9 blockbuster buildings opening in 2026

2026 will be a year of architectural showstoppers. Major projects, from corporate headquarters to sports stadiums and museums, will wrap construction and open to the public in 2026, bringing bold, sometimes audacious buildings to cities around the world. Here are nine buildings opening in 2026 to watch for.

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Arena Milano—opening in February
Milan
David Chipperfield Architects

Built partly to host ice hockey games during the 2026 Winter Olympics...