Marie-Hélène Contal – författare

Architecture Is Experimentation shines a spotlight on the intersection of architectural innovation and sustainable solutions through the lens of the Global Award for Sustainable Architecture 2023 laureates: Ronald and Erik Rietveld, Benedetta Tagliabue, Simon Teyssou, Mette Ramsgaard Thomsen, and Xu Tiantian. This publication brings to the fore their pioneering efforts in merging community engagement, technological innovation, and deep respect for cultural and urban heritage in order to advance sustainable architectural practices.Featuring interviews with each winner, the book provides insights into their creative processes and philosophies by introducing projects that exemplify their approach to experimentation. It serves as a guide, detailing the tools, methods, and approaches that define the cutting edge of architectural experimentation.By documenting the impactful work of these architects from diverse backgrounds and regions around the world, Architecture Is Experimentation offers insights into how architectural practice can lead to significant social, economic, and environmental progress.Compiled to inspire and inform, this publication is an essential resource for those interested in exploring how experimentation in architecture can contribute to more sustainable, responsive, and contextually aware architectural solutions.

Architecture Is Education highlights the impact of education in the field of architecture, illustrated by the groundbreaking work of the Global Award for Sustainable Architecture 2024 winners: Andrés Jaque, Klaus K. Loenhart, Ciro Pirondi, Iyas Shahin and Wesam Al Asali (IWLAB), and Marina Tabassum.Focusing on four key areas—experimentation, dissemination, consultancy, and training—this publication demonstrates how architectural education is a vital force in addressing global sustainability challenges. Featuring interviews with the laureates and introducing exemplary projects, this volume offers a detailed exploration of compelling and innovative methods for integrating educational concepts into architectural work. It emphasizes the powerful ability of architecture to transform when a strong desire to share knowledge is followed. The book reveals how these architects engage with education. They blend traditional skills with innovation and modern technology, encourage community-engaged designs through active involvement, broadly disseminate knowledge, and offer customized consultancy to adapt to various global needs.By emphasizing interdisciplinary teamwork and environmental awareness, Architecture Is Education shows how education extends beyond conventional classroom settings to become a significant driver of architectural innovation—presenting a wealth of ideas and solutions for a sustainable future.

Architecture Is Construction presents the work of the 2025 Global Award for Sustainable Architecture laureates: Marie Combette & Daniel Moreno Flores (La Cabina de la Curiosidad), Andrea Gebhard (m.g.k.), Hoang Thuc Hao (1+1>2), Salima Naji (Atelier Salima Naji), and Marie & Keith Zawistowski (onSITE).Through selected projects, this book explores architecture as an evolving practice—one that respects cultural heritage, engages communities, and embraces environmental responsibility. Featuring in-depth interviews and project analysis, Architecture Is Construction provides a compelling narrative on how architecture can foster a harmonious balance between built and natural environments.A must-read for those passionate about sustainable design, innovative construction, and the future of our living environment.