Shades of urbanism, or urbanism of shades
The “heat island” is a challenge for urban design that calls for a rethink of our public spaces.
Pedestrian walkways, a model for urban regeneration
Tomorrow's cities will be measured by their ability to create spaces where slow, green, shared living flourishes.
How to recreate materials and textures in theming
Thematic recreation seems handcrafted, but is technically impeccable; it evokes tradition and yet hides innovation.
Interior design: Celest Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
“A unique experience from Rotterdam to the moon (...) through storytelling and spectacular design”.
What is this “inflatable architecture”?
The construction and design of inflatable structures is a way of making architecture an intense and brief event.
Not just experiences, lasting business: balance in leisure and tourism projects
The success of a project is not only measured by how spectacular it is, but also by the absence of problems throughout its lifetime.
Advances in LED technology
The new LED panels consume 60% less energy than a decade ago, with a thickness that rivals paper.
The power of fragrance in theme parks
Disney capitalised on this phenomenon when it introduced its first Smellitizers in the 1970s.
Traffic lights on water slides
Lifeguards’ allies, they automate critical processes and free up their attention to focus on others that require it.
BIM methodology applied to natural disasters
BIM information shared with the rescue resources will facilitate decision-making on measures to be taken.
Formula AL: when wonder becomes reality (and vice versa)
An equation that can only be learnt with time and craft, subjecting physics to emotion.
Seals in MEP installations
Strategically placed in every opening and installation passage, they keep fires, leaks and noise at bay.