Korean Hanok Design: Nature, Balance, and Craft
Korean Hanok design is a traditional architectural style that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty, defined by its sensitivity to site, climate, and material honesty. …
July 14, 2025
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British Arts & Crafts Design: Craftsmanship & Detail
The British Arts and Crafts movement arose in the late 1800s as a response to the mechanization of design during the Industrial Revolution. Designers and …
July 7, 2025
Argentinian Estancia Design: Rustic Roots and Ease
Rooted in Argentina’s Pampas region, estancia design evolved from the country’s historic ranch estates—homes built for both utility and hospitality. Traditionally constructed with thick adobe …
June 30, 2025
Designing for Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation
Designing for physical therapy and rehabilitation spaces is unique within healthcare; they must accommodate clinical precision while supporting emotional well-being and encouraging movement. Today’s design …
June 23, 2025
Brazilian Modernist Design: Expression, Structure, and Nature
Brazilian Modernist design emerged in the mid-20th century as a defining architectural movement that responded to modernism with a bold, local perspective. Innovators such as …
June 16, 2025
German Fachwerkhaus Design: Structure, Craft, and Form
German Fachwerkhaus design is rooted in centuries of regional tradition and practical construction. Commonly found in towns and villages throughout Germany, Fachwerk, a traditional timber-framing …
June 3, 2025
Mexican Hacienda Design: Rooted Warmth
Mexican Hacienda design is a celebration of place, culture, and craft, born from a rich blend of Spanish colonial architecture and Indigenous building traditions. Historically …
May 26, 2025
Wellness-Centric Lighting in Healthcare
Lighting is one of the most impactful yet often overlooked elements in healthcare design. In today’s wellness-driven environments, lighting plays a vital role in supporting …
May 23, 2025
Biophilic Hospital Lobby
Incorporating biophilic design into hospital lobbies is transforming how we experience healthcare environments. No longer just entryways, these lobbies are becoming restorative zones, spaces that …
May 21, 2025
Selecting the Right Surfaces for Clinics
In clinical spaces, selecting the right surfaces is more than aesthetic—it’s essential. Surfaces in healthcare environments must support hygiene, durability, and patient well-being, all while …
May 12, 2025
Māori Design of Aotearoa: Identity and Connection
Māori design is more than form—it’s a living embodiment of cultural identity, passed down through generations across Aotearoa (New Zealand). Traditional structures, such as the …
May 6, 2025
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 …
May 5, 2025