Articles by Eric Baldwin

The towers showcase diverse ideas examining the city’s programmatic and spatial conditions.

Few civic complexes capture the imagination like the Smithsonian. As the world’s largest museum and research complex, with 19 museums, 9 research centers and affiliates worldwide, the Smithsonian’s collections are housed in diverse buildings around the National Mall and throughout the world. Established in 1846 “for the increase and diffusion of knowledge,” the Smithsonian Institution…

Architects are utilizing different concrete aggregates, textures and forms to create expressive spac es and break from tradition.

These modern abodes combine eco-conscious design strategies with simple materials.

Rome wasn’t built in a day. With a history spanning more than 2,000 years, the city is one of the ol dest continuously occupied sites in Europe. Considered by some to be the first ever metropolis, Rome has become a global capital of art, culture and religion. Shaping Western Civilization and major historical movements throughout the…

Showcasing a range of scales, material assemblies and formal expressions, these halls all use simple geometry and rigorous detailing to delineate space for activity and competition.

Architecture can empower education. From diverse spatial arrangements that accommodate different tea ching models to expansive glazing that allows interior daylight, architecture and learning are intimately connected. As designers and instructors continue to rethink the spaces and methods by which education happens, new buildings and structures are being formed to embrace more holistic education practices. In…

The design world needs to rethink elderly architecture.

Maggie’s Centres are located across the world, offering uplifting spaces where free care is provided for cancer patients within incredible architecture.