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Through a process akin to sorcery or alchemy, writers take the various structures, ideas, and peculi arities of language and translate them into fantastic stories and unique experiences we come to love and, more importantly, learn from. Crafting a great story parallels architecture because both endeavors operate under certain guidelines (like grammar or zoning) and they…
When Le Corbusier proposed his five points and lifted Villa Savoye off the ground, he carefully arti culated a critical method to approach architecture and design. His pilotis, or columns, carried the load of the structure and simultaneously grounded his new aesthetic. Essentially a series of reinforced stilts, pilotis literally and figuratively supported Corbusier’s desire for…
There is an axiom in the world of building design that states a project should be visually arresting at a distance of 100 meters, again at 10 meters, and, yes, even from only one meter away. The latter category is particularly interesting because it goes beyond ‘design’ as an aggregation of materials in a specific…
Earlier this week, we took a look at contemporary architecture schools, but of course all academic b uildings are designed, and many of them are opportunities for schools to celebrate their outlook through design. Schools of economics, in particular, seem to lend themselves to statement architecture, where spreadsheets meet space and finances meet form. Rich examples…
Norwegian design is having a moment. The national government invested in several new projects, inclu ding new passports and banknotes, meant to celebrate the Nordic country’s unique visual identity and commitment to progressive design. The winning passport design, from the drawing tables of Oslo-based studio Neue, features sleek, minimalist images of the mountainous Nordic landscape; a…
Dutch tile manufacturer Mosa offers unique and distinct tile concepts for walls, floors, façades, an d terraces. Sustainability is at the core of Mosa practices, for which the company makes use of Cradle-to-Cradle principles and produces chemically inert, durable tiles. With a vision for a future where only sustainable materials are used, Mosa works with manufacturers,…
Design schools are incredible places of innovation, critique, and powerful problem solving. As archi tecture for architects, the best school designs can motivate, encourage, and inspire the next generation of designers. These buildings often adopt the very vocabulary and ideas being explored in contemporary practice and academia, expressing the dynamic relationships being taught within them: theory…
Modern-day economic troubles notwithstanding, there’s no denying the architectural legacy of G reece. The Ancient Greeks’ ideas on proportion, scale, and order continue to influence many of the great architecture projects of the 20th century. As design has evolved, so too has their response to landscape, environment, and public space. Even amongst the harsh conditions Greeks…
Architects: Showcase your next project through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newslett er. Is digital art the next avant-garde movement in the history of art, architecture, and design? At recent festivals like Frieze and Art Basel, digital and new media artists have become the center of attention. Many contemporary artists and designers see the…