Eero Saarinen: The Mid-Century Modern Architect Of America
Responsible for some of the most iconic mid-century landmarks, Eero Saarinen was as much of an artist as he was an architect. As the son of already renowned architect, Eliel Saarinen, he was able to establish his own artistic identity. His architectural designs emphasized sweeping curves and arches, with as...
The Ever-Changing Architectural Market And How Marketers Adapt To The Change
As a marketer, one has to be aware of market dynamics and how their fluidity affects how any target audience reacts to its movement. The architectural market is no different. Over the last ten years, there have been a whole series of changes, both good and bad. The economy, technology...
Tinker Hatfield; A Name Eponymous to Sneaker Culture
When it comes to sneaker design, not many designers have a resume like Tinker Hatfield. Originally an architect designing Nike stores, he used his architectural background to design some of the most iconic sneakers to this day. His first shoe design was for his infant daughter in 1980. They were...
The Skate-Able Home Of Jordan Hoffart
Professional skateboarder Jordan Hoffart grew up in Maple Ridge, British Columbia, just outside of Vancouver. In 2009, he turned pro, garnering sponsors such as Active Ride Shop, Vox Footwear and Bones Wheels and Bearings. By the age of 23, he moved down to Vista, California where he purchased a foreclosure...
Street Artist 1010 Creates 3D Illusions On Walls Worldwide
German street artist 1010 has painted mesmerizing 3D murals that explore depth with changing colors. He has worked on interior walls to building facades, and each is a masterpiece that adds individuality to the identity of the building. The shading and bright contrasting colors are done with precision to create...
Green Residential Architecture Aims for Future Sustainability
Residential building in urban areas has a potentially high environmental impact because of the combination of pollutants in a condensed area. Sustainable building is key to urban planning and many different cities have already taken steps towards this goal. Through innovation, design and conscientiousness, aesthetically pleasing green solutions to our...
Beautiful Post-Apocalyptic Architecture in Science Fiction
With graphics engines becoming more powerful and capable, release titles for gaming consoles have been putting more emphasis on the surroundings of which the player will be exploring, maneuvering and challenging in order to progress through the story. An individual can immerse themselves in environments they may never get the...
Awkward Architecture: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
There are thousands of beautifully designed buildings in the world, from elegant family homes to “living” green architecture that serves more than just its human occupants. Architectural materials and design are continuously evolving, which allow for structures that we would have never thought possible. Here are a few examples of...
How Architecture May Benefit From Augmented Reality
Augmented reality (AR) is the superimposition of information or an image on top of the real world. It’s a fairly new technology, mostly implemented for marketing on mobile devices, but has intense potential in the architectural industry. An iPad app developed by Inition and Zaha Hadid Architects aids in...