For today’s edition, we’ve got a bundle of interesting articles, insights, and trends just for you. Let’s take a look:

• PA Talks 70 with Ben van Berkel offers fascinating insights into the future of architecture, straight from the founder of UNStudio, Ben van Berkel.

• Take a journey through time with 6 famous historic train stations that blend functionality with architectural grandeur, standing as cultural landmarks of their era.

• The Panah Pavilion by Hasht Studio combines modernity with local tradition, creating a serene space that reflects cultural identity.

• The intersection of architectural postmodernism and cinema explores how bold design and storytelling come together to create unforgettable visual narratives.

  
  Warm regards,
  Parametric Architecture

PA Talks #70: Ben Van Berkel

In PA Talks 70, we caught up with Ben van Berkel at UNStudio’s headquarters in Amsterdam. Our conversation took us through his architectural journey, revealing the inspirations and influences that shaped his path while also exploring some of UNStudio’s most groundbreaking projects. 

6 Well-Known Historic Train Stations Around The World

Train stations built all over the world have gone beyond being just transportation points and have become symbols of cities over time. As significant structures in architectural history, train stations embody the technological, cultural, and social characteristics of the era in which they were built, symbolizing the city’s economic power and reflecting the identity of the place they are located.

Panah Pavilion Unites Cultural Legacy and Modern Experiences in Mashhad

Panah Pavilion is a chance, albeit a short one, in the hustle and bustle of the city to keep its users in contemplation. A short journey from the outside to the inside with the point of looking at oneself and an opportunity to imagine in the refraction of water and mirrors.

The Intersection of Architectural Postmodernism and Cinema

Postmodernism is an expression of skepticism, subjectivism, and relativism, showcasing the diverse cultures and the ability to combine several thoughts together making them coexist; it was a way of questioning and reacting against Western philosophy and modernism. This article will delve into the Postmodern movement, exploring how it also evolved in movies.

Interview with Matias del Campo on AI, computational design, and architectural creativity

Matias del Campo, is a Chilean-born Austrian architect, designer, and educator. He is the co-founder of the architecture practice SPAN, an Associate Professor at Taubman College for Architecture and Urban Planning at the University of Michigan, and the director of the AR2IL—The Architecture and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at UoM. In 2015, he received the Accelerate CERN Award.

10 Remarkable Temples of Asia

A temple visit is a must on a trip to Asia. It is possible to come across a list of must-see temples in every country from India to China, from Indonesia to Cambodia. This article lists 10 temples from the Asian continent with their stunning images and stories.

3D Concrete Printing in Construction: Applications, Benefits and Challenges

The article looks at the working principle of 3D concrete printing, exploring its diverse applications, various benefits, and the challenges and prospects of 3D concrete printing. It gives a full appraisal of its potential to transform construction processes.

A closer look at the Serpentine Pavilion from the past 8 years

Since 2000, Serpentine has commissioned a temporary summer pavilion designed by a leading architect. The main objective of the pavilion is to showcase the work of architects pushing the limits of contemporary architecture and introduce their innovative ideas to a larger audience.