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Daniel Libeskind: Exclusive interview on memory and identity, his architectural philosophy and designing a museum for Richard Leakey
by Kim Megson | 13 Nov 2017
Citizens should be empowered to play a much more active role in the design of the built environment as part of democratic society, Daniel Libeskind has argued in an exclusive interview with CLAD. The architect – known for designing buildings that explore themes of memory and identity – said that the need to enhance public participation in the design process is “the biggest challenge facing architecture today”. He also discussed
Exclusive: Daniel Libeskind urges more democracy in design
by Kim Megson | 21 Jun 2017
Citizens should be empowered to play a much more active role in the design of the built environment as part of democratic society, the architect Daniel Libeskind has argued. In an exclusive interview with CLADglobal, Libeskind said that the need to enhance public participation in the design process is “the biggest challenge facing architecture today.” “I think architecture can only thrive in a democratic environment, and that means through involving
Week's top news: Ian Schrager honoured, Willis Tower set for revamp and James Corner speaks out on designing public platforms for democracy
by Kim Megson | 11 Feb 2017
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Bjarke Ingels' Greenland stadium plans to the latest on David Chipperfield's Nobel Center in Stockholm. Monday • Creating buildings that inspire love is about more than just arranging and inventing forms, argues Peter Zumthor in an exclusive interview with CLAD. Read here. • W Hotels Worldwide has announced it is planning to open a property in Melbourne's
Well-designed public squares can enhance tolerance during volatile political times, says James Corner
by Kim Megson | 08 Feb 2017
Practices designing public squares should consider how they can enhance tolerance and provide platforms for peaceful democratic protest, according to landscape architect and theorist James Corner. Speaking exclusively to CLAD, Corner explained how well-conceived public city squares can be “conducive to more tolerance” at a time when “democracy is being challenged”. “They’re great spaces for people to be exposed to other people – people who are not like themselves,” he
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