A Call to Courage!
Nov09

A Call to Courage!

A cautionary tale, that reveals the defeatism, bordering on nihilism, that is prevalent in many European societies.

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Albert, the king maker
Sep30

Albert, the king maker

We all know about the infiltration of Stonewall into public organisations but who knew that media organisations had also been hijacked on environmental issues?

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Not your prince?
Sep26

Not your prince?

Although the nationalist’s share of the vote has decreased over the past ten years, nationalism-lite now has a secure place in Wales’ media and our education system.

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The Bartlett Report: Anonymous accusations & recriminations
Jul05

The Bartlett Report: Anonymous accusations & recriminations

Unsubstantiated grudges, decades-old grievances, personal animosity, professional resentment and even calculated attacks are not healthy in any university.

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Pu Miao: Traditional Chinese Modernism
Jun25

Pu Miao: Traditional Chinese Modernism

A Dialogue Between Architecture and Landscape. Not for him the kind of traditionalist literalism or pastiche but a dynamic, context-driven architecture that respects tradition and yet moves it forward.

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Now Is Good
May17

Now Is Good

Tim Firth’s first ever musical comedy, “Now is Good” is an original piece of writing that surprises at every turn.

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Most interesting reads from 2021
Dec24

Most interesting reads from 2021

A few of the recommended readings from the Future Cities Project in 2021

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Book Bites: “One Hundred Years of Identity Crisis” by Frank Furedi
Nov25

Book Bites: “One Hundred Years of Identity Crisis” by Frank Furedi

Aristotle identified the problems of adolescence in Ancient Greece and their difficulty transitioning to adulthood, so there is something universal but also unique about the present era.

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Book Bites: “How To Avoid A Climate Disaster” by Bill Gates
Jun20

Book Bites: “How To Avoid A Climate Disaster” by Bill Gates

Bill Gates offers little by way of explanation as to why people might choose the more expensive green alternative, implying that they might have to be imposed.

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Biennale, tree finale
Jun09

Biennale, tree finale

Designers who think they should “educate” the public are sorely mistaken. Designers must meet the public as active participants.

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