WEEK IN REVIEW

INTERVIEW: MEETING ZHU PEI IN BERLIN

designboom speaks to chinese architect zhu pei on the occasion of ‘poetic imaginations,’ a solo exhibition at berlin's aedes architecture forum. the exhibition presents six of the studio's architectural projects, each with distinct functions and surroundings, yet connected by common architectural elements such as structures, materials, and forms. 'my design philosophy, which I call architecture of nature, emphasizes the relationship between innovation and tradition,' zhu pei tells us during the opening. 'I want to show people how to think about tradition can give us some power and inspiration to respond to climate change and the cultural ruptures of this moment.' read our conversation in full here, and explore more recent interviews here.

AN INTERACTIVE AUDIO-TACTILE SYNESTHESIA POWERED BY WATER

designed to evoke a sense of wonder and introspection, 'inner waves' is an immersive audio-tactile installation currently on view at noor riyadh light festival. as visitors interact with the sculptural instrument, the water within their bodies harmonizes with the liquid essence of the artwork. ‘a magical connection is forged with each gentle touch of the installation’s surface, and a captivating fusion of sound and light transforms the space into a sanctuary of self-expression,' explains artist artur weber. see more submissions by our readers here, and find out how to upload your own project here.

the weekly is an inside review curated by sofia lekka angelopoulou.