Notes from Metropolis
By Susan S. Szenasy
Why do we insist on sealing ourselves inside glass boxes when there are more nuanced ways to experience life?
Observed
Productsphere
By Belinda Lanks
Israeli designers share an unconventional approach to materials and technology.
By Paul Makovsky
Carpets make a resounding splash at this year’s ICFF and other trade shows.
In Production
By Belinda Lanks
DoshiLevien’s daybeds combine Indian craft and European industry.
Materials
By Mason Currey
Shigeru Ban and Artek pioneer the architecture of recycled sticky labels.
Learning Curve
By Jim Rendon
Architecture schools use robotics to design buildings that react to the environment.
America
By Karrie Jacobs
What began as an experiment in (relative) modesty has been subsumed by raging Hamptons excess.
Far Corner
By Philip Nobel
Our columnist’s favorite architects? His list of one begins here.
First Person
By Nathan Silver
The key to a truly engaging hotel room: a touch of mystery.
Text Message
Ada Louise Huxtable answers a few questions on criticism, inspiration, and process—using her thumbs.
Reference Page
By Lauren Bans and Barry Harbaugh
More information on people, places, and products covered in this issue of Metropolis.
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Christian Lacroix is wowing the hospitality world with the same lavish mash-ups that made him famous in fashion.
By Mark Lamster
Antwerp looks to revitalize its once bustling waterfront with a redevelopment plan that anticipates both growth and rising sea levels.
By Paul Makovsky
The legendary image-maker talks about the Case Study Houses and the real roots of green design.
By Stephen Zacks
An outspoken architect points the way to socially responsible practice by building his own designs.
By Peter Hall
Architect Christopher Janney’s playful public art acts as an aural and light-filled salve to the alienating effects of the built environment.
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