Are you a true architecture enthusiast? Do you possess an innate ability to capture the awe-inspiring beauty and essence of architectural wonders through the lens of your camera? If so, I have incredibly exciting news to share with you. As the editor of Archinerds, a passionate community dedicated to the love and appreciation of architecture, I am thrilled to announce that we are now open for photo submissions from talented photographers like yourself. Check this article for submission guidelines and form ..read more

The Pioneer 10 is the first man-made object we sent outside our solar system. It holds the most ambitious visual communication project ever conceived by a human mind: a message to extraterrestrial life. The authors are Carl Sagan, Frank Drake and Linda Salzman, who carried out this incredible project just three weeks to go before launch. In this article, I explain the design problems and the decisions made by the authors to solve them ..read more

Unlocking the hidden language of symbols is akin to discovering a secret code that speaks to the very essence of our existence. For designers and architects who strive to create spaces and visuals that deeply resonate with people, understanding the power of symbolic imagery is essential. In this quest for creative enlightenment, one book stands out as a true treasure trove of inspiration: “The Book of Symbols: Reflections on Archetypal Images,” published by Taschen in 2010. Whether you are engaged in brand development or exploring the symbolic value in architectural design, this book serves as ..read more

Giuseppe Fallacara is an architect and full professor in architectural design at the Polytechnic University of Bari where he leads the New Fundamentals Research Group. He focuses his research on stereotomy, a construction technique based on stone that suffered from the 20th-century diffusion of concrete and steel. I interviewed him to understand more about this technique, which could play a central role in the sustainable development of our cities thanks to digital tools and parametric architecture ..read more