High Museum shines light on artist who protested ‘I’m not a designer’

Isamu Noguchi (1955, see here) designed sculptures, gardens, lamps, stage sets, furniture, and even a playground for Piedmont Park. (Louise Dahl-Wolf/Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum)

arts and entertainment An exhibit about Isamu Noguchi showcased one of the most eclectic creators of the 20th century, whose designs included a playground in Atlanta. Isamu Noguchi (1955, see here) designed sculptures, gardens, lamps, stage sets, furniture, and even a playground for Piedmont Park. (Louise Dahl-Wolf/Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum) by felicia feeder … Read more

Building light in flood zones: Building for seasonal flooding

Building lighting in flood zones: Building for seasonal flooding - Image 1/11

Aerial view of Ganvi’s floating village_2018. Image © Victor Espadas González share share facebook Twitter mail pinterest whatsapp or https://www.archdaily.com/1040233/building-light-in-a-flood-zone-architecture-for-seasonal-inundation The floods are not surprising. They follow the same swollen rivers and monsoon skies back, loosening the ground and invading homes that would not have resisted. Walls are unraveled before they are lost, materials are … Read more

A 74-year-old Indian mother’s secret to staying healthy and fit: actual strength training, not light exercise

Bhuvana, 74, exemplifies the importance of strength training for the elderly, in line with WHO guidelines. (Instagram/the_8theelement)

In an age when most fitness influencers are in their 20s, Bhuvana, 74, proves that the “golden age” can be the most powerful era ever. After battling chronic health issues for 50 years, Bhuvana’s transformation through continuous weight lifting gained attention online and offered a blueprint for aging with autonomy. Also read | A 62-year-old … Read more