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Pollution Domes by Michael Pinsky
What it's about
This installation provides insight into the state of air pollution in major cities worldwide. Patrons can experience the everyday air quality dilemma of large metropolitan areas continually expanding as the new global society transitions from rural to urban living.
Why it matters
Empathy and shared perspective have the potential to change the world. How can architecture facilitate a deeper understanding in people absent from the struggles of the less fortunate who comprise a large fraction of our global society?
Egg by Es Devlin
What it's about
This installation modeled for BIG architecture's new twisting tower project takes a unique approach to relaying contextual information associated with a design project.
Why it matters
Relaying the intent of a project accurately while also celebrating the artistic nature of design is a powerful combination. How can the promotion of a project strike at the interest of clients and other designers alike?
Floating City Concept by Seastead Institute
What it's about
Floating city modules offer the possibility of creating communities free from nationalistic borders. Interchanging connection pieces can allow varying use spaces to intertwine in dynamic human habitats that could be upgraded over time.
Why it matters
Climate Change threatens low lying sea nations as water levels rise from depleting glaciers at the Earth's poles. Creating communities that are adaptable with these fluctuating sea levels is paramount for the prosperity of nations who cannot
afford to lose the land real estate threatened by wasteful CO2 emissions.
Plug-In City 75 by Malka Architecture
What it's about
These "parasitic" additions to an existing 1970's apartment complex promote greater energy efficiency while simultaneously expanding the floor plates of each floor to maximize rentable space. Material selection and preparation of these modules further strengthens this project's sustainability goals.
Why it matters
Millions of existing structures insufficiently satisfying the energy and spacial necessities of the future need to be reimagined and readapted. How can more solutions (including other subtle ones) be devised and implemented to this vast collection of structures to resolve the Climate Change dilemma.
Although slightly bland in architectural form, this project interests me because of its political implications. Britain continues to lose its footing as an innovation destination because of its self- imposed removal from the European Union. France has taken this opportunity to solidify its position as a meaningful force in this new Global economy. How can architecture facilitate increased collaboration between institutions striving to manifest meaningful innovation capable of changing lives for the better?
Why it matters
This renovation of an historic French Train station provides spaces for the world's largest tech startups.
What it's about
Station F by Eugène Freyssinet
Climate Innovation District by White Arkitekter and Citu
What it's about
This massive brownfield renovation project provides and live/ work community for thousands of residents. Built on sustainability principles ranging from recycled building materials to bioswales, this community provides a clear example of how future built environments can respond to the consequences of outdated construction practices.
Why it matters
College campuses are often cited as the ultimate definitions of autonomous communities where patrons can live, work, and play in a confined region capable of satisfying our basic and existential needs. How can the American suburban model transform into human habitats defined by dynamic systems and comprised of onsite energy production, food cultivation, and much more.
Inspirational Projects
Thematic Design in Action
Rapidly Deployable Shelter by Architects for Society
What it's about
This project utilizes modular design in a simplistic yet elegant solution for temporary disaster relief scenarios. This firm uses ground breaking digital fabrication techniques to develop architecture respective of modern day technology.
Why it matters
My involvement with Ball State University's installation for Exhibit Columbus spurred my interest in digital fabrication. How can all built projects in the future benefit from adopting these powerful tools for design?
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