Marc Antoine Laugier, from baroque to neoclassic architecture

Marc Antoine Laugier

Born in france, in Manosque january 1713, this religious man, jesuit, and architecture theorist is considered the father of naturalism in architecture. Abbe Marc Antoine Laugier is known fundamentally by having written his “Essay on architecture” published first time anonimously … Continue reading

Beck House by Horst Architects, architecture and interior design from California

Hors architects

Perched atop a rocky seaside promontory, this loft renovation is an efficient response to the problem of limited space with simplicity and restraint being the guiding principles of the design solution. The clients requested a design which would accommodate office … Continue reading

Rafael Moneo, the multiple sides of an international architect

Kursaal San Sebastián, Rafael Moneo 2

“It´s always thrilling to get back in Merida, I am truly conscious that this work was essential to launch my career and that it meant the end of my first professional years”. That´s how the Spanish architect Rafael Moneo refers … Continue reading

And the Pritzker finally goes to… Fluidity and order, by Toyo Ito

Toyo Ito Tod´s building, Omotesando, Tokyo

Toyo Ito has finally been awarded with the Pritzker Architecture Prize. And we say “finally”, because after more than a decade being a firm candidate, the jury has definitely decided that at the age of 71 and after a whole … Continue reading