gardens of the afterlife

Gardens of the Afterlife : The Symbolism of Burial Spaces

28 November 2024 Studio
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Smart Cities, Big Questions Are They Sustainable

Smart Cities, Big Questions: Are They Sustainable?

19 November 2024 Studio
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The Liminal Zone Spaces of Transition and Transformation

The Liminal Zone : Spaces of Transition and Transformation

24 November 2024 Studio
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Will Walks Through a City That Breathes Designing with Living Systems

Will Walks Through a City That Breathes: Designing with Living Systems

6 July 2025 Design Stories
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The Secret Garden Beneath the Overpass Reclaiming Wasted Urban Land

Designing the Unseen: Reclaiming Wasted Urban Spaces with Empathy

6 July 2025 Design Stories
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The Nautilus: A Glimpse into the Future of Libraries and Design in the Digital Age

The Nautilus: A Glimpse into the Future of Libraries and Design in the Digital Age

28 November 2024 Studio
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Design for Neurodivergence

The Invisible City : Designing for Neurodivergence

28 November 2024 Stories on Concept,Studio
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A Dreamy Dialogue with Le Corbusier

29 February 2024 Story Conversations
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BIG

Bjarke Ingels: “Building for the Future: Sustainability and Community in a Changing World”

8 March 2024 Story Conversations
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Kengo Kuma design

Dream Conversations with Architectural Masters – Kengo Kuma and Nature’s Embrace

19 March 2024 Story Conversations
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Opera House

A Bridge Between Worlds: Experiencing Jørn Utzon’s Sydney Opera House​

18 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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Unpacking Genius: Delirious New York’s Vision for Metropolis

Unpacking Genius: Delirious New York’s Vision for Metropolis

18 November 2024 Stories on Concept
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Will’s Favorite Architectural Narratives in The Eyes of the Skin by Juhani Pallasmaa

Will’s Favorite Architectural Narratives in The Eyes of the Skin by Juhani Pallasmaa

18 November 2024 Stories on Concept
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Floating Cities

Floating Cities: Hype or the Future?

19 November 2024 Stories on Concept
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parthenon mystries

The Marble Enigma: Decoding the Secrets of the Parthenon

20 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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ecological urbanism

A River Runs Through It: Uncovering Medellín’s Ecological Urbanism

20 November 2024 Stories on Concept
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Wooden skyscrapers towering in a sustainable urban landscape.

Wooden Cities: Exploring the Timber Revolution in Construction

20 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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Phenomenology

Echoes of Eternity: Phenomenology in Zumthor’s Works

20 November 2024 Story Conversations
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Forms That Speak: Deconstructivism Beyond the Chaos The angular, fragmented façade of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao loomed before Will Hunter as he stepped onto the waterfront. Designed by Frank Gehry, the building was an explosion of titanium and curves, a bold expression of deconstructivist architecture. Yet, amid the apparent chaos, there was an order, a deliberate storytelling that Will was determined to unravel. Inside, the museum’s soaring atrium seemed to defy gravity, its sweeping lines drawing the eye in every direction. A docent approached, sensing Will’s fascination. “Deconstructivism isn’t about destruction,” she said. “It’s about breaking away from traditional forms to create new ways of understanding space.” The Guggenheim’s design exemplified this philosophy. Its fragmented geometry echoed the surrounding industrial landscape, while its reflective titanium panels captured the changing light of the river and sky. “It’s dynamic,” the docent added. “A building that transforms with every glance.” Will thought about other deconstructivist landmarks, such as Zaha Hadid’s Heydar Aliyev Center in Baku. Its fluid, undulating form seemed to flow like water, rejecting the rigid lines of conventional architecture. “Deconstructivism challenges our expectations,” Will mused. “It forces us to see buildings not as static objects but as living, evolving forms.” But the movement was not without its critics. Some argued that deconstructivist designs prioritized aesthetics over function. Will recalled Daniel Libeskind’s Jewish Museum in Berlin, where sharp angles and voids evoked the fragmentation of Jewish history. “Here,” he thought, “the chaos has purpose—it tells a story of loss and resilience.” As Will stood on the bridge overlooking the Guggenheim, he realized that deconstructivism was not about rebellion for its own sake. It was about pushing boundaries, giving architecture a voice that spoke of complexity, contradiction, and the human condition.

Forms That Speak: Deconstructivism Beyond the Chaos

20 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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The Sound of Space How Acoustics Shape Human Experience

The Sound of Space : How Acoustics Shape Human Experience

24 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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Cities That Forget The Psychology of Erased Memory

Cities That Forget : The Psychology of Erased Memory

24 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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The Symmetry of Oppression Unequal Spaces in Urban Design

The Symmetry of Oppression : Unequal Spaces in Urban Design

24 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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The Public vs. the Private Walls of Trust. Designing with Trust

The Public vs. the Private : Walls of Trust

24 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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The Towering Forest: Will Hunter Explores Bosco Verticale in Milan

The Towering Forest: Will Hunter Explores Bosco Verticale in Milan

28 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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Decoding Passive Housing What Designers Should Know Now

Decoding Passive Housing : What Designers Should Know Now

28 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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The Heartbeat of History: A Journey Through the Great Mosque of Córdoba

The Heartbeat of History: A Journey Through the Great Mosque of Córdoba

28 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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The Rolling Hills of Bliss: Exploring Lurie Garden in Millennium Park

The Rolling Hills of Bliss: Exploring Lurie Garden in Millennium Park

28 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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green infrastructure

Brooklyn Bridge Park: NYC’s Urban Renewal Gem and the Power of Green Infrastructure

28 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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rewilding

London’s Green Heart: How Urban Rewilding Transforms Cities and Lives

28 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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São Paulo’s Santuário Dom Bosco: A Beacon of Serenity for the Urban Soul

28 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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Sacred spaces

Floating Pagodas: Sacred Spaces on Water Across Asia

28 November 2024 Stories on Projects
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Designing for Protest: How Public Spaces Shape Movements

28 November 2024 Studio
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Glass That Breathes: Innovations in Smart Façades The late afternoon sun reflected off the crystalline towers of Singapore’s financial district, creating a dazzling interplay of light and shadow. Will Hunter stood at the base of the Marina One building, marveling at the shimmering glass façade that seemed alive, as though it was inhaling and exhaling with the rhythm of the city itself. Designed by Ingenhoven Architects, Marina One was a prime example of how smart façades were revolutionizing urban architecture. These weren’t just glass walls—they were dynamic systems that adapted to their environment, balancing aesthetics, energy efficiency, and comfort. “Glass is no longer a passive material,” explained Ava, a sustainability engineer guiding Will through the building. “It’s interactive. The façades here are designed to regulate light, heat, and airflow, reducing energy consumption while enhancing the user experience.” Will touched the cool surface of the glass. Ava described the double-skin façade, a layered design that trapped a cushion of air between two panes, acting as insulation. “The outer layer shields against the sun’s heat, while the inner layer allows for natural ventilation,” she said. Inside, the atrium was bathed in natural light filtered through fritted glass—a surface etched with tiny patterns to scatter sunlight and reduce glare. Sensors embedded in the glass monitored the sun’s position, adjusting shades automatically to maintain optimal lighting and temperature. Will thought of other buildings where smart façades had transformed architecture. The Al Bahar Towers in Abu Dhabi featured a façade of honeycomb-like panels that opened and closed like petals, reducing solar gain while mimicking the mashrabiya screens of traditional Islamic architecture. In contrast, Milan’s Bosco Verticale used a green façade—rows of trees and shrubs growing directly from the building—to provide insulation, purify the air, and create a living ecosystem in the sky. “These designs aren’t just about efficiency,” Ava said as they walked toward a shaded terrace. “They’re about creating harmony—between the building, its occupants, and the environment.” As Will watched the evening light shift across Marina One’s façade, he imagined a future where buildings were no longer rigid structures but living systems. “Glass that breathes,” he thought, “isn’t just innovation. It’s evolution—a step toward architecture that listens, adapts, and thrives.”

Glass That Breathes: Innovations in Smart Façades

20 November 2024 Studio
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