Architectural case studies and material exemplars to spark your creativity and inspire your next project.
The geometric A-frame form in architecture was awakened in the 20th century, when architects and bui lders explored the simplistic and functional construction shape with open floor-plans in farmhouse vernacular. The dramatic, sloping roof and cozy living quarters resonated with wider audiences and soon found their way to vacation homes and remote cabins. The triangular shape…
Le Corbusier may have described houses as “machines for living in,” but most people take a less func tionalist attitude toward the buildings in their lives. Walking around a familiar city, architectural landmarks seem more like old friends than machines. It’s no coincidence that children’s drawings of houses often resemble faces: a door for a mouth…
Architectural associations exist around the world to support local architects and encourage the publ ic to appreciate the contributions of architecture in creating good cities, good urban environments and — simply put — places where people want to be. Toon Dreessen is the President of the Ontario Association of Architects, and he talked with Architizer about…
Architecture needs support.
Exploring the relationship between water and urban life, Blue Urbanism focuses on the ways architect ure can facilitate how we perceive and value our ties to the sea. Taking case studies from across the world, this series will take a critical look at the ways contemporary cities are evolving alongside the environment. Architecture dances with the…
Not counting a few recent cold snaps, the unseasonably mild weather has conjured visions of outdoor living and entertainment for many, us included. So to celebrate spring, we highlight 10 favorite, recent residential and hospitality furnishings that have been designed to withstand the elements. Anglepoise Anglepoise: Original 1227 Giant OutdoorA while back, we shared about…
Explore possibilities for converting inner-city land covered with shuttered industrial facilities.
For over 35 years, Chip Clark worked as the chief photographer of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington, DC. Talk about an enviable position! In this role, he documented everything in the museum’s vast collection, of which only a portion is accessible to the public. He was also sent on expeditions to caves…
From its offices in The Boathouse in Putney, West London, bpr architects has focused its practice on family values since being founded by current director Paul Beaty-Pownall’s parents in 1975. He and fellow director Graham Wilson took over in 1994 and maintain a culture that he describes as a “family of architects all working toward…