For over five hundred years — since the Trans-Atlantic slave trade and the colonization of African peoples — Blackness and, by extension, Black hair have been perceived in Western cultures as something to be managed, contained, and policed. But what if natural Black hair and the hairstyles it makes possible can inspire liberatory architectures for Black futures across the globe?
As urbanization intensifies, it’s imperative to reimagine living spaces that enhance our daily experiences while minimizing our ecological footprint. I delve into ethical urban design, emphasizing the potential of compact…
In the realm of contemporary urban planning, addressing complexity is no longer just a pursuit—it’s a necessity. Urban landscapes, ever amorphous and diverse, demand a departure from traditional notions of…
In recent years, scientists have warned that if climate change is not halted, the intensity of extreme weather events will increase. While a solution to this global problem is being…
At the center of our project is the question of dignity in relation to design. The thread that connects dignity to design, design to sustainability, sustainability to beauty, beauty to…
More than just a kioskmore than a newspaper stand, more thana lottery stand, more than a flower shop,a ticket booth, or a post office, … I am a stage –a…
Every line drawn is political. Whether drawn by a politician or an architect or an urban planner, the line defines the space. It designates certain individuals to inhabit the spaces it…
Urban Nomadism was prominent in Japan in 1970s. Due to the sprawl of the metropolitan area of Tokyo, people were unable to return to their suburban homes during the week…
While urban planners nowadays are trying to recycle a concept of the city that is already dead, socially constructed phenomena like Airbnb are reshaping the cities worldwide and begging the…
