Architecture and Design

Unmissable architecture events in 2019

The magic of biophilic design: incorporating nature into the heart of homes and offices

Biophilic design is not just a passing trend. It is a philosophy that seeks to reconnect people to nature through the built environment. Inspired by “biophilia”, a concept popularized by...

Colours that transform: how colour palettes affect our perception of spaces

Architecture and interior design have, since time immemorial, been a reflection of how we design and inhabit spaces. Among the many different elements that interact in this art form, colour...

COMPAC®: 50 Years of Excellence and Sustainable Revolution in Surface Design

At KBIS 2025, COMPAC® once again cemented its position as the undisputed leader in surface design, celebrating 50 years of history with groundbreaking innovations. The company, which has consistently turned...
Philips Pavilion at the Brussels Universal Exhibition – Expo 1958
Architecture
1 October, 2021

Conceptual architectural inspiration through pop music

The history of architecture is a clear testament to the way that humankind has evolved…
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Architecture
17 September, 2021

Water as the main feature in liveable architecture

Adapting to available space is one element of creative architectural design that adjusts to current…
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Decoración
10 September, 2021

Excellence through the looking glass

All the breadth and scope of a reflecting element can be found in mirrors. A…
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Interviews
3 September, 2021

“Architecture is less about the artist with a blank canvas, but more akin to a photographer seeking out a composition in time and space”

Form Found Design has a very unique way of understanding architecture, a form of connecting…
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Decoración
27 August, 2021

Open spaces and designing outdoor areas

A sense of freedom and openness lends itself to a need to expand our energies…
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Interviews
13 August, 2021

Vinu Daniel: “Going green is no longer an option; it’s a compulsion for 21st-century humans”

Vinu Daniel started his Wallmakers project in 2007, after working in post-tsunami constructions. The company…
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Decoración
6 August, 2021

Summer elegance and zero-edge design

By the time the summer solstice is upon us, home exteriors have come into their…
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Architecture
30 July, 2021

The essence of rigidity versus liquidity through #brutalism

Society today is becoming ever more fluid, as both the tangible and innate drift towards…
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Interviews
23 July, 2021

Fran Silvestre: ‘We continually seek to highlight the use of innovation to improve people’s lives.’

Valencian-born Fran Silvestre, PhD in Architecture, opened his architecture studio 16 years ago, after working…
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Events
16 July, 2021

COMPAC exclusivity at the Spanish Biennial of Architecture and Urbanism

COMPAC's commitment to architecture was showcased once again with its exclusive sponsorship of the 15th…
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