Welcome to the second issue of inside for 2016. As we embrace the autumnal season it’s the ideal time to make the most of the clement weather and enjoy the artistic offerings that abound in our own respective backyards.
"High-rise living is not for everyone. One could argue that it needn’t be, but like it or not, the intense urbanisation occurring in our lifetime means more of us than ever will be living off the ground." Penny Craswell and Peter Salhani explore liveability, sustainability, civic presence and amenity in the latest issue of AR – Sky High.
Welcome to 2016, a new year and a new look for inside. While everyone was resting over the Christmas and New Year break we have all been working on a new format for the magazine and we hope that you like it. Nothing stays the same and this year we feel will be one with many changes – but all for the good!
Culture is a big idea and there is no doubt the practice of architecture is a cultural act – but does it direct culture? Can or should it? In this edition of AR, guest editors Stuart Harrison, Simon Knott and Christine Phillips turn the focus to this broad theme with a series of diverse projects.
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