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A 12th-century Scottish monk may have invented modern architectural drawing techniques, new research claims

Archinect

Kinsella says: “This is the earliest evidence we have of a complete visual description of a building including several plans, elevations and sections, but they appear in this strange theological work instead of coming out of building sites.

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Visualizing the World, Visualizing Change

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

In 1939, Otto Neurath's Modern Man in the Making was released by Alfred A. Neurath was director of the International Foundation of Visual Information and used the Isotype (International System of Typographic Picture Education) system to "teach through the eye." What does the book reveal about the modern world?

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How to Design Hidden Kitchens: Innovative Solutions for Space-Saving and Minimalist Aesthetics

ArchDaily

Image © Ketsiree Wongwan While the kitchen is a ubiquitous part of almost every home—and, in many cases, is considered symbolic of domestic living entirely—it can also take up precious space, produce visual clutter, and detract from the minimalist aesthetic of an otherwise sleek, modern home. Read more »

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Seoul-stice of Modernity: Imaginative and Bold Architecture in South Korea’s Capital

Architizer

At the same time, the city has undergone a remarkable transformation to embrace modernity while honoring its past. How have Seoul’s modern architectural projects found a place in the city’s dense urban landscape? How have Seoul’s modern architectural projects found a place in the city’s dense urban landscape?

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Denver Design: Mile-High City’s Masterclass in Modern Architecture

Architizer

From the iconic spires of the State Capitol to the new, modern structures punctuating the skyline, Denver’s architecture tells a story of resilience and changing identity. The vertical extrusion of parking spaces minimizes the building footprint while providing visual connection and efficient bike parking.

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Event: Crafting Modernity: Design in Latin America, 1940–1980

Bustler

She believed that craft and industry could inspire each other, forging an alternative path for modern design. This exhibition presents these sometimes conflicting visions of modernity proposed by designers of home environments in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Venezuela between 1940 and 1980.

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“The World’s First Horror Film Was All About Modern Architecture. Change My Mind.”

Architizer

At some point in the school year, a student in my AP Literature class will ask the dreaded question: what is “Modernism?” Even though modern art seems “weird” to casual museum-goers, there was a method to the madness. Modern artists rejected representational conventions in pursuit of honest expression.

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