Inspiration

Modern Hanok architecture is inspired by blending traditional elements with modern spaces and materi als.

Any practicing architect will tell you that running a firm is a challenging task that often has litt le to do with designing and more with organizing. Creating invoices, contracts, and schedules as well as analyzing project performance and profitability, tracking billable hours, and other “left-brain” activities are a daily reality for most A/E/C professionals. And…

It’s no secret that rental prices in New York are among the highest in the world: trying to find an affordable place to call home can feel like you are forever walking in the shoes of Ryan Nethery, creator of infamous Tumblr The Worst Room. Back in 2013, local firm nARCHITECTS arrived with a potential…

Architects are all too aware of the fact that by the time HVAC, security, lighting, and other consul tants are through with a project’s ceiling, that plane might resemble Swiss cheese. To remedy this hazard, German industrial and interior designer Uli Petzold founded a new lighting brand that integrates all of the typical ceiling functions without…

These "blind" façades make a bold visual statement, evoking a feeling of secrecy or disguise.

Most of us who’ve worked in large office buildings are accustomed to the sight of colleagues wrappin g themselves with sweaters or blankets in the middle of a summer heatwave while others are perfectly comfortable. That’s because occupants are often at the mercy of a one-size-fits-all heated or air-conditioned environment. So, two years ago, Building Robotics…

In the history of tall buildings, the geographic epicenter has shifted numerous times. Almost a cent ury ago, North American cities New York and Chicago gave birth to sky-high structures spurred by the advent of steel frame construction and the invention of the elevator. Decades later, the Far Eastern cities of China saw an influx of…

Whether formed next to coastlines and waterways or designed with water itself, the memorials invite contemplation. Not only does water symbolize life, but it intrinsically promotes reflection by mirroring the world around us.

Few holidays epitomize consumerism, commodity, and questionable ethics like Black Friday. Observed a round the world, including places like India, France, Mexico, and the United States, the day has become synonymous with shopping, discounts, and significant safety risks. Getting its name from Philadelphia, where heavy traffic was regularly experienced the day after Thanksgiving, Black Friday has…