When it comes to using elements for design, it’s easy to want to stick with what you know, and what you’re good at. Broadening your horizons, however, should be something you’re also eager to do. One of the best ways to challenge yourself is to try your hand at translating and incorporating cross-cultural designs to…
The cultural variety of the United States can best be looked at through its varied architecture – from the inventive to the modern, from the traditional to the eclectic, the country is home to gorgeous and stunning architecture. The old saying goes that beauty lies in the eye of the beholder – while opinion may…
Italy has been home to many amazing artists and architects. In the 14th century, the world saw the Italian Renaissance period. The world’s very first architecture textbook, De Architectura was written by an Italian architect Marcus Vitruvius Pollio. History has appreciated many prominent Italian architects who are well known for their works worldwide such as…
The three-dimensional shape of sculptures becomes an all-encompassing life form. They share the space with you, demand an audience, and can be taken in from every angle. No matter which way you look at it, you are bound to discover something new with every glance. That is the beauty of a sculptured masterpiece, it is…
Sustainable architecture refers to the way in which an architect can design a building to ensure that the building and people inhabiting it have the lowest amount of impact on the environment. The concept of sustainability enters into every facet of the building and design process. It combines modern day architecture with eco-friendly and environmentally…
While it can be a long and difficult road to becoming a qualified architect, by the end it usually means a high-paying job and the chance to design buildings that will be used for many generations to come. Many might think that an architect is something of a general career, but it can actually be…
When it comes to staying on top of design trends, it’s hard to know what’s up and coming, and what’s being kicked out the door until well into the new year begins. However, we’ve been paying attention to what top marketing companies and social-facing media sites have been putting out there, and there’s some commonalities…
Thanks to the rise of modern technologies, it’s never been easier to dive into the world of digital art. Not too far removed from art using a paintbrush or pen, digital art instead relies on the usage of specific tools, such as an e-pen combined with a touchscreen to allow the artist to make their…
In our increasingly digital world it may come as a surprise to find that some of the current trends in print media design may provide excellent inspiration for digital design….
Art has always been an important part of the human experience. Some of the earliest artefacts left behind by our ancestors were artworks that stood the test of time and proved that we’ve always had an intrinsic fascination with creating something new. Art has evolved countless times over the years and undergone a series of…