The Global Climate: Between Fire and Water

Climate no longer appears as a seasonal variation, but as a convergence of simultaneous extremes. While the Southern Hemisphere burns —with devastating wildfires in Chile and across large areas of Patagonia in Argentina— the Global North and parts of Africa face persistent flooding, from the United Kingdom to Mozambique. Fire and water coexist in theContinueContinue reading “The Global Climate: Between Fire and Water”

Tiny Houses: Living Small Between Freedom and Sensory Load

Over the past decade, tiny houses have shifted from an alternative curiosity to an aspirational symbol. Small, tidy, and carefully photographed, they appear to promise a simpler way of living. But when we move beyond the image and consider the body that inhabits these spaces—the brain, the senses, everyday life—the question changes: Can a dwellingContinueContinue reading “Tiny Houses: Living Small Between Freedom and Sensory Load”

Designing for Survival: Architecture in the Age of Climate Crisis

In recent years, the world has witnessed a surge in climate-induced catastrophes: unprecedented wildfires scorching vast landscapes, devastating floods submerging cities, and relentless heatwaves threatening human health and infrastructure. These events underscore the pressing need for architecture to transcend traditional aesthetics and functionality. Our built environments must evolve into resilient sanctuaries, capable of withstanding andContinueContinue reading “Designing for Survival: Architecture in the Age of Climate Crisis”