 10 • 02:54 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The scandal of the world's smallest skyscraper

The Newby-McMahon Building in Wichita Falls, Texas, is dubbed the world's smallest skyscraper at only 12 meters tall, overshadowed by regular buildings yet has a fascinating historical background related to a 20th-century oil boom.

Feb 24 • 11:09 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Architecture of Its Time. Czech Buildings That Rewrote History and Aroused Both Admiration and Hatred

The article highlights significant Czech architectural works, showcasing their historical and cultural impact alongside public reactions.

Feb 21 • 05:45 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Action "Put in Jail" at the Former KGB Buildings in Vilnius

An event called "Put in Jail" was held at the former KGB headquarters in Vilnius to highlight historical injustices and commemorate the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 20 • 03:20 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Historical Warsaw tenement house to undergo revitalization. Housing will be created

A historic building in central Warsaw is set for revitalization, which will create residential units and commercial spaces while preserving its architectural features.

Feb 18 • 12:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Auction of postal properties reveals historical abandonment of public buildings and waste of money

In the midst of an unprecedented financial crisis, Brazil's postal service is auctioning properties across the country, highlighting a history of neglect and public money wastage.

Feb 6 • 23:55 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

German 'vision' of Warsaw. Barbaric plan to demolish up to 96% of the buildings

The article discusses a controversial German plan that proposes the demolition of up to 96% of Warsaw's buildings, reflecting on historical and urban planning aspects.

Feb 5 • 20:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Europe Destroys Buildings More Willingly Than the USA. Surprising Results of a Study

A recent study analyzing thousands of buildings in Europe and the USA reveals that European cities are more inclined to demolish contemporary structures despite their rich historical heritage.

Feb 3 • 16:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

I Live in a History Book: Understand What It's Like to Live in a Listed House and What the Owner's Duties Are

The article explores the life of Paulo Pacetta, a resident of a historical property in Amparo, SP, highlighting the responsibilities and restrictions faced by owners of listed heritage buildings.

Feb 3 • 14:39 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Anita Staub: Excel State vs Cultural Heritage

Anita Staub discusses the implications of the state's inaction regarding historical buildings in Tallinn, questioning the message sent to owners of culturally valuable properties.

Feb 3 • 12:03 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Schöpffe Villa: A Less Charming Solution

The historical town hall in Grafing has been suffering from extreme heat, prompting a call for modernization, while an old school building has remained unused for 16 years due to safety issues.

Jan 14 • 15:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

The rehabilitation plan for the refugee apartments on Alexandra Avenue begins

The first phase of a rehabilitation project for four of the eight historical apartment buildings on Alexandra Avenue aims to create social housing and accommodate companions of patients from the nearby hospital 'Agios Savvas,' with a goal to restore 108 apartments by 2028.

Jan 14 • 06:36 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The City Council of Madrid suspends the demolition of the historic Baobab building in Lavapiés after a complaint by the PSOE

The City Council of Madrid has temporarily suspended the demolition license for two buildings in Lavapiés, pending a decision on their historical value and potential protection, following a complaint by the PSOE.

Jan 13 • 14:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The convents of Toledo that want to become homes: 'We will apply a rental ethics'

The initiative, led by the Consortium of the City of Toledo, aims to preserve the heritage of convent buildings and help settle residents in the Historical Center.

Jan 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Historical Buildings: Association crowns the "Demolition of the Year"

A historic residential house and a traditional inn in Upper Bavaria, along with a 400-year-old half-timbered building in Central Franconia, have been awarded the "Demolitions of the Year" for 2025, prompting a call for greater appreciation and preservation of historic structures.

Jan 12 • 12:36 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Office Buildings. Senator and PZO Change Owners

The Senator office building in Warsaw, a recognized business address combining historical and modern features, is undergoing ownership changes along with another office property, PZO.

Dec 30 • 18:48 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Historical Buildings in Bavaria: Local Protectors Again Seek the 'Demolition of the Year'

The Landesverein für Heimatpflege criticizes the demolition of historical buildings in Bavaria, highlighting the cultural loss of old inns as vital community centers.

Dec 29 • 07:54 UTC

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