Interior architecture

Interior architecture

Interior Architecture is a term used to differentiate between interior decorating and ‘interior design’. This latter term is much abused by people who wander around with sample books and catalogues, that ‘assemble’ an interior but don’t (in the strictest sense…

Glassware in home decoration

Glassware in home decoration

The history of working with glass goes back over five millennia. Scientists archaeologists still can not determine what point on the map to consider the homeland of glass. Products made of this material, dated approximately one time, found on excavations…

Which grill to choose?

Which grill to choose?

Grilled dishes are an essential attribute of the summer season. Without a fragrant kebab or grilled fish, it’s hard to imagine a modern picnic. BBQ lovers can easily buy the necessary equipment and there are a lot of offers for…

Wild turkey hunting

Wild turkey hunting

Wild turkey hunting is perhaps the most popular of all the few spring hunts in America. Mostly males are hunted, while females are kept in the population for reproduction. The turkey is also a symbol of Thanksgiving, a harvest celebration…

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

A pavilion commissioned by AT for a sustainability exhibition has long outlived its original use. David Grandorge – who led its design – explains what happened next In 2008, Architecture Today commissioned the staff and students of diploma Unit 7…

Maritime Measures

Maritime Measures

AHR’s headquarters for the UK Hydrographic Office in Taunton reflects a cultural shift in its working patterns Architect AHR has completed the new headquarters for the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO), the Ministry of Defence trading agency that provides hydrographic and…