The BioSkin concept was inspired by traditional Japanese techniques to cool the air such as bamboo shading screens, called Sudare, and a water spraying technique called Uchimizu. The system comprises specialized ceramic louvres which funnel rainwater through the system. In effect, the…
World Architecture Festival and World Festival of Interiors 2022 is open for entries. The entry deadline for WAF is the 27th May 2022 and the entry deadline for INSIDE is 20th May 2022. World Architecture Festival will take place in Lisbon, from…
The world is becoming increasingly urbanized. Since 2007, more than half the world’s population has been living in cities, and that share is projected to rise to 60 per cent by 2030. Cities and metropolitan areas are powerhouses of economic growth—contributing about…
I'm wondering what architecture will look like after the coronavirus pandemic. Will there be a profound change, or will everything continue as before? How should we design places in the future? How should social housing change so that we are better equipped…
We have seen the effects of the pandemic in architecture and building products as a change in scale and the appreciation of outdoor space. At least the demand for high rise buildings has decreased, for now…
Two years ago, we hugged. Do you remember? We kissed - kisses on the cheek, two or three… maybe more, kisses on the hand, kisses in the air… public expressions of intimacy, friendship, respect, gratitude, governed by codes of conduct, customs and…
The climate crisis is one of the most important problems of our time and it increases its influence day by day. Forest fires, flood disasters and drought in our country are perhaps just the beginning. Unplanned urbanization, rapid population growth, destruction of…
The pandemic, which started in 2019 and continues, has mobilize us faster than ever before to understand the changing daily life practices. Social groups evolving into a singular, yet inclusive community indicate that we need to better understand autonomous living and adapt…
There were many cities in Turkey that needed to be conserved. Because our local architectural traditions are very rich. Even the smallest towns had unique architecture and urban fabric. In the past, material, population size, being on the trade route were decisive.…
Silk Tree Park is the first public domain area in Tehran designed in accordance with spatial guidelines for deaf and HOH individuals. The design was premised around how responding to special needs can enrich the design, and how the design of natural…
Leaving a better world to our children shouldn’t be only a wish but should be action of items. We have less time. In my opinion we should focus on the areas where we can increase a better impact which are big buildings…
