Art of sketching is fading away with computer softwares. Watch this video to hear Cedric Burgers discuss why sketching is the most efficient communication tool for any architect.
Read this post »Walter Gropius – Do you care about your door handle?
Are door handles, faucets and lampshades as much part of good architecture as designing the buildings themselves? Read this post to see how Walter Gropius led one of the most famous design schools (Bauhaus) where he combined ceramics, weaving, painting, typography, sculpture, industrial design, interior design and architecture.
Read this post »Tadao Ando – A lesson in experience design
The ‘experience’ of being in a space is far more important than how it looks. Especially an experience designed to portray a certain mood and rhythm. Read this article to see how Tadao Ando designs to surprise you as you turn the corner in his buildings.
Read this post »Victor Horta – Unforeseeable stylistic failure
It is unfortunate to see Victor Horta champion and lead Art nouveau movement in architecture, only to realize that modernism will fundamentally reject and replace it in a decade. Read this post to see how to avoid the stylistic dilemma and quicksand that Horta got trapped in.
Read this post »Andrea Palladio – Where is the symmetry in contemporary architecture?
Palladian architecture was the most influential classical architecture style since the renaissance period. Although this design style can still be seen in municipal and institutional buildings, why are the architects no longer making use of the classical principles of geometry, proportion and symmetry? Read about Andrea Palladio to discover how he made use of classical design principles of design to inspire architects for four centuries.
Read this post »Le Corbusier – Should architects write a manifesto?
Can defining your design style in a manifesto help your architectural career? Is writing a manifesto arrogant? Read more to see how one of the world’s best architects ‘Corbu’ used his manifesto to expand his theoretical knowledge, define himself and to get recognition from his peers.
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Norman Foster – How to architect
Norman Foster is arguably the most competent and most successful architect of his generation. Growing his firm from a sole-proprietorship to 1200 employee office, he has shown ‘by example’ what architecture is when practiced correctly. Read this article to take inspiration from unstoppable Mr. Foster.
Read this post »Kenzo Tange – Why search for truth in architecture
Is there a philosophical justification of why architects desire to create beautiful structures? Are architects reflecting on themselves to bring more meaning to their work? Read to see how Kenzo Tange creates simple, truthful and meaningful architecture by simply questioning himself.
Read this post »Filippo Brunelleschi – Can an architect innovate?
Can an architect innovate or do you have to be some kind of a genius engineer? Read and take inspiration from Filippo Brunelleschi who single handedly solved a problem of constructing the largest gothic dome in the world without a keystone or centering.
Read this post »Michelangelo – How much does art translate to architecture?
Can an artist be a good architect? Does sculpture and drawing help in artistic reasoning in architecture? Yes! Read to see how Michelangelo (never trained as an architect) used his artistic abilities to complete one of the greatest buildings in the world – St. Peter’s Basilica.
Read this post »Otto Wagner – Can an architect change his/her style mid-career?
With the buzz word being ‘image branding’, can an architect change their design style mid-career? Will it favor or hurt one’s career? Read on to see how Otto Wagner became a better architect by always evolving how he designs.
Read this post »Aldo Rossi – Poetry gone too far
Is there a limit to poetic jargon in architecture? Let’s not get carried away by words and egoistic attitudes. Learn what NOT to do from Aldo Rossi- an architect who made “art” at the price of functionality of his buildings.
Read this post »Richard Rogers – Art in the Ugly Side of Architecture
Is there beauty in ducts, pipes and steel trusses? There is- if you use it the right way! Read to see how Richard Rogers uses structure and building services to his advantage- both to achieve function and a unique look to his architecture.
Read this post »Auguste Perret – How ordinary architecture made waves in France
Do you think concrete is beautiful? Is it ordinary looking? Read more to see how August Perret used concrete and concrete only to create well crafted buildings that made him one of the most famous architects in France and in the world.
Read this post »Studying Master Architects – Ongoing project
Can self-education in architecture bring out the architect in you? Read to see what I’m doing.
Read this post »What to do when clients don’t value design
What do you do when your client does not want a fancy design? Are you forced into producing boring architecture or is it possible to get the client excited about your design ideas? Watch this video to see what Ron Hoffart has to say about this.
Read this post »Challenges in running a small architectural practice
How do you run a business successfully when your training is in architecture? Sometimes architects have to wear both hats. Watch this video to learn the top do’s and dont’s from Joe Minten for small firm survival and growth strategies.
Read this post »Current and future trends in architecture
Where is the architecture going as a profession? Some say we are on the upswing while others say it is getting saturated. Watch Stuart Howard in this video discussing what his experience has been. Hint- we need more architects.
Read this post »Future of architecture: How to practice sustainability
Is sustainability the next design standard for all future buildings? You bet it is. Watch this video of Richard Iredale in discussion to learn what strategies his firm is genuinely pursuing to provide a better future for upcoming generations.
Read this post »9 Biggest changes in architecture
If you are related/will be related to the architecture industry, you must be aware of the recent changes in the profession. I list the top 9 changes so you can better adapt.
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