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In a recent exhibition at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, a series of vibrant African textiles hung like tapestries from an intriguing custom-built structure surrounded by a display of woven African hats. The special installation was the curatorial vision of architect David Adjaye for the program “David Adjaye Selects,” which closed this weekend. (Incidentally,…
While it is entirely possible for architects to transform a town or city with a single building, com bining disciplines can provide an even greater catalyst for change. Spanish firm Fündc works across the gamut of architecture, landscape design, urban planning and infrastructure design to realize its visions of place-making, and no project illustrates these visions…
Some people don’t bat an eye when it comes to the shower and the morning (or evening) ritual of wash ing. But for those of us who are tuned into design, every little nook in the home begs for attractive details — even the lowly shower space. Fortunately, we’re spoiled for choice when it comes to…
One of the most popular views of New York’s iconic skyline can be enjoyed from the top of the Rockef eller Center in Midtown Manhattan. Look south, and you are treated to a spectacular panorama of skyscrapers, the distinctive silhouette of the Empire State Building taking center stage and SOM’s One World Trade Center visible in…
“The most important things in life, they come to you.” Renowned Mexican architect Fernando Romero re flects on the fortunate turn of events that culminated in him acquiring this stunning modernist residence in Mexico City, which was designed in 1955 by Francisco Artigas. After another potential buyer failed in their attempt to secure the permits required…
Perhaps we recall precious gems when we look at chiseled and prismatic objects, or maybe we’re just naturally wired to look at all things geometric. At the end of the day, faceted designs intrigue and attract most of us in the architecture world, and product manufacturers continue to cater to this fascination. Here are some…
It’s common knowledge that architects have a penchant for wearing black, but for disciples of modern ism, the most majestic antithesis of color can be found in pure white concrete, radiant rendered surfaces and perfectly polished steel. For this reason, Sebastian Weiss’ incredible eye for contemporary architectural photography has exploded in popularity in recent years, with…
The American presidential race heated up to boiling point this week. Further primaries were held to decide which candidate will be nominated for both red and blue sides of the political divide. In New Hampshire — viewed as a key state in predicting which White House hopeful will ultimately triumph — a certain Donald Trump…
These architects helped to elevate a traditionally humble building typology.