Villa Henny: The Concrete House

Villa Henny (1916), designed by Robert van’t Hoff, baptized as the concrete villa, defines a turning point in modernism in the Netherlands. The Villa has been extensively researched in relation to the De Stijl art movement and influence by the American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, yet less attention has been given to the fact that it is one of...

Suprematist Architecture: a Plane Drawing: Architectural History Thesis on Suprematist Architecture by Kazimir Malevich

The thesis examines the unbuilt Suprematist architecture through the architectural drawings made by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich (1878-1935) over the period 1923-24. By looking into the expression of non-objectivity in the built object, the study complements the current body of knowledge of Suprematism and architectural form development in...

Under the Scope of the Communistic Building Block

Communism was a big part of the Bulgarian history that started after World War 2 and lasted until the last decade of the previous century. This period greatly influenced the current architecture, and mindset and ideas of the people. It is famously known for regarding every individual as equal, which resulted in every person having the same...

Temple and community: The relation and evolvement between religious architecture and the temple community in Bangkok during the Rattanakosin period (1782-now): Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Arun and Wat Pho

This research explores the evolving relationship between temple architecture and the temple community during Thailand's Rattanakosin period. It reveals insights into the nation's ethos and cultural richness. Buddhism, central to Thai identity, shapes communal life in Thai temples, or Wats. Admit three key case studies—Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Arun,...

Breaking Barriers: The evolving role of women in Dutch architecture through the lives and works of Margaret Staal-Kropholler & Liesbeth van der Pol

Throughout 20th century, the role of women in Dutch society and in architecture changed under the influence of the first, second, third and fourth feminist waves. At the beginning of the 20th century, some women broke the gender barriers in architecture, a field traditionally dominated by men (Smeets-Klokgieters, 2022).<br/>The purpose of this...

The Development of Metabolism after Expo 70: A study on the influences of Metabolism of the Japan World Exhibition in Osaka in 1970 on the later design work of Kenzo Tange

Kenzo Tange, a prominent architect and figure in the Metabolism movement, played a significant role in shaping Japanese architecture. His designs often combined modernism with traditional Japanese styles, incorporating Metabolist principles such as the use of multiple towers and sky corridors for traffic flow. The Japan World Exhibition in Osaka...

The metaphorical stitching of the architectural and fashion disciplines: An insight into the history of fashion and architecture collaboration and the modern influence of the 3D printer

This research paper delves into the convergence of 3D printing technology within architecture and fashion, examining significant collaborations and innovative advancements in these fields. Commencing with a historical overview of notable architectural and fashion designs, the timeline serves to contextualize the subsequent case studies. These...

Missing Voices in the Theoretical Discourse About 20th Century Architecture: How did 20th century women architects describe and analyse the challenges faced by marginalized groups within the urban built environment? Which valuable insights can their perspectives, as members of one of the marginalized groups, offer regarding the experiences of these communities?

Diversity is a fundamental aspect of a rich urban environment while built spaces have substantial impact on human health and comfort. Therefore, meeting the diverse needs of all urban inhabitants is crucial for the endeavour to create a suitable urban environment. Increasing inclusivity in urban spaces requires the incorporation of a multitude...

Jurisdiction Dispute in the British Colonial History of Hong Kong: Anarchy of Kowloon Walled City and Its Architectural Transformation

When studying Kowloon Walled City, existing scholarship evaluates its political, architectural, and social aspects separately. This paper aims to synthesize these three aspects and provide a comprehensive understanding to Kowloon Walled City, by examining the impact of British colonial history on the transformation of architecture and living...