As the synthesis of functionality and aesthetics, architecture looks to enhance all elements of a building. While wallpaper, paint finishes, floor finishes, and decorative tiles address the walls and floor,…
The charm of red brick, an age-old building material since time immemorial, is still as fresh today as it was when it was first discovered. While other building materials are…
“I don’t know why people expect art to make sense when they accept the fact that life doesn’t make sense.” – David Lynch to the Los Angeles Times, 1989 On January…
Human civilization is a story of constant change. From a phase of hunting and gathering, settled down and farming; from farming evolved complex villages where multiple trades were carried out;…
Cities are history’s great repositories, where every structure, every road, and every square testify to the passage of time. In the urban environment, the coexistence of the old and the…
Turkey, a nation straddling continents and centuries, is home to a remarkable tapestry of architectural heritage. From the monumental Byzantine churches to the beautiful Ottoman mosques to the innovative Roman…
Architecture as an art has not only been limited to the aspects of utility and beauty for generations. It is a tool that is used by societies, leaders, and regimes…
The rise of iron, glass, and steel as construction materials Architecture has always been a mirror of human ambition, evolving alongside our dreams and technological breakthroughs. Among the most transformative…
“Architecture must be adaptable to survive. A static structure is a structure that will eventually fall out of favor.” – Bjarke Ingels Like many places worldwide, American cities are grappling with…
As the cornerstone of economic growth and urban development, the construction industry has long struggled with inefficiencies, cost overruns, and delays. As a result of the lack of collaboration in…
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted every facet of life and left an indelible mark on how we live, work, and interact with the world around us. For architects, urban planners, and…
“Scandinavian design is timeless because it is simple, beautiful, finely crafted, and made with natural materials that appeal on a fundamentally human level.” Mette Aamodt (O’Neill, 2017) Scandinavian design, an…