At Tel Aviv University, a New Science Building Looks—and Acts—Like a Cloud
A salutation to the two science departments it holds, the Check Point Building’s ephemeral form contrasts with the campus’s more orthogonal buildings.
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John Ronan Architects Designs ETFE Cushion Facade at IIT
"I wanted to do a light, cloudlike building that made Crown Hall look heavy by comparison," says architect John Ronan, referring to the campus's iconic Mies van der Rohe building.
At Thomas Phifer and Partners’ Glenstone Museum, Hidden Facade Details Make a Big Impact
Concealed curtain wall supports accentuate the monumental appearance of the museum's massive 30-foot-tall insulated glass units.
Researchers and Designers Are Totally Reinventing the Building Facade
From algae walls to circadian rhythm–savvy films and thermally-activated bimetal shades, a dramatic range of technologies could change the architectural envelope.
