We present two new publications on the Mies van der Rohe Pavilion, edited by Dietrich Neumann with David Caralt. The editors have rigorously collected, selected, and curated the voices of researchers and artists into two volumes that will serve as essential reference books for anyone interested in the Pavilion and modern architecture.
In this book, French architects Anne Lacaton and Jean-Philippe Vassal, winners of the prestigious 2021 Pritzker Prize, present their work through three concepts, each illustrated by a specific type of content. In a conversation with Enrique Walker, they explain the thinking behind their entire body of work, particularly through one of their most significant projects: the Palais de Tokyo in Paris.
A unique opportunity to get inside the mind of Bernhard Aebi from Aebi & Vincent Architects via their striking youth hostel project in Bern – supported by Swiss furniture manufacturer Horgenglarus.
As part of a collaboration agreement between the company Cerámica Santiago and the UDD Faculty of Architecture, the 2021 Brick Week will take place throughout October. The event aims to position brick—and ceramic derivatives—as a valuable resource for both architectural design and construction.
The Millennium Nucleus for Mobilities and Territories (MOVYT) invites students and professionals in architecture, design, urban studies, and related fields to reflect on how to reshape public space design processes in line with contemporary ways of living.
Join us on Tuesday, October 19, and Wednesday, October 20, for the launch of the "4MA: Ecosystem-Integrating Architecture" alliance, comprising Chilean architects Ana María Dávila, General Manager of Archiplan; Patricia Durán, founding partner of DMAS Arquitectos; Paulina Villalobos, Director of DIAV Lighting; and Andrea Boudeguer, Director of BAU Accesibilidad.
Further questions such as ‘Can buildings help to regenerate the environment?’ and ‘Does quality of design matter?’ will be tackled at the Build for Life Conference 2021. Image Courtesy of Velux
From 15-17 November, leading roof window manufacturer VELUX will host its Build for Life Conference 2021, with the goal of developing more sustainable strategies for the building industry.
Seeking to deliver high visibility and recognition to the world's best designers, architects, and design-oriented companies, A' Design Award & Competition is the world's largest annual juried design competition. The A’ Design Awards are organized and awarded internationally in over 100 categories, ranging from industrial design to architecture. Each year, the winning projects receive public relations, advertising, and marketing services to celebrate their success, at no additional cost to them.
Early registration for the A’ Design Award & Competition for the period 2021-2022 is now open and you can register here. To encourage you to participate and recognize the awarded works in the 2020-2021 version, we present a selection of winners from the category Lighting Products and Projects Design.
The Museu do Pontal in Rio de Janeiro, an international reference for Brazilian folk art with over nine thousand works by 300 artists—the largest collection of its kind and recognized for its relevance by UNESCO—inaugurated its new headquarters in Barra da Tijuca on October 9, 2021. With this, the city gains a new and important art and culture facility. This inauguration is the result of a major collective collaboration involving over a thousand people and companies such as BNDES, Instituto Cultural Vale, and Itaú Cultural, among others, through the Federal Government's Culture Incentive Law. Furthermore, it was made possible through the special support of IBRAM (Brazilian Institute of Museums) and the City of Rio de Janeiro.
Warsaw Home & Contract is a welcome opportunity for architects and interior designers to re-establish business relationships, establish new ones and discover the latest ideas generated by Poland’s burgeoning design community.
As it does every year, the National Academy of Architecture, Monterrey Chapter, hosts a forum to address urbanism and city-related topics. This year marks the ninth edition, themed "The City in Transformation: New Contexts in Architecture and Urbanism."
The Insper Arq.Futuro Cities Laboratory, through its City and Regulation Center, is hosting the first webinar series, "Real Estate Production and Architectural Heritage," throughout October. The series features representatives from various involved sectors and presents emblematic case studies that highlight concrete proposals for bridging different perspectives on urban space occupation.
Ollie, the inviting new armchair from Porto-based Hamilton Conte, is available in a range of fabrics and leathers as well as bespoke finishes. Image Courtesy of Hamilton Conte
In a post-Covid period of reinvention, Porto-based furniture brand Hamilton Conte is embracing modularity, new shapes and above all, comfort.
On October 7 (Thursday) at 7:00 PM, {CURA} will host the fifth interview with jurors from the 6th {CURA} Award, introducing the fifth jury member to participants: Marcelo Ferraz. The conversation is intended to serve as supplementary material for those participating in the competition. This time, Francesco Perrotta-Bosch, who is also a jury member, will moderate the discussion, representing our partner, Todavia publishing house.
In the context of COP26, we believe it is essential to highlight the role of nature in adaptation plans through implemented projects, as well as to showcase the work organized youth are doing to contribute to climate change adaptation in our cities.
CampusCreativo UNAB invites you to the final lecture held as part of the Acts of Well-being workshop, featuring a presentation by Virginia San Fratello.
IED (Istituto Europeo di Design)’s participation in DW! (São Paulo Design Week) includes an in-person event on Friday, October 8, at 2:00 PM. At the invitation of ZIV Gallery—located in Beco do Batman, a São Paulo landmark known for its walls covered in colorful street art and graffiti—urban artist Caio Ramires will perform a live painting session, which will subsequently be exhibited at IED. The event is free, will feature live music, and is limited to 50 attendees.