Full Grown collaborates with nature to create design objects
by Devanshi Shah Oct 21, 2020
Challenging accepted methodologies of crafting furniture, the UK-based studio adapts old techniques of plant sculpting to grow their sustainable collection.
A writer, educator, curator and an architect, Shah has a Master’s degree in History and Critical Thinking from the Architectural Association, and a Bachelors in Architecture from KRVIA, Mumbai. Currently she is working on a Diploma in Indian Aesthetics. She has a certificate in Curatorial Studies, and co-curated an exhibition at ApluA Gallery, Venice. She has been an educator for the past three years.
Axel Vervoordt on sacred geometry and balance
by Devanshi Shah Oct 08, 2020
STIR speaks with Belgian designer Axel Vervoordt on his philosophy as he elaborates on his latest project and exhibition.
Studio Weave’s ‘The Hothouse’ at LDF 2020 raises awareness on climate change
by Devanshi Shah Sep 16, 2020
Architecture firm Studio Weave’s pavilion at the London Design Festival, designed by Tom Massey, addresses climate change and our relationship with the natural world.
Science fiction artist Lucy McRae on relation between technology and humans
by Devanshi Shah Sep 11, 2020
STIR takes a deeper look at body architect Lucy McRae’s speculative work on the future of human existence by exploring the limits of the human body, biotech and the self.
Designing for dignity: Ekso Bionics’ robotic exoskeleton gives hope and strength
by Devanshi Shah Sep 05, 2020
This anthropomorphic technology to support people with limited mobility brings us one step closer to the imagined futures of amalgamated human and robotic bodies.
‘Electronic: From Kraftwerk to The Chemical Brothers’ creates space with light in the UK
by Devanshi Shah Aug 20, 2020
The exhibition at the Design Museum in London evokes the experience of being in a club and explores the volumetric light composition by 1024 architecture.
Aedes at 40: Kristin Feireiss shares the story of architecture's pioneering institution
by Devanshi Shah Aug 08, 2020
The first private architecture gallery in Europe and one to showcase major architects in their early years, Berlin-based Aedes is celebrating 40 years of its conception this year.
Unlocking the new world: A conversation with creative practices in Venice
by Devanshi Shah Aug 04, 2020
As Italy slowly comes back to life, STIR speaks to a few Venice-based businesses and practices about how they intend to reopen post COVID-19 lockdown, and their plans for the future.
Jeschkelanger on Basis Rho, a design material created from leftover glass
by Devanshi Shah Jul 21, 2020
STIR explores the poetics of Berlin-based artist duo Jeschkelanger’s latest experiment with translucent glass and its ecological response to industrial waste.
Architect Sergei Tchoban on his passion for the art of architectural drawings
by Devanshi Shah Jul 15, 2020
Tchoban, a Russian and German architect, and the 2018 recipient of the European Prize for Architecture, speaks with STIR about his transcontinental practice.
Triennale Milano, London, Copenhagen architecture fests set for a new digital life
by Devanshi Shah Jun 12, 2020
Coronavirus cancellations are passé. STIR examines some major architecture events that are set for a powerful post-COVID revival with evolving experiences and a new digital life.
Tracing the impact of COVID-19 on design education
by Devanshi Shah May 29, 2020
With the coronavirus disrupting education and taking learning to virtual classrooms, STIR explores how effective and challenging this shift has been in the creative discipline of design.
Learnings from Koshirakura, a tiny village along the mountainside of Japan
by Devanshi Shah Apr 14, 2020
An account of a workshop in a small hamlet in Japan may help us re-evaluate what a functional society needs to stay occupied, and what separates design essentials from design luxuries.
Product showcase on the façade of the MY DVA furniture showroom
by Devanshi Shah Jun 02, 2019
CHYBIK+KRISTOF Architects rehabilitate a jaded car showroom to create a spanking new space for Czech furniture company, MY DVA, draped in their own products.
Olafur Eliasson & Sebastian Behmann collaborate to make a building
by Devanshi Shah Jun 02, 2019
The collaboration questions the boundary between architectural and art practices, we take a look at Kirk Kapital's corporate headquarter designed by them in Denmark.
