Editor's Picks #581
ICYMI Paul Petrunia and Orhan Ayyüce chatted with Francis Kéré on the occasion of his Richard Neutra Award. They discussed biorealism, abundance and his belief that "Everyone deserves quality and comfort." Eamez and Quasimotor both offered up praise "Kéré’s emphasis on collaboration and reciprocal learning reinforces the integrity of the architecture; it is not imposed form, but cultivated process."
NewsThe latest design for David Chipperfield Architects’ Nobel Center in Stockholm includes the use of reclaimed bricks and a wooden structural frame. homme_du_jura was disappointed "Years ago I had a deep admiration for Chipperfield's austerity and elegant restraint. It almost felt neo-classical…Now his work feels flat, thin and shallow."
LACMA’s David Geffen Galleries will open on April 19th, 2026. Jim Blake was psyched "This is going to be a GREAT place to have L.A.'s biggest parties. I hope the rooftop is accessible…I'm seeing Academy Awards, Emmys, Grammys after-parties."
