British Council launches ADF Papers

The British Council has launched the ADF Papers, a series of documents that explore new directions in British architecture, design and fashion.

They commissioned experts in the various sectors to write on particular issues that were key to current UK practice. They say that, 'Each paper includes an introduction, case studies, examples of recent projects and links for further information. The aim is to share our understanding of our sectors with our Arts Managers all over the world as well as design professionals abroad and in the UK.'

The papers were designed by objectif, and printed on Colorplan paper by GF Smith. Axel Feldman at objectif had to develop a unique typography for each of the papers.

Read more on the British Council website

A Design with a Moral - Busan Opera House

In Korean design, a design without a moral is meaningless. Relating with the concept of "Chun" (heaven), the deep benevolence of Korean life and with a very human knowledge of oneself, Task Architects proposed this work of art for the Busan Opera House Competition.

While the aim was to produce an "Iconic" structure, the project includes 3 main halls - from an impressive 2,000 seat great hall to a small 300 seat theatre. All the components are housed under one large universal space, which maintains a sleek and simple look far from more traditional views of highly decorated opera houses.
Simplicity also provides memorable moments to its visitors, from the entrance space with its paths under the huge cantilever to the sky terrace at the very end of the cantilever itself. This is design we admire.

Renders courtesy of Task Architects.
Via +Mood.

Forum/11 - Design Brought to Chelsea Harbour

As we are always on the look-out for opportunities to explore the world of design, the next appointment appears to be Forum/11 at Design Centre Chelsea Harbour.

Over four days, 25th-28th September, it will just be a matter of chosing between design lectures (featuring also Barbara Hulanicki!), book signings and the 90 exhibitors who will be present.

Check all the details here.

A New Museum of Art for Taipei City

This remarkable project is architects' OODA proposal for the New Taipei City Museum of Art. The brief was to create pioneering and innovative design, which will "stand as a new-age landmark".

The structure is a hypercube - an applied mathematical form that relates to a big volumetric cube with a smaller inner structure cube.
Better than any description, the incredible images will tell you how this entry won the Merit Award in the competition to give voice to Taipei City new spirit.

Read more on ArchDaily.
Image courtesy of OODA.