Katherine McLaughlin
Katherine McLaughlin is the associate digital features editor at Architectural Digest where she covers architecture and design news, travel, and real estate, among other things. Previously, she wrote trend, lifestyle, and DIY stories for AD as a freelancer as well as contributing to other publications such as The New York Times, Insider, Real Simple, and Well + Good. She graduated from The New School and lives in Brooklyn.
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Architecture + Design
The 7 Most Iconic Buildings That Were Never Built
These never-realized projects from the minds of Zaha Hadid, Daniel Libeskind, Thom Mayne, and others often express creativity in its purest form
Motoring
Princess Diana’s Yacht Saga: Revisiting the Boats She Vacationed on With Dodi Fayed
As the infamous settings of the couple’s affair, discover the vessels’ fascinating design history (and one’s tragic ending)
Architecture + Design
Wayfarers Chapel, an Iconic Structure by Lloyd Wright, Will Be Disassembled
The decision comes after the church closed indefinitely in February due to land movement
Architecture + Design
Jeddah Tower: Everything You Need to Know About the Soon-to-Be World’s Tallest Skyscraper
When finished, the tower will stand at 3,281 feet tall—nearly 11 times the height of the Statue of Liberty
On the Market
Unpacking Akiya: The Millions of Empty Houses in Japan
And why they’re selling for as little as $23,000
Set Design
The Eras Tour Stage: See the Intricate World-Building of Every Set in Taylor Swift’s Most Ambitious Shows Ever
As the singer continues her globetrotting tour, AD explores how Swift is paying homage to her past and the symbolism of her stage design
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Travel
9 Beautifully Bizarre Beaches Around the World
From the Galapagos islands to those in Greece, these coastlines are unlike anything you’d expect
Motoring
The World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Superyacht Sets Sail
The vessel represents a greener future for the yachting industry—and the design is stunning
Travel
These 9 Picturesque Towns Look Like They Are From a Disney Movie
From locales that inspired animators to those that look like they could, fairytales come to life in these stunning places
Travel
The 71 Most Beautiful Streets in the World
From San Francisco to Buenos Aires, these spectacular roads could very well dictate your travel bucket list
On the Market
The Most Expensive House in the World Could Soon Be This French Château
The residence previously belonged to the Rothschild family and the King of Morocco
Architecture + Design
Could You Justify This One Million Dollar Bed?
Hästens, a luxury Swedish bedmaker, recently unveiled its most opulent offering
News
This Is How Much Two Billionaires Just Paid to Purchase Colorado’s Most Expensive Home
The nine-figure deal surpassed the previous record by over $30 million
Architecture + Design
The World’s 11 Most Remarkable Round Houses
In addition to their unique looks, circular homes are often more energy efficient and can withstand natural disasters better than their square alternative
News
What’s the Deal With People Finding Human Fossils in Their Travertine Tiles?
One Reddit user and their family found an artifact that looks like a human jaw in their new floors
Travel
Haunting Photos Reveal a Massive Abandoned Town of Disney-esque Castles
What was supposed to be a luxurious urban development for wealthy foreigners has become an eerie half-finished ghost town in Turkey
News
Explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s Unrealized Vision For an Iconic American City Like Never Before
A new exhibit at the National Building Museum invites visitors to study Wright’s cohesive vision for one area
AD It Yourself
85 Surprising Front Yard Landscaping Ideas
From alternative flower inspiration to unique grass swaps, say goodbye to a generic, green lawn in front of your home
News
One of America’s Oldest Cities Wants to Sell You a Home for $1
For those looking to undertake a renovation project, it could be the deal of a lifetime
The Hot Seat
5 Lifetime Renters Share Why They Choose Not to Buy a Home
Homeownership is the backbone of the American dream, so why are more and more people against it?