More than half of the world’s population currently lives in cities, many of which are becoming increasingly crowded. Urban environments, on the other hand, are a relatively new phenomenon in…
The yearning to connect with our fellow beings is a powerful human drive. A space to mediate those interactions between one another is essential. Whether it be through face-to-face interactions…
Throughout the history of time, humans have traversed across the globe. In ancient civilizations, people migrated from place to place, searching for natural resources. Ancient civilizations have blossomed because of…
From the time we comprehend the crux of our architectural studies, designing for our local communities and uplifting their well-being becomes the core of our practice. As our perception of…
One of the most prolific Lebanese architects of the twentieth century, Pierre El Khoury set the architectural foundation for much of Lebanon today. Born in Beirut in 1930, Pierre El…
What is Placemaking? Placemaking is a strategy that brings people, communities, cities, or regions together to improve the quality of life and environment. Through placemaking reinvention and reimagination of public…
Architecture has become a transformative journey for me, affecting the way I perceive and feel the world around me. Architecture can bring out a wide range of emotions. A huge,…
To merge the link between his opinions and architecture through his unique writings written in the style of lyrical poetry meant to engage the person in its insightful narrative. That…
What makes public spaces essentially public is reflected in their openness, accessibility and freedom from the motive of capitalisation, thus making them merely meant for ushering inter-communications. It ranges from…
Architecture, beyond its utilitarian purpose of providing shelter, has the profound ability to shape human interactions, influence behaviors, and foster a sense of belonging within communities (Nussbaumer, Parham, & Ren,…
Anthony Wood, CTBUH Executive Director and Associate Professor, Illinois Institute of Technology found himself amongst twelve of his architecture students from the same institute to be given a sponsored opportunity…
Urban design, also referred to as the “Art of making places,” is a complex process that combines diverse academic specialities to mould the physical surroundings in which people live. Planning…