“A Field Guide to American Houses” at 40: Why This Classic Book Deserves a Place on Your Coffee Table
Virginia Savage McElster’s reference book approaches architecture like a birdwatcher, with a hobbyis t’s delight in detail.
Inspiration: Stories
In-depth case studies on amazing architecture and the building-products that helped make it a reality.
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The Nubian Vault: Applying Old Construction Techniques to Modern Building Problems
Learn how the ancient technique is marking a comeback.
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Biomimicry and Parametricism: A Design Legacy Spanning From Antoní Gaudí To Zaha Hadid
Their innovative design approaches showcased the creative possibilities of contemporary technologies .
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From Berlin to Brooklyn: A Tale of Two Adaptive Reuse Transformations
Tabula rasa is out and radical reuse is in.
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Cultivating Connection: Mecanoo Is Architizer’s 2024 Firm of the Year
In celebration of the accolade, Mecanoo's Nuno Fontarra discusses everything from the Dutch firm's t rajectory to the beauty of architecture.
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The Role of Geometry: How Fashion and Architecture Share a Common Language
Fashion and architecture may seem like separate worlds, but they are deeply connected — and here's w hy that matters.
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What if Architects Could Replicate Historic Buildings?
New technologies capable of replicating our architectural heritage raise questions about authenticit y, cultural identity and ethics.
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Ambient Architecture: Designing for Tranquility in a Over Stimulated World
Battling sensory bombardment is a fight architects are winning by repositioning design's stance on t he frontlines.
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“The World Sees the Architect’s Work Through the Eyes of the Photographer.”
When it comes to photographing buildings, two heads are better than one — just ask renowned architec tural photographer Ema Peter.
