The Stifling Traditionalism of the Pritzker Prize
Riken Yamamoto is a great architect. But his selection as this year’s Pritzker Laureate does not pus h architecture forward.
Inspiration: Stories
In-depth case studies on amazing architecture and the building-products that helped make it a reality.
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Engineering at the Edge of the Universe: “The Structural Timber Equivalent of Rome’s Pantheon”
From Stockholm to deep space, a timber dome for 3D visuals beneath a stunning 155-foot (47-meter) va ulted ceiling invokes the fragility of Earth.
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Sora for Architects: Will OpenAI’s Text-to-Video Enhance and Streamline Future Design Practices?
Architects could leverage Sora's vast knowledge base and computational powers to explore a multitude of design possibilities.
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Nālukettu, Ettukettu and Pathinarukettu: The Architectural Heritage of Kerala, India
Explore Kerala's rich culture through its traditional architecture, ancient philosophies and multi-g enerational living practices.
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Pre-Fab Timber Frames Are the Tip of the Iceberg as Amsterdam Sets a New Precedent in Sustainable Housing
As the housing crisis becomes a ballot-box issue worldwide, Amsterdam's AMST development stands as n ew low-impact, mixed-market landmark.
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In Defense of Brasília: It’s Time We Rethink Lucio Costa’s “Noble Failure”
The urban planning of the 1950s wasn’t perfect. But we need something like it if we are going to sol ve the housing crisis today.
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Reject or Reclaim: Untangling the Tension Between Classical Architecture and Black Identity
Is neoclassical architecture inherently racist? Can the historical style be redeemed by the people i t was once used to oppress?
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Building Bridges: How Architects Are Ripping Up the Rulebook on Water Treatment Facility Architecture
Today's water facility designs are redefining the "public" aspects of "public infrastructure."
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“Perfect Days”: A Paean to Tokyo’s Toilets That Casts Japanese Architects in a Leading Role
The architecture of THE TOKYO TOILET is foundational to the meaning behind Wim Wenders' new film, "P erfect Days."
