The Elise Island Project by Dan Pearlman

Wednesday, July 28th 2010
The Elise Island Project by Dan Pearlman

Stunning colorful architecture design is coming from The Dan Pearlman creative agency, This architecture agency has created a holistic dreamland for young patients with psychiatric issues at the ‘Evangelisches Konigin Elisabeth Krankenhaus’ Hospital, in Berlin, Germany. Actually the design is motivated from The legend of Princess Elise the story told to the children when they arrive at the institution: when she was young, Princess Elise invented... 

ZED Pavilion, ZEDfactory Low Carbon Design Showcase at Shanghai Expo 2010

Friday, May 21st 2010
ZED Pavilion, ZEDfactory Low Carbon Design Showcase at Shanghai Expo 2010

ZEDfactory, a London-based architectural practice, are proud to have exhibited The ZEDpavilion at the Shanghai Expo 2010. With a concept of Zero Energy Development pioneered by Bill Dunster and the ZEDfactory themselves, The ZEDpavilion is projected as a showcase of a holistic approach to urban sustainability; an exemplar of low carbon design of which The ZEDfactory believe to be the key to meeting global commitments to a low carbon future. Based... 

HDR CUH2A Volunteer Initiative Receives Award for Work in Tanzania

Friday, May 8th 2009
HDR CUH2A Volunteer Initiative Receives Award for Work in Tanzania

Design 4 Others, (D4O), a volunteer organization of HDR CUH2A professionals designs and oversees the renovation and modernization of medical diagnostic laboratories in Tanzania, Africa. These projects were selected for “Honorable Mention” in the first “Inspirations Awards” program held by Contract Magazine. The Inspirations Awards recognize socially responsible design and actions by the commercial architecture and design communities.... 

Structure and Architecture, Second Edition

Sunday, November 16th 2008

‘Structure and Architecture’ is an essential textbook for students and practitioners of architecture and structural engineering. MacDonald explains the basic principles of structure and describes the ranges of structure types in current use. Furthermore, the book links these topics directly with the activity of architectural design and criticism. An update of the first edition, ‘Structure and and