Beyond Brutalism: What Do We Lose When We Demolish a Meaningful Megastructure?
Cumbernauld is saying farewell to its notorious Town Center, prompting debate about the historical a nd urban value of megastructures.
Inspiration
Architectural case studies and material exemplars to spark your creativity and inspire your next project.
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Subtractive Manufacturing: The Quiet Machine Revolution that is Reshaping Architecture
Discover how controlled machining and material removal processes are leading innovations in design a nd construction.
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Everything Old is New: Revisiting the Iconic Grid of Italy’s Superstudio
Once a hallmark of radical architectural concepts in the 1960s, the simple black and white grid is m aking a comeback in contemporary architecture.
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Why Every Architect Should Read Walter Benjamin
The 20th century philosopher saw cities as living collages that place the present in conversation wi th the past.
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Weathering Winds: 7 Ways Architects are Designing for Desert Conditions
Desert conditions are extreme, but architecture can make them more livable.
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A Brief History of Metabolism in Architecture
As the architectural world mourns the loss of the Nakagin Capsule Tower, we're looking back on the b rief but spirited movement bound to its creation.
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What’s Yellow, Blue and Red All Over? Showcasing Sweden’s Stunning Scarlet Architecture
The iconic shade of Falu red paint has adorned Swedish homes since the 16th century. Today, this arc hitectural tradition continues evolving.
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Round Up: Contextualizing the Rising Trend in Ring-Shaped Housing
Discover why donut-shaped floor plans, which have appeared throughout history, are experiencing a re surgence in multi-unit housing today.
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Obituary: Saying Goodbye to Kisho Kurokawa’s Metabolist Icon
RIP Nakagin Capsule Tower
