Philosopher Hannah Arendt was a German Jew who dedicated herself to understanding how the Nazi regime came to power, and more specifically, how it inspired so many atrocities. She believed the true conditions behind the unprecedented...

For AI to achieve its full potential, non-experts need to contribute to its development, says Rumman Chowdhury, CEO and cofounder of Humane Intelligence. She shares how the right-to-repair movement of consumer electronics provides a...

What happens when architecture meets empathy? Through the challenges of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, architect and humanitarian Slava Balbek, who volunteers part-time on the front lines, highlights the importance of designing for...

Greg Lynn talks about the mathematical roots of architecture -- and how calculus and digital tools allow modern designers to move beyond the traditional building forms. A glorious church in Queens (and a titanium tea set) illustrate his...

What would it take to reimagine the limits of architecture? Débora Mesa Molina offers some answers in this breathtaking, visual tour of her work, showing how structures can be made with overlooked materials and unconventional methods --...

Because of poor acoustics, students in classrooms miss 50 percent of what their teachers say and patients in hospitals have trouble sleeping because they continually feel stressed. Julian Treasure sounds a call to action for designers to...

There's a creepy transformation taking over our cities, says architecture critic Justin Davidson. From Houston, Texas to Guangzhou, China, shiny towers of concrete and steel covered with glass are cropping up like an invasive species....

Reed Kroloff gives us a new lens for judging new architecture: is it modern, or is it romantic? Look for glorious images from two leading practices -- and a blistering critique of the 9/11 planning process.

In 1990, the Italian government enlisted top engineers to stabilize Pisa's famous Leaning Tower. There'd been many attempts during its 800 year history, but computer models revealed the urgency of their situation. The tower would topple...

Tom Wujec presents some surprisingly deep research into the "marshmallow problem" -- a simple team-building exercise that involves dry spaghetti, one yard of tape and a marshmallow. Who can build the tallest tower with these ingredients?...

From towering skyscrapers covered in trees to zero carbon smart cities, there are so many ways to imagine what a sustainable city of the future might look like. But what does it really mean to be sustainable anyway? Today, we’re going to...

Long before sustainability was a buzzword, architect Shigeru Ban was using ecologically sound building materials such as cardboard tubes. He uses them to build remarkable temporary structures for disaster-struck nations such as Haiti,...

If we want to build a place for us to live, or to hang out, or do eat dinner with our friends, we're going to need a special kind of engineering called architecture. In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina gets us to help her build...

Over the years, lots of explanations have been proposed as the origin of Stonehenge, including lost technologies, outright magic, and — of course — aliens. What do we actually know about this prehistoric mystery?

In this fascinating educational science video,

we take a closer look at the ingenious creat
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in the animal kingdom that create
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Discover The Eden Project in Cornwall, a groundbreaking botanical garden that transformed an old clay mine into a vibrant ecological wonder. Learn how co-founder Tim Smit and architect Nicholas Grimshaw used innovative materials and...

Explore the innovative transformation of an old basalt quarry in Manzat, France, into the Basalt Forest cabins. Learn how local artisans and self-building techniques were used to create sustainable cabins that blend with the...

Learn about the sustainable innovations at Pajol Marketplace, including its energy-efficient design and use of natural materials. Discover how the hostel generates its own energy, reduces its carbon footprint, and offers eco-friendly...

Discover how Kent Lindvall and his wife transformed Harads by creating the eco-friendly Tree Hotel. Learn about their innovative approach to building treehouses that respect nature and promote sustainable tourism. Explore the unique...

The Art House Convergence has become a vital resource for community-based, mission-driven cinemas, fostering a renewed appreciation for independent theaters. Over the past decade, there has been a resurgence in the number of these...

Explore how human activities like extraction, climate change, mass extinction, and environmental injustice impact the planet. Learn about the devastating effects of mining, fossil fuel consumption, and habitat destruction, and discover...

Explore three strategies for mitigating the adverse effects of the Anthropocene era on Earth's ecosystems and communities. Learn about innovations in renewable energy, sustainable urban design, and plant-based alternatives to reduce...

Architects in Turin are revolutionizing building design by using advanced lighting technology to simulate natural light in different weather conditions. This innovative approach allows for optimal use of sunlight, minimizing the need for...

Sky House is a new concept in high-rise living, designed to address London's affordable housing shortage while avoiding the pitfalls of previous tower block designs. Combining housing with shops, health clubs, and gardens, Sky House...