3-2-1 contact. hip hop architecture... smart video with a lot of insider references for architects... for instance the duck
architects have been advocating forever that your surroundings affect feelings and behavior. neuroscientists are backing it up more and more. here's a brief article on the subject in fast company.
urban nouveau was invited to travel to india by an NGO to develop an affordable housing scheme. they chose to do so collaboratively with potential inhabitants.
doesn't look so bad until you push the play button. then it's a really bleak version with graphics like missile command. (thanks, doug)
architects called out by human rights group for working on exploitative projects. (from lebbeus woods blog)
a classic.... finn juhl
this recession is hitting hard. architects are being creative with saving on living spaces. two examples:
convert a closet into an apartment
approval has been secured for the US' largest solar power plant
the high line in new york opens this month. the sundance channel is running a nice series of video stories.
