The course of Architecture is an evolution. You begin in your late teens and by your early twenties, it has made itself such an essential part of your journey that…
Distinguished Japanese fashion designer Rei Kawakubo is a unique character. She founded her brand, Comme des Garcons, in 1960s Tokyo. Although Kawakubo never formally trained as a fashion designer, her…
It goes without saying that creativity lives in architecture. It’s a freeing field that allows the mind to go wild and bring ideas to life. Architecture students might be inclined…
In the heart of Vienna, next to the Baroque Karlskirche, stands Vienna’s most famous centre for classical music, the Vienna Musikverein. In 1812, Austrian librettist, Joseph von Sonnleithner, founded the…
As the world’s technology advances, so do its methods of construction. At the same time, as the world’s environment weakens, the attention towards sustainability strengthens. Considering how much pollution and…
In architecture, a broader sense of sustainability is often overlooked. However, designers must pay attention and consider how they can contribute through alternative building materials. Plastics, for example, are fairly…
Eric Klinenberg, American sociologist and Director of the Institute for Public Knowledge at New York University, recently wrote and published his fourth book, Palaces for the People: How Social Infrastructure…
Wai, Maharashtra is a religious town on the southwestern edge of India. Located on the banks of River Krishna, Wai is famous for its ghats and temples. Cultural history flows…
After over 15 years of construction, the La Samaritaine is ready to reopen its doors. The La Samaritaine was founded in 1870 and symbolized a modernizing Paris of department stores…
With a pandemic summer in 2020, pools and pool parties were close to unuseful. However, everyone loves the pleasure of dipping into a cool blue pool under the scorching sun.…
Museums are places of culture, adventure, and amazement. While some museums may portray beautiful artworks and impressive performances, others celebrate national achievements or display archives of precious history. Visitors have…
Koichi Takada Architects was founded in 2008 by Australian-Japanese architect Koichi Takada. Based in Sydney, Takada Architects tackles organic and natural architecture through a young and contemporary approach. The firm…
