This pioneering monograph on Shamsul Wares, Bangladesh's acclaimed architect and educator, demonstrates architecture as a reflection of the sociocultural conditions of a country, as well as global
modernity. Shamsul Wares is widely known in Bangladesh to be a fiercely passionate teacher who professes architecture as a philosophy of modernism, one that views the challenges of space-making through the lens of twentieth-century modernist experiments through abstraction, platonic clarity,
and humanism. Edited by Adnan Zillur Morshed with contributions from a diverse range of authors, this profusely illustrated book explains a cerebral architect's design work with careful analysis and contextuality.

This book delves into the forefront of architectural innovation by exploring the potential applications of 3D robotic concrete printing as structural prototypes. With a focus on intelligent computational design, the studio aims to revolutionize additive manufacturing techniques, particularly within the realm of large-scale concrete 3D printing. Through the utilization of digital design and cutting-edge fabrication methods, including three-dimensional graphic statics, bidirectional evolutionary structural optimization, and FURobot robotic manufacturing, students undergo a transformative journey, refining their design thinking, methodologies, and construction skills.

ARCHITECT CRAIG ELLWOOD'S AUTOBIOGRAPHY SURFACES

The Ispaces are a territorial redevelopment project born and developed in Rossa, in the canton of Graubünden, Switzerland. They are an integral part of the broader initiative known as The Rossa Project, a collection of artistic, architectural, and cultural activities aimed at engaging the local population in social and sustainable initiatives capable of generating interest from extemal audiences. Among the initiatives are the construction of private residences, facilities dedicated to cultural activities, such as a library and a youth hostel, the Temple of Thought, and the Ispaces themselves. These spaces are sculptures made from local larch wood, distributed throughout the forests surrounding Rossa, and can be visited along an immersive nature trail. The eight structures are inspired by geometric shapes sphere, cube, pyramid, and hourglass sometimes combined to create more complex compositions. The Ispaces explore and apply the principles of spatial psychology, with the goal of evoking specific emotions and sensations. While common elements may be identified in the exploration experience, the project takes into account all psychological, behavioural, and social aspects. Ispaces also embody the philosophy of the studio behind the initiative: the awareness that space exerts a profound impact on us and the ability to integrate principles of psychology and neuroarchitecture into present and future projects. It is not merely about constructing spaces but about creating places that enhance the potential of architecture, transforming design into fuel for a meaningful experience that puts humanity at its core.

This is the first place these projects have been collected and reflects 37 years of work in the US and abroad. The scale of the projects ranges from houses to a federal courthouse. Sites range from a fraction of an acre to forty acres. Merrill, Pastor & Michael Architects works with a range of master planners, principally with DPZ and DPZ CoDesign.

With the exhibition Kengo Kuma – The Flow of Lines through the Lens of Erieta Attali, the
Museum of Architectural Drawing explores the dialogue between architecture, drawing and
photography. The presentation centres on 86 hand-drawn sketches by the internationally
renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, which are given a new visual dimension through 18 selected art photographs by Erieta Attali.

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The Bethel Woods Art and Architecture Festival returns to the historic site of Woodstock in 2026 to inaugurate a three-year curatorial initiative titled Acts of Construction. The first installment, Act One: Staging, focuses on the construction of large-scale architectural prototypes that prioritize adaptivity: the capacity of architecture to operate as both infrastructure and catalyst for future uses, performances, and occupations. The subsequent editions in 2027 and 2028 will concentrate on the reuse, transformation, and activation of the structures produced in 2026.

Belonging is not accidental - it is designed. This panel explores how architecture shapes belonging, not just by providing shelter, but by structuring everyday life.

The NYCxDESIGN Festival returns May 14-20, 2026, bringing together more than 163,000 designers, innovators, industry leaders, and enthusiasts for a week-long celebration of creativity, collaboration, and cultural exchange.

Bi-folding doors flood a room with light, offering the spatial flexibility to establish a dialogue with the surroundings. The Woodline series by Solarlux integrates manufacturing quality and technical expertise with architectural freedom, providing transparent facade solutions for versatile, sustainable architecture. The natural surfaces further enhance the building envelope with a distinct tactile quality.

Buildner has announced the results of its competition, the Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial No.6. This competition is held each year to support the universal ban on nuclear weapons. In 2017, on the 75th anniversary of the 1945 bombings of Nagasaki and Hiroshima, which claimed the lives of over 100,000 people, the United Nations adopted the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.

The Italian Cultural Institute of São Paulo (IICSP) will host Italian architect and researcher Stefano Passamonti for a lecture reflecting on the relationships and dialogues between contemporary Italian and Brazilian architecture.

The 18th National Meeting on Landscape Architecture Education in Brazilian Schools of Architecture and Urbanism (Enepea) will be held from August 11 to 14, 2026, in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. As the most traditional and established scientific event in the field of landscape architecture, it will bring together researchers, professors, professionals, and undergraduate and graduate students from across the country for four days of lectures, workshops, short courses, and technical visits.

The Steel Architectural Awards ASEAN 2026 is a regional architectural awards program presented by NS BlueScope to recognize built projects that demonstrate architectural excellence through the use of coated steel solutions. Under the theme Shaping Resilient Futures: Timeless Design with Coated Steel, the program highlights projects across Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, progressing from the Country Awards to ASEAN-level recognition. This article explains how the two-stage pathway works, what categories are included, and how projects are assessed through Design Excellence, Innovation, and Sustainability.

Architectural visualization has long played a key role in communicating and shaping design ideas. Today, that role is expanding. With the rise of artificial intelligence, visualization is becoming more deeply embedded throughout the entire design workflow, supporting faster iteration and more informed decision making.

2026 ADMISSIONS – Professional Master's in Landscape Architecture (MPAP/FAU/UFRJ)

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The Ministry of Culture, through the Rouanet Law, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Museum of Afro-Brazilian History and Culture (MUHCAB), and the Instituto Pedra are pleased to present the seminar Between Two Worlds: Africa and Africans in the Historical Archives of the Itamaraty, which will take place on May 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at the MUHCAB auditorium in Rio de Janeiro.

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