Journal

The Homes Shaping the World of Brick Architecture

Considering aspects of history, technology, aesthetics, and sustainability, this book offers a substantive guide for the continued use, and transformation of this ancient material.

Temples of Knowledge: Protecting the Ideals of Free Speech

"Information is the first step towards change. That’s why access to free, independent information is essential in a democracy." The Uncensored Library works to celebrate and commemorate those who ...

For Those Who Believe in The Power of Ideals

Temples of Books explores the history, mission, architecture, and changing role of selected libraries around the world. Revealing extraordinary public and private collections, national and monaste...

Reinventing Cosy Living: This Old Hudson Maison

The countryside is calling. Already palpable before the pandemic, interest in the possibilities of rural living has now grown beyond what many of us could have ever imagined.

A Peaceful Parisian Loft Full of Personality

Nestled in a typical passageway in the busy 11th arrondissement sits a tranquil-like loft that is a welcome escape from the streets of Paris. Once a derelict old factory, this family home was pains...

MilK and The Modern Family Home

Isis-Colombe Combréas, Founder and Editorial Director of the French-based MilK magazine, talks us through their gestalten debut and the significance of the family home in the age of lockdowns and t...

Beauty and Brutalism, The Life of Bertrand Goldberg

Bertrand Goldberg is one of the great architects of the mid-century era and the individual behind one of Chicago's most iconic landmarks. Paying homage to this pioneering designer on what would hav...

A Revived Residence by The Serene Corsican Sea

The sound of waves crashing, the smell of sun is everywhere on the wind, and the relaxing feeling of the coast oozes throughout—life really is better by the beach. Discover how architect Amelia Tav...

Food Sovereignty and What We Can Learn from Cuba

Cuba is a country like no other, with an agricultural backbone like no other. Tough trade and climate restrictions resulted in a urban growing revolution in Havana and beyond. We reflect on a piece...

A Sense of Distilled Harmony Transforms A Belgian Castle

Rising from the Belgian countryside is a 12th-century castle that has been resorted in a perfect balance of harmony for May and Axel Vervoordt. The renowned owner of art galleries, art, and antique...