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Shopping centres are examined as modern cathedrals, reflecting society's shift from civic pride to consumerism, with insights from leading architects and designers.
450,000 calls were made to Louis Kahn before his sudden death in 1974, marking the end of a visionary architect's influence on Bangladesh's National Assembly complex.
A year of studio work, client meetings, and exhibitions culminates in the development of Konstantin Grcic's "Chair_One" and a new project for Magis.
Balkrishna Doshi, a pioneering Indian architect, emphasizes the role of architecture in fostering social change and community identity through innovative housing solutions.
Dorte Mandrup, a prominent Danish architect, explores the intersection of humanism and design, emphasizing the importance of non-verbal knowledge in architecture.
Peter Zumthor, a renowned Swiss architect, shares insights from his life and creative process, emphasizing the importance of personal devotion and social responsibility in architecture.
Bruce Mau, a Canadian designer, emphasizes the importance of empathy in design and advocates for a mindset of optimism to address the ecological challenges we face.
Belgian design duo Fien Muller and Hannes Van Severen emphasize the importance of material and color in their playful, minimalist furniture creations that are built to last.
Rafael Moneo, a Pritzker Prize-winning architect, shares insights on his life, work, and the profound connection between buildings and human society.
Reinier De Graaf, a prominent architect and urbanist, critiques the current state of architecture, emphasizing the need for practitioners over storytellers in the field.
Renzo Piano, the acclaimed Italian architect, shares insights on creativity, the importance of travel, and the civic responsibility of architecture in shaping communities.
Søren Pihlmann, a rising star in architecture, advocates for utilizing existing materials and structures to create honest, resource-efficient designs that reflect societal needs.
Carlos H. Matos, a Mexican architect and sculptor, merges architectural design with sculptural experimentation, drawing inspiration from his rich cultural heritage.
Chinese architect Xu Tiantian advocates for minimal intervention in architecture, emphasizing local engagement and cultural context over large-scale monuments.
Daniel Libeskind, a Polish-American architect, discusses his architectural philosophy and significant projects, including the World Trade Center Master Plan and the Jewish Museum in Berlin.
Irma Boom, a renowned Dutch graphic designer, shares her innovative approach to creating a tribute book for Chanel No. 5, emphasizing subtlety and mathematical precision.
Irma Boom, a renowned Dutch graphic designer, emphasizes her uncompromising design philosophy through the creation of the award-winning book 'Weaving as Metaphor.'
Tsuyoshi Tane, a Paris-based architect, emphasizes the importance of collective memory in shaping future architecture through his concept of Archaeology of the Future.
Jean Nouvel emphasizes the importance of architecture reflecting Arab identity and culture, advocating for a contextual approach that respects local history and values.
Naoto Fukasawa, a renowned Japanese industrial designer, emphasizes the importance of observation and simplicity in creating universally appealing designs.
