Author: Philip Carpinella

Suburban Block Party

There’s a rhythm to summer in the suburbs, the sound of screen doors, lawn sprinklers, and distant music from the neighborhood. Suburban Block Party captures …

Brutalist Data Center 

Brutalist data center design brings a commanding presence, pairing stark material honesty with architectural precision. Known for its geometric rigor and raw surfaces, Brutalism offers …

Evolution of Food Court Design

Once known for fluorescent lighting and fast food chains, the traditional food court is evolving into something much more dynamic. Across shopping centers, airports, universities, …

Japandi Grocery Store

Japandi is a design style born from the thoughtful blending of Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics. Rooted in wabi-sabi and hygge—two philosophies that value simplicity, imperfection, …

Rooftop Whites

Urban summer nights call for crisp lines, clean palettes, and a touch of gloss. Rooftop Whites captures the aesthetic and energy of all-white rooftop attire …

The Jazz Standard

Marking the 100th anniversary of Bessie Smith’s 1925 recording of St. Louis Blues, The Jazz Standard is a moody, expressive composition that channels the emotion, …

Dormitory Design

Dormitories are no longer one-size-fits-all spaces. As student needs evolve, so does dormitory design—shifting from utilitarian layouts to thoughtfully crafted environments that prioritize comfort, functionality, …

Googie Candy Shops 

Googie architecture, born in post-war America and closely tied to car culture, diners, and the atomic age, offers a vibrant, optimistic design language that’s uniquely …

Barrier-Free Healthcare Design

Creating inclusive healthcare environments goes beyond compliance—it’s about designing spaces that actively support mobility, independence, and dignity for every individual. As the industry continues to …

The HD Expo 2025 Edit: Hard & Soft

Each year, HD Expo offers a glimpse into the future of hospitality design—where material meets experience and every detail is crafted with intent. The HD …

The Rise of Experiential Pop-Ups

In today’s evolving retail landscape, temporary is anything but fleeting. Pop-up shops have transformed into immersive brand experiences, offering curated, time-limited encounters that prioritize emotion, …

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