What’s on the architecture and design horizon for 2019? The October issue of Azure – our annual trends forecast – examines the concepts, materials and processes that are poised to redefine our built environment over the coming 12 months and beyond.
From a softening of sharp edges to breakthroughs in material limitations, 2019 is shaping up to be an exciting year for design. A universal move away from unsustainable plastics means manipulating familiar elements and taking them in previously unexplored directions: wood will be twisted, folded and stretched to new limits, metal mesh moves from stiff and structured to tensile and textile-like, colour explorations are animating spaces like never before and both buildings and furniture will be pumped up in volume and shaped along curvaceous and organic lines.
On a grander scale, the merging of built forms with natural elements has moved from novel to normal. Landscape architect Tim Waterman weighs in on how several major projects are setting a new standard for architects and landscape architect alike – and how these ambitious examples go beyond ecological benefits.
Plus: Sid Lee Architecture’s crowning achievement atop a landmark Montreal hotel, maverick Dutch designer Bertjan Pot‘s purposeful pursuit of imperfection, a deconstructed hotel in Uruguay and the potential of 3D printed inflatables.
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE:
Spotlight on Hospitality
The most inviting hotel lobbies from across the globe, an alluring lounge for Avianca, pendant lights for public spaces and more
Soft Flooring
Patterned carpet tiles, impressionistic rugs, weaves inspired by watercolours.
Cladding
From graffiti-resistant composites to reflective panels, the latest in exterior surfacing.
The October 2018 issue of Azure is now available on newsstands and online. Get yours now. For single copies, go to shop.azuremagazine.com. To subscribe, visit azuremagazine.com/getazure.
