Liam Carter is a journalist specializing in urban development, architecture, and historic preservation. He covers the intersection of city planning, community identity, and the adaptive reuse of industrial landscapes.
Collected Works · 20 Articles
Once a simple housing solution for athletes, the Olympic Village has evolved into a powerful tool for urban regeneration, creating new neighborhoods and lasting legacies.
A $350 million proposal aims to convert the vacant 44-story AT&T Tower in downtown St. Louis into 600 apartments, retail, and restaurant space.
The National Press Photographers Association strongly opposes the White House's digital alteration of a journalistic image, calling it a deliberate attempt to mislead the public.
The Netherlands' first timber laboratory, Plus Ultra III, features a facade made from 30,987 kg of recycled post-consumer plastic waste, showcasing sustainable construction.
Architects have revealed detailed plans for a $400 million, 90,000-square-foot expansion of the White House East Wing, featuring a grand ballroom for 1,000 guests.
Google has secured an $85 million permit to begin a massive interior renovation of Chicago's Thompson Center, detailing plans for offices, cafes, and labs.
Madison, Wisconsin, features a new Olympic-themed bobsled snow sculpture by artist Michael Berkholtz, allowing visitors to sit inside.
Dallas City Hall's future is under debate: renovate the I.M. Pei building or relocate for downtown redevelopment. A new report suggests alternative sites, but relocation supporters cite high costs and
Photographer Joed Viera's 2025 collection offers a visual journey through Western New York, capturing diverse moments from serene landscapes to vibrant community and sports events.
Dallas City Hall, an iconic I.M. Pei-designed building, may be vacated and redeveloped. City officials are exploring relocation, sparking debate over its architectural legacy and potential demolition
Chicago City Council has approved a 50-unit mixed-use development in Logan Square at 2240 N Milwaukee Avenue, featuring retail and affordable housing.
A new mixed-use development, Centro West, opens in Austin, drawing inspiration from the city's historic warehouse district. The project features 330,000 square feet of residential and commercial space
A vacant Mission District lot is set for an eight-story apartment complex with 35 units, including affordable housing. The project, inspired by the Flatiron Building, will bring new residences and com
Bangkok's new Cloud 11 project, a 250,000 m² mixed-use development, integrates Thailand's largest elevated park to combat urban challenges like heat and flooding, fostering a new creative hub.
Rotterdam has approved the construction of Schieblocks, a 47,000-square-meter office building designed by MVRDV and SYNRG. The project integrates colorful blocks, public amenities, and sustainable fea
Downtown is abuzz with new developments, including a Jeff Shelton-designed building, new retail like Polette eyewear, Folly's expansion, and Maker House's pop-up, alongside the closure of Indian Summe
Midtown Atlanta's new 60-story skyscraper at 1072 West Peachtree Street has reached its full height of 749 feet, becoming the city's fifth-tallest building. The mixed-use tower features luxury apartme
Plans have been approved for a new 28-story residential tower in Chicago's South Loop, part of the Riverline development, which will add 350 new homes.
The St. Petersburg Yacht Club is exploring new conceptual designs for a three-story clubhouse to address flood risks and enhance amenities, with a potential $50 million rebuild.
New York City's narrowest townhouse, located at 75½ Bedford Street, is on the market for $4.195 million. The historic 9.5-foot-wide home has a star-studded past.