Thu, 6 Nov 2025 17:54:58   Trump’s disputed White House overhaul
November 6, 2025 -- Almost a year into his second term, U.S. President Donald Trump is seeking to remodel the White House to his own style, sparking criticism from conservation groups and political opponents.
The East Wing – home to the First Lady and her staff – and the East Colonnade have been demolished to make room for a vast new ballroom and adjoining colonnade.

The ballroom, measuring 8,400 square meters, will be nearly double the size of the existing White House residence. Estimated to cost $300 million, the project is being funded by “patriot donors,” including major tech companies such as Amazon, Google, and Meta, and is expected to be completed before the end of Trump’s term.

The historic Rose Garden has been replaced by a patio of “beautiful white stone,” while the West Colonnade now features a “Presidential Walk of Fame” lined with gold-framed portraits of past U.S. presidents.

Inside, the Oval Office – once a relatively understated space – has been transformed into a lavish display of gold accents and ornate furnishings. Even the Lincoln Bathroom has been renovated, featuring marble and gold fixtures.

The changes have sparked a debate over tradition versus taste, with critics calling the project excessive and self-serving, while supporters hail it as a bold expression of American grandeur.
ARCHITECTURE: Trump’s White House renovation 
GN47519 Graphic shows Trump’s renovation of the White House.
(107mm wide by 181mm deep)

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