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by Bansari Paghdar Sep 11, 2025
With London at the heart of architectural enquiry again, the shortlist aims to tackle Britain's most pressing urban issues, but has a concerning geographic and functional concentration.
by Bansari Paghdar Sep 09, 2025
This year’s London Design Festival honours Michael Anastassiades OBE, Lord Norman Foster, Sinéad Burke and Rio Kobayashi, highlighting innovation and inclusivity in design.
by Mrinmayee Bhoot Aug 28, 2025
A compilation of writing systems and visual communication styles, edited by Oliver Häusle, explores the possibilities, resonances and unique qualities of the tools we use to write.
by Aarthi Mohan Jun 28, 2025
The New York-based practice’s debut project in South Korea offers a thoughtful take on how architecture stands to shape and support the city’s cultural and corporate future.
by Aarthi Mohan May 29, 2025
The South Korean artist's ongoing showcase at the Tate Modern captures the essence of migration and layered memories of home.
by Anushka Sharma May 20, 2025
In a conversation with STIR, Alex Holloway and Carrie Conings of Holloway Li dive into the project’s post-war charm, bespoke craftsmanship and contemporary functionality.
by Mrinmayee Bhoot Jan 31, 2025
STIR explores two case studies by Biome Environmental Solutions and SEALAB that carve out inclusive spaces of education for children with disabilities.
by Simran Gandhi Jan 18, 2025
Casa Pyr emulates pyrite’s incisive, cubic geometry in a lakeside retreat uniting family, landscape and sustainable architecture.
by Simran Gandhi Jan 11, 2025
With an exposed wooden facade and thoughtful spaces, this social design facility fosters belonging through sustainable and accessible architecture.
by Dhwani Shanghvi Dec 09, 2024
In a conversation with STIR, architect Nishant Mehta of Studio NM outlines his thoughtful approach to designing an inclusive school campus in India for differently-abled students.
by STIRworld Nov 29, 2024
The seventh edition of the global architecture and design awards by Dezeen honours individuals and practices for their innovative, diagnostic and reparative approaches at different scales.
by Anushka Sharma Nov 16, 2024
The Melbourne-based practice is leading the renewal of the historic building, speaking its language in a contemporary way that complements architectural authenticity.
by Mrinmayee Bhoot Nov 02, 2024
The park is built on the site of a former water treatment plant with open, adaptable and flexible structures adding to the site’s facilities aiming to regenerate the land.
by Nikitha Sunil Oct 30, 2024
MAD Architects' canyon-inspired design for the tower weaves a natural narrative into city living, offering residents an immersive connection to the environment.
by Simran Gandhi Oct 25, 2024
The complex by Perkins&Will and Schmidt Hammer Lassen transforms Tongzhou into a global cultural hub, celebrating both local and international arts.
by Mrinmayee Bhoot Sep 04, 2024
The learning centre designed by MGM arquitectos and Beaudouin Architectes for the University of Paris-Saclay is enveloped in a porous façade, giving it the appearance of a floating cloud.
by Simran Gandhi Sep 03, 2024
Wrapped in a spiralling orange steel skin, the Dong’an Lake Sports Park Bridge by Atelier Sizhou offers a distinct pedestrian urban sculpture in Chengdu, China.
by Mrinmayee Bhoot Aug 24, 2024
The landscape architecture and urban planning intervention by the Rio-based firm Ecomimesis rejuvenate part of the Olympic Park built for the 2016 Rio Olympics into a lively public space.
by Nikitha Sunil Aug 19, 2024
Designed by Shape Architecture Practice + Research, the renewed street market melds tradition and modernity, offering a vibrant community hub in the region's Hajjar mountains.
by Simran Gandhi Aug 17, 2024
Stepped form of the New Sports and Arts Centre of Hongling High School, juxtaposes the landscape and the built form, with eight modular truss boxes housing versatile activities.
by Alisha Lad Jul 30, 2024
A 100-year-old grain silo conversion in the Czech Republic finds renewed cultural purpose, deposing its industrial roots in function.
by Aarthi Mohan Jul 26, 2024
In an exclusive interview with STIR, Caroline Ghosn reveals the emotional journey and design challenges that shaped her design of this year’s Temple at Burning Man.
by Mrinmayee Bhoot Jul 23, 2024
A JSW initiative, the museum for children has been conceived by Ratan J Batliboi Consultants and Bricolage Bombay with an immersive design that encourages creative learning.
by Anushka Sharma Jul 19, 2024
As the Director of Design for Paris 2024, Roncin sifts through the inspirations behind his designs, tracing dialogues of inclusivity, sustainability, cliches and innovation.
by STIRworld Jul 19, 2024
Visitors are set to experience 3.5 billion years of evolution in a few steps with Feilden Fowles’ and J & L Gibbons’ thoughtful new landscape design in South Kensington.
by Aarthi Mohan Jun 18, 2024
Exploring the nexus of technology and ethics, talks by Hany Elosman and Irene Solaiman envision a future where AI and healthcare uphold human values and societal well-being.
by Aarthi Mohan May 24, 2024
Examining the relationship between accessible design and athleticism at the MATCH exhibit, where data analysis, ergonomic developments and AI converge to redefine the game.
by Zohra Khan Feb 14, 2024
From discovering stories of construction workers to talking design as a career and taking the profession to schools, the Kolkata-based architect’s tryst on the road is an inspiring one.
by Almas Sadique Dec 16, 2023
2023 STIRred: STIR enlists design innovations from 2023 that aim to append the fields of architecture and design with inclusive features and initiatives.
by Aarthi Mohan Dec 11, 2023
ESJA Architecture and Arkibygg Arkitektar's Ring of Bjolfur is a circular viewing platform that weaves a tale of strength, continuity and cultural connection in Iceland.
by Pooja Suresh Hollannavar Oct 09, 2023
The founder of DAF, Chris Laing, talks to STIR about his open-source platform that aims to make architecture practice accessible and inclusive to the deaf community.
by Almas Sadique Aug 04, 2023
At the recently concluded UIA World Congress of Architects, STIR spoke with the architect to understand spatial issues that restrict a large populace from performing diurnal duties.
by Jincy Iype May 30, 2023
STIR unpacks five major brand rehauls that spell evolution and cater to the ‘phygital’—Nokia, 7UP, Amazon’s Prime Video, Nordoff and Robbins, and Disney’s Freeform.
by Dhwani Shanghvi Feb 16, 2023
The London-based architects work off a three-pronged design intent of restoration, sustainability and inclusivity for Wraxall Yard, a dairy farm turned into a holiday home in Dorset.
by Devanshi Shah Feb 26, 2022
The new typeface called Dyslexic Font, created by Switzerland-based illustrator Rocio Egio and Indian designer Pranav Bhardwaj, is playful and special.
by Jincy Iype Jan 17, 2022
Hiroshi Nakamura installed wind chimneys with glassless skylights to illuminate and ventilate the earth-coloured care house in Japan catering to children with terminal illnesses.
by Shraddha Nair Jan 14, 2021
The UK-based sculptor discusses his longtime relationship with the ocean and his recent underwater museum.
by Anmol Ahuja Oct 22, 2020
Designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, the dynamically shaped museum dedicated to the athletes of Team USA has accessibility for all at paramount importance.
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