Sacyr's Blog

Neft Daşlari is one of the oldest “floating” cities in the world. Constructed on platforms in the Caspian Sea, it stands as a remarkable example of offshore oil development. Despite years of decline and the wear and tear on its aging infrastructure, it remains operational today.

From elevated hospitals to museums with porous soils, architects are reimagining how buildings can survive the most extreme flooding. How can cities rethink their relationship with water?

From devices that extract water from air to filters that purify polluted water in seconds and systems that make seawater drinkable—these innovations are paving the way for a more sustainable water future.

Architect and designer Maya Lin is one of the most influential figures of her generation. Known for designing the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C., and works such as The Women's Table at Yale, the American artist has long explored the relationship between humanity and nature.