Zoe Cooper
To celebrate the opening of our 4th Annual A+Awards, we’re taking a look back at some of our f avorite projects from 2015. Want to get in on the action? Check out the A+Awards Page to find out how to enter. Collaboration has always been critical to completing any architectural project; every structure needs a designer,…
Earlier this year, a math problem from a Singaporean school exam given to a high school student went viral. Attached to the popular hashtag #cherylsbirthday, the question asked students to use their logic skills to determine when fictional character Cheryl’s birthday must be, given a set of invented circumstances and 10 possible dates to choose…
Labor Day is dedicated to the celebration of workers’ professional achievements and economic progres s. For those working in the United States, the holiday falls on the first Monday of September and signals the end of summer. Many Americans associate the holiday with sunny outdoor celebrations, frenzied back-to-school preparation, and sales in stores across the country.…
For centuries, ballet dancers have captivated audiences with their grace, strength, and expressive m ovement. Together with lavish costumes, sets, and music, their carefully choreographed movements tell a story. Ballet training requires tremendous discipline, physical rigor, and years of practice. Like many modern architects, contemporary choreographers pay homage to classical techniques, while infusing their work with…
On the eastern shores of the Baltic Sea, Latvia’s landscape is composed of lowland fields, farms, an d hilly pastures. The country’s natural beauty has been well preserved, and offers hundred of miles of untouched seashore and scenic forests to explore. Wooden houses dating back centuries can still be found in the countryside and in Riga,…
In over 25 countries across multiple continents, Jewish museums are dedicated to the preservation of Jewish identity and culture. Museum visitors of all backgrounds are invited to learn about the triumphs and tragedies of Jewish history. Exhibitions explore a wide variety of subjects, ranging from ancient artifacts to the events of the Second World War…
As the top vacation destination in Germany and one of the fastest growing cities on the continent, B erlin has attracted record-breaking numbers of tourists in the past year. Known around the world for its booming art scene, exciting nightlife, and progressive architecture — not to mention the inexpensive rent — Berlin is the place to…
Not traditionally considered a leader in local cuisine, London’s newly burgeoning restaurant scene h as placed the English capital on the foodie map. Compared to Paris, Rome, and other European culinary destinations, the London food scene hasn’t always had a stellar reputation. However, over the last decade, the city has seen a shift from the traditional,…
Easily identified by their dramatic V-shaped silhouette, butterfly roofs provide a visually striking alternative to traditional roof design. Two downward sloping surfaces meet to form a middle roofline, creating a shape that resembles a butterfly in flight. Typically found atop homes in the southwestern United States, the butterfly roof is an iconic feature of mid-century…