Archive for the ‘ Research/ Teaching ’ Category
We recently submitted a design proposal to the ‘Remnants’ Reflecting Wales Exhibition for a floating Cafe/ Bar, positioned along the river Taff in Cardiff. The following post discusses the research and development of an idea. It also outlines a process that seeks to explore possible authentic relationships between an object and its place. Eating, dining, [ READ MORE ]
Hyde + Hyde Architects are delighted to have been invited to participate in Adain Avion: ‘Artist taking the lead’ project, Cultural Olympiad 2012. As the following cleverly choreographed Video explains; “Adain Avion, Incorporates the body of a DC9 airplane, transformed into a mobile art space. A social sculpture that comes to life in response to [ READ MORE ]
As a practice we are interested in working with local craftspeople and applying their unique knowledge to making and constructing buildings that through time become a natural part of the landscape. Continuing our research into local materials we recently visited a Sandstone Quarry in the Neath Valley to learn about the processes involved in extracting, [ READ MORE ]
The sensory allure of the Gower Peninsula has been the focus of one of this years Vertical Studios’ at the Welsh School of Architecture. Every year ‘Vertical Studio’ proposals are invited from all teaching, research staff and external built environment professionals, designers and artists. The summer term provides a great opportunity to broaden the students’ [ READ MORE ]
The following post presents Hyde + Hyde Architects competition Entry for ‘A Room for London’. We created a monochrome cube ‘floating’ on London’s skyline, a contemplative space for its occupants and a simple object of reflection. At night it’s back-lit form will appear suspended and physically isolated – indifferent to its context, allowing its occupants [ READ MORE ]
The way we connect – physically with the buildings that surround us everyday is often overlooked or given very little thought… In our studio we spend time designing and discussing the way people engage with our Architecture. These tactile experiences can often evoke a metaphysical and sensuous reaction within us, between the real and the [ READ MORE ]
Some thoughts on product design: We gave some thought into the things that we use everyday that play a profound role in simplifying, enlightening our lives. they had to be beautifully designed, timeless and relevant. Here's a list of 5 things that we think are 'objects of perfection'[ READ MORE ]
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