8th December 2022
Smart Design: Nael Evans
You’ve been living and working in Dubai for many years. How has the city shaped the way you approach design? When I first came to Dubai in 2007, it was a very different place. I…
16th November 2022
Materials In Review: Glass
Estimated reading time: 5 min There is no other building material that comes close to glass in terms of versatility and aesthetic appeal. It is one of the oldest and most respected types of building…
30th October 2022
Contemporary Hospitality: Reconnecting with Nature
Previously we have looked at various interior design changes that we see emerging in the field of hospitality design, though one additional and significant area of change has been seen with the incorporation and role…
23rd October 2022
The Sustainable Future of Architecture: Brenda Ye
You’ve been living and working in Hong Kong for many years now, how has the city shaped the way you approach design? Hong Kong is a dense metropolis and just like many other cities in China, they…
8th October 2022
Emerging Trends in Hospitality Design
Impacted by numerous global shifts and movements, the hospitality industry has had to reevaluate how they design their interiors if they are to stay updated with our ever-evolving society. Factors such as sustainability, work-adaptability and…
27th September 2022
Designing with Ambition: Tean Chee Ko
As the Design Director for RMJM RED, can you explain your creative process when dealing with architecture and design? We were always taught that the start of the design process is the most critical. The…
21st September 2022
A Brief History of the High-Rise Tower
Estimated reading time: 5 min While there is not one universal definition of what a high-rise is classed as, according to the International Building Code (IBC), ‘a building is considered a high-rise when there is…
16th September 2022
What high-rise architectural trends are expected to continue into 2023?
According to a report by the UN, 68% of the world’s population is expected to be living in urban areas by 2050, thus it is no surprise that high-rise architecture is essential to support this…
31st August 2022
Digital Transformation: Mohamed Salah
Why did you choose to study Digital Transformation as a Master’s degree? We are in the information age, and I can say with certainty that it is still in its infancy. Organisations find themselves again…
24th August 2022
Passivhaus: the future of architecture?
Estimated reading time: 3 min Seen as the next big trend, the construction concept is revolutionising accommodation amid a growing global energy crisis. ‘Passive house’ is a popular building standard that is acclaimed for being…