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In the projects we feature throughout this edition, we hope to expand the definition of culture as it’s normally viewed in the realm of institutional architecture — and to hone in on works that stretch design’s possibilities in housing these new expressions. GET THE MAGAZINE GET THE MAGAZINE When did architecture become so disconnected from cultural discourse? Sydney Shilling hosts a critical conversation about how the profession needs to engage the mainstream. Most of my friends (industry colleagues notwithstanding) could count the number of architects they know by name on one hand; a select few could name the designer of their favourite Toronto building without the help of Google. Musicians, directors, authors and other creatives are frequently name-dropped in casual conversation — but not architects. I’ve always wondered why. As a former architecture student, I often feel as though my access to architecture was earned through study. Granted, most kids haven’t developed an obsession

Language Barrier: Rethinking How We Talk About Architecture When did architecture become so disconnected from cultural discourse? Sydney Shilling hosts a critical conversation about how the profession needs to engage the mainstream. Words Sydney Shilling Art Jeannie Phan Posted Aug 22, 2024 SHARE Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Email Most of my friends (industry colleagues notwithstanding) could count the number of architects they know by name on one hand; a select few could name the designer of their favourite Toronto building without the help of Google. Musicians, directors, authors

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