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In 'Inscriptions,' a Flawed Theory of the Contemporary

Review: 'Inscriptions: Architecture Before Speech,' edited by K. Michael Hays and Andrew Holder

October 5, 2022

A new volume edited by K. Michael Hays and Andrew Holder argues that contemporary architecture is unified by the notion of "inscription."

Radical Pedagogies Explores Teaching Lessons from the Past

Review: 'Radical Pedagogies,' By Beatriz Colomina, Ignacio G. Galán, Evangelos Kotsioris, and Anna-Maria Meister

Eric Höweler, FAIA

September 6, 2022

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A dossier of 1960s and ’70s pedagogical experiments from around the world, a new book collects accounts of teaching techniques and organizational models that resonate today.

The Skyscraper Museum Surveys the Fast-Paced Transformation of Lower Manhattan

Review: “Residential Rising: Lower Manhattan Since 9/11”

Matthew Marani

August 29, 2022

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“Residential Rising” is a story of significant adaptive reuse, as the symbolic hub of American capitalism has seen dozens of its aging office buildings transformed into housing.

In Brooklyn, Virgil Abloh’s Architectural Legacy on Display

Review: "Figures of Speech," at the Brooklyn Museum

Izzy Kornblatt

August 16, 2022

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A sweeping exhibition illustrates how architectural themes are woven throughout Abloh's work—from handbags to album covers and beyond.

New Book by Annabel Jane Wharton Explores the World of Models

Review: 'Models and World Making: Bodies, Buildings, Black Boxes,' by Annabel Jane Wharton

Cynthia Davidson

August 8, 2022

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In her book, the art historian attempts yet another definition of the term model, ubiquitous from algorithims and video games to Barbie dolls.

New Book by Kenneth Frampton Looks at the Work of Lesser-Known Modernists

Review: 'The Other Modern Movement,' by Kenneth Frampton

Josephine Minutillo

July 22, 2022

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"The Other Modern Movement" re-examines the Western canon of 20^th-century architecture.

The Untapped Potential of Building with Blanks

Review: 'Blank: Speculations on CLT,' by Jennifer Bonner and Hanif Kara

Eric Höweler, FAIA

July 12, 2022

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A new book makes the case for design and construction in cross-laminated timber.

Architectural Time Travel in Robert A.M. Stern's New Memoir

Review: 'Between Memory and Invention: My Journey in Architecture,' by Robert A.M. Stern with Leopoldo Villardi

Thomas Fisher

July 11, 2022

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From his boyhood in Brooklyn to his major practice in Manhattan, the architect recounts his life and work.

Bruce Mau Makes the Case That We’re All Designers

Review: "MAU," a film by Benji and Jono Bergmann

Dante A. Ciampaglia

June 29, 2022

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"MAU," a documentary by Benji and Jono Bergmann, delves into the famed designer's difficult past and grand plans to better humanity.

Salone del Mobile Triumphantly Returns for its 60th Edition

Design influences range from the street to the heights of luxury

Andrew Ayers

June 10, 2022

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After numerous pandemic-related delays, Milan's mythic Salone del Mobile is back in full force with designs inspired by everything from street furniture to luxury spaces.