海角视频

Building the future: 2026 project milestones to celebrate

As we enter 2026, we鈥檙e excited to see several landmark projects reach pivotal stages. Each one reflects our commitment to creating spaces that are inclusive, sustainable, and transformative. From cultural icons to urban regeneration, these milestones will shape communities and inspire generations.

Jeddah Opera House

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Set to become a flagship cultural destination within the Jeddah Central masterplan, the Jeddah Opera House will be Saudi Arabia鈥檚 first purpose鈥慴uilt opera venue and a major catalyst for the city鈥檚 growing arts and entertainment sector. Drawing inspiration from the traditional architecture of Al鈥態alad, the 26,000m虏 complex will include a 1,500鈥憇eat lyric theatre, a 750鈥憇eat mid鈥憇cale theatre, and a 150鈥憇eat rehearsal hall, alongside vibrant public realm spaces.

海角视频 is delivering significant value across the project, providing multidisciplinary engineering and advisory services, alongside a detailed constructability study to support efficient, high鈥憅uality delivery. Our team has shaped a design that balances world鈥慶lass performance standards with operational flexibility, acoustic excellence, and long鈥憈erm sustainability, with the project targeting LEED Gold.

As a cultural anchor for the wider regeneration district, the Opera House will play a key role in realising the ambitions of Vision 2030 鈥 and 海角视频鈥檚 integrated approach is helping ensure it becomes a landmark venue for both the region and the global performing arts community.

Early stage construction commences on the project in 2026.

Visual representation of the Jeddah Opera House facade in Saudi Arabia.
Image: Henning Larsen.

Southwark 2.0 Heat Network

London, UK

Southwark Council鈥檚 ambition to cut carbon emissions and deliver affordable, secure heating to thousands of homes and businesses is a bold step toward a sustainable future. The Southwark 2.0 Heat Network expansion will extend the existing district heating infrastructure by 7km, connecting to the South East London Combined Heat and Power (SELCHP) facility. This initiative will provide reliable, low-carbon heat to around 5,000 additional homes and businesses, saving an estimated 14,000 tonnes of CO鈧 annually – a significant contribution to London鈥檚 climate action goals.

海角视频 played a central role in designing and modelling this complex network. Our energy consulting team led the project, supported by MEP, fire, structural, and environmental specialists. We developed precise 3D Revit models using point cloud laser scanning surveys of existing plant rooms, enabling accurate piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID). This approach allowed us to identify the most effective design solutions while minimising disruption to residents and ensuring operational continuity.

Phase Two, scheduled for March 2026, will bring further extensions and capacity increases, reinforcing Southwark鈥檚 position as a leader in urban decarbonisation.

The Southwark 2.0 Heat Network design aims to provide around 5,000 homes with a low-cost and reliable source of heat.
Image: Adobe.

Los Angeles County Museum of Art 鈥 David Geffen Galleries

California, USA

As the largest art museum in the Western United States, LACMA attracts over 1.2 million visitors annually and houses more than 130,000 works. In April 2026, the museum will unveil the David Geffen Galleries – a transformative project that unifies the permanent collection into a single, cohesive space while opening ground-level areas to the community. This $650 million redevelopment will replace four original campus buildings with a striking, curvilinear design that spans Wilshire Boulevard, creating a bold architectural statement for Los Angeles.

海角视频 provided integrated engineering services for this ambitious project, which prioritises sustainability and energy efficiency. The innovative layout introduces relaxed environmental design criteria for perimeter galleries, reducing energy consumption while maintaining optimal conditions for artwork. More delicate pieces will be housed in interior galleries with tighter temperature and humidity controls, ensuring preservation without compromising visitor comfort.

Targeting LEED Gold certification and striving for net zero energy goals, this project sets a new benchmark for sustainable museum design. By combining technical excellence with cultural sensitivity, we鈥檝e helped create a space that will inspire millions while minimising environmental impact.

Expected opening: April 2026

LACMA Building for the Permanent Collection
Image: The Boundary

Public Library Rotterdam

Rotterdam, Netherlands

The renovation of Rotterdam鈥檚 Public Library represents a significant milestone for one of the city鈥檚 most iconic civic landmarks, with construction set to commence in 2026. As the library transitions toward a more sustainable and future鈥憄roofed model, the project team is rethinking how environmental systems, circulation routes and public spaces can work harder for both users and the city.

Our engineers are developing integrated solutions that balance technical rigour with sensitivity to the building鈥檚 architectural identity. From reconfiguring services to support low鈥慶arbon operations, to enabling new structural interventions that unlock improved circulation and spatial quality, our work ensures that the library鈥檚 renewal is both ambitious and achievable.

By embedding sustainability, resilience and user comfort into the core of the design, we are helping to deliver a library that performs to modern standards without compromising its iconic character. The result will be a revitalised public asset that operates more efficiently, supports community wellbeing and stands as a benchmark for sustainable retrofit in Rotterdam鈥檚 evolving urban landscape.

Construction beginning: 2026

Landscape rendering showing atrium and entrance space at Rotterdam Library
Image: Powerhouse Company/Atelier Oslo/Lundhagem.

KANAL 鈥 Centre Pompidou

Brussels, Belgium

KANAL 鈥 Centre Pompidou is set to become one of Europe鈥檚 largest cultural venues, transforming a former Citro毛n factory into a dynamic arts hub. This 鈧125 million project will house a Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, the CIVA Foundation architecture centre, and a 400-seat auditorium, alongside vibrant public spaces. It will breathe new life into Brussels鈥 cultural landscape, attracting visitors from across the continent.

We worked within an international design team to develop a competition-winning concept that celebrates the building鈥檚 industrial heritage while creating high-performance spaces for art and community. Our designs preserve the factory鈥檚 character while introducing modern systems that meet the demands of a world-class cultural venue.

By integrating sustainability and functionality into the design, we鈥檝e ensured the building will serve as a beacon of creativity for generations. This transformation is more than a renovation – it鈥檚 a reinvention that connects past and future in a space that inspires and delights.

Expected opening: November 2026

KANAL - Centre Pompidou
Image: Atelier Kanal architects bvba.

King鈥檚 Cross Roadmap to Net Zero and Decarbonisation

London, UK

King鈥檚 Cross is one of London鈥檚 most iconic regeneration projects, and its commitment to achieving net zero carbon sets a powerful precedent for urban development. The first phase of this transformation will open in 2026, marking a major milestone in creating a sustainable future for the estate. This initiative will significantly reduce operational carbon emissions and help shape a greener city.

We played a pivotal role in developing credible pathways for decarbonisation. Our team undertook whole lifecycle cost analysis and produced building-specific Action Plans, giving the client a clear roadmap for short, medium, and long-term actions. These plans not only outline technical solutions but also provide financial clarity, enabling informed investment decisions.

By acting as trusted advisors, we continue to support Related Argent in executing this ambitious vision, ensuring King鈥檚 Cross becomes a benchmark for sustainable urban regeneration.

First phase opening: 2026

King's Cross development of offices, homes, restaurants and retail outlets, looking to be Net Zero Carbon by 2035.
Image: John Sturrock.

National Coast Guard Museum

New London, Connecticut, USA

The National Coast Guard Museum will tell the story of one of America鈥檚 most enduring services on the waterfront of New London, Connecticut. This free-admission facility will attract over 300,000 visitors annually, educating and inspiring generations while delivering significant economic benefits to the region. It will celebrate the Coast Guard鈥檚 unique identity and its motto, Semper Paratus – 鈥淎lways Ready.鈥

We are providing multidisciplinary services for the project, including MEP design and structural engineering. Sustainability and resiliency have been central to our approach: mechanical systems are located on the top floor for storm readiness, and occupiable spaces are elevated above the 500-year flood plain. The building targets LEED Gold certification, with features such as natural ventilation, heat recovery chillers, and underfloor radiant heating and cooling.

Our expertise ensures the museum will be both high-performing and highly resilient, safeguarding exhibits and operations against future challenges. By combining technical innovation with cultural sensitivity, we鈥檝e helped create a space that honours the Coast Guard鈥檚 legacy while embracing a sustainable future.

Expected opening: 2026

Rendering of the National Coast Guard Museum, showcasing the U.S. Coast Guard service along the waterfront of New London, Connecticut, USA.
Image: PAYETTE.

London Museum

London, UK

The London Museum鈥檚 relocation to Smithfield represents one of the most significant cultural transformations in the UK. By restoring a series of historic market buildings, the project will create a vibrant new destination that celebrates London鈥檚 heritage while embracing modern accessibility and design. This ambitious move will breathe life into a creative quarter, attracting millions of visitors and reinforcing Smithfield鈥檚 role as a cultural hub.

We have been a trusted partner since 2018, guiding the museum through every stage of its evolution. Our inclusive design team has ensured that accessibility is embedded into the project without compromising the historic character of the space. From stakeholder engagement and access group meetings to developing Inclusive Design Guidelines, we鈥檝e set benchmark standards that will shape exhibition design for years to come.

Beyond inclusivity, we鈥檝e delivered Health and Equalities Impact Assessments, supported planning submissions, and benchmarked designs against the latest guidance. This holistic approach ensures the museum will not only meet regulatory requirements but also deliver a world-class visitor experience.

Expected opening: Late 2026

Image: Asif Khan Studio Mir.

Anna Lindh Haus

Berlin, Germany

The Anna Lindh Haus is being constructed at one of Berlin鈥檚 most prominent locations, contributing to a fast鈥慻rowing mixed鈥憉se neighbourhood where around 16,500 people live and work each day.

As a modular timber鈥慼ybrid building, the Anna Lindh Haus demonstrates how low鈥慶arbon design can be successfully embedded within the inner city. In collaboration with CA Immo, we have taken on the role of Environmental Guardian, defining ambitious, science鈥慴ased greenhouse gas emission targets for both construction and operation.

The building is designed to be CO鈧傗憂eutral in operation through a fully electrified energy strategy, high鈥憄erformance building fabric, heat pump technology and on鈥憇ite renewable generation. A rooftop photovoltaic system supplies up to 30% of on鈥憇ite electricity demand, while energy consumption is reduced to around 70% below the German Building Energy Act (GEG) reference benchmark. Complemented by active鈥憈ravel focused mobility measures, the Anna Lindh Haus sets a new benchmark for sustainable commercial buildings in Berlin.

Construction is progressing towards topping out in 2026.

Image: CA Immo / Dorte Mandrup.
Back to top